'''Ko Chang National Park''' [http://www.dnp.go.th/parkreserve/asp/style2/default.asp?npid=211&lg=2] is in Trat Province, Eastern Thailand.

Understand

Created in 1982, the Mu Ko Chang National Park consists of 47 islands, Ko Chang being the largest and best known. The park covers 192 square kilometres of land and 458 square kilometres of water, and extends to approximately 45 kilometres in length (north to south) and 32 kilometres in width (east to west). The 12. Degree line of latitude runs almost exactly horizontal through the centre of the park.

As a national park, development is slowed somewhat, but tourism seems to be picking up and the Forestry Department of Thailand has the ultimate word about what will happen to the area.

Get in

Fees/Permits

There is no entry fee to Ko Chang island. There is a coastal road that runs around 95% of the island and serves the hotels and beaches. Inland from the road, is national park, and where entry is permitted, there is a national park entry fee. 40bt for Thais and 200bt for foreigners.

Get around

  • . ==See==

    Do

    '''Walk with a Ranger''' from the Than Mayom Waterfall to the Khlong-Plu Waterfall. The tour takes 8-10 hours and costs 500 baht per person.

    [http://www.iamkohchang.com/Activities/tan-trekking.htm '''Treck in the jungle'''] with Tan which been taking guided treks for over 10 years/ Speaks very good english

    [http://www.baanzen.com/thaicookingschool.htm '''Learn Thai cooking''']

    '''Discover''' or '''Practice''' [http://www.baanzen.com/bureau/webbaanzen/index_fichiers/Yoga.htm Yoga] , [http://www.baanzen.com/bureau/webbaanzen/index_fichiers/reiki.htm Reiki] or [http://www.baanzen.com/Bureau/webbaanzen/index_fichiers/meditation.htm Meditation]

    '''Get your Hands on''' [http://www.baanzen.com/Bureau/webbaanzen/index_fichiers/bamboomassages.htm Bamboo Massage] or [http://www.baanzen.com/Bureau/webbaanzen/index_fichiers/yingYangmassages.htm Ying Yang Massage]

    '''Enjoy''' _grope and harness_h [http://www.treetopadventurepark.com '''tree climbing''' ] and share the fun activities and amazing views from the top of the trees

    Buy

    Eat

    '''White Sand'''

    '''Klong Prao'''

    ''Kati Culinary'' school & restaurant ( Ning ) Family Thai recipes : Great outdoor deck . Located near Tropicana Hotel entrance and Sima Massage Tel : 08 8 19 03 04 08

    '''''Sala Lounge''''' Nui , previously manger of Ton Sai restaurant in White sand just open( Novembe 2008 ) this relaxing place Succulent Thai dishes. Tel: 08 98 95 72 29

    '''''Yummy Hut'''''

    '''Kae bay'''

    '''''Kharma Restaurant''''' Thai , Swedish , Mexican Food and vegetarian dishes / located near 7/11 ; An "easy going" place Tel : 08 16 63 32 86

    '''Lonely Beach'''

    '''Bang Bao'''

    '''''Bang Bao lounge'''''

    Drink

    Sleep

    Overnight camping is possible. 2-person tents cost 150 baht and 8-person tents cost 400 baht. You can also camp in your own tent for 20 baht/person.

    If you want to spend one night in the jungle, it can be arranged at a fee of 700 baht.

  • '''Aiyapura Resort & Spa''' [http://www.aiyapura.com] Beautiful Thai Villas and suites surrounded by greenery tropical garden with ocean view. Breathtaking panorama view from Klong San Bay. Rates from 4,000 baht.
  • '''Siam Bay Resort Koh Chang''' [http://www.siambayresort.in.th/] Stay in Luxury bungalows right on the beach, or enjoy the spacious family bungalows with a Sea View. Rates from 600-3500 baht.
  • '''Four Star Hotel & Resort'''
  • '''the Koh Mak Retreat''' [http://www.kohmakretreat.com/] Opening in December of 2008. An exclusive Jungle hideaway with Jacuzzi Villas and Tropical Garden Villas, all with an magnificent Sea View. Rates from 5900 baht
  • Stay Safe

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