Elephant Island Discovery
Koh Chang → Koh Mak → Koh Kood
Trip Overview
Explore Thailand's second-largest island and its lesser-known neighbors in the eastern Gulf, offering jungles, waterfalls, and pristine beaches.
Highlights
Regions Covered
Estimated Costs
*Estimates per person, excluding international flights
Best Season
November - May
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
6 Days
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Journey to Koh Chang
Koh Chang
Morning
Fly to Trat or drive from Bangkok (5 hrs)
Afternoon
Ferry to Koh Chang, check in
Evening
White Sand Beach sunset
Koh Chang Waterfalls
Koh Chang
Morning
Klong Plu Waterfall hike
Afternoon
Kai Bae Beach, kayaking
Evening
Night market at White Sand
Island Exploration
Koh Chang
Morning
Rent scooter, explore southern beaches
Afternoon
Bang Bao fishing village
Evening
Firefly night tour
Koh Mak Paradise
Koh Mak
Morning
Speedboat to Koh Mak
Afternoon
Cycle around the island
Evening
Beach BBQ under the stars
Koh Kood Day Trip
Koh Kood
Morning
Boat to Koh Kood
Afternoon
Klong Chao Waterfall, snorkeling
Evening
Return to Koh Mak
Departure
Return
Morning
Final beach time
Afternoon
Ferry back, transfer to Trat
Evening
Depart
Packing Tips
- Hiking shoes
- Insect repellent
- Flashlight for firefly tour
- Cash - limited ATMs on smaller islands
- Waterproof bag
Pro Tips
- Koh Chang is less touristy than southern islands
- Koh Kood is worth the extra effort
- Rent a scooter on Koh Chang - the island is big
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