Besides a wonderful beaches, one more activity at Koh Chang; the tropical island, where still a paradise is a natural tropical forest included water falls. There are ..(no.) water falls, …., ….and …. where the traveler can enjoy with another side of Koh Chang.
This is the most famous waterfall in Koh Chang. It is located near the Than Mayom Pier with its entrance just behind the Koh Chang Marine National Park office on the east of the island. An approximately 400 meters walk along a paved concrete route, passing through a durian orchard will lead you to the waterfall.
Than Mayom is a four-level medium-sized waterfall set in fertile virgin rainforest that flows all the year round forming a large pool at its front. Visitors usually stay at the first three levels as the fourth level is quite far and not recommended. It is a source of fresh drinking water for the locals.
Camping is safe as the National Park Office is close by. You may bring your own tents or rent from the National Park Office for Baht 200 to Baht 500 depending on the size. Rest rooms and food stalls are available too. Swimming is allowed and the sunrise can be a real treat.
Klong Plu Waterfall is one of the best known and most popular waterfalls due to its close proximity from the favored beaches of Klong Prao and Kai Bae. Heading 3 kms southward from Klong Prao to Kai Bae along the main road, you will reach the Klong Plu Waterfall signboard on your left. Follow the sign for 2 kms until you reach the entrance where you will find some food and souvenir vendors as well as restrooms. The 20 minutes, 400 meters hike along the stream to the waterfall is a fascinating experience. On the way are countless species of vegetation, birds and giant trees.
Klong Plu Waterfall is a large fall of 3 levels. It has been an important water source to the Koh Chang dwellers for a long time. Most visitors stay at the first level only as the 10-meter fall here is already a breathtaking sight. Besides, it is too slippery and far to reach the next two levels. To do so, guidance from the Park's office should be requested. Swimming and camping are also allowed here.
Situated on the northernmost of Koh Chang, Klong Nonsi is a small-sized waterfall with several cascades. It is about 4 kms north of the Koh Chang Marine National Park Office. A one-hour, 3 kms path from Ban Dan Mai