Why is Koh Chang called Koh Chang?
Welcome to Koh Chang! Koh Chang, which means ‘Elephant Island’ is named after it’s elephant head shape. The island is part of the protected ‘Mu Koh Chang National Marine Park’.
Where is Elephant Island in Thailand?
Ko Chang island
Ko Chang island, known also as ‘Elephant Island’ named because of its elephant shaped headland, is Thailand’s third largest island after Phuket and Samui. It is located around 300 kilometres east of Bangkok in Trat Province, in the Gulf of Thailand near the Cambodian border.
What islands are in the east coast of Thailand?
9 of the best islands to visit on Thailand’s east coast
- Ko Chang. Ko Chang is the biggest and best-known island on the East Coast.
- Ko Kood. Ko Kood (also known as Ko Kut) is smaller than Ko Chang, but still enjoys the similar inviting beaches and lovely scenery.
- Ko Larn.
- Ko Mak.
- Ko Samae San.
- Ko Samet.
- Ko Si Chang.
- Ko Wai.
Is Koh Chang red zone?
And zero cases of coronavirus were reported on Koh Chang. So, during January 2021, was listed as a high risk ‘red zone’. That also shows how seriously even a small number of infections are taken here, compared to most Western countries.
Is Koh Chang still open?
Is Koh Chang Open for Tourists? Yes, it is. It is possible for domestic tourists to come to the island. The only restriction is that visitors must have either proof of vaccination or a negative PCR coronavirus test, issued within the previous 72 hours.
How many elephants are in Koh Chang?
8 elephants
The camp is supported by the Asian Elephant Foundation who endeavour to maintain the Asian elephant population which has dwindled alarmingly in mainland Thailand in recent years. There are about 8 elephants at the camp; some of them were performing animals before arriving in Koh Chang; the others were working animals.
Can you get a ferry from Pattaya to Koh Chang?
The best and fast way how to get from Pattaya to Koh Chang is to travel by van and ferry/boat via Thammachat pier. Travel by van from Pattaya to Ao Thammachat pier takes about 3-4 hours and travel by ferry from Ao Thammachat pier to Koh Chang pier takes about 30 minutes. Join tickets cost about $26-30/pp.
How many rooms are there in Koh Sichang?
There are about thirty accommodation in Koh Sichang, whether hotels, guesthouses or even homestays. The island is especially popular by Thais on weekends and holidays, mainly coming from Bangkok. Prices are often more high these days, and free rooms less numerous.
How to get to Koh Sichang from Si Racha?
To get to Koh Sichang, take the boat from Si Racha on pier on Koh Loi island. There is a departure every 2 hours on weekdays and hourly on weekends and holidays between 8am and 6pm. Sometimes the weekends when the crowd is more important, the boats leave as soon as they are full.
How to get around Koh Sichang by Scooter?
To get around in Koh Sichang, the most convenient is to rent a scooter. Renters will wait for you when you arrive from the land at the pier (around 200 THB per day). But watch out your fuel consumption and locate exactly where the few petrol stations are located.
When is the best time to go to Koh Sichang?
There are three seasons in Pattaya : a warm and dry season (December to February), the best time, a hot and humid season (March and April) and a warm and rainy season (May to November). The best months to come to Koh Sichang are from November to April and especially from December to February.