Klong Son Beach
Upon disembarkation from the ferry and heading west, Klong Son is the first village to greet you. Klong Son Beach is located behind a lush tropical rainforest. It has a scenic cape overlooking Koh Chang's twin island, the Chang Noi Island, which provides shelter to the beach from strong currents. As a result the seawater here is calm and ideal for sea kayaking. It is a secluded beach suitable for those who seek serenity. Klong Son is home to the first 5-star resort and spa and an elephant camp.
White Sand Beach (Had Sai Khao)
Adequately named, this is a long strip of powdery white sand beach that slopes gradually into the sea. The beach is extensively wide and picturesque during low tide. Casuarinas and palm trees line the beach while forested hills lurk in the background. Macaques roam the forest, occationally hanging on the trees. It is the busiest area on Koh Chang, with most of the accommodations, restaurants, nightlife, shops, and commercial establishments. As the sun sets, alfresco dining takes over the spacious beachfront. Barbecue seafood, fine wine and cool drinks are served amidst soothing melodies. Deeper into the night, the popular Sabay Bar comes alive and the fire-flinging show begins. Bars and pubs play their music while guests laze around on mats and decks on the beach. Some live bands play outdoor, especially on full moon nights and festive seasons.
Kai Mook Beach
This is a small stretch of pebble beach that sits in between the White Sand Beach and Chaichet Cape. The shallow seabed is carpeted with shiny pebbles that resemble pearls or Mook in Thai, hence it's name. It is a quiet and peaceful beach. Snorkeling among the fishes, corals and seaweeds is a favorite pastime.
Chaichet Cape (Laem Chaichet)
This is a distinctive cape with a small and secluded rocky beach to the north which is separated from Kai Mook Beach by some forest land. The southern section of the cape curves into a bay of long and wide sandy beach that slopes gently into the sea. Chaichet beach is ideal for swimming and watching the sunset. The cape and the pier off its shore is an ideal viewpoint of the Klong Prao Bay and a good spot for onshore fishing, especially for squids. Tiny shrimps are also seen along its shorelines and villagers are occasionally seen walking along the seabed scooping them up. These shrimps are known to be an important ingredient for the famous Koh Chang shrimp paste.
Klong Prao Beach
| This place is suitable for: | Solo Travelers, Couples, and Families |
| Looking for: | Shopping, nightlife, peace and quiet |
| With a budget of: | Baht 840 - Baht 16,270 per room per night |
| Where you will find: | AANA Resort & Spa, The Emerald Cove Koh Chang, Barali Beach Resort & Spa, Klong Prao Resort, Koh Chang Grand Cabana, The Dewa Koh Chang |
Klong Prao literally means coconut canal. Indeed, the long stretch of sandy beach is segmented into two sections by a canal that leads up to the famous Klong Plu waterfall. The canal itself is a tourist destination as the mangrove forest attracts visitors who often visit it at night to watch the beaming lights of fireflies. Lined with coconut trees the beachfront commands a magnificent view of the islands off its shores and the Chaichet Cape. High-end resorts have grown rapidly and the village is now rivaling White Sand Beach as the little town of Koh Chang with its wide range of commercial establishments.
Kai Bae Beach
Palm trees and fine sand with a gorgeous view of the nearby outlying islands are the main features of Kai Bae Beach. It is a jumping off point for island excursions. Dive shops and boat rental services are scattered around. The village is a convergence of shops, restaurants, cafes, bars and pubs and gets lively after sunset. Perched on the hilly road leading to the Lonely Beach, south of Kai Bae is a viewpoint with majestic vista of the island's curves and bays as well as a bird's eye-view of the magnificent islands. The nearest island here is the Koh Man Nai where you can reach by a canoe or wade through chest-deep waters during low tide.
Lonely Beach (Tha Nam Beach)
| This place is suitable for: | Solo Travelers and Couples |
| Looking for: | Shopping and nightlife |
| With a budget of: | Baht 397 - Baht 7,400 per room per night |
| Where you will find: | Siam Beach Resort, Warapura Resort |
Once a truly lonely beach and a haven for backpackers, a recent visit to the village proves otherwise. Yes, Lonely Beach is not lonely anymore! The little village is now a melting pot of small shops, convenient stores, dive centers, restaurants, bars and pubs. It is a rendezvous for those who wish to meet and greet after dusk, strangers and friends alike. Its beach, however, remains as seductive as it was years ago. The fine white sand and the swimmer-friendly warm waters continue to lure visitors.
Bai Lan Beach
This is a small sandy beach with expired corals off its shore. It is a quiet beach backed by a forested hill and home to the island's first adventure park, the Tree Top Adventure Park. Simple accommodations catering to backpackers dot the beach with some more upscale resorts popping up.
Bang Bao Beach
Well-known as a fishing village and springboard to other islands, it is a sheltered bay where locals still live in houses built on stilts above seawater. Seafood restaurants, souvenir shops, boat rentals, dive shops and tour operators all merge at the long wooden bridge that leads to the pier. It is a favorite place for fresh seafood and shopping for some local stuffs. Few bungalows have sprouted amongst coconut groves. The Bang Bao Beach is relatively small and quiet.
Than Mayom Beach
| This place is suitable for: | Solo Travelers and Couples |
| Looking for: | Peace and quiet |
| With a budget of: | - |
| Where you will find: | - |
This beach is situated on the eastern side of the island. It is scattered with rocks and the seafront is muddy. A good spot to catch the sunrise and good viewpoint. The headquarters of Koh Chang Marine National Park is located in nearby area close to Than Mayom Waterfall.
Kong Kang Bay
| This place is suitable for: | Solo Travelers and Couples |
| Looking for: | Peace and quiet |
| With a budget of: | Baht 2,352 - Baht 11,760 per room per night |
| Where you will find: | Kooncharaburi Resort Spa & Sailing Club |
Local community on the East coast with a nice sandy beach ready to attract visitors interested in rural lifestyle of agriculture, fishing and orchards of tropical fruits. Known to be the first settlement on Koh Chang, the villagers still maintain their way of life making it another authentic fishing village although there is a luxury resort with a sailing club nearby. There is an abundance of seafood and tropical fruits and one of the finest beaches on the east.
Salak Khok Bay
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| This place is suitable for: | Solo Travelers and Couples |
| Looking for: | Peace and quiet |
| With a budget of: | Baht 1,696 - 3,901 per room per night |
| Where you will find: | The Spa Koh Chang Resort |
It is local fishing and agricultural community with a canal leading to the estuary. Fishing boats anchor along the canal flanked by mangrove forests. Fresh seafood from daily catches prepared by the locals who form a self-sustaining organization that runs a restauarnt to serve visitors at reasonable prices. Occasionally, firefly tours and kayaking can be arranged with the friendly villagers.
Salakphet Beach
| This place is suitable for: | Solo Travelers and Couples |
| Looking for: | Peace and quiet |
| With a budget of: | Baht 1,300 - Baht 4,000 per room per night |
| Where you will find: | Salakphet Seafood & Resort |
Salakphet and nearby Ban Rong Than are two biggest communities on Koh Chang. Both are ideal shelters for fishing boats. Rong Than village on the west of the bay is the main residential area for the community. Accessibility is possible from the east coast. At the south end of the bay is a small beach with a memorial commemorating the sea battle of 1941 between the Thai and French navies. A marker on the waters near Salakphet indicates the location where the French and Thai navies fought.
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