About Mu Ko Chang National Park

Mu Ko Chang National Park is a marine park of 650 square kilometers (250 sq mi), made up of 52 archipelago islands. The largest, Ko Chang, from which it gets its name, covers almost half the entire area. The park because the 45th national park in Thailand in 1982 and is an IUCN Category II protected area.

Ko Chang is composed of forests, rivers, waterfalls, mountains, and rocky cliffs. Eight little villages are found on Ko Chang, the only real population on any of the islands. You could spend an entire vacation in Mu Ko Chang National Park. Hike on Khao Salak Phet, the highest mountain, go snorkeling to see the sharks and turtle, or stretch out on a blanket and catch some sun at Ko Wai, Kai Bae or Lonely Beach.

Join the barking deer, elephants, and macaque monkeys in this paradise on earth. It’s a lush green jungle in the Gulf of Thailand.

 

Must See

  • Jungle-covered Mountain Peaks
  • Bays
  • Waterfalls
  • Coral Reefs
  • Beach Huts
  • Luxury resorts
  • Khao Salak Phet
  • Klong Neung Waterfall

How to reach

By ferry:

Take a minivan from Trat Bus Station to Ao Thammachat Pier. This covers a distance of 31.4 km in 26 minutes. The price is not fixed and will have to be negotiated. Then take the car ferry from Ao Thammachat Pier to Ko Chang. It is a journey of 5.6 km that is covered in 38 minutes and costs 100 THB. You shall have to take a taxi from Ko Chang to Mu Ko Chang National Park. In 32 minutes, it takes you 26.8 km and costs between 350 to 420 THB one-way.

Tips

  • If you happen to be around for the Songkran celebrations don’t be surprised to find water being thrown at you, this is all part of the ‘Songkran’ celebrations and also a great way to cool down in the scorching heat.
  • Be sure to keep your camera, phone, and passport in a waterproof bag, since you'll be around the sea a lot.
  • From March to April, the high humidity can get uncomfortable. Try to avoid traveling here during this time.
  • If you’re wanting to escape the tourists and have more of a peaceful experience on Koh Chang, then head to the eastern side of the island.
  • Make sure you bring sunscreen as the sun can be harsh in Thailand, almost all year round.
  • Carry plenty of water to stay hydrated.

Visit Time

Sunday:           Open 24 hours

Monday:          Open 24 hours

Tuesday:         Open 24 hours

Wednesday:    Open 24 hours

Thursday:        Open 24 hours

Friday:             Open 24 hours

Saturday:         Open 24 hours

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Waiting Time

No waiting time.

 

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Entrance Fee

No

 

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Time you can spend

12 to 24 hours

 

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Weather

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