'''Trat Province''' is in Eastern Thailand, and shares borders with Chanthaburi Province, with Cambodia, and with the Gulf of Thailand.

'''Trat''' (????) is the provincial capital of Trat Province.

Understand

A small province at the eastern-most frontier bordering on Cambodia with the Khao Banthat mountain range forming a natural demarcation, Trat is a resort town with over fifty large and small off-shore islands, long white sandy beaches and unspoiled coral ranges. It is also a major fruit-growing and fishing area.

Climate

Talk

History

It was surmised that the title _gTrat_h was a corruption of _gKrat_h which is the name of tree plenty in Trat Province and used in broom production. In Ayutthaya period during the reign of King Naresuan, the town was called _gBan Bang Phra_h.

While King Rama V was on the throne, Thai government inevitably made a treaty with France granting the area of current Trat Province to the western country in order that France would withdraw its force from Chanthaburi Province. Later, on March 23, 1906, the King had to grant areas, namely Pratabong, Siem Reap and Sri Sophon to France in exchange with Trat, islands and towns on the right bank of Mekong River. Thus, Trat residents regard March 23 as _gTrat Independence Day_h. They also built up King Rama V Monument at the city hall to commemorate the King_fs attempt to keep Trat with Thailand.

On January 17, 1941, during Indochina War, French Squadron transgressed Thailand_fs territorial waters. Thai flotilla came to protect the land. Thus, the war which was later known as _gKo Chang Naval Battle_h began. Thai troop won and managed to drive out French Squadron. However, Thai side lost three warships, namely Songkhla, Chon Buri and Thon Buri as well as some naval officers. Therefore, on the date of every year, Thai Naval Army holds the annual merit making day to dedicate to those who sacrificed their lives and in their effort to protect the country.

Cities

  • Trat - the provincial capital
  • District

    About 315 kilometres from Bangkok and covering an area of 2,819 square kilometres, the province is administratively divided into the districts of Mueang Trat, Khao Saming, Laem Ngop, Khlong Yai and Bo Rai, and the sub-districts of Ko Chang and Ko Kut.

    '''''Distances from Amphoe Mueang to other Districts'''''

  • Khao Saming 16 kilometres
  • Leam Ngop 17 kilometres
  • Bo Rai 59 kilometres
  • Khlong Yai 74 kilometres
  • King Amphoe Ko Chang 27 kilometres
  • King Amphoe Ko Kut 82 kilometres
  • Beaches

    Islands

  • Ko Chang
  • Ko Kham
  • Ko Kradat
  • Ko Kut (''Koh Kood'')
  • Ko Mak
  • Ko Wai
  • Other destinations

    '''Distances from Trat to Neighbouring Provinces'''

  • Chanthaburi 70 kilometres
  • Rayong 179 kilometres
  • Chon Buri 234 kilometres
  • Boundary

  • North - Chanthaburi and the Kingdom of Cambodia
  • South - The Gulf of Thailand
  • East - The Kingdom of Cambodia, bordered by the Banthat Mountains
  • West - Chanthaburi, bordered by the Welu River
  • Get in

    By car

    From Bangkok, take one of these three routes: #Bang Na - Trat (Highway 3) passing Chon Buri ? Rayong ?Chanthaburi ? Trat, a total distance of approximately 385 km. #Bang Na ? Chon Buri ? Klaeng ? Chanthaburi ? Trat (Highway 344), a distance of approximately 318 km. #Motorway: Start at Km 0 at the Sri Nagarind ? Ramkhamhaeng Intersection and drive onto the route Ban Bueng ? Klaeng ? Chanthaburi ? Trat.

    By plane

    Bangkok Airways has flights from Bangkok to Trat (Amphoe Khao Saming) on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays. For further details, please contact Tel. 0 2265 5555, 0 2265 5678, or Trat office at Tel. 0 3952 5767-8, 0 3952 5299 or www.bangkokair.com. (A transfer service is available from the airport to the ferry pier where tourists can take a ferry to Ko Chang.)

    By bus

    Both non air-conditioned buses and air-conditioned buses are available at the Bangkok Eastern Bus Terminal (Ekkamai) Sukhumvit Road.

    ''Air-conditioned buses:'' A first-class air-conditioned bus takes 5 hours to get to Trat. Tourists can also contact

    other private transportation companies for further information such as Cherdchai Tour at Tel. 0 2391 2237, or 0 2391 4164, or its Trat office at Tel. 0 3951 1062; Chokanukun Tour at Tel. 0 2392 7680, or its Trat office at Tel. 0 3951 1587; and Suppharat Tour, which provides VIP buses, at Tel. 0 2391 2331 or its Trat office at Tel. 0 3951 1481.

    ''Non air-conditioned buses:'' For more information, please contact the Public Relations Section, Bangkok Eastern Bus Terminal (Ekkamai) at Tel. 0 2391 2504, or 0 2391 4164.

    In addition, it is possible to take a first-class air-conditioned bus leaving Bangkok Bus Terminal (Mochit 2) to Trat everyday along the Motorway. For more information, please call Tel. 0 2537 8055, 0 2936 2852-6.

    Buses of other private transportation companies such as Suppharat Tour at Tel. 0 2936 3388 or its Trat office at Tel. 0 3951 1481; Cherdchai Tour at Tel. 0 2936 0199 or its Trat office at Tel. 0 3951 1062 also go to Trat.

    Getting to Nearby Provinces

    ''Trat ? Chanthaburi'', from the market in Trat provincial town, there are regular buses to Chanthaburi leaving Trat daily every half an hour during 08.00 a.m. ? 03.30 p.m. The journey takes 1? hours and the fare is approximately Bt 40.

    A taxi is also available between Chanthaburi ? Trat, leaving Wongwian Nam Phu (Fountain Circle) in Chanthaburi and beside the Mueang Trat Hotel in Trat during 06.00 a.m.?05.00 p.m. daily. The journey takes nearly 1? hours and the fare is Bt 60 each (5?6 persons/taxi).

    ''Bo Rai ?Chanthaburi'', leaving every half an hour during 08.00 a.m.?05.00 p.m. The journey takes 1? hours and the fare is Bt 50.

    ''Bo Rai ?Mae Sot, Tak Province'', leaving twice daily at 07.30 a.m. and 08.30 a.m. The journey takes 15 hours and the fare is Bt 200.

    '''Local Transport'''

    ''Trat - Khlong Yai (Song Thaeo minibus)'', a distance of 75 km., leaving behind the Municipal Market during 06.00 a.m.?06.00 p.m. The fare is Bt 80 (a connection from Khlong Yai to Ban Hat Lek is available at Bt 20).

    ''Trat ? Ban Hat Lek (Van)'', a distance of 90 km., leaving the Si Trat Rama Theatre during 06.00 a.m.?06.00 p.m. The fare is Bt 110.

    ''Trat ? Laem Ngop (Song Thaeo minibus)'', a distance of 30 km., leaving the Trat Municipal Market from 06.00 a.m. onward. The fare is Bt 20.

    ''Trat ? Laem Sok (Song Thaeo minibus)'', a distance of 28 km., leaving the Trat Municipal Market during 08.00 a.m. ?01.00 p.m. The fare is Bt 35.

    ''Trat ? Khao Saming ? Bo Rai'', a distance of 53 km., leaving the Trat Municipal Market during 08.00?12.00 a.m. The fare is Bt 50.

    ''Trat ? Khao Saming ? Saen Tung ? Tha Chot'', a distance of 28 km., leaving during 06.00 a.m.?05.30 p.m. The fare is Bt 25.

    Generally, transportation to various districts starts from the provincial town. The Song Thaeo minibuses leave the Municipal Market and Bank of Ayudhya daily. After 7.00 p.m. travellers will have to charter one at an agreed price.

    Get around

    See

    Amphoe Mueang Trat

    '''Wat Buppharam (???????????) or Wat Plai Khlong (???????????)''' located on Phatthanakan Plai Khlong Road, Mu 3 Ban Plai Khlong, Tambon Wang Krachae. It is the province_fs oldest temple built around the reign of King Prasat Thong (1648 A.D.) in the Ayutthaya Period. It has undergone restoration and reconstruction since the reign of King Rama V of the Rattanakosin Period. Lately, a temple museum was established and the temple_fs landscape has been well tidied, so it has become a local religious centre. Spots of interest within the temple include:

    ''Museum'' a collection of precious objects of antiquity, especially the Lord Buddha_fs relic, as well as golden Buddha images coated with silver, Buddha images in various attitudes, Chinese and European ceramic wares, ceremonial kettledrum, etc. These objects indicate cultural exchanges among the Eastern ports and overseas ports in the Southeast Asian region as far as the West. Open daily during 8.00 a.m.?5.00 p.m.

    ''Murals'' the walls of the Phra Ubosot?ordination hall?and Wihan Phra Phutthasaiyat?the Reclining Buddha Hall?were painted by local craftsmen in the Rattanakosin Period, with a blend of Chinese arts and literature. It can be assumed that this temple might have been patronised by Chinese traders who immigrated to Trat since the Ayutthaya Period from Ayutthaya, Bangkok, Vietnam, Malaysia and Singapore.

    Other interesting buildings in the temple include ''Mu Kuti Lek Song Thai''?a complex of small Thai-style monk_fs cells or _eKuti_f which were built in accordance with the Buddhist discipline requiring each to be large enough to accommodate a single monk, one will be built for the person to be ordained and put in a procession to the temple on the day of the ordination; Ho Suat Mon or praying hall?a wooden hall built on octagonal wooden posts and roofed with glazed tiles and a projecting roof, with a carved and gilded gable depicting an angel in adoration and traditional panelled wall or _eFa Prakon_f; Chedi ?a square laterite and mortar Chedi with 12 redented corners; Wihan Fa Kradan?a brick and mortar image hall built on a curved Chinese junk-like base of the late Ayutthaya Period with a single roof and plank wall, etc. For more information, please call Tel. 0 3951 2636.

    ''How to get there:'' from the provincial town, follow Highway No. 3 (Sukhumwit Road) and turn left opposite the Trat Hospital for approximately 2 km.

    '''Wat Yotha Nimit (?????????????)''', also known as Wat Bot (????????), is situated on Thetsaban 4 Road at the junction near the City Pillar Shrine. It is the only royal temple in Trat, which was built in the reign of King Taksin the Great when he was gathering his troops in order to liberate the country from Burma_fs control. The construction was finished in the reign of King Rama III. The temple was once used as a place to hold the oath of allegiance ceremony by government officials since the reign of King Taksin until King Rama V, when the place to hold the ceremony was changed to Wat Phai Lom.

    There is an old ordination hall of Ayutthayan art, containing murals which depict the Vessantara Jataka. At present, it serves as a Wihan called Wihan Yotha Nimit for storing many antiques such as palm-leaved books, scriptures for sermons and the Lord Buddha_fs footprint. This Wihan was last renovated in 1975. They repaired the roof, columns, doors, windows and outer wall but their old forms still remained.

    '''City Pillar Shrine (???????????????????)''' is located on Lak Mueang Road near Wat Yotha Nimit. It is different from other city pillar shrines because of its form as a Chinese pavilion. When King Taksin came to gather troops here, he ordered to build this city pillar which was believed by the Chinese to protect the city from enemies and to bring peace to the people. Therefore, the city pillar was a symbol to maintain a good relationship between the Thais and Chinese. Every year on the sixth night of the waxing moon period of the sixth lunar month, there is a celebration called, Phli Mueang Day (??????????????) or known among the Chinese as Xia Gong Sae Yit (???????????????) which means the birthday of the City Pillar God. There are many activities such as Thai alms-giving and Chinese Pung Tao Ma annual fair during a month before and after Chinese New Year.

    It is said when France colonized Trat, French soldiers saw people in Trat going to pay homage to the city pillar everyday, so they wanted to pull the pillar down but could not. Although they used an elephant to pull it, it moved just a little. Then the Trat people helped together to renovate and maintain the pillar.

    '''Wat Phai Lom (??????????)''' located on Lak Mueang Road and has played an important role in the province_fs education. It used to be a resident of Trat_fs Father of Education?Than Chaokhun Phra Wimonmethachan Worayannurak. The temple also houses a Buddhist garden for public meditation and Chedi museum of three much revered monks of Trat. Its devout monks as well as novices have helped to enhance faith among the villagers and made the temple an always reliable place for them.

    '''Residang Kampot (??????????????????? ????????)''' a former residence now used as the Office of Probation, Department of Corrections, still in its original architectural style. Open during working hours on weekdays.

    '''Laem Sok (???????)''' was used as the residence of Kromluang Chomphonkhetudomsak, the father of Thai Royal Navel Army. Fishermen villages are found nrae the area. It has a fantastic view of the sunset; moreover, the fisherman villages such as Laem Hin Village and Ao Cho Village are interesting places to visit.

    '''Wat Khiri Wihan (????????????)''' formerly known as '''Wat Tha Luean (????????????)''' or '''Wat Phukhao Yuan (???????????)''' an old temple of over 110 years old located at Ban Tha Luean on a mountain overlooking forested hills and sea. Having undergone restoration to look like a brand new temple, it also houses a small teak forest, which lends a shady and serene atmosphere. The temple features fine architecture with a blend of modern art.

    Principal buildings inside the temple_fs precincts include a large Phra Ubosot or ordination hall, Phra Chedi, reception pavilion for HRH Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, monk_fs residence, preaching hall, and Chinese pavilion enshrining Phra Phuttha Udom Sombun, Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara, and Phra Sangkatchai.

    ''How to get there:'' take Highway 318, the Trat ? Khlong Yai ? Ban Hat Lek route, for some 20 km.

    '''Laem Klat (????????)''': A white sandy beach sticking out into the sea with not too deep water ideal for swimming. Its serene atmosphere is relaxing. A panoramic view of Laem Sok, Ko Mai Si, Ko Kradat and Ko Mak is available from here. How to get there, take Highway No. 318 and turn right to Ban Laem Klat.

    '''Wat Saphan Hin (???????????)''' is located at Km 31-32 on the Trat ? Khlong Yai Road (Highway 318), along the way to Khlong Yai. Turn off the main road to get to the temple_fs entrance. Although it is unknown when the temple was built, it is assumed to be more than a hundred years old. There is an old Buddhist ordination hall in the water, approximately 1 km. from the temple. The main transportation route is paralleled with a rock line, which links both sides of the canal.

    Amphoe Khlong Yai

    '''Hat Sai Ngam (??????????)''' an approximately 200-metre long white sandy beach running parallel to a grove of pine trees. To get there, take the same route as Laem Klat at Km. 37 and walk across a wooden bridge of some 15 metres long to the beach.

