Koh Chang

About this place

Koh Chang sits in the Gulf of Thailand near the Cambodian border, part of a marine national park that includes 52 islands. Unlike the southern islands, Koh Chang has retained a rougher, more authentic edge — the interior is mountainous and heavily forested, with several waterfalls accessible by hiking trail. White Sand Beach and Lonely Beach anchor the tourist scene, while Salak Phet and Bang Bao remain fishing villages. The island is popular with budget travelers and families looking for an alternative to the Andaman coast.