Boriwaen Yutthanavee | Ban Salak Petch | Bang Bao Fishing Village | Haad Sai Khao
Klong Plu Waterfal | Koh Laoya | San Chao Po Koh Chang

Boriwaen Yutthanavee (Naval Battle Ground)

The Naval Battle Ground is a historical site where the French and Thai naval forces fought during the height of the French colonization of Indochina. The battle of 17 January 1921 is remembered. During the battle the Royal Thai Navy’s ship, Thonburi, was sunken. The Royal Thai Navy and the people of Trat province hold memorial services from the 17th to 21st of January annually by floating garlands onto the sea in honour of those who perished during the battle. The site is located near Ao Salak Petch. The wreck is now a popular dive site.

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Ban Salak Petch - Ban Long Than

These are the 2 biggest community on Koh Chang. They are situated south of the island around Ao Salak Petch (Salak Petch Bay) which is the largest bay on Koh Chang.

The villagers are mostly fishermen. Ao Salak Petch is an ideal shelter for fishing boats. There are many piers that serve fishing boats as well as boats to neighbouring islands and Laem Ngob.

Ban Long Than on the west of the bay is the main residence of the community. A monastery known as Atulapornbanpot Monastery and the Salak Petch Temple are the focal points of religious affairs.Salak Petch is a genuine fishing village worthwhile of a visit. It represents the local way of life. Bungalows, food and drink stalls are found scattered around. Visitors rarely miss the Salak Petch Seafood & Resort which is popular for its fresh seafood. At present the roads are unpaved.

A project to link the roads around the island has been approved and soon Koh Chang will have a proper road-link around the island.

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Bang Bao Fishing Village

The Bang Bao Bay has been a sanctuary for fishing boats seeking shelter from the monsoon for over a century. It has lately become a resort and recreation area with bungalows built on selected scenic sites, fine seafood restaurants that guarantee fresh daily catches and local shops of souvenirs.

There are some small resort bungalows in Bang Bao. Facing the sea, in front of the village houses, turn right and you will come across some small bungalow establishments followed by the 50-unit Bang Bao Cliff Cottages. Thatched-roofed bungalows are set on a cliff in terraces that descend to the shore. Clear waters and rocks here are enchanting and you can enjoy fresh seafood with a fascinating sea view.

Popular activities include swimming, snorkeling, fishing and lazing around!

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Haad Sai Khao (White Sand Beach)

As the name implies, this is a long beach of powdery white sand. The beach slopes gently into the sea and is very wide during low tide attracting hordes of visitors, especially in the evening, when it transforms into a playground. Regular football and volleyball games are played as the sun sets right off its shore. At night the Koh Chang Lagoon Resort, Best Garden Resort, Ban Pu Koh Chang and some other resorts serve dinner alfresco with sumptuous barbecue on the beach. There are many bungalow resorts of reasonable prices here. The main road runs pass all the resorts, shops, restaurants, pubs and coconut groves.

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Klong Plu Waterfall

Klong Plu Waterfall is one of the best known and most popular waterfalls due to its close proximity from the favoured beaches of Klong Prao and Kai Bae. Heading 3 kms southward from Klong Prao to Kai Bae along the main road you will reach the Klong Plu Waterfall signboard on your left. Follow the sign for 2 kms until you reach the entrance where you will find some food and souvenir vendors as well as restrooms. The 20 minutes, 400 meters hike along the stream to the waterfall is a fascinating experience. On the way are countless species of vegetation, birds and giant trees.

Klong Plu Waterfall is a large fall of 3 levels. It has been an important water source to the Koh Chang dwellers for a long time. Klong Plu derived its name from the Phu Pha Mek Sawan Mountain where King Chulalongkorn The Great(Rama V) used to rest. Most visitors stay at the first level only as the 10-meter fall here is already a breathtaking sight. Besides, it is too slippery and far to reach the next two levels. To do so, guidance from the Park's office should be requested.Swimming and camping are also allowed here.

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Koh Laoya

Situated further south of Koh Sai Khao is a group of 3 small islands called Koh Laoya Nai, Koh Laoya Klang and Koh Laoya Nok. They are famous for their long white sandy beaches, sparkling clear seawaters, green forests and an amazingly beautiful coral settlement beneath the shallow, clear seawaters, particularly at Laoya Klang. A wooden bridge links the islands of Koh Laoya Klang to Koh Laoya Nai. Here, you will find the water beneath the bridge surprisingly transparent. There is only one resort here called Laoya Resort which accept only full board packages.

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San Chao Po & Chao Mae Koh Chang

On arrival at Ao Sapparos and while on the way up a steep road leading to the west coast, not too far from the pier, you will see the shrine of Chao Po & Chao Mae Koh Chang on the right. This is a highly revered shrine for both the locals and visitors.

CHAO PO KOH CHANG (literally Godfather of Koh Chang) has been a saviour to the Khon Kard (the original name of Trat people) for generations. In the past, when seafaring depends solely on sails with no support or help from the state, fishermen who often find themselves facing a strong monsoon, in desperation, and lost, seek faith and guidance from Chao Po Koh Chang.

Amazing stories of answered prayers spread and Khon Kard had since been loyally praying to Chao Po Koh Chang when encountering low yield from their harvest, sickness or other miseries. Those on the mainland will pray with joss sticks in the direction of the shrine.

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