    '''Hat Sai Ngoen (???????????)''' a not-so-wide beach with a pine forest more ideal for relaxing or fishing than swimming. Hat Muk Kaeo is accessible from here.

    ''How to get there:'' Hat Sai Ngoen is at around Km. 41 next to Hat Sai Ngam.

    '''Hat Muk Kaeo and Hat Sai Kaeo (?????????? ??????????????)''' have a peaceful atmosphere for recreation. Hat Muk Kaeo is a white sandy beach, which lies along from Hat Sai Ngoen to Hat Sai Kaeo, with the shade of pine and coconut trees all along the beach. Visitors can also admire the beautiful sunset here

    '''Ratchakarun Thai Red Cross Association_fs Khao Lan Center (??????????????? ??????????? ???????)''', formerly called the Thai Red Cross Association_fs Khao Lan Center, is located on the Trat ? Khlong Yai Road, at Km 48 on the roadside of Highway 318. Her Majesty the Queen ordered to establish the Thai Red Cross Association_fs Khao Lan Center to help Cambodian refugees. However, the center was closed in 1986 since all the refugees returned to their homeland. In 1992, the Thai Red Cross built the Ratchakarun Hall and the museum to glorify Her Majesty the Queen, President of the Thai Red Cross Association on the occasion of her 60th Birthday Anniversary. The museum is open at 8.30 a.m. ? 4.00 p.m. and contains an exhibition concerning H.M. Queen Sirikit_fs duties and models of Cambodian refugees in many movements, doing their routine activities such as cooking and embroidery. There is also a garden of auspicious trees from 76 provinces, herbal garden, Buddha image in the Sukhothai style in a gesture of subduing Mara, which was built following the command of the Queen for healing Cambodian refugees_f painful minds after they escaped from war. It is also a holy place for people in Trat and from other provinces. Behind the museum, there are some peaceful beaches. Accommodation is available for tourists. For further information, please call Tel. 0 3952 1621, 0 3952 1624, 0 3952 1838, or Fax. 0 3952 1621, or www.redcross.or.th/khaolan, or E-mail: khaolan@tr.ksc.co.th.

    '''Hat Mai Rut (?????????)''' otherwise known as Hat Samran (????????) turn right off Highway No. 31 between Km. 57?58 toward Ban Mai Rut for 5 km. to end at the concrete bridge. The entrance to the beach is in front of the Community Pavilion or Sala Prachakhom. Walk on another 200 metres to the beach where there is a single bungalow for rent.

    '''Hat Banchuen (??????????)''', formerly called '''Hat Maro (???????)''', is located before Amphoe Khlong Yai on Highway 318, between Km 59 and 60. When getting to the junction, turn right and go on for about 3 km. This beach has delicate sand grain and clear sea water where it is possible to swim. Bangalows for rent are available near the beach.

    '''Thailand_fs Narrowest Area (???????????????????????????)''' located at Mu 2 Ban Khot Sai, Tambon Hat Lek, on the Trat? Khlong Yai route between Km. 81?82. The area is only 450 metres wide.

    '''Ban Hat Lek Border Market (?????????????????????)''' a village on the Thai-Cambodian border located at Ban Hat Lek, Tambon Hat Lek, at the very end of Highway No. 31. When fighting in Cambodia was over in 1986, it used to serve as an intermediate marketplace for grain trading between farmers in Cambodia and traders in Ko Kong. The market on the Hat Lek side is open in the morning during 7.00?8.30 a.m., selling also inexpensive commodities from Cambodia such as electrical equipment, spectacles, perfume, etc. A taxi to Ko Kong is available from the Cambodian side opposite Ban Hat Lek at an agreed fare.

    ''How to get there:'' an hourly van from Trat to Hat Lek is available daily at Bt 100, taking approximately 1? hours, whereas a taxi trip across the bridge to Ko Kong from the Cambodian side takes about 45 minutes.

    Note: Foreigners crossing the border to Cambodia will have to present their passports and visas at Ban Hat Lek border checkpoint, Tel. 0 3958 8084 or at the Cambodian Embassy in Bangkok, Tel. 0 2253 7967, 0 2254 6630.

    Amphoe Khao Saming

    '''Wat Mueang Kao Saen Tum (???????????????????)''' and Boran Sathan Khao Tomo (???????????????????) are situated at Mu 7, Ban Irem, Tambon Pranit, approximately 38 km. from the district office of Amphoe Khao Saming. This temple is surrounded by nature, suitable to be a recreational place to relax or to practise meditation.

    In the south, you can visit Boran Sathan Khao Tomo which was built before the Buddha_fs era. It is believed that there is a treasure stored in a hundred thousand jars (Saen Tum) under the ground of this historical site. That is why it is also called Wat Saen Tum. Boran Sathan Khao Tomo is a mound covered with trees and there are dark-brown stone poles in various shapes of angled forms, with a length of 30?150 cm., diameter length of 15-20 cm. and weight of 10-100 kg. The way they lay stones over and over is similar to the way the ancient people built a place of worship. Some stones give a bell-like sound when they are knocked.

    ''To get there'', from Saen Tung Intersection, take Highway 3157, Saen Tung ? Bo Rai to Km. 18.5 and turn left at the junction. Go on to Ban Ta Phlai on Highway 3158 about 2.5 km. Turn left and drive along the route Ban Na Makham and Ban Irem for about 9 km.

    Amphoe BoRai

    Bo Rai used to be the source of Siam ruby or red ruby. Today a few gem markets can be seen. The markets are open in the early morning until 10 a.m.

    '''Namtok Salatdai (???????????)''' is situated 7 kilometres from Km. 25 of Highway No. 3157 (Saen Tung-Bo Rai). The area rich with natural environment is proper for taking a real rest.

    '''Namtok Khlong Kaeo National Park (???????????????????????????)''' has an area of approximately 65,525 rai (104,840 square kilometres). Interesting places to visit are as follows: Namtok Khlong Kaeo, a 7-leveled waterfall where visitors can see the beautiful sight of Bo Rai, especially on the 4th level. Most travellers visit only the 4 lower tiers of the waterfalls because it takes almost all day to climb up to every level. Besides, visitors should also visit Namtok Salat Dai, Namtok Khlong Chai and Pha Lan Hin.

    ''Accommodation:'' No shelter is available at the park, but tourists can bring their own tents. For more information, please contact the Namtok Khlong Kaeo National Park, Mu 2, Tambon Bo Phloi, Amphoe Bo Rai, Trat 23140.

    ''To get there'', from Bangkok, take Sukhumvit Road, Highway 3, to Saen Tung Market, Amphoe Khao Saming. Turn left and go along Highway 3157, on the route Saen Tung ? Bo Rai for about 33 km. Turn left and pass the Border Patrol Police Company 116 for another 8 km. to get to Namtok Khlong Kaeo.

    Amphoe Laem Ngop

    Laem Ngop lies 17 kilometres from the inner city of Trat along Highway No. 3184. Tourist can get ferry service to many islands such as Ko Chang, Ko Mak, Ko Kham, Ko Wai and Ko Kut. Souvenirs shops and restaurants are available near Laem Ngop Pier.

    '''Ban Nam Chiao (?????????????)''' is about 8 kilometres from town on the Trat-Laem Ngop route. It is noted for Ngop Nam Chiao, a native hat to ward off the sun. The hat is woven with local palm leafs from plants grown in mangrove area. It is still widely used today as it is light and comfortable. In addition to the traditional shape, it has been adapted into other more fashionable shapes as souvenir.

    '''Ko Chang Naval Battle Memorial (???????????????????????????)''' at Laem Ngop, commemorates the Franco-Thai naval engagement on January 17-21, 1941. There are also the Statue of Prince Chumphon, father of the Thai navy, and a warship-shaped museum displaying old equipment and armament of the fleet with exhibits on the Ko Chang naval battle.

    '''Ko Pui (???????)''' an islet not too far from the shore that makes an ideal attraction for relaxation in shady surroundings. It is conveniently accessible in all seasons and home to coconut groves, herbs and Dinso Phong (white clay body-powder) mentioned at the time of King Rama V_fs visit to Trat. Beaches on Ko Pui are slimy sands not suitable for swimming but ideal for relaxation in a serene atmosphere.

    ''How to get there'', charter a boat from Laem Ngop or drive to board a boat at Laem Uan by taking the Trat?Laem Ngop route for 15 km., turn right at the PTT gas station into a laterite road for some 5 km. and turn right at the direction sign for 500 metres to Laem Uan. A car park service and rental boat to Ko Pui which is 10 minutes away is available. A return trip by a chartered boat between Laem Uan ? Ko Pui costs Bt 400? 500.

    '''Ao Tan Khu (??????????)''' is a bay with fine sandy beach popular with local people during holidays. It is 12 kilometres from Laem Ngop or 4 kilometres off Highway No. 3156 (Laem Ngop-Ban Saen Tung). Bungalows and restaurants are available.

    King Amphoe Ko Chang

    '''Mu Ko Chang (????????????)''' located in the middle of the sea and, thus, having an averagely pleasant climate ideal for vacation. Ko Chang is influenced by monsoons from both the northeast and southwest winds, which bar boat access to the island during May?October. November?May is the most convenient period to travel to Ko Chang and its surrounding islands.

    '''Mu Ko Chang National Park (??????????????????????????)''', with an area of 650 square kilometres, covers more than 52 islands from the territory of Amphoe Laem Ngop, Amphoe Mueang to Amphoe Khlong Yai. The most famous is Ko Chang. In addition, there are other islands with remaining wonderful nature such as Ko Khlum, Ko Lao Ya Nai, Ko Ngam, Ko Mai Si Yai, Ko Wai, Ko Rang, etc. The park office is located in the east of Ko Chang, near Khlong Than Mayom, with a large harbour in its front. There are also 3 National Park Protection Units at Ao Khlong Son, Namtok Khlong Phlu_fs entrance and Ban Salak Phet, all of which are on Ko Chang.

    '''Ko Chang (????????)''' previously an unsettled island, is now important as a harbour for ships to escape from the monsoon, and dietary or fresh water resources, especially at Ao Salak Phet or Ao Salat which is well known to pirates, Hai Lam Chinese and Vietnamese. At present, there are 8 villages on the island.

    Ko Chang is the second largest island of the country after Phuket, with an area of approximately 429 square kilometres. The topography contains high mountains and complex stone cliffs. The highest mount is Khao Salak Phet which is 744 metres high, rich in fertile evergreen forest which is the main water source. Therefore, there are many waterfalls, beaches and splendid reefs in the west of the island.

    ''Places of Interest in Ko Chang''

  • Ko Chang Naval Battle Site (??????????????????????) located in the southern part of Ko Chang. The Trat waters near Ao Salak Phet and Ao Salak Khok also added another page in the Thai history of fighting for the country_fs sovereignty. On 17 January 1941, the Royal Thai Navy managed to evict the invaders although we lost a certain number of squadrons and soldiers. 17 January has become a memorial day for the heroic fighting, of which a service is held annually at Ko Chang Naval Battle Memorial in Amphoe Laem Ngop.
  • Ko Ngam was the first point of confrontation in the Franco?Siamese War in which the French army sent aircraft on a reconnaissance and bombing of the island, whereas Ko Wai is the point where French patrol aircraft crashed after being fired by HTMS Songkhla and HTMS Chon Buri.
  • A squadron of 7 French warships led by the Lamotte Piquet Cruiser, 2 sloops and 4 gunboats invaded in 3 divisions. The Lamotte Piquet alone made Division 1 blocking the south of Ko Wai and Ko Bai Tang. Division 2 comprising 1 sloop and 1 gunboat blocked the channel between Ko Khlum and Ko Wai whereas Division 3 comprising 1 sloop and 3 gunboats blocked the channel between Ko Khlum and Laem Bang Bao.

  • Ko Mai Si is a small private island located not far from Ko Kut where there is beautiful nature, sandy beaches and clear water ?home to diversified marine life and ideal for diving. Various plant species grow wild on the island, which used to be a confrontation site between the Lamotte Piquet and HTMS Thon Buri that was in commission at Ko Lim. In assisting HTMS Songkhla and HTMS Chon Buri which were heavily fired and eventually sank near Ao Salak Phet and Ao Salak Khok, the HTMS Thon Buri was also hardly attacked, ran aground and sank near Laem Ngop.
  • Semi-homestay accommodation is available for a group visit of 15?30 persons. A 3-day/2-night package sells at Bt 4,500-5,000, 2-day/1-night at Bt 4,000-4,500. For more details, please contact Tel. 0 2750 6873, 0 9980 5757.

