Hiking
If you enjoy vigorous sports then hiking might be a good idea. Terrain of Koh Chong consists of 429 square kilometres of mountains with steep hill and complex cliffs that is ideal for hiking. ‘Khao Sla Phet’ is the highest peak of the mountain range that stands at 744 metres. There are regular tours organised to take groups on hiking with an expert guide. This might be a excellent way to see the wild life that adds value to the entire experience.
In addition to this you can get involved in ‘Tree-top’ climbing known as “rope & harness” to enjoy the extraordinary view of the luscious rainforest.
Trekking
The natural evergreen rainforest that spreads across over 70% of the island stands pure, dense, untouched and looks like a massive green carpet spread across the land. It is ideal for trekking. If you like to kick start that an adventurous journey of your trip, you can approach the guided trekking tours available at the various spots in the area. This is a fun way to explore the hidden beauty of the island on foot. You can bring in your own gears or you can rent or buy them from the shops available with professional help and advice.
National Marine Park
If you have more time to enjoy the nature’s you can visit the ‘Mu Ko Chang’ Marine National Park that has less than ten years of history is already named as the most popular tourist attraction of the area. The park is in an area of 650 square kilometres that covers more than 52 islands, most notable being the Koh Chang. Being away from the river waters of the mainland, the waters of this sea park is crystal clear enabling snorkelers and divers to have a clean clear view of the marine lives that are under water.
Klong Son Beach is good for:
peace and quiet
sandy beach
fishing
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Klong Son beach (or Had Klong Son) is located on the north of Koh Chang. Nice bay at the very top of the island. Pure white sand stretch of beach, shaded with coconut trees. Klong Son gets very low numbers of visitors with the bulk of the backpackers and tourists alike speeding south enroute to Koh Chang's finer and more popular stretches of sand.
White Sand Beach is good for:
night live
sandy beach
variety of restaurants
shopping
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Koh Chang's most famous stretch of sand, at over 2km long there's certainly room for everyone! Lined with bungalows, food stalls and shops this is one of the best beaches in all of Thailand.
Klong Phrao Beach is good for:
tranquil surroundings
gorgeous rocky landscape
all sorts of activities
quiet and peaceful
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Situated on the somewhat less glamorous, northern side of the Koh Chang Island, Klong Prao isn’t all that much of tourist destination, especially for those who are in need of a true holiday experience of the exotic kind.
Lonely Beach is good for:
great sunset
cheap and peaceful retreat
all sorts of beach activities
perfect for family
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Also known as Kai Bae Beach, this is the spot to catch a great sunset! A few small shops and food stalls are along the beach, a good spot to chill out away from the crowds at White Sands Beach.
Bangbao Bay is good for:
fishing
seafood restaurants
shopping
nightlife
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A well-sheltered bay with a small and quiet beach. It is a fishing community where residents still live in houses built on stilts and are connected by wooden bridges. There are a growing number of tourist shops, scuba dive outlets and seafood restaurants offering a good selection of seafood.
Salak Khok Bay is good for:
pretty, unspoiled area
traditional Thai community
kayaking
quiet and peaceful
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There aren’t so much attraction in Salak Kok, but tourists can Kayak among the mangroves. Salak Kok Bay still has a fishing community that doesn’t change so much in many years, a great place to see the real traditional Thai community.
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