Ko Chang, part of the Trat Province, is about 330 km from Bangkok and is Thailand's second largest island and the largest in Ko Chang National Park. Tourism in Ko Chang has increased dramatically just in the last few years.
Bangkok Airways departs two times a day from Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Trat. Due to competition, one can travel to Bangkok at a low cost. The flights traveling from UK to Bangkok depart from London Heathrow. Further, the airline industries of British Airways and Quantas have flights to Bangkok, Singapore, and Hong Kong, as a stopping point on the "kangaroo route" to Australia. In addition, one can give Thai Airways a try as well as the Taiwanese carrier, better known as Eva Airways.
Ko Chang has three seasons including the cool season from November to February, the hot season from March to May and the rainy season from June to October. In general the climate is hot and humid with lots of rainfall, 4,000 mm per year.Direct door-to-door mimibus transfers will get you from Trat to Ko Chang and fares include the ferry crossing.
Transportation in Ko Chang is simple, with the songthaew, tais, and other hired vehicles being available. The atmosphere is friendly and mellow, and many tourists wander beaches.
It has become a favorite for Bangkok families on holiday. The island is home to a variety of wildlife including birds, snakes, deer and elephants and offers ideal spots for snorkeling, diving and jungle hiking.Ko Chang's recent growth as a tourist destination is due in large part to its proximity to Bangkok, just 5 hours away.
You can walk with a ranger on an 8 hour tour from the Than Mayom Waterfall to the Khlong-Plu Waterfall or camp in the jungle overnight. For luxury treatment, the Aiyapura Resort and Spa offers Thai villas surrounded by tropical gardens and ocean views.The Mu Ko Chang National Park consists of 47 islands including Ko Chang, the best known.
The best beaches, hottest nightlife, and most comfortable hotels can be found on the island's west coast. The most popular beach on Ko Chang is Had Sai Khao, or White Sands Beach. Entertainment comes from jazz clubs, beach bars, and many night clubs. You can choose to sleep in luxurious hotel rooms or in bungalows or thatched huts right on the beach, depending on the experience you're looking for.
Klong Prao Beach has a steeper, sandy beach with a beautiful rocky landscape in its northernmost area.Kai Bae Beach is similar to Klong Prao. You can hire canoes and kayaks, and there are plenty of dive shops. Bang Bao Beach is a fishing village built on stilts. Hire a boat and fish or snorkel to view the rich coral life.
If you are looking for a wildlife safari adventure you won't be disappointed. If you are on Khlong Prao you can get an elephant ride into the jungle, and there are guides that you can hire if you go on foot. It is recommended that you start at the south end of the jungle and work your way north.
One of the attractions that you might want to consider wile in Ko Change, is stopping at the Monkey Training Center. Not only can you watch training but you the center offers shows which highlight the monkeys abilities. - 16492
Bangkok Airways departs two times a day from Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Trat. Due to competition, one can travel to Bangkok at a low cost. The flights traveling from UK to Bangkok depart from London Heathrow. Further, the airline industries of British Airways and Quantas have flights to Bangkok, Singapore, and Hong Kong, as a stopping point on the "kangaroo route" to Australia. In addition, one can give Thai Airways a try as well as the Taiwanese carrier, better known as Eva Airways.
Ko Chang has three seasons including the cool season from November to February, the hot season from March to May and the rainy season from June to October. In general the climate is hot and humid with lots of rainfall, 4,000 mm per year.Direct door-to-door mimibus transfers will get you from Trat to Ko Chang and fares include the ferry crossing.
Transportation in Ko Chang is simple, with the songthaew, tais, and other hired vehicles being available. The atmosphere is friendly and mellow, and many tourists wander beaches.
It has become a favorite for Bangkok families on holiday. The island is home to a variety of wildlife including birds, snakes, deer and elephants and offers ideal spots for snorkeling, diving and jungle hiking.Ko Chang's recent growth as a tourist destination is due in large part to its proximity to Bangkok, just 5 hours away.
You can walk with a ranger on an 8 hour tour from the Than Mayom Waterfall to the Khlong-Plu Waterfall or camp in the jungle overnight. For luxury treatment, the Aiyapura Resort and Spa offers Thai villas surrounded by tropical gardens and ocean views.The Mu Ko Chang National Park consists of 47 islands including Ko Chang, the best known.
The best beaches, hottest nightlife, and most comfortable hotels can be found on the island's west coast. The most popular beach on Ko Chang is Had Sai Khao, or White Sands Beach. Entertainment comes from jazz clubs, beach bars, and many night clubs. You can choose to sleep in luxurious hotel rooms or in bungalows or thatched huts right on the beach, depending on the experience you're looking for.
Klong Prao Beach has a steeper, sandy beach with a beautiful rocky landscape in its northernmost area.Kai Bae Beach is similar to Klong Prao. You can hire canoes and kayaks, and there are plenty of dive shops. Bang Bao Beach is a fishing village built on stilts. Hire a boat and fish or snorkel to view the rich coral life.
If you are looking for a wildlife safari adventure you won't be disappointed. If you are on Khlong Prao you can get an elephant ride into the jungle, and there are guides that you can hire if you go on foot. It is recommended that you start at the south end of the jungle and work your way north.
One of the attractions that you might want to consider wile in Ko Change, is stopping at the Monkey Training Center. Not only can you watch training but you the center offers shows which highlight the monkeys abilities. - 16492
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