  • Ao Khlong Son (??????????): A bay in the northernmost west of the island where Ban Khlong Son Community is located, with a beautiful coral reef. Accommodation is available.
  • Namtok Khlong Nonsi (??????????????): A small waterfall to the northeast of the island accessible by a 3-km. pathway from Ban Dan Mai or about 4 km. from the national park_fs headquarters.
  • Namtok Than Mayom (????????????) a medium 4-tiered waterfall located some 500 metres through a garden behind the national park_fs headquarters, with the 3rd tier being the most beautiful. King Rama V, King Rama VII and Queen Rambhai Barni used to visit this waterfall as evident from the royal initials on the rock.
  • Namtok Khlong Phlu (????????????): A large and most breathtaking waterfall on Ko Chang with water cascading down 3 tiers of the cliff to a basin, with an entrance located 3 km. from Ao Khlong Phrao plus another 20-minute walk.
  • Hat Sai Yao (??????????) located near Ao Salak Phet to the south of the island with a long stretch of sandy beach where swimming is available. Trekking to the naval battle site, as well as a trip to admire nearby islands such as Ko Lao Ya, Ao Salak Phet, Ko Wai, etc. is provided. Accommodation is available.
  • Monkey Training Centre (??????????????) located at Mu 4 Hat Sai Khao, Tambon Ko Chang, the centre provides training as well as shows of monkey_fs abilities, especially in collecting coconuts. There are 3 shows daily at 10.00 a.m., 02.00 p.m. and 04.00 p.m. Admission is Bt 200. For more details, please call Tel. 0 1982 8661, 0 6531 3398.
  • Ban Salak Phet (????????????) a large and the oldest community on Ko Chang located in the southern part. The villagers_f main occupation is coastal fishery in an advantageous area sheltered from winds and storms by islands and mountains. There is an old temple in front of the village known as Wat Salak Phet built in the reign of King Rama V on his royal visit to the island. Ao Salak Phet is the largest bay on the island.
  • Namtok Khiri Phet (?????????????) a single-storeyed waterfall located 3 km. from Ban Salak Phet Community through a rubber plantation.
  • Namtok Khlong Nueng (??????????????) a small waterfall near Namtok Khiri Phet ? Ban Rong Than, located some 2 km. deeper inside the island from the Salak Phet Community with another 480-metre walk. The waterfall cascades down from a narrow gorge for 120 metres. Swimming is available.
  • Bang Bao Fishery Village (????????????????????) a village of houses on stilts built into the sea with bridges connecting them together. Most of the villagers are descendants of the Salak Phet villagers, living a simple way of life and earning their living from coastal fishery, with abundant soft cuttlefish and corals. There is a pier, fish dock, and manufacturing of shrimp paste, fish sauce, dried shrimp and salted fish. The area is an ideal berthing area for fishing boats, with mountains and islands providing a good shelter from wind and storms in the monsoon season.
  • Ban Rong Than (???????????) a small community located near Salak Phet in the southern part of the island. It is a scenic viewpoint where the mist-covered peak of Khao Salak Phet in the north and Ko Maphrao Nai and mountains near Laem Yai in the east are visible. A panoramic view of the whole area of Ao Salak Phet is also available from Samnak Song Atulaphon Banphot on the hill.
  • Ao Bai Lan (?????????) located next to Hat Kai Bae and accessible by a pathway across the mountain which takes about 1 hour, with a scenic view of mountains along the way. Ao Bai Lan has a long stretch of serene beach ideal for swimming and relaxing.
  • Hat Kai Bae (?????????) a sloping and long stretch of beach connecting with Hat Khlong Phrao where swimming is available. There are several bungalows for rent at economy prices, some with mountain bikes available.
  • Hat Khlong Phrao- Laem Chaiyachet (????????????-????????????) a long stretch of sloping beach connecting with Hat Kai Bae where swimming is available. There are several bungalows for rent with standard rooms and necessary facilities. The northernmost end of Ao Khlong Phrao connects with Laem Chaiyachet with a scenic rocky cape but swimming is not available.
  • Accommodation, the national park offers accommodation as follows: Khlong Son Office?9 rooms for 2?6 persons at Bt 800?2,500. For more information, Tel. 0 3955 5086 or contact National Park, Wildlife and Plant Conservation Department, Bangkok, Tel. 0 2562 0760-2, www.dnp.go.th.

    Transportation on the island: from the pier, there is a Song Thaeo minibus to Hat Sai Khao, Hat Khlong Phrao, Hat Kai Bae at Bt 30. A chartered fare has to be agreed for a journey to other beaches.

  • Ko Chang Noi and Laem Chang Noi (???????????????????????????) located in the north of Ko Chang and housing coral reefs between Laem Chang Noi and Ko Chang Noi.
  • Ko Man Nok?Ko Man Nai (????????????????????) small islands opposite Hat Kai Bae with surrounding beaches at low tides and golden seaweeds in the nearby shallows.
  • Ko Khlum (?????????) an island ideal for fishing with a peculiar scenery of rocky areas.
  • Ko Lao Ya (??????????) a group of islands located to the south of Ko Chang comprising Ko Lao Ya Nai, Ko Lao Ya Klang and Ko Lao Ya Nok, approximately 2?3 hours from Laem Ngop. There are long beaches, clear sea water and beautiful corals, with accommodation available.
  • Ko Wai (????????) located to the south of Ko Chang near Ko Lao Ya, approximately 2.30 hours from Laem Ngop. It has scenic beaches, as well as large and complete coral reefs ideal for fishing. The bay to the north of the island houses coral reefs in a perfect condition whereas the western area of Ao Yai provides home to mostly hard corals and scaly giant clams. Accommodation is available.
  • How to get there: there are boats leaving Laem Ngop Pier or Memorial Pier (??????????????????) to Ko Wai at 03.00 and 05.00 p.m., and on the return trip leaving Ko Wai Pakarang Pier at 8.00 a.m. The journey takes some 3 hours and the fare is Bt 250 each. For more information, Ko Wai Pakarang Resort Tel. 08 1945 4383, 08 1983 2098.

  • Ko Phrao Nok or Ko Sai Khao (???????????? ???? ???????????) located to the south facing Ao Salak Phet, approximately 2 hours from Laem Ngop Pier. The island has white sandy beaches and shady coconut grove. Accommodation is available.
  • Ko Ngam (????????) a twin island connected by a large sand bar located to the southeast of Ko Chang, with an inlet surrounded by the hilly topography where the sea is calm and scenic.
  • ''To get there:'' a journey from Laem Ngop takes about 2 hours. Accommodation is available.

    King Amphoe Ko Kut (????????????????)

  • Ko Kut (???????) Thailand_fs easternmost island in Trat waters, the province_fs second largest island next to Ko Chang and the country_fs fourth largest island. Located 80 km. from Trat, it covers a total area of 105 sq. km. or approximately 65,625 rai, measuring 25 km. long and 12 km. wide. The topography is generally still in its natural condition, with mountains and ridges forming the headwater of many streams from which originate various waterfalls. The most renowned waterfall on Ko Kut is Namtok Wang Chao, a 3-tiered waterfall with water all year round running in a stream from the upper tier and cascading down in a large fall into the lower tier ideal for swimming. King Rama VI visited this waterfall in 1911 and named it _eNamtok Anam Kok_f in memory of Ong Chiang Sue, an Annamese king who took refuge in the area in the reign of King Rama I.
  • On the western part of the island, the attractions range from Ao Ta Tin, Hat Khlong Yai Ki, Laem Hin Dam, Hat Khlong Chao, Hat Ngam Kho, Laem Bang Bao, Hat Ao Phrao, as far as Laem Thian. Interesting attractions on the eastern part include Ao Sapparot, Laem Sala, Ao Yai Koet, Ao Khlong Hin, Ao Chak which are all sandy beaches with crystal clear water and serene atmosphere amid a shady coconut grove. The island as well as the nearby Ko Raet and Ko Mai are also home to an intact mangrove forest, beautiful coral reefs and schools of colourful fish.

    The native people of Ko Kut are mostly Thai and Khmer immigrants from Ko Kong since the time of French occupation of Patchantakhirikhet in 1904. Ban Khlong Mat is the oldest village on the island whose residents continue to earn their living from agriculture such as rubber plantation, coconut groves and some fruit orchards, as well as coastal fishery. Accommodation is available.

    ''How to get there:'' there is no regular passenger ferry to Ko Kut but a private-operated boat by Ko Kut Seatrans Co., Ltd. is available. Tel. 0 3959 7646, 08 1444 9259. The fare for a round-trip is Bt 900 each. The journey takes approximately 2? hours and is available from Laem Ngop Pier (the Lighthouse Pier) on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 09.00 a.m. and arriving in Ko Kut at 11.30 a.m. On the return trip, the boat leaves Ko Kut on Fridays at 12.30 p.m. and Sundays at 11.00 a.m.

  • Ko Mak (????????) a large island located in between Ko Chang and Ko Kut, approximately 38 km. from the mainland. It covers a total area of approximately 9,000 rai with the shape of a 4-pointed star. The topography is mostly coastal plain with a thicket of coconut groves and rubber plantations. Scenic bays and sandy beaches embracing crystal clear water are all around the island such as Ao Ta Nit, Ao Prong, Ao Phat and Ao Daeng. Around the shore and the nearby islands, there are beautiful coral reefs. October ? May is the ideal period for Visiting. Accommodation is available on the island.
  • ''How to get there:'' a passenger ferry to Ko Mak leaves the Prince of Chumphon Pier at 03.00 p.m. to arrive at Ao Nit Pier at 07.00 p.m. On the return trip, the boat leaves Ao Nit at 08.00 a.m. and arrives at Laem Ngop Pier at 11.30 a.m. The fare is Bt 300 each. For more information, Tel. 0 3953 8122, 08 9605 7807. A ferry operated by Ko Kut Seatrans Co., Ltd. leaves Laem Ngop Pier (the Lighthouse Pier) to Ko Mak at 09.00 a.m. and arrives at Ao Nit at 10.30 a.m. On the return trip, the boat from Ko Kut takes 1 hour to arrive at Ao Nit and leaves for Laem Ngop Pier. The fare is Bt 550 each. For further details, please call Tel. 0 3959 7646, 08 1444 9259. An air-conditioned passenger boat operated by Ko Mak Express Co., Ltd. leaves the Prince of Chumphon Pier on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays at 09.00 a.m. and arrives in Ko Mak at 10.30 a.m. (berthing at Ko Mak Resort). On the return trip, the boat leaves at 1.30 p.m. and arrives at the Prince of Chumphon Pier at 03.00 p.m. The fare is Bt 400 each. For further information, please call Tel. 0 3959 7296, 08 4166 2419.

  • Ko Kradat (??????????) located to the northeast of Ko Mak and covering a total area of approximately 1,200 rai. It has a flat paper-like topography with Alocasia plants?_eKradat_f in Thai?growing wild in abundance. Ko Kradat is Thailand_fs single island with a land title deed issued since the reign of King Rama V when countries in Southeast Asia were being colonised and there were attempts to occupy some areas in Thai territory including Ko Kradat. The island has a long and white sandy beach with beautiful coral reefs. Ko Kradat has been designated among the Unseen Thailand attractions. October?May is an appropriate period for Visiting. Accommodation is available.
  • ''How to get there:'' there is no regular passenger boat to Ko Kradat. Visitors will have to purchase a package tour offered by Ko Kradat Resort. For more information, Tel. 08 1432 8027, 08 1823 5471, 08 9099 7917. It is approximately 2?3 hours from Laem Ngop.

  • Ko Kham (???????) a small island near Ko Mak located approximately 3 hours from Laem Ngop. What attract visitors to Ko Kham are its scenic natural surroundings, shady and serene atmosphere, sandy beach and crystal clear water. There are corals on the east of the island which is ideal for diving. Accommodation is available.
  • ''How to get there:'' there is a regular boat from Laem Ngop Pier to Ko Kham leaving at 03.00 p.m. and arriving in Ko Kham at 06.00 p.m. On the return trip, the boat leaves Ko Kham at 8.00 a.m. and arrives at Laem Ngop Pier at 11.00 a.m. The fare is Bt 300 each. For further information, Tel. 08 1303 1229, 08 1916 6536.

  • Mu Ko Rayang (??????????????) a group of islands comprising Ko Rayang Nai and Ko Rayang Nok. Ko Rayang Nok is peaceful with white sandy beaches and crystal clear water. Accommodation is available on Ko Rayang Nok.
  • Mu Ko Kra (???????????) a group of islets to the west of Ko Mak, a swallow bird_fs nest concession area and a diving spot with beautiful corals.
  • Mu Ko Rang (???????????) a group of islets located approximately 6 km. to the west of Ko Mak. There is not sufficient plains area for human habitation on Ko Rang, which is surrounded by islands of various sizes such as Ko Rang Yai, Ko Rang Lek, Ko Kra, Ko Thian, Ko Thong Luang, Ko Yak, Ko Sam Phi Nong, Ko Mapring, Ko Tun, Ko Kampan, etc. Diving to admire the beautiful corals among schools of fish is available.
  • ''How to get there:'' there is no regular boat to Mu Ko Rang and Mu Ko Kra. Visitors will have to charter a boat from Laem Ngop at Bt 5,000?8,000/day depending on the size of the boat.

    '''Getting to the Islands'''

    There are piers in Amphoe Laem Ngop where boats are available to travel to Ko Chang and various islands, as follows:

  • Laem Ngop Pier, passenger boats adapted from fishing boats travelling to Ban Dan Kao of Ko Chang. The fare is Bt 50 and the trip takes about 45 minutes. The boat leaves every hour from 08.00 a.m.?05.00 p.m. A return trip from Ko Chang is available during 07.00 a.m.?04.00 p.m. A boat trip to Ko Mak leaves the Laem Ngop Pier at 03.00 p.m. and arrives in Ao Nit around 06.00 p.m. On the return trip, the boat leaves Ao Nit at 08.00 a.m. and arrives in Laem Ngop at 11.30 a.m. The fare is Bt 300. A boat trip to Ko Wai leaves at 03.00 p.m. and arrives at 05.30 p.m. The fare is Bt 250. For more information, please call Tel. 0 3953 8122.
  • There are also reservation agents from various resorts near the pier. Tourists may charter a boat (adapted from small fishing boats to accommodate about 10 passengers) to Ko Chang or other islands at approximately Bt 2,000?3,500 per day or contact Saeng Chan Restaurant at 99/3 Mu 1 Laem Ngop Beach, Amphoe Laem Ngop, Trat Province, Tel. 0 3959 7198, 0 3959 7299.

  • Ko Chang International Co., Ltd. Pier, a ferry to Ko Chang leaves Ao Thammachat during 07.00 a.m.?07.00 p.m. On the return trip, it leaves Ao Sapparot every half an hour during 08.00 a.m.?07.00 p.m., taking about 45 minutes. The return fare is Bt 150 for tourist and Bt 150 for car with driver. For more information, please call Tel. 0 3952 8288?9, 0 3959 7143.
  • A van to Pattaya at Bt 400, Ko Samet Pier at Bt 250 and Khao San Road at Bt 220 is available at the pier.

