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Ko Chang waterfall islandKo Chang lies in the southeast of Thailand near the Cambodian border. It forms the heart of an awe-inspiring archipelago which remains relatively undiscovered by tourists. During this module, you will see two idyllic islands- Ko Chang and Ko Mak. Ko Chang is a mountainous wilderness overgrown with lush forests, and its highest point reaches 744m. On the island you can take some challenging hikes that climb alongside waterfalls, or view the emerald wilderness atop an elephant. Of course, you don't have to do anything at all. You can simply laze in a hammock on one of the beautiful beaches, with a cocktail and a good book. You will find excellent snorkelling and diving on both islands. You'll day trip to Ko Mak, an untouched island paradise far from the masses, where you can daydream on palm-fringed white beaches. This is an ideal module to round off your Thailand trip, as Ko Chang is only a 5 hours from Bangkok by road. |
| Duration | 4 days / 3 nights Departs daily from Trat (between October and April) | Accommodation | 3 nights in beach bungalow resort with swimming pool. Comfort level 3 (see accommodation) |
| Price | From £170 per person - based on two people (high season surcharges may apply) | Includes | Return ferry transport between Ko Chang and Koh Mak. Accommodation with breakfast |
| Travel | Ferry | Excludes | Ferry from Trat to Ko Chang (approx £2) Other meals, drinks, entry fees and excursions |
Day 1: Arrival on Ko ChangThe town of Trat can be reached easily by a direct bus from the centre of Bangkok. It's also possible to fly here from the capital. From Trat you can take a songthaew (pickup truck taxi) to the pier at Laem Ngob for the ferry to Ko Chang. This ferry runs all day, leaving about once an hour, and the crossing takes only half an hour. When you arrive, you'll take another songthaew to your accommodation. This is extremely easy to arrange yourself and the 20 minute journey will cost just £1-2. After you have settled in to your delightful thatched bungalow in its lush green garden, you can take a dip in the azure waters. The resort stands on its own small private beach to the east of the island. From the swimming pool or the deck of your bungalow, you can listen to the gentle lapping of the waves and the calls of tropical birds. |
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Day 2: Ko ChangKo Chang is the second largest island in Thailand, so there's plenty of ground to explore. To see the island from an interesting perspective, you can plod through rubber plantations and tropical gardens on the back of an elephant (£7-15). You can go deep into the jungle atop your new friend, where the elephants will wash in a natural pool- a refreshing moment for both of you. There are also a variety of small local travel agencies that organise snorkel and boat trips in the archipelago. You can take hikes through the island wilderness in search of waterfalls, for which the island is famous. If you're feeling energetic, you can even climb to the top of the highest mountain. We can highly recommend a visit to the Treetop Adventure Park, if you're looking for some fun. Here, you will traverse the forest canopy on ropes and then swing back down to earth like monkeys. Or, of course, you can choose to relax on the sandy beach with a good book. It's entirely up to you. |
Day 3: Ko Chang - Ko MakThis morning, you'll be collected from your resort and taken to Ban Bang Bao Pier on the south side of the island. From here you'll catch a boat to Ko Mak. The boat trip takes about two hours. Ko Mak is far quieter than Phuket, Ko Samui, and Ko Chang - a real island escape. It is the ultimate destination for doing absolutely nothing. Bliss. Lounge in a hammock for the day, swim in the sparkling sea, sip on fruity cocktails and feel the sand between your toes. Have lunch at one of the many little restaurants, they all offer a wide range of meals, with freshly caught seafood their speciality. You can also snorkel around the unspoiled coral gardens (gear available for hire), or just stretch out on the bleached sandy beach. At low tide, it's possible to walk across to the nearby island of Ko Kham, which has beautiful coral reefs and coconut palms. After a busy day, you'll return to your hotel on Ko Chang, and maybe choose to unwind with a Thai massage, or book a table at the restaurant on the beach. At dusk they'll fire up the barbecue, and you can sit on the candlelit beach, cold beer or tropical drink in hand, and try all kinds of tasty treats as you listen to the lapping of the waves. |
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Day 4: Ko Chang - DepartureDepending on the time of your onward bus or flight, you can arrange your own taxi to the ferry pier for the crossing back to the mainland. |
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