Where to go and What to do Kho Chang Part 2

  The Shrine of Chao Po Koh 

ChangLeading up a steep road on the west coast to Ao Sapparos, not too far from the pier, you will see the shrine of Chao Po (literally the Deity of Koh Chang)  and Chao Mae Koh Chang on the right. This is a highly revered shrine especially for local people. Fishermen struck by monsoon or lost their directions in the sea put their faith on Chao Po Koh Chang.

       Legend has it that many prayers have been answered, and the locals have been praying to Chao Po Koh Chang concerning various hardships, from low yield harvests to sickness or other miseries.

 

Mu Koh Chang National Park

 

 

Measuring 192 square kilometers by 458 square kilometers of surrounding ocean, respectively, Koh Kood and Koh Maak are the two biggest of 52 collective of islands comprising Mu Koh Chang National Park. Less urbanised than their neighbor Koh Chang, the islands are well priced and offer great dining and resting opportunities with everything from camp sites to luxury boutique resorts available.

  Easily reached by chartered boat or kayaks, visitors can choose between making their own way or going as part of an arranged tour.

Koh Chang Waterfalls

Koh Chang's mountainous terrain has created some spectacular waterfalls for you to enjoy. If you're visiting this remarkable island, you definitely don't want to miss out on viewing some of its amazing waterfalls.

In these areas you will find some good hiking treks and trails for those of you that want to have closer contact with the nature on Koh Chang. The Best time for hiking is in the mornings, when the sun is rising and shining onto the lush rain forest and the heat of the day is not to intense.

Koh Chang Monkey School

A popular attraction with animal lovers, Koh Chang Monkey School can be found just a short walk for White Sand Beach, near a whole host of cheap Koh Chang hotels. The talented monkeys here are taught to pick coconuts and fruit from trees at the Koh Chang Monkey School, while displays of the monkey’s many talents are held three times a day in order to amuse and delight adoring audiences.