  • Centrepoint Pier, a ferry to Ko Chang leaving Laem Ngop during 06.00 a.m.?06.00 p.m. On the return trip, it leaves Dan Kao Cabana Pier during 06.00 a.m.?07.00 p.m. The return fare for tourists and drivers is Bt 140 each and free of charge for 4-wheeled vehicles. The journey takes 45 minutes. Please call Tel. 0 3953 8196 for further details.
  • A boat for rent is also available daily at several fishery piers in Amphoe Khlong Yai to nearby islands such as Ko Kut, Ko Kradat and Ko Mak.
  • Do

    Agrotourism Attractions

    Trat is famous for its array of seasonal fruits such as durian, mangosteen, rambutan, Long Kong, santol and zalacca, which are available right from the orchard, as follows:

    '''Amphoe Mueang Trat'''

  • Samnao Petkaeo (????? ????????) Mu 2 Tambon Huang Nam Khao, Tel. 0 3952 4715, 08 9542 8925 (rambutan, mangosteen, and zalacca orchard).
  • It Thuesat (???? ????????) 21 Mu 2, Tambon Huang Nam Khao, Tel. 0 3952 4758, 08 1756 5386 (mangosteen, durian, rambutan, Long Kong, santol orchard).
  • Mangrove Forest Seed Production Center 1 (Trat) (????????????????????????????????) located at Mu 2 Tambon Huang Nam Khao, within the mangrove forest on the left bank of the Trat River, covering a total area of 7,500 rai. The center serves as a breeding ground of mangrove plants for reforestation of degraded forests along the inner coast of the Gulf of Thailand. There is a 400-metre long nature trail made into a concrete board walk through the forest. Visitors can study various mangrove plant species as well as birds and animals such as creeping fish and fiddler crab.
  • '''Amphoe Khao Saming'''

  • Si Bua Thong Garden (???????????): A big orchard well known for its weet rambutan. Visitors take part in the tour of the orchard, taste differrent fruits and watch the fruit cultivation demonstrations. Located at 100 Mu 1, Wang Takhian, Khao Saming District. Tel: 08 1219 1776 or 08 1652 6166
  • '''King Amphoe Ko Chang'''

  • Bunsi Salakphet (?????? ????????) Tambon Ko Chang Tai, Tel. 0 3955 3039 (mangosteen, durian, rambutan, Long Kong orchard).
  • Spa

  • Ko Chang Resort and Spa 39 Mu 4, Tambon Ko Chang, Tel. 0 3953 8055, 0 3953 8059, 08 1948 8177 Bangkok, Tel. 0 2277 5256, 0 2277 6150, www.Kochangresortandspa.com.
  • Ko Chang Tropicana Resort and Spa 26/3 Mu 4, Tambon Ko Chang Tai, Tel. 0 3955 1184?5; Bangkok, Tel. 0 2642 4420, 0 2642 5497, www.Kochangtropicana.com
  • Chang Park Resort and Spa 40/6 Mu 4, Tambon Ko Chang Tai, Tel. 08 1853 2572, 08 1940 8678, 08 9831 5609, 08 9832 2065, Bangkok, Tel. 0 2692 0121, www.changparkresort.com
  • Sea View Resort and Spa Ko Chang 10/2 Mu 4, Tambon Ko Chang, Tel. 0 3952 9022, 08 1830 7529, www.seaviewKochang.com
  • Remark Cottage Resort and Spa 36 Mu 4, Tambon Ko Chang, Tel. 08 1926 7714; Bangkok, Tel. 0 2935 6018 ? 9, 0 2935 6495?6
  • Boutique Resort and Health Spa 17/5 Mu 4, Ban Khlong Phrao, Tambon Ko Chang, Tel. 0 3955 1050, 08 9938 6403.
  • Ban Pu Resort 199 Mu 1, Trat?Laem Sok Road, Tambon Nong Khan Song, Tel. 08 1291 3818, 0 3954 2355?6,
  • Fax. 0 3954 2359; Bangkok, Tel. 0 2580 3596, 0 2589 1177, Fax. 0 2588 4887.
  • Barali Beach Resort and Spa 77 Mu 4, Tel. 0 3955 1238?9, 08 1878 8111; Bangkok, Tel. 0 2253 4885?6, 0 2652 2195, www.baraliresort.com
  • Pan Viman Ko Chang Resort 8/15 Hat Khlong Phrao, Tel. 0 3952 9510 ? 13, 0 3955 1290 ? 6, Fax. 0 3952 9514; Bangkok, Tel. 0 2910 8660?4 ext. 107?9, www.panviman.com
  • Aiyapura Resort and Spa 29 Mu 3, Tel. 0 3955 5111, 0 3952 1866?7; Bangkok, Tel. 0 2862 1611, www.aiyapura.com
  • Other tourist activities are also available on Ko Chang, Ko Mak, Ko Lao Ya Nai and Ko Kut such as diving, boat trip around the island, canoeing ? kayaking, fishing for fish and cuttlefish, etc. Please contact your resort, restaurant or travel agent on the island.
  • Buy

    Local Products and Souvenirs

    '''Ruby (???????)''' Trat has been renowned for its precious red gemstone known as _eSiamese Ruby_f. However, as gemstones in the province begin to reduce, the Siamese ruby is now becoming rare.

    '''Ngop Nam Chiao (????????????)''' a folk-style hand-made palm leaf hat identified with the Nam Chiao community. The hat is made into a distinct shape looking like an overturned frying pan or soldier_fs hat in former times. Ngop Nam Chiao are produced and put on sale at Ban Nam Chiao, Tambon Nam Chiao, Amphoe Laem Ngop.

    '''Rakam Wan (????????)''' a sweet variety of zalacca which is the most famous fruits out of the province_fs vast array of fruit produce.

    '''Trat Si Thong Pineapple (????????????????)''' a sweet and crispy variety of Trat_fs juicy pineapple with yellowish skin.

    '''Seafood Products (??????????????????)''' dried fish and shrimp shrimp paste, processed food, available in markets and at Laem Ngop pier.

    '''Namman Lueang (Yellow Oil) (????????????)''' herbal rubbing oil produced out of folk wisdom since ancient times. The aromatic vapourizing oil helps to relieve muscular pain, stiffness, dizziness, congested nose and cold, available in various brand names.

    '''Thai Ridgeback Dog (?????????????????????)''' distinctive by its ridged back, smartness and honesty.

    '''Local fighting cock (??????????????)''' is a breed of cock famous for its talent and good tactics in fighting inhabiting Trat.

    Souvenir Shops

    '''Amphoe Mueang Trat'''

  • Bami Kiao Nong Bua (??????-?????????????) 121?123 Sukhumvit Road, Tambon Wang Krachae, (Tel: 0 3952 0817, 0 3952 1189) (seafood products)
  • Khrua Isan Nong Bua (????????????????) Sukhumvit Road, Tambon Wang Krachae, (Tel: 0 3953 2259) (seafood products)
  • Namman Lueang Dang Trat (Yellow Oil) (???????????? ???????) Sukhumvit Road, (Tel: 0 3951 1358)
  • Namman Lueang Gold Cross (Yellow Oil) (???????????? ?????????) Sukhumvit Road, (Tel: 0 3951 1375)
  • Namman Lueang Somthawin (Yellow Oil) (???????????? ??????) 5 Rat Uthit (Tel: 0 3951 1935, 0 3953 1430 Bangkok Tel: 0 2331 8199) (Yellow Oil)
  • Saeng Charoen (???????????????) 42?46 Sukhumvit Road, (Tel: 0 3951 1380) (precious stones)
  • Sunday (???????) 141 Sukhumvit Road, (Tel: 0 3953 0080, 0 3953 1325) (seafood, food products and handicrafts)
  • Wibunchai (??????????) 134 Phok Phrai Road, (Tel: 0 3951 1326) (fish sauce)
  • '''Amphoe Laem Ngop '''

  • Aruni (?????) 61/1 Mu 5, Trat-Laem Ngop Road., (Tel: 0 3952 0260) (fish sauce)
  • Che Noi (???????) 123/1 Mu 1 Soi Sukhaphiban 2 Tambon Laem Ngop, (Tel: 0 3959 7030, 0 3959 7130) (seafood products)
  • Ko Chang Souvenir (????????????????) 101/14 Tambon Laem Ngop
  • Phonphimo (??????) 24/4 Tambon Laem Ngop, (Tel: 0 3959 7050, 0 3959 7111) (seafood products)
  • '''King Amphoe Ko Chang'''

  • One Tanbon One Product (????????? ??????????????) Tambon Ko Chang Tai (Tel: 0 3955 5035, 0 6158 2693) (Preserved Food, Coconut Shell Product)
  • Festival

    '''The Ko Chang Naval Battle Day (?????????????????????????????????????????????)''' is organised in late January at the Ko Chang Naval Battle Monument (Anuson Yutthanawi) at Laem Ngop. The event is to commemorate the bravery of the Royal Thai Navy_fs action against the French on January 17-21, 1941. Merit-making and tribute rites are performed and there is exhibition by the Royal Thai Navy.

    '''Trat Independence Day (???????????????)''', on March 23-27, marks the day the province returned to Thai sovereignty after the French occupation. The celebrations are held at the provincial town hall.

    ''History''

    During the reign of King Rama V, conflicts with France resulted in the French Army sending troops into Trat and taking control of the province. The two and a half years under the French occupation anguished the whole nation. Thanks to King Rama V a treaty was finally made. Trat was returned to Thailand on March 23, 1906, in exchange for Pratabong, Siem Reap and Sri Sophon, three territories on the East covering an area of 50,000 square kilometres.

    '''Trat Fruit Fair (?????????????????????????)''', usually in late May or early June, features exhibitions and gricultural produce. Trat has the ideal condition for the propagation of almost all of tropical fruits. Among its famous fruits are durian, rambutan, mangosteen, salak and pineapple. Activities include merit making, historical and agricultural exhibition, fruits contest and various entertainments.

    Itinerary

    '''Example of Tour Programmes'''

    '''Programme Amphoe Mueang ? Khlong Yai (2 days/1 night)'''

    '''Day 1'''

  • Depart Bangkok for Trat.
  • Visit Wat Buppharam.
  • Visit Wat Yothanimit.
  • Visit agrotourism attractions at the fruit orchards of Khun It Thuesat and Khun Samnao Petkaeo.
  • Stop at Laem Sok.
  • Return to the hotel.
  • '''Day 2'''

  • Depart for Laem Klat.
  • Stop at Hat Muk Kaeo and Hat Sai Kaeo.
  • Visit Sala Ratchakarun in Khao Lan Thai Red Cross Society.
  • Continue to Hat Mai Rut.
  • Stop at Hat Ban Chuen.
  • Stop at the narrowest area in Thailand.
  • Shopping at Ban Hat Lek Border Market.
  • Return to Bangkok.
  • Sleep

    Amphoe Mueang Trat

  • Banpu Resort (?????? ???????) 199 Mu 1, Trat-Laem Sok Road, Tambon Nong Khan Song, (Tel: 0 3951 2400, 0 3954 2355-6, 08 1291 3818 Fax: 0 3954 2359 Bangkok Tel: 0 2580 3596 Fax: 0 2588 4887 www.banpuresort.com), 45 rooms: 1,200-3,400 baht
  • Mueang Trat (?????????) 40 Wichit Chanya Road, (Tel: 0 3951 1091, 0 3951 1752), 144 rooms: 220-1,500 baht
  • Pa Ploen (???????) 248 Sukhumvit Road, Tambon Wang Krachae, (Tel: 0 3951 2227, 0 3951 2231), 25 rooms: 100-500 baht
  • Sukhumvit Inn (???????? ?????) 234/1 Sukhumvit Road, (Tel: 0 3951 2151, 0 3952 0683), 18 rooms: 140-180 baht
  • Thai Roong Roj (????????????) 45 Soi Thoet Charat 2, Sukhumvit Road, (Tel: 0 3951 1141, 0 3951 2171), 76 rooms: 200-850 baht
  • Trat Inn (???? ?????) 1-5 Sukhumvit Road, Tambon Bang Phra, (Tel: 0 3951 1028, 0 3951 1556), 51 rooms: 120-200 baht
  • '''Bungalow and Resort'''

  • Hat Lan Sai Resort (?????????? ???????) 120 Mu 2 Trat-Khlong Yai Road, Tambon Laem Klat (Tel: 0 3951 2534, 0 3952 0665, 08 1982 3228, 08 1983 6673), 15 bungalows: 700-2,000 baht
  • Hat Muk Kaeo Resort (?????????? ???????) Hat Muk Kaeo, Km.41.5 Trat-Khlong Yai Road, Tambon Laem Klat (Tel: 0 3951 1777, 08 1453 0792, 08 1559 1022 Fax: 0 3951 1 777 Bangkok Tel: 0 2559 3247-8), 20 bungalows: 1,000-1,500 baht, 4 houses: 4,900 baht
  • Laoya Inland Trat Resort (?????? ???????? ???? ???????) 419 Mu 2 Sukhumvit Road, Tambon Wang Krachae (Tel: 0 3953 1839-40 Fax: 0 3953 1840), 32 rooms: 1,000-2,000 baht
  • Mueang Trat O.K. Bungalow (???????????.??. ???????) 4/4 Chai Mongkhon Road, Tambon Bang Phra (Tel: 0 3951 2657-8),108 rooms: 180-1,200 baht
  • P.J. Villa (??.??.??????) 950 Trat-Khlong Yai Road, Tambon Wang Krachae, (Tel: 0 3951 2204), 30 rooms: 150-1,500 baht
  • S.K. House (???.??. ?????) 199/6 Mu 5 Tambon Wang Krachae, (Tel: 0 3951 2289-90), 30 rooms: 250-800 baht
  • S.A Hotel [http://www.sahotel.in.th] (???.??. ??????) 45 Soi Thoet Charat 2 Sukhumvit Road, (Tel: 0 3951 1141, 0 3951 4572, 0 3952 4411), 76 rooms: 200-700 baht
  • '''Guesthouse'''

  • Dream Guesthouse (???? ??????????) 33-35 Lak Mueang Road, Tambon Bang Phra (Tel: 0 3953 0458), 12 rooms: 100-200 baht
  • Foremost Guesthouse (????????? ??????????) 19/51 Thana Charoen Road, Tambon Bang Phra (Tel: 0 3951 1923), 9 rooms: 80-100 baht
  • Friendy Guesthouse (????????? ??????????) 106/110 Lak Mueang Road, Tambon Bang Phra (Tel: 0 3952 4053), 11 room 60-100 baht
  • Garden Home Guest house (??????????? ??????????) 87/1 Rat Anuson Road, Tambon Bang Phra (Tel: 0 3952 1018), 7 rooms: 100-150 baht
  • James Guesthouse (????? ??????????) 45/1 Lak Mueang Road, Tambon Bang Phra (Tel: 0 3953 0458), 12 rooms: 100-200 baht
  • Klu Koner and Restaurants (??? ???????? ????? ???????????) 21-23 Thana Charoen Road, Tambon Bang Phra, 5 rooms: 80-150 baht
  • N.P. Guesthouse (????.??. ??????????) 8/10 Trok Yai On, at Lak Mueang and Thana Charoen Road., Intersection (Tel: 0 3951 2270), 12 rooms: 80-100 baht
  • Noen Sai Holiday (???????? ????????) 224 Mu 2, Tambon Noen Sai (Tel: 0 3951 1602, 0 3952 0355), 28 rooms: 200-300 baht
  • Pop Guesthouse (???? ??????????) 1/1-2 Thana Charoen Road, Tambon Bang Phra (Tel: 0 3951 2392, 08 1945 3038), 15 rooms: 60-150 baht
  • P.O. Resort (??.??. ???????) 227-8 Sukhumvit Road, Tambon Wang Krachae, 19 rooms: 150-300 baht
  • Resident Guesthouse (????????? ??????????) 87/1-2 Thana Charoen, Tambon Bang Phra (Tel: 0 3953 0103-4), 16 rooms: 100-300 baht
  • Tok Guesthouse 1 (???? ?????????? 1) 43-45 Lak Mueang Road, Tambon Bang Pha, (Tel: 0 3952 0756), 4 rooms: 80-100 baht
  • Tok Guesthouse 2 (???? ?????????? 2) 11 Thetsaban 4 Road, Tambon Bang Pha, (Tel: 0 3951 1793, 08 9938 3518), 12 rooms: 150-300 baht
  • Tok Guesthouse 3 (???? ?????????? 3) (Tel: 0 3953 2660), 10 rooms: 150 baht
  • Trat Guesthouse (???? ??????????) 4 Tambon Bang Phra (Tel: 0 3951 1152, 08 1683 1940), 10 rooms: 80-150 baht
  • Windy Guesthouse (?????? ??????????) 64 Thana Charoen Road, Tambon Bang Phra (Tel: 08 1455 9605, 08 1633 0059), 5 rooms: 60-80 baht
  • Amphoe Laem Ngop

