TOURIST ATTRACTIONS

Koh Chang Naval Battle Monument

Annusorn Sathan Yutthanawi Koh Chang (Naval War Memorial) is located on :Laem Ngob Beach, consisting of the figure of Krom Luang Chumpon Khet Udomsak turning his face to Koh Chang, and a warship-shaped museum building, where an exibition on the historic naval war on Koh Chang is on display.Locals and visitors usually pay respect to this memorial.It is also a place for recreational activities. A celebration is held every year between January 17-21.

Tourist spots on Koh Chang and other groups of islands

Naval Battle Area
is in the south of Koh Chang close to Salak Petch Bay.It is remembered as the site of battle between the Thai and French navies on January 17, 1941 during the French colonisation days.

Waterfalls

Tan Mayom Waterfall
is a three storey fall of medium size set among adurian orchard. The track up to waterfall is near the office of the national park. King Rama V and VI once visited the place and signed their royal names on the highest cliff of the cascade.

Klong Nonsi Waterfall
is a little fall on the northeast of the island. The track so the area lies 3 Km. from Baan Daan Mai or 3 Km. from the National Park Office. 

Klong Nueng Waterfall
is a small fall situated remotely from Salak Petch Community near Salak Petch Waterfall.

Klong Son Bay
is rich with corals on the northernmost of the west coast. Klong Son Community is set up in the area.(what's so special?)

Klong Plu Waterfall
has three storeys. The entrance is 3 Km. from Ao Klong Prao Community. It will take about 20 minutes from the entrance to the site by walking.

Koh Chang Noi
and Leam Chang Noi lie in the north of Koh Chang. The sea between Koh Chang Noi and Laem Chang Noi is abundant with corals.

Tri Petch Waterfall 
has only one storey. The place is situated 3 Km. from Salak Petch Community along the orchard of rubber trees.

Beaches

White Sand Beach
is one of the longest beaches on Koh Chang. Bungalows and resorts of reasonable price are easily found. At the back of the beach are orchards of coconut trees and forests.  The beach is easily accessible.

Bang Bao Fishery Village
is an interesting village where residents build houses with poles pitched into the sea with bridges reaching every house. Bang Bao is rich with corals. Ko Mun Nok-Mun Nai is a small isle opposite Kai Bae Beach. The Beach around the isle can be seen at low tide.The sea in the area is shallow with plenty of gold-coloured corals.

Long Sand Beach
is next to Sa Lak Kok Bay. The area is covered with forest and orchards of coconut trees

Klong Phrao Beach
Klong Phrao Beach is a long sandy beach with clear sea-water.At the northernmost of the beach is Laem Chaiyachet or Chaiyachet Cape which is an ideal site to watch the sun rise or set depending on which side you stand!Fishing boats are anchored near the cape and are available for hire.A fishing pier is erected nearby. Swimming is not recommended near the cape due to rocks and deep water.

Klong Phrao Beach has a good supply of bungalow accommodations.It is a place for lazing under the tropical sun and swimming in the clear blue sea.

Kai Bae Beach
is next to Klong Phrao Beach. The sea is steep but swimming is possible.A few islands can be seen offshore, some so close and tempting, you may like to consider taking a canoe ride across.Boats,canoes and a dive shop are all set, ready for you to explore.The beach is a beauty and accommodation can be hard to get as there is limited supply.Cheap and simple accommodations in the form of small bungalows and huts are scaterred along the beach.For those who cannot find accommodation, the consolence is that you can still spend your day there as the neighbourhood is very friendly.

Islands

The Koh Kood Sub-district

Koh Kood
is the second largest island of the Koh Chang National Marine Park. It is located further southeast of Koh Chang and takes 4 1/2 hours by ferry from Laem Ngob. Koh Kood landscape is quite simmilar to that of Koh Chang. Being further south and less populated , Koh Kood is less developed. Besides it's sun, sand and sea elements the Klong Jao Waterfall or Tan Sanuk Waterfall is another scenic attraction on the island. There are 7 resorts on the island which caters of the higher priced markets. Room Rates is about 2,000 Baht/Night or above. Usually these rates include transportation.

Koh Maak
is situated between Koh Chang and Koh Kood. Although third largest in the group of island it has an area of only about 16 square kilometers.The beach on the northwest of the island is a beauty. About one-third of the land is covered by rainforest while coconut plantations and Rubber trees take up the majority of the island. Fishing, diving, cycling ,boating and motorbiking are favourite past times.

Koh Kradad
is situated to the northeast of Koh Maak. It derived its name from the Kradad trees. Koh Kradad has its historical significance as being the first island to be issued land title deeds. This was actually a deterrent of the French aggression on the island. During the French colonisation of Indochina Koh Kradad was targeted as a possible territory of expansion. King Rama V ordered the issuance of title deeds for Koh Kradad to confirm Thailand's sovereignty over the island. The long white beach and the corals in its vicinity are the main attractions. There is only one known resort so far, the Koh Kradad Resort , which include transportation in their room rates. Getting to Koh Kradad takes about 2 to 3 hours from Laem Ngob.

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Koh Lao Ya
is a group of islands south of Koh Chang. The group is made up of Koh Lao Ya Nai, Koh Lao Ya Klang and Koh Lao Ya Nok. Transportation from Laem Ngob takes about 2 and a half hours. The islands are famed for their beaches, clear water and colourful corals.

Koh Wai
is situated further south and is about twice the size of Koh Lao Ya. It has many scenic bays, rich coral zones and beaches some of which are ladened with an abundance of stones. Koh Wai is a haven for those who love fishing. As for accommodations, Koh Wai Pakarung Resort and Koh Wai Paradise are ready to serve tourists.

Koh Khlum
was a battleground during the French colonisation of Indochina.Koh Khlum is also suitable for fishing. It has an impressive landscape.

Koh Phrao
is in front of Salakpetch Bay. From Laem Ngob, it takes two hours to the island. Koh Phrao has clean and calm sea with cool and shady beaches covered by coconuts trees.

Koh Rung
is a small island on the west of Koh Maak. This little isle do not have enough flat land for construction of accommodation facilities.However, it is a relatively important island as it is a major source of bird nests,"Charamed" eggs and bat's dung. Stone knolls and deep-water corals under the sea of Koh Rung are fascinating.

Koh Ngam
is situated south of Koh Chang and comprises of two island with a huge sand knoll in between.Koh Ngam is blessed by the beauty of its bay which is part of a mountain extending into the sea.Travelling time is two hours from Laem Ngob.