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Koh Chang National Park: A Jewel in the Gulf of Thailand

Koh Chang National Park, often referred to simply as Koh Chang, is situated within the boundaries of Trat province. This archipelago, comprised of over 52 islands, resembles a herd of elephants walking in a line, hence the name "Koh Chang," which translates to "Elephant Island." Koh Chang boasts the distinction of being the largest island in the Gulf of Thailand and the second largest island in Thailand, surpassed only by Phuket.

Discussing #KohChang, activities for adventurous travelers often involve snorkeling or diving to observe coral reefs, both in shallow and deep waters. However, for those seeking relaxation and a peaceful retreat, Koh Chang offers numerous secluded beaches with minimal crowds. While Koh Chang is a year-round destination, the most stunning seascapes occur during the summer season due to the absence of monsoons. However, this budget-conscious traveler decided to explore Koh Chang during the rainy season, a time of tranquility, significantly reduced accommodation costs, and the transformation of public beaches into private havens.

We traveled by private car, taking a ferry to Koh Chang at the Ferry Pier or Ao Thammachat Pier: The fare is 80 baht/trip. If you bring a car, the price is 120 baht/car (excluding people). You cannot buy a return trip in advance. Service is available from 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. During the festival, the service is available until the car is full. Departures every 30 minutes.

While waiting for the boat to depart from the pier, there are shops and restaurants where we can refuel before boarding.

The journey from Ao Thammachat Pier to Koh Chang takes approximately 20-30 minutes, arriving at Ao Sapparot Pier.

Due to the mountainous terrain, the roads on the island are quite steep and have many sharp bends, requiring extra caution.

This trip, we stayed at #CoconutBeachResort, a beachfront resort in Klong Prao. The resort stands out with its unique blend of Thai and Balinese architecture. It offers convenient services and amenities, as well as a lush tropical garden atmosphere. There are also small and large meeting rooms with a capacity of 40-250 people.

Let's take a look at our accommodation, a Superior Bungalow room located right on the beachfront. The room is spacious and clean. We booked it through Agoda for 2,000 baht with breakfast included, which is 50% cheaper than during the high season. This is one of the main advantages of traveling during the low season.

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The room is fully equipped with amenities, including a TV, refrigerator, hairdryer, safe, electric kettle, tea, and coffee.

The bathroom features a bathtub for soaking, as well as all necessary amenities.

The front of the room also has a balcony where you can sit and enjoy the sea breeze.

However, if you come to the sea but don't like sitting on the beach or don't like the hot weather, you can sit in an air-conditioned room and enjoy the sea view.

The resort boasts two swimming pools, so let's change into our swimsuits and take a dip!

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The resort's restaurant is located right on the beach, offering a romantic ambiance for couples.

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The new day began with a walk along the peaceful beach, enjoying the fresh sea breeze. This is another advantage of traveling during the low season. The once bustling beach, crowded with tourists, has now become a private haven.

Round trip, we boarded the boat at the Center Point Ferry Pier: This pier has been in operation for longer than the Ao Thammachat Pier. The journey to the island takes approximately 30-45 minutes. Disembark at Ban Dan Kao Pier on Koh Chang. The fare is 80 baht. Round-trip tickets are available for 160 baht. Cars can be loaded onto the boat for 120 baht each way or 200 baht for a round trip. The service operates from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM, departing every half hour.

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