  • Ao Tan Khu Resort (?????????? ???????) 6 Mu 1 Tambon Bang Pit (Tel: 0 3954 7171), 10 rooms: 500-3,500 baht
  • The Camping (???? ????????) 22/2 Mu 1 Laem Ngop-Bang Pit, Tambon Laem Ngop (Tel: 0 3959 7175, 0 3959 7177), 10 rooms: 200-350 baht
  • Laem Ngop Inn (??????? ?????) 19/4 Mu 1, Tambon Laem Ngop (Tel: 0 3959 7044, 0 3959 7144), 31 rooms: 300-600 baht
  • Paradise (????????) 9/5 Mu 1, Trat-Laem Ngop Road (Tel: 0 3959 7031, 0 3959 7131), 21 bungalows: 200-600 baht
  • Rim Tha-le Resort (??????? ???????) 199/9 Mu 1 Sukhaphiban 3 Road, Tambon Laem Ngop (Tel: 0 3959 7084-5, 0 3959 7494, 08 1636 8137), 20 rooms: 450-800 baht
  • T.K.K. Bungalow (?????? ???????) 27/3 Ao Tan Khu Road, Tambon Bang Pit (Tel: 0 3954 7295, 08 1949 9276), 14 rooms: 700-1,200 baht
  • Guesthouse

  • Chat Kaew Guest House (???????? ??????????) 29 Mu 1, Tambon Laem Ngop, (Tel: 0 3959 7088), 4 rooms: 80-100 baht
  • Pa Nu Guesthouse (?????? ??????????) 151/3 Mu 1 Trat-Laem Ngop Road, Tambon Laem Ngop (Tel: 0 3953 8099), 5 rooms: 70-100 baht
  • P.I. Guest House (???? ??????????) 19/5 Mu 1 Tambon Laem Ngop, 8 rooms: 70-120 baht
  • Siri Anek Guesthouse (???????? ??????????) 184/12-13 Mu 1 Tambon Khlong Yai (Tel: 0 3953 8246), 10 rooms: 300-600 baht
  • Amphoe Khao Saming

  • S. Saen Tung Resort (?. ??????? ???????) 261 Tambon Saen Tung (Tel: 08 1329 0026), 20 rooms: 200-300 baht
  • Amphoe Bo Rai

  • Honey Inn (?????? ?????) 171 Mu 3, Tambon Bo Phloi, 14 rooms: 40-200 baht
  • '''Bungalow and Resort'''

  • Linthamit Resort (???????? ???????) 104 Mu 1, Tambon Bo Phloi (Tel: 0 3959 1032), 48 rooms: 120-350 baht
  • Yen Cham Bungalow (???????) 18 Mu 4 Tambon Bo Phloi (Tel: 0 3959 1082, 08 1327 0761), 23 rooms: 240-350 baht
  • Amphoe Khlong Yai

  • Khlong Yai (????????) 213 Mu 2, Tambon Khlong Yai, (Tel: 0 3958 1260), 37 rooms: 200-450 baht
  • Suksamran (????????) 623/1 Mung Khiri Road., (Tel: 0 3958 1109, 0 3958 1310), 37 rooms: 150-350 baht
  • '''Bungalow and Resort'''

  • Ban Tak Arkard (BY THE SEE) (????????????, ??? ???? ??)) 250/1 Mu 2 Tambon Khlong Yai Maprao Leuang Beach Ban Ta Neuk (Tel: 0 3958 1295, 0 3958 1909 www.takarkard.com), 16 houses: 1,500-6,500 baht (Kayak)
  • Barn Ta-Laepu Resort (?????????? ???????) 57/3 Mu 5 Tambon Khlong Yai, (Tel. 0 3958 1720-2, 08 1902 3042 www.barntalaepuresort.com ), 9 houses, 9 rooms: 700-1,200 baht
  • Bang In Villa (?????? ??????) 47 Mu 6, Trat-Khlong Yai Road, (Tel: 0 3958 1401), 45 rooms: 150-350 baht
  • Chanchon Resort (????? ???????) 53/3 Mu 3 Tambon Mai Rut, (Tel: 0 3958 1173, 0 3958 1889, 08 1344 1437), 29 rooms: 800-4,500 baht
  • Duang Napa Resort (?????? ???????) 50/10 Mu 1, Hat Mai Rut, (Tel: 0 3958 1363, 08 1451 8478), 13 bungalows: 500-700 baht
  • Hat Son Resort (????? ???????) 34 Mu 5, Tambon Tanak, (Tel: 0 3958 1882-3, 08 1920 8934), 30 rooms: 700-6,000 baht
  • Hat Muk Kaew Resort (?????????? ???????) Km. 41.5, Trat-Khlong Yai Road. (Tel: 0 3951 1777, 08 1559 3646 Fax 0 3951 1777 Bangkok Tel: 0 2559 3247-8, 0 2559 3646 www.haadmookkaew.com), 30 rooms: 1,000-1,500 baht, bungalows: 1,200-3,500 baht, house: 4,500 baht
  • Hat Ban Chuen Resort (?????????? ???????) Km. 60, Trat-Khlong Yai Road (Tel: 08 9 938 3749), 8 room: 600 baht
  • Ratchakarun Thai Red Cross Centre (??????????????? ??????????????????) Km. 48.5, Trat-Khlong Yai Road (Tel: 0 3952 1621, 0 3952 1624, 0 3952 1838 Fax 0 3952 1621 www.redcross.or.th/khaolan), 33 rooms and 3 houses: 700-6,000 baht, tents: 80-220 baht, sleeping bag 90 baht
  • Amphoe Ko Chang

    Ko Chang (????????)

    Hat Sai Khao (??????????)
  • Ko Chang Lagoon Resort (????????????? ???????) 7/5 Mu 4 (Tel: 0 3953 2748, 0 3955 1021-2, 08 1836 1530 www.geocities/khochanglangoon), 84 rooms: 2,000-6,000 baht
  • '''Bungalow and Resort'''

  • Aleena Resort (??????? ???????) 9/10 Mu 4, (Tel: 0 3953 8122, 08 1863 0543, 08 1836 3398 Fax: 0 3953 8172 E-mail: alinaresort@hotmail.com), 35 rooms: 1,000-2,500 baht
  • Apple Bungalow (???????? ???????) 7/4 Mu 4, (Tel: 08 1863 3398), 21 bungalows: 150-500 baht
  • Arunee Resort (????? ???????) Mu 4, (Tel: 08 1219 3867), 18 rooms: 250-300 baht
  • Bamboo Bungalow (????? ???????) Mu 4, (Tel: 08 1757 7135, 08 1829 6721), 17 rooms: 150-500 baht
  • Banpu Ko Chang (??????????????) 9/11 Mu 4, (Tel: 0 3838 1675, 0 3838 2959, 0 3838 3236-8 Trat Office Tel: 0 3954 2355-6 Fax: 0 3954 2359 Bangkok Tel: 0 2580 3596, 0 2589 1177 Fax: 0 2588 4887 www.banpuresort.com), 30 rooms: 2,000-7,000 baht
  • Ban Sansabay Resort (??????????? ???????) 16/8 Mu 4 Tambon Ko Chang (Tel: 0 3955 1061-3, 08 1732 3564, 08 9191 2046) 6 house: 1,000-1,500 baht
  • Ban Thai (???????) 6/47 Tambon Ko Chang (Tel: 08 9236 5274) 11 rooms: 1,800-2,200 baht
  • Best Garden Resort (????? ???????? ???????) Mu 4, (Tel: 08 1374 0944, 08 1840 7892, 08 9922 7622 Fax: 0 3952 632), 18 rooms: 500-1,500 baht; 1 house: 5,000 baht
  • Chang Thong Resort (??????? ???????) 14/1 Mu 4, (Tel: 08 1823 0991), 11 rooms: 350-600 baht
  • Cookie Bungalow (??????????????) 36/2 Mu 4 (Tel: 08 1219 3859, 08 1861 4227), 27 rooms: 600-1,200 baht
  • Cookie Hotel and Bangalow (??????? ?????? ????? ???????) 76 (Tel: 08 1861 4227, 08 1863 5563), 33 rooms: 1,500-2,500 baht, 30 bungalows: 400-1,200 baht
  • Hat Ngen Resort (??????? ???????) 88-89 Mu 4 (Tel: 0 3950 1024, 08 1910 0121 Bangkok Tel: 0 2683 0918, 0 2683 0998 (www.had-ngen.com), 43 rooms: 1,500-6,000 baht, 1 house/10 person: 5,000 baht
  • Hat Sai Khao Island Beach (?????????? ???? ????? ???) (Tel: 08 1459 6263), 37 bungalows: 100-200 baht
  • Jinda Bangalow (????? ???????) Mu 4 (Tel: 08 1862 0854, 08 1862 0948), 17 bungalows: 200-500 baht
  • K.C. Grand Resort (?? ?? ?????? ???????) 1/1 Mu 4 (Tel: 08 1833 1010 Bangkok Tel: 0 2538 7200, 08 1917 2993 www.kcresortkhochang.com), 61 rooms: 200-800 baht
  • Ko Chang Grand View Resort (???????? ?????? ??? ???????) 9/3 Mu 4 (Tel: 08 1219 3859, 08 1836 4227), 27 rooms: 600-1,200 baht
  • Koh Chang Kacha Resort & Spa (???????? ??? ??????? ????? ???) 88-89 Mu 4 (Tel: 0 3955 1223, 08 7001 1558-9 www.kohchangkacha.com) 89 rooms: 1,600-5,000 baht (Driving-Snorkeling, Visiting Khlong Plu Waterfull Trekking, Mountain bike, Thai Massage, Spa)
  • Koh Sai Khao Resort (??????????? ???????) (Tel: 0 3954 6468, 0 3955 3068, 08 4778 8808 www.khonthaitalay.com) 55 rooms: package tour: 2-day/1-night 2,200 baht, 3-day/2-night 4,400 baht (Driving-Snorkeling, Fishing, Kayak, Squiding, Fierfly watching, Sightseeing tour, Windsurfing)
  • Mac Bungalow (???? ???????) 7/3 Mu 4, (Tel: 08 1864 6463), 20 rooms: 500-1,500 baht
  • Moon Light Resort (??????? ???????) Mu 4, (Tel: 08 1861 7672), 40 rooms: 200-2,000 baht
  • Para Resort (???? ???????) 13/4 Mu 4 (Tel: 08 1620 4411, 08 1261 3774, 08 9748 0480), 9 bungalows: 1,200-1,500 baht
  • Pha Suksan (??????????) Mu 4, 10 rooms: 200-300 baht
  • Plaloma Cliff Resort (??????? ???? ???????) 11/1 Mu 4, (Tel: 0 3955 1119-20, 08 1836 1305 Fax: 08 1945 5812 Laem Ngop Office Tel: 08 1782 1710 Bangkok Tel: 0 2628 7759, 08 1332 2683), 90 rooms: 1,250-2,100 baht
  • Rock Sand (???????) 6/1 Mu 4, 22 rooms: 200-300 baht
  • Sabai Bar Bungalow (???? ???? ???????) Mu 4, 9 rooms: 400-600 baht
  • Say Rung Ko Chang (Best garden Resort) (??????? ????????, ??? ???????? ???????) Mu 4, Hat Sai Khao Road, (Tel: 0 3955 1177-8, 08 1829 6721 E- mail: kochang-hotel.com) 8 rooms: 350-1,500 baht
  • Sirin Guesthouse (???????? ??????????) Mu 4, Hat Sai Thong, 7 rooms: 200-300 baht
  • Tantawan Bungalow (???????? ???????) 8/2 Mu 3, (Tel: 08 1308 7869), 12 rooms: 100-300 baht
  • Tantawan Resort (???????? ???????) Mu 4, (Tel: 08 1985 0559), 15 rooms: 200-500 baht
  • Three Houses Lodge (??? ????? ?????) Mu 4, Tambon Hat Tha Nam, 24 rooms: 150-250 baht
  • Tiger Hut Bungalow (?????????? ???????) Mu 4, (Tel: 08 1763 3710, 08 1983 9957), 10 rooms: 500 baht
  • Yakha Bungalow (?????? ???????) Mu 4, (Tel: 08 1219 3897), 12 rooms: 100-350 baht
  • White Sand Beach Resort (?????????? ???????) Mu 4, (Trat Office Tel: 08 1863 7737, 08 1863 8799 Fax: 08 9244 8958), 115 rooms: 200-2,400 baht
  • '''Guesthouse'''

  • Sea Sun Guesthouse (????? ??????????) Mu 4, (Tel: 08 1521 6822, 08 1863 4093) 17 rooms: 100-200 bath
  • Sirin Guesthouse (???????? ??????????) Mu 4, 7 rooms: 200-300 baht
  • Ao Khlong Phrao (?????????????)
  • Aana Resotr & Spa (????? ??????? ????? ???) 19/2 Mu 4 Baan Khlong Phrao Tambon kohchang (Tel: 0 3955 1139, 0 3955 1539 Bangkok Tel: 0 2582 2079 Fax: 0 2582 2080 www.aanaresort.com) 71 rooms: 3,700-7,500 baht , package Tour 3 day/2 night 4,900 baht (Driving-Snorkeling, Kayak, Fierfly watching watching, Thai Massage, Spa)
  • Kohchang Grand Cabana (???????? ?????? ???????) 38/4 Mu 4 Baan Mapkhangkhao Tambon kohchang, (Tel: 0 3955 1123, 0 3955 1284-6, 08 1762 1333 E-mail: info@grangcabana) 30 rooms: 2,500-4,000 baht, 10 bangalow 3,000 baht
  • Kohchang Resort and Spa (???????? ??????? ????? ???) 39 Mu 4 Tambon kohchang, (Tel: 0 3953 8055, 0 3953 8059, 01948 8177 Bangkok Tel: 0 2277 5256, 0 22776150 Fex: 0 2692 0094 www.kohchangresort-andspa.com) 72 rooms: 1,500-3,970 baht, package Tour 3 day/2 night 3,970 baht
  • Ramayana Kohchang Resort (???????? ???????? ???????) 19/9 Mu 4 Tambon kohchang, (Tel: 0 3955 1033 Fex: 0 3955 1034 www.ramayana-kohchang.com Bangkok Tel: 0 2261 6364 Fax: 0 2261 6367) 64 rooms; 1,500-2,500 baht
  • '''Bungalow and Resort'''

  • Arawan Bangalow (??????? ???????) 4 bungalows: 100-200 baht
  • Barali Beach Resort (????? ??? ??????? ????? ???) 77 Mu 4 Hat Khlong Phrao (Tel: 0 3955 1238-9, 0 3955 7238, 08 1878 8111 Bangkok Tel: 0 2253 4885-6, 0 2652 1803 www.baraliresort.com) 40 rooms: 8,000-14,000 baht (Driving-Snorkeling, Kayak, Thai Massage, Visiting Khlong Plu Waterfull)
  • Blue Lagoon Bungalow (???????? ???????) Mu 4, Hat Khlong Phrao, (Tel: 08 1940 0649, 08 1985 1132) 20 rooms: 350-800 baht
  • Boutique resort & Health Spa (????? ??????? ????? ????? ???) 17/5 Mu 4 Ban Khlong Phrao, Hat Khlong Phrao (Tel: 03955 1050, 08 1654 1206, 08 9938 6403 www.kohchangboutique.com), 11 roons: 1,000-2,000 baht
  • Chaichet Bungalow (???????? ???????) 17 Mu 4, Hat Khlong Phrao (Tel: 0 3955 1070, 08 1862 3430, 08 1864 4353, 08 1940 5988), 50 rooms: 200-1,500 baht
  • Chokdee Bungalow (????? ???????) 38 Mu 4, Hat Khlong Phrao (Tel: 08 1219 3814, 08 1910 9052), 45 rooms: 80-1,500 baht
  • Coconut Beach Resort (??????? ??? ???????) 17/2 Mu 4, Hat Khlong Phrao Laem Chai Chet (Tel: 0 3955 1272-3, 08 1861 2458, 08 1862 6495, 08 1949 3838 www.webseiten.thai.li/coconut), 69 rooms: 500-3,000 baht (Driving-Snorkeling, Kayak, Thai Massage, Fishing, Squiding, Fierfly watching)
  • Enjoy Resort (??????? ???????) Laem Chaiyachet (Tel: 08 9770 0277), 7 rooms: 400 baht
  • Erawan Bungalow (??????? ???????) 15 Mu 4, Hat Khlong Phrao, 4 Bungalows: 100-200 baht
  • Iyara Resort (????? ???????) 19/2 Mu 4, Tambon Ko Chang (Tel: 08 1982 8381, 08 9939 3856 Fax: 08 9939 6876 www.kho-chang.com), 8 bungalows: 3,000-20,000 baht
  • K.P. Bungalow (??.??.???????) Mu 4, Hat Khlong Phrao, (Tel: 08 1219 1225, 08 1782 0180, 08 1863 7262), 38 rooms: 250-2,500 baht
  • Khlong Phlu Hut (??????? ???) Hat Klong Phrao (Tel: 08 1861 7412, 08 1864 4669), 106 rooms: 200-500 baht
  • Khlong Phrao Resort (????????? ???????) 21/1 Mu 4, Hat Khlong Phrao Tambon Ko Chang (Tel: 0 3959 7106, 0 3959 7216, 08 1939 6916 Fax: 0 3959 7106 www.klongpraoresort.com),126 rooms: 1,600-4,000 baht, Tent: 200 baht, Package Tour 1,500-2,100 baht (Driving-Snorkeling, Kayak, Canoe, Thai Massage, Mountain bike, Throung mangrove forest)
  • Ko Chang Paradise Resort (???????? ???????? ???????) 39/4 Mu 4, Hat Khlong Phrao (Tel: 0 3953 1100-1, 0 3955 1212, 08 6100 8989, 08 9786 3232 www.kohchangparadise.com), 69 rooms: 3,500-4,500 baht (Driving-Snorkeling, Visiting Khlong Plu Waterfull, Kayak, Thai Massage, Spa)
  • Ko Chang Tropicana Resort and Spa (???????? ????????? ??????? ????? ???) 26/3 Mu 4, Tambon Ko Chang (Tel: 0 3955 1184-5 Bangkok Tel: 0 2642 4420, 0 2642 5497 www.kohchangtropucana.com) 74 rooms: 3,400-6,000 baht, Package Tour 3,900-4,900 baht
  • Laguna Ko Chang (??????? ????????) Mu 4, Tambon Ko Chang (Tel: 0 3951 1429, 08 1848 5052 Fax: 0 3951 1842), 40 rooms: 900 baht
  • Magic Bungalow (????? ???????) 34 Mu 4, Hat Khlong Phrao (Tel: 0 3953 8143, 0 3957 9242, 08 1836 2648), 40 bungalows: 250-4,500 baht
  • Panviman Ko Chang Resort (???????? ???????? ???????) 8/15 Hat Khlong Phrao (Tel: 0 3952 9510-31, 0 3955 1290-6 Fax: 0 3952 9514 Bangkok Tel: 0 2910 8660-4 next. 107-9 www.panviman.com), 50 rooms: 5,000-6,000 baht (Driving-Snorkeling, Thai Massage, Spa)
  • P.S.S. Bungalow (??.???.??? ???????) Mu 4 Hat Khlong Phrao, 24 rooms: 100 baht
  • Remark Cottage Resort and Restarantsu (??????? ?????? ??????? ????? ???????????) 36 Mu 4 Tambon Ko Chang (Tel: 08 1926 7714 Bangkok Tel: 0 2935 6018-9, 0 2935 6495-6 E-mail: remarkcottage@softhome.net) 10 rooms: 2,000 baht
  • Hat Kai Bae (?????????)

    '''Bungalow and Resort'''

  • Chang Park Resort & Spa (????????? ??????? ????? ???) 40/6 Mu 4 Tambon Ko Chang Tai (Tel: 0 3955 7100 Bangkok Tel: 0 2692 1020 www.changpark.co.th), 36 rooms: 2,500-4,000 baht, 60 bangkalow 2,500 baht, house 6,500 baht, family 13,000 baht
  • Coral Bungalow (????? ???????) 10/1 Mu 4 (Tel: 08 1219 3815, 08 1292 2562), 9 rooms: 600 baht
  • K.B. Bungalow (???? ???????) (Tel: 08 1862 8103), 16 rooms: 500-800 baht
  • Kai Bae Bar (?????? ????) 10 rooms: 200-300 baht
  • Kai Bae Beach (?????? ???) 10/5 Mu 4 Hat Kai Bae Road., (Tel: 08 1865 6039), 55 rooms: 250-1,500 baht
  • Kai Bae Hut (?????? ???) 10/3 Mu 4 (Tel: 08 1861 5698, 08 1862 8426), 25 rooms: 500-2,500 baht
  • Ko Chang Cliff Beach Resort (???????? ???? ??? ???????) 38/4 Mu 4 Baan Khlong Phrao Tambon Ko Chang (Tel: 0 3955 7033-5, 08 1868 1840, 08 1945 5827 Bangkok Tel: 0 2692 0122, 0 2692 0314 Fax: 0 2276 9629 www.kohchangcliffbeach.com), 33 rooms: 4,000-8,500 baht (Driving-Snorkeling, Kayak, Thai Massage)
  • Nang Nuan Bungalow (?????? ???????) 10/7 Mu 4, (Tel: 08 1295 1348, 08 6883 0242, 08 9934 3483), 30 rooms: 150-300 baht
  • Porn Bungalow (????? ????) Mu 4, 25 rooms: 150-300 baht
  • Sea View Resort & Spa Ko Chang (?? ??? ??????? ????? ??? ????????) 10/2 Mu 4 Tabmon Ko Chang (Tel: 0 3952 9022, 08 1830 7529 Fax: 0 3959 7143, 08 9833 8837 www.seaviewkohchamg.com) 70 rooms: 2,000-4,000 baht
  • Siam Bay Bungalow (???? ???? ???????) 35 Mu 4, (Tel: 08 1859 5529), 32 rooms: 300-800 baht
  • Siam Beach Bungalow (???? ??? ???????) 100 Mu 4, Tambon Ko Chang Tai (Tel: 08 9833 2640), 71 rooms: 300-500 baht
  • Laem Bai Lan (?????????)

    '''Bungalow and Resort'''

  • Ao Bai Lan Beach Resort (????????? ??? ???????) Laem Bai Lan (Tel: 08 1761 4582), 10 rooms: 150-200 baht
  • Bai Lan Resort (????? ???????) 6/1 Tambon Ko Chang Tai, 6 bungalows: 100 baht, Pitching a private tent reqires paying a fee for 50 baht per person/night
  • Happy Hut (?????? ???) Mu 4, Laem Bai Lan, 13 rooms: 150-250 baht
  • Jungle Hut Bungalow (???????? ??? ???????) Laem Bai Lan (Tel: 08 1282 2610, 08 1865 5805), 15 rooms: 100-600 baht
  • Ko Chang Leam Bai Lan Resort (???????? ????????? ???????) 5/1 Mu 1 Ban Bai Lan, Tambon Ko Chang Tai (Bangkok Tel: 0 2222 9999), 3 bungalows: 100-150 baht
  • =Ao Karang (?????????)

    '''Resort'''

  • Ko Chang Karang Bay View Resort (???????? ????? ???? ??? ???????) 7 Mu 3 Ban Chek Bae, Tambon Ko Chang Tai (Tel: 08 1358 9520 Bangkok Tel: 0 2222 9999 Fax: 0 2223 5444), 15 bungalows: 150-300 baht, package tour 2 day/ 1 night 1,800 baht, 3 day/ 2 night 2,800 baht
  • Ao Khlong Son (??????????)

    '''Bungalow and Resort'''

  • Aiyapura Resort & Spa (????????? ??????? ????? ???) 29 Mu 3 Ko Chang (Tel: 0 3952 1866-7, 0 3955 5111 Bangkok Office Tel: 0 2862 1611 www.aiyapura.com), 77 rooms: 6,000-26,000 baht (Driving-Snorkeling, Canoe, Kayak)
  • Fistar Resort (??????? ???????) 30/3 Mu 3 Tanbon Ko Chang Tai (Tel: 0 3955 5059) 10 rooms: 500-1,000 baht
  • Koh Chang Grand Orchid Resort & Spa (???????? ?????? ??????? ??????? ????? ???) 11/3 Mu 3 Ban Khlong Son (Tel: 0 3955 5050-1 www.kohchanggrandorchid.com) 51 room: 2,500-5,000 baht (Driving-Snorkeling, Kayak, Fierfly watching)
  • Manee Guest House (???? ??????????) 12/1 Mu 3, Ao Khlong Son (Tel: 08 1949 7585), 14 rooms and 3 bungalows: 80-200 baht
  • Mu Ko Chang National Park (Klong Son Area) ?????????????????????????? (????????????????????) For more information, call the National Pakr Wildlife Conservation Departnent at Bangkok Tel: 0 2562 7060 www.dnp.go.th , 9 rooms: 2-6 person 800-2,000 baht
  • Premwadee Resort (??????? ???????) Mu 3 Tambon Ko Chang Tai (Tel: 0 3959 7032, 08 1299 8982, 08 1761 6537) 18 bungalows: 2-30 person 500-7,000 baht, dormitory 30 person 6,000 baht
  • '''Guesthouse'''

  • Manee Guesthouse (???? ??????????) 12/1 Mu 3 Ao Khlong Son Road., (Tel: 08 1949 7585) 3 bangkalows: 14 rooms: 80-200 baht
  • Ao Sapparot (???????????)

    '''Resort'''

  • Ao Sapparot Camp and Resort (??????????? ?????? ????? ???????) Ao Sapparot, 3 rooms: 400-500 baht
  • Ban Dan Kao (????????????)
  • Ko Chang Cabana (???????????????) Ban Dan Kao, Contact Laem Ngop Office Tel: 0 3953 8196, 08 1552 4360 Bangkok Tel: 0 2692 0121, 08 1630 2844 Fax: 0 2692 0121), 54 rooms: 800-2,500 baht
  • Hat Salak Phet (???????????)

    '''Bungalow and Resort'''

  • Baan Mae Resort (??????? ???????) (Tel: 08 1782 6924, 08 7133 7100) 10 rooms: 600-1,500 baht
  • Judo Resort Koh Chang (????? ??????? ????????) 26/10 Mu 4 Tambon Ko Chang Tai (Tel: 08 6050 5544, 08 9925 4122 www.judokohchang.com) 7 bangalows: 900-1,500 baht, Tents 600 baht/night/ 3 person, package tour: 3-day/2-night 900-2,500 baht, 2-day/1-night 500-1,300 baht (Driving-Snorkeling)
  • Ko Chang Marina & Resort (???????? ??????? ????? ???????) 48/14 Mu 2 Ban Salak Phet Tambon Ko Chang Tai (Tel: 08 1644 9444, 08 1762 8082, 08 1782 6040 www.kohchangmarina.com) 15 bangalows: 1,300-1,980 baht (Driving-Snorkeling, Canoe, Fishing, Squiding)
  • Ploytalay Resort & Seafood (???????? ???????? ????? ??????) 9/6 Ban Jek Bae Tambon Ko Chang Tai (Tel: 08 1299 3398, 08 1822 5446, 08 19225191) 16 rooms: 600-3,500 baht
  • Rom Mai Chay Lay & Seafood (??????????? ??????? ????? ??????) 5/1 Mu 3 Ban Jek Bae Tambon Ko Chang Tai (Tel: 08 1865 7424, 08 1982 6813) 20 rooms: 300-600 baht, package tour: 2-day/1-night 1,100 baht
  • Salak Phetch Seafood & Resort (???????? ?????? ????? ???????) 43 Mu 2 Tambon Ko Chang Tai (Tel: 0 3955 3099-100, 08 1377 2809, 08 1429 9983 www.kohchangsalakphet.com), 19 rooms: 900-2,000 baht, package tour 3-day/2-night 3,400-3,600 baht, 2-day/1-night 1,800-1,900 baht (Driving-Snorkeling)
  • Sang Aroon Bungalow (??????? ???????) Hat Salak Phet (Tel: 0 3955 3131, 08 1650 2658), 14 rooms: 500-800 baht, package tour 2-day/1-night 1,200 baht, 3-day/2-night 2,400 baht
  • Suan Nga Chang Resort (????????? ???????) 26/2 Mu 3 Ban Jek Bae Tambon Ko Chang Tai (Tel: 08 9286 3596) 4 bangkalows: 1,000 baht, package tour 2-day/1-night 1,200 baht, 3-day/2-night 1,800 baht
  • '''Homestay'''

  • Phorn-Phon (??-??) Ban Salak Phetch 47 Mu 2 Tambon Ko Chang Tai, 6 rooms: 1,400 baht/ 4 person
  • Hat Bang Bao (??????????)

    '''Bungalow and Resort'''

  • Bang Bao Blue Wave Resort (??????? ?????? ???????) 47 Mu 1 Tambon Ko Chang Tai (Tel: 08 1451 5512), 51 rooms: 300-800 baht
  • Bang Bao Sea Hut (??????? ?????) Ko Chang Office 53 Tambon Bang Bao, Bang Bao Village (Tel: 08 1285 0570 Bangkok Tel: 0 2743 9046) 14 rooms: 2,000 baht (Driving-Snorkeling)
  • Ko Chang Boat Chalet (???????? ???? ??????) 58 Mu 1 Tambon Ko Chang Tai (Tel: 08 1200 1514 Bangkok Tel: 0 2618 7400-1 Fax: 0 2678 7403), 40 rooms: 2,500-9,000 baht
  • Ko Chang Grand Lagoona (???????? ?????? ???????) 58 Mu 1 Tambon Ko Chang Tai (Tel: 0 3952 9020, 0 3952 9200-1 Bangkok Tel: 0 2618 7200-9, 0 2618 7400-1 www.grandlagoona.com), 40 rooms: 2,500-12,000 baht
  • Nature Beach Resort (??????? ??? ???????) Mu 4 (Tel: 0 3951 1331, 08 1803 8933), 20 rooms: 250-450 baht
  • Paradisc Bang Bao (???????? ???????) 41 Mu 1 Tambon Ko Chang Tai (Tel: 08 9934 0844) 5 rooms: 150 baht
  • '''Guesthouse'''

  • Ocean Blue (???????????) Mu 1 Tambon Ko Chang Tai (Tel: 08 9934 8044) 5 rooms: 150 baht
  • '''Homestay'''

  • Choe ho Di Ban Chong Homestay (???????????? ????????) Bang Bao Village, Tambon Ko Chang Tai (Tel: 0 3950 1103, 08 9936 1848) 150-200 baht, package tour 2-day/1-night 1,600 baht, 3-day/2-night 2,900 baht, (Driving-Snorkeling, Squiding)
  • B. Phoem Phun Thap (?. ??????????????) 24/1 Mu 1 Bang Bao Village, Tambon Ko Chang Tai, (Tel: 08 1732 2798) 2,000 baht/ 20 person
  • Ko Ngam (????????)

    '''Resort'''

  • Ko Ngan Resort (???????? ???????) 999/44 Mu 1 Noen Ta Maew Road., Tambon Noen Ta Maew (Tel: 0 3952 3699), 36 rooms: 3,400-3,800 baht
  • Royal Paradisc Ko Ngam Resort, (Twin Island Beach) (????? ???????? ???????? ???????, ???? ???? ????? ???) 5/4 Mu 3, Tambon Ko Chang Tai, Tel: 0 3952 3699 Bangkok Tel: 0 2314 1474, 0 2314 2682 Fax: 0 2318 1474), 26 rooms: 1,800-3,800 baht, package tour 2-day/1-night 1,800-2,000 baht, 3-day/2-night 3,400-3,800 baht

    Ko Phrao (?????????)

  • Ko Sai Khao Resort (??????????? ???????) Contact Trat Office Tambon Bang Phra Tel: 0 3951 1429, 0 3951 1824, 08 1814 1588 Fax: 0 3951 1429), 70 rooms, package tour: 2-day/1-night 1,700 baht, 3-day/2-night 3,200 baht
  • Ko Wai (????????)

    '''Bungalow and Resort'''

    Note: Accommodation on Ko Wai is open from October to May. Advance booking is necessary.

  • Grand Ma Hut (?????? ?? ???) Mu 2 Tambon Ko Chang Tai (Tel: 08 1841 3011), 7 bungalows, 200-1,200 baht per person, tents 100 baht/per person, package tour: 3-day/2-night 2,500 baht
  • Ko Wai Pakarang Resort (???????? ??????? ???????) 344 Mu 2 Tambon Wang Krachae (Tel: 08 1945 4383, 08 1983 2098), 42 rooms: 300-500 baht, package tour: 2-day/1-night 1,200-1,600 baht, 3-day/2-night 2,200-3,200 baht
  • Ko Wai Paradise (???????? ????????) 9/5 Mu 6 Tambon Laem Ngop (Tel: 0 3959 7031, 08 1762 2548, 08 9672 8472 E-mail: kohwaiparadise@hotmail.com) 31 rooms: 200-600 baht
  • Ko Laoya (??????????)

    '''Resort'''

  • Lao Ya Paradise Island Resort (?????? ???????? ????????? ???????) Ko Lao Ya Nai, Trat Office Tel: 0 3951 2818, 0 3953 1838-40 Fax: 0 3951 2828 Bangkok Tel: 0 2260 2581-2, 08 1614 7608 E-mail: praves@clickta.com), 24 rooms: package tour: 2-day/1-night 1,800-2,000 baht, 3-day/2-night 3,400-3,800 baht (Driving-Snorkeling)
  • Ploi Tha-le (Salak Khok) (????????) Tel: 08 1822 5446, 08 1922 5191, 2 rooms: 300-1,000 baht
  • Ko Mai Si (??????????)

    '''Resort'''

  • Mai Si Resort (?????????? ???????) Ko Mai Si (Bangkok Tel: 0 2750 6873, 08 9980 5757), package tour: 2-day/1-night 4,000-4,500 baht, 3-day/2-night 4,500-5,000 baht
  • King Amphoe Ko Kut

    Ko Kut (???????)

  • Bai Kood Shambala Resort (????? ???????? ???????) Ao Klong chao (Tel: 0 3952 4193, 08 1835 4517, 08 7147 7055, 08 9543 3001 www.kohkood.com) 32 rooms: 1,100-5,000 baht, package tour: 3-day/2-night 4,500-6,500 baht (Driving-Snorkeling, Squiding, Fishing, Kayak)
  • Captain Hook Resort (????????? ???????) Khlong Yai Ki (Bangkok Tel: 0 2966 1800-2, 0 2966 1803, 08 1826 1188 Fax: 0 2966 1803 www.captainhookresort.com), 28 bungalows, package tour: 3-day/2-night 3,900-5,200 baht, package tent 3,000 baht (Driving-Snorkeling, Fishing, Kayak, Fierfly watching watching, Visiting Khlong Yai Ki)
  • Dusita Resort (?????? ???????) Ban Ngam-Kho Tam Bon Ko kood (Tel: 0 3952 9610, 08 1864 3315, 08 1949 0938) 10 bangalows: 700-1,000 baht, tent 2,500 baht, package tour: 3-day/2-night 3,000-4,200 baht, 2-day/1-night 2,500 baht
  • Hin Dad Resort (?????? ???????) 14 Mu 5 Tambon Thaphik, Trat-Klong Yai Road., (Tel: 0 3952 1359, 08 1782 3595, 08 1983 3617 www.hondadresort.com) 10 rooms: 800-1,500 baht/4 person, package tour: 3-day/2-night 4,000 baht
  • Khlong Chao Resort (???????? ???????) Mu 4 Hat Khlong Chao, Trat-Laem Ngop Road., (Tel: 0 3952 0318, 0 3952 0337, 08 1403 6174 Fax: 0 3952 0337 Bangkok Tel: 0 2245 8523, 0 2914 3335-7 E-mail: klongjao@hotmail.com), 17 bungalow: 3,300-3,800 baht, package tour: 3-day/2-night 2,000-4,200 baht (Close from June to September)
  • Khlong Hin Hut (??????? ???) Hat Khlong Hin (Tel: 0 3951 1661, 0 3953 0236, 08 1865 3909), 18 rooms, package tour: 3-day/2-night 3,000 baht, 2-day/1-night 2,900 baht
  • Ko Kut Ao Phrao Beach Resort (??????? ????????? ??? ???????) 45/37 Thesaban 5 Road., (Tel: 0 3952 5211-2, 08 1664 1544, 08 9115 5211 www.kokut.com), 38 bungalows: package tour: 2-day/1-night 3,000 baht, 3-day/2-night 4,700-5,800 baht (Driving-Snorkeling, Kayak, Trekking, Visiting Khlong Chao)
  • Ko Kut Coral Beach Resort (??????? ????? ??? ???????) Khlong Ta Tin Bay Tel: 0 3932 3201-10, 08 1761 6648, 08 6335 6279 www.kohkood-coralbeach.com) 99 rooms: package tour: 3-day/2-night 4,500 baht (Driving-Snorkeling, Squiding, Fishing, Kayak, Visiting Khlong Chao)
  • Ko Kut Fuan Lada House (??????? ????????? ?????) 42/5 Mu 2 Tambon Ko Kut, Ao Ngam Kho (Tel: 08 1105 1281, 08 7129 4357, 08 9936 0689) 10 rooms:, 500-700 baht, package tour: 2-day/1-night 2,800 baht, 3-day/2-night 3,200 baht
  • Ko Kut Resort (??????? ???????) Ao Yai Koet (Bangkok Office Tel: 0 2374 3004, 0 2375 6188 Fax: 0 2374 3004), 28 rooms:, package tour: 3-day/2-night 3,450-4,200 baht
  • Koh Kood Cabana Resort (??????? ??????? ???????) 26/3 Mu 2 Hat Taphao, (Tel: 0 3952 2955-6 Bangkok Tel: 0 2923 2645-6, 0 2923 2974, 0 2923 3375 www.kohkoodcabana.com), 60 bungalows, 3,500-6,000 baht, package tour: 3-day/2-night 4,200-4,500 baht, tent 3-day/2-night 2,800 baht (Driving-Snorkeling, Visiting Khlong Chao, Speedboat)
  • Ko Kood-Ngam Kho Resort (?????????????? ???????) (Tel: 08 1242 3314, 08 1864 9429, 08 7008 7907 E-mail: ngamkho@yahoo.com) 5 bangalows: 650baht/2-3 person, tent 200baht/2 person, package tour: 2-day/1-night 3,000 baht, 3-day/2-night 3,500 baht
  • Koh Kood Neverland Beach Resort (??????? ???????????? ??? ???????) 94 Tambon Bang Pra Ao Chak (Tel: 08 1456 5486, 08 9096 0028 Bangkok Tel: 0 2900 5454, 08 9041 0231, 08 9815 3007 www.neverlandresort.com) 10 rooms: Tents 15 bangkalows: 1,200 baht, package tour: 2-day/1-night 3,500 baht, 3-day/2-night 4,500 baht, tents 2-day/1-night 2,500 baht, 3-day/2-night 3,500 baht (Driving-Snorkeling, Visiting Khlong Chao, Kayak, Cycling)
  • Ko Kood Resort (??????? ???????) Ao Yai Koet (Bangkok Office Tel: 0 2374 3004, 0 2375 6188, 08 1430 5508 www.koodresort.com), 36 bungalows, package tour: 3-day 4,350-4,950 baht, 2-day 2,450-2,750 baht)
  • Ko Kood Sai Khao Resort (??????? ??????? ???????) Ao Ta Tin (Trat Office Tel: 0 3951 1429, 0 3951 1824, 08 1420 4452 Fax: 0 3951 1429), 60 rooms and 17 bungalows: 600-800 baht; 2-day package: 1,500 baht (Driving, Squiding)
  • Kood Laguna Resort (??????? ??????? ???????) Ao Ta Poi (Bangkok Tel: 0 2311 3656, 0 2311 3668, 0 2311 3670 www.koodlaguna.con), 29 rooms, and 20 tents: package tour: 3-day/2-night 3,200-7,500 baht
  • Kood Island Resort (??? ????????? ???????) Ao Yai Koet, 28 bungalows, 3,600-4,300 baht (Bangkok Tel: 0 2374 3004, 0 2375 6188, 08 1373 1516 www.koodresort.com) package tour: 3-day/2-night 3,600-4,300 baht
  • Peterpan Resort (?????????? ???????) Hat Khlong Chao, Ko Kut (Bangkok Tel: 0 2966 1800-2, 08 1826 1188 Fax: 0 2966 1703 www.captainhookresort.com), 11 bungalows, package tour: 3-day/2-night 3,800 baht, package tent 3,000 baht
  • S-Beach Resort (???-??? ???????) 42/1 Mu 2 Tambon Ko Kut Ao Ngam Kho (Tel: 08 1781 9499, 08 1949 6693 Fax: 0 3953 1726 www.s-beach.net) 28 rooms: package tour: 2-day/1-night 2,500-2,700 baht, 3-day/2-night 3,000-3,500 baht (Driving-Snorkeling, Fishing, Kayak, Visiting Khlong Chao)
  • Shantaa Koh Kood Resort (????? ??????? ???????) 25/2 Mu 1 Tambom Koh kood Ao Tapao (Tel: 08 1817 9648, 08 1826 4077 www.shantaakohkood.com) 10 bangalows: 4,500 baht, package tour: 2-day/1-night 4,900 baht, 3-day/2-night 6,950 baht (Driving-Snorkeling, Kayak, Visiting Khlong Chao, Cycling, Thai massage)
  • Sian Beach Resort (???? ??? ???????) 49/1 Mu 5 Ban Bang Bao (Tel: 08 1861 1928, 08 1945 5789 www.siambeachkohkood.com) 20 bangalows: 500-1,500 baht, package tour: 3-day/2-night 3,550-4,250 baht
  • The Beach Natural Resort (???? ??? ????????? ???????) 47 Mu 5 Ao Bang Bao (Tel: 08 1959 5858, 08 1990 0908 Bangkok Tel: 0 2214 2040-1, 0 2214 2149 www.thebeachkohkood.com) 35 bangalows: 1,000-3,800 baht, package tour: 2-day/1-night 2,350-2,800 baht, 3-day/2-night 3,800-4,500 baht, 4 day 3 night 4,800-5,500 baht (Driving-Snorkeling, Fishing Squiding, Kayak, Visiting Khlong Chao)
  • Ko Kham (???????)

    ''''''Bungalow and Resort

  • Ko Kham Resort (??????? ???????) 184 Mu 1 Tambon Khlong Yai (Tel: 0 3950 1144, 08 1212 1814, 08 1303 1229 www.kohkhamisland.com) 25 rooms: 300-1,800 baht (Close from May to September)
  • Ko Mak (????????)

    '''Bungalow and Resort'''

  • Ao Khao Resort (??????? ???????) 60 Mu 1 Tambon Ko Mak (Tel: 0 3950 1001, 08 1982 0610, 08 9099 7819 www.kohmak.com), 28 rooms: 200-950 baht
  • Ao Nid Over Sea Home (??????? ??????? ?? ???) 49 Mu 1 (Tel: 0 3950 1064, 0 3950 1084 E-mail: Tanin@kohmark.com) 12 rooms:, 1 bangalows 300-1,200 baht
  • Baan Koh Mak (????????????) 17/1 Mu 1 (Tel: 08 1802 5925, 08 1803 9311, 08 9895 7592 www.baam-koh-mak.com) 18 bangkalows: 700 baht
  • Holiday Beach Resort (???????? ??? ???????) 66 Mu 1 Tambon Ko Mak (Tel: 08 1255 7010, 08 1436 5917) 9 rooms: 150-500 baht
  • Ko Mak Buri Hut (???????????? ???) 88 Ao Baan Lang Mu 2 Ko Mak (Tel: 08 6972 4918, 08 9173 5559, 08 9888 8355), 25 room: 400-3,800 baht www.koohmakburihut.com) 2-day package: 4,200 baht, 3-day package: 5,900 baht, 4-day package: 6,200 baht
  • Ko Mak Cococape Resort (???????? ??????? ???????) 1/8-9 Mu 2 Ao Suan Yai, (Tel: 0 3950 1003, 08 1810 2679 Bangkok Tel: 0 2711 2058, 0 2711 3621-2 www.kohmakcococape.com, www.makisland.com), 25 rooms: 500-3,800 baht (Driving-Snorkeling Fishing Kayak Mountain bike)
  • Ko Mak Fantasia (???????? ?????????) Ko Mak (Tel: 08 1219 1220, 08 1219 3290, 08 9990 6333), 21 rooms: 120-700 baht (Close from May-September)
  • Ko Mak Guesthouse (???????? ??????????) 49 Mu 1, Ao Nit, Ko Mak (Bangkok Office Tel: 0 2444 2795), 7 rooms: 100-350 baht
  • Ko Mak Holiday Beach Resort (???????? ???????? ??? ???????) (Tel: 08 1325 4246, 08 1818 5943 Bangkok Tel: 0 2319 6714-5 www.kohmakholiday.com), 20 rooms: 600-1,000 baht, package tour: 2-day/1-night 2,000 baht, 3-day/2-night 4,000 baht
  • Ko Mak Resort and Cabana (???????? ??????? ????? ???????) 1 Mu 2, Tambon Ko Mak (Tel: 0 3952 2134 Bangkok Tel: 0 2319 6714-5 www.kohmarkresort.com), 30 bungalow: 550-2,500 baht, 1,700 baht, package tour: 3-day/2-night 3,200-4,200 baht, package tent 3-day/2-night 2,700 baht
  • Ko Mak Villa (???????? ??????) 1/10-11 Mu 2 Tambon Ko Mak (Tel: 08 1925 6591 www.kohmakvilla.com) 6 rooms: 1,000-1,300 baht (Driving)
  • Lazy Day Resort (????????? ???????) Ko Mak, (Tel: 08 90997819) 18 bungalows: 100-250 baht
  • Monkey Island Resort on Koh Mak (??????? ??????? ??????? ????????) Tambon Ko Mak (Tel: 08 1901 3287 Bangkok Tel: 0 2286 7983, 08 9501 6030 www.monkeyislandkohmak.com) 29 bangalows: 400-2,800 baht, package tour: 3-day/2-night 3,900-5,400 baht
  • Sunset Resort (??????? ???????) 60/2 Mu 1 Ko Mak (Tel: 08 1875 4517, 08 9213 8132, 08 9258 6009), 16 rooms: 150-650-850 baht
  • Sunshine Resort (???????? ???????) 60 Mu 1, Ao Nit, Ko Mak (Tel: 0 3950 1001, 08 1304 3503, 08 1305 6463), 9 rooms: 650 baht
  • T.K. Hut Bungalow (??.??.??? ???????) 63 Mu 1 Ko Mak (Tel: 0 3952 1133, 03952 1631 www.tk-hut.com), 21 bangalows: 150-600 baht
  • Ko Rayang Nok (?????????????)

    '''Resort'''

  • Rayang Resort (?????? ???????) 7 Mu 1 Tambon Ko Mak, King Amphoe Ko Kut (Tel: 08 1219 3289, 08 1436 5917, 08 1457 8519), 20 bungalows: 500-1,800 baht; package tour: 2-day/1-night 1,400 baht, 3-day/2-night 2,900 baht
  • Sam Ma Ren Resort (???????? ???????) Contact Ko Kood Cabana (Tel: 0 3952 2955-6 Bangkok Tel: 0 2887 7445)
  • Ko Kradat (??????????)

    '''Resort'''

  • Ko Kradad Resort (?????????? ???????) (Tel: 08 1432 8027 Bangkok Office Tel: 0 2368 2675, 0 2368 2634), 40 rooms: 1,800 baht, 2-day package tour: 2-day/1-night 1,800 baht, 3-day/2-night 3,400 baht
  • Eat

    Amphoe Mueang Trat

  • Bami Kiao Nong Bua (???????????? ???????) 121-123 Sukhumvit Road, Tambon Wang Krachae, (Tel: 0 3952 0817, 0 3952 1189, 08 1862 5588)
  • Ban Laem Sok Food Garden (???????? ???????????) 179 Mu 6, Tambon Ao Yai, (Tel: 0 3954 3358) (a la carte, Thai Food)
  • Di Nueng (???????) 26/1 Chai Mongkhon Road, Tambon Bang Pra (Tel: 0 3952 1315) (boiled rice)
  • Fueangfa (?????????) 1/1 Tha Ruea Chang Road, Tambon Wang Krachae, (Tel: 0 3951 2775, 0 3952 1377) (Thai- Chinese Food, Seafood)
  • Had Muk Kaew (??????????) at Km.41.5 Trat-Klong Yai Road., (Tel: 0 3951 1777, 01 559 1022) (Seafood)
  • Jiraporn Breakfast (??????????????) 36 Wichit Chanya Road, (Tel: 0 3951 1335) (Thai and European breakfast)
  • Khrua Dan Kao (????????????) 400/5 Mu 8 at the end of the Noen Ta Maeo-Tha Ruea Dan Kao (Tel: 0 3952 2955-6)
  • Khrua Laem Sork (???????????) 149 Mu 6 Tambom Ao Yai (Tel: 0 3954 3358 E-mail: banlaemsork@yahoo.com) (Sea food)
  • Khrua Isan-Nong Bua (?????????-???????) 32/2 Mu 2 Sukhumvit Road, Tambon Wang Krachae, (Tel: 0 3953 2259) (Thai-Isan Food)
  • Mahachai Seafood (?????? ??????) Trat-Laem Ngop Road
  • Nam Chok (?????) 3/1 Wiwatthana Road, Tambon Bang Pra (Tel: 0 3951 2389) (Thai Food, a la carte)
  • Nong Bua Food Garden (???????????????) 241 Mu 2, Sukhumvit Road, (Tel: 0 3951 2194, 0 3951 2753, 08 1782 6727) (a la carte)
  • Ratchani Bakery (????? ????????) 40/1 Chonlaprathan Road, Tambon Wang Krachae, (Tel: 0 3953 0719) (a la carte)
  • Rom Yen (???????) Trat-Khlong Yai Road, (Tel: 0 3951 1975)
  • Rabiang Mai (??????????) 60/1 Mu 5 Tambon Nong Samet, (Tel: 0 3953 1449) (Thai, Seafood)
  • Saeng Fa (??????????????) 157-159 Sukhumvit Road, Tambon Wang Krachae, (Tel: 0 3951 1222, 0 3952 3373-4) (Thai-Chainess Food, a la carte)
  • Suan Pu (?????) 199 Mu 1, Tambon Nong Khan Song, (Tel: 0 3951 2400, 0 3954 2355) (Thai, Seafood, a la carte)
  • Suki Kwang Tung (?????????????) 45/12-13 Thetsaban 5 Road, (Tel: 0 3953 2334) (Cantonese Suki)
  • Amphoe Laem Ngop

  • Kung Luang (????????) 133/2 Mu 1, Soi Sukhaphiban 2, (Tel: 0 3959 7025, 0 3959 7185) (Seafood)
  • Pok Kao (????????) 9/8 Mu 1, Tambon Laem Ngop
  • Rim Saphan (????????) 99/2 Mu 1, Sukhumvit Road, Tambon Laem Ngop, (Tel: 0 3959 7194, 08 1862 3514) (Seafood)
  • Rim Tha-le (???????) 199/9 Soi Krom Luang Chumphon, Tambon Laem Ngop, (Tel: 0 3959 7084, 08 1636 8137) (Seafood)
  • Ruean Tha-le (?????????) 148/2 Soi Sukhaphiban 2, (Tel: 0 3953 8211, 0 3959 7092) (Seafood)
  • Saeng Chan (?????????) 99/3 Mu 1, Tambon Laem Ngop, (Tel: 0 3959 7198?99, 0 3959 7299) (Seafood)
  • Amphoe Khao Saming

  • Khrua Rim Khao (??????????) 110/5 Mu 1, Tambon Saen Tung
  • Amphoe Bo Rai

  • Benchamat (???????) 131/1 Tambon Bo Phloi
  • Amphoe Khlong Yai

  • Amphan (??????) 134/2 Mu 3 Tambon Khlong Yai, (Tel: 0 3958 1045, 0 3953 4221)
  • Tha-Laepu Resort (?????? ?????) 57/3 Mu 5 Tambon Khlong Yai, (Tel. 0 3958 1720-2, 08 1902 3042 www.barntalaepuresort.com) (seafood)
  • Chai Tha-le (???????) 96 Trat-Khlong Yai Road, behind Shell Gas Station, (Tel: 0 3958 1575, 0 3958 1777, 08 1734 3932) (a la carte, seafood)
  • Nguan Seng 2 (???????? 2) Mu 2 Trat-Khlong Yai Road, Tambon Laem Klad (Tel: 0 3951 2833) (Seafood)
  • Pa Sang (??????) Sanambin Road, Tambon Khlong Yai
  • Phak Chai (?????????????) Sanambin Road, Tambon Khlong Yai
  • Rim Than Thong (?????????) Trat-Khlong Yai Road
  • Saeng Arun (???????) Saphan Pla Khlong Yai
  • Sut Daen Siam (??????????????????) Khlong Yai Post Office Intersection
  • Ko Chang

  • Baan Sapparot (???????????) Ao Sapparos (Tel: 08 1340 9389, 08 1570 4590) (Seafood)
  • Choe Pho Di Ban Chong Seafood (???????????? ??????) 8/2 Mu 1 Baan Bang Bao Ko Chang Tai (Tel: 0 3950 1103, 08 9936 1848, 08 9936 2321) (Seafood)
  • Dan Mai Seafood (???????? ??????) 19/1Mu 2 Ko Chang, (Tel: 0 3958 6098)
  • Ra Biang Bang Bao Seafood (?????????????? ??????) Bang Bao Village Ko Chang Tai (Tel: 08 1456 5346, 08 9521 9911) (Seafood)
  • Salak Phet Seafood and Resort (???????? ?????? ????? ???????) 43 Mu 2 Tambon Ko Chang Tai, (Tel: 0 3952 1751, 08 1650 8955, 08 1429 9938, 08 1444 9259) (Seafood, a la carte)
  • Som Bat-Ple Khun Kaew (??????-????? ???????) 43/3 Mu 2 Tambon Ko Chang (Tel: 08 1863 1328) (Seafood)
  • Car Rent

    Amphoe Mueang Trat

  • Suppharat (????????) Opposite to Choet Chai Tour, Sukhumvit Road, (Tel: 0 3931 2011, 0 3951 2236)
  • Amphoe Laem Ngop

  • Riz Tour (??? ?????) Laem Ngop, (Tel: 0 3959 7060)
  • Saeng Chan (?????????) Laem Ngop, (Tel: 0 3959 7097, 0 3959 7197-9)
  • Diving

  • Eco-Divers Ko Chang (??????????? ????????) Banpu Hotel, Hat Sai Khao, (Tel: 08 1863 7314, 08 1935 6953)
  • Ko Chang Resort (???????? ???????) 184 Mu 1, Bang Kradan Road, (Tel: 0 3953 8055, 0 3953 8059 Fax: 0 3953 8059)
  • Ko Mak Resort (???????? ???????) 1 Mu 2, Tambon Ko Mak, (Tel: 0 3959 7296, 08 1239 0679, 08 1862 9385 Fax: 0 3959 7269)
  • Krop Krueang Rueang Thiao (??????????????????????) 101/56 Mu 1, Tambon Laem Ngop, Amphoe Laem Ngop, (Tel: 0 3959 7172)
  • Sea View Resort (????? ???????) 98/1 Mu 1, Tambon Laem Ngop, Amphoe Laem Ngop, (Tel: 0 3959 7143)
  • Call

  • Trat Provincial Office Tel: 0 3951 1282
  • Bus Terminal Tel: 0 3951 1986
  • Police Station, Amphoe Mueang Tel: 0 3951 1239
  • Police Station, Amphoe Khlong Yai Tel: 0 3958 1115
  • Police Station, Amphoe Laem Ngop Tel: 0 3959 7033
  • Police Station, Ko Chang Tel: 0 3958 6191, 0 3958 6250
  • Tourist Police Tel: 1155, 0 3865 1669
  • Highway Police Tel: 1193, 0 3861 1203
  • Trat Hospital Tel: 0 3951 1040-1
  • Khlong Yai Hospital Tel: 0 3958 1044
  • Laem Ngop Hospital Tel: 0 3959 7040
  • Bangkok-Trat Hospital Tel: 03953 2735
  • Ko Chang Hospital Tel: 0 3958 6130
  • Ko Chang International Clinic Tel: 0 3955 1151-2
  • Laem Ngop Immigration Checkpoint Tel: 0 3959 7261
  • Khlong Yai Immigration Checkpoint Tel: 0 3958 8108
  • Ban Hat Lek Immigration Checkpoint Tel: 0 3958 8084
  • Meteorological Trat Station Tel: 0 3958 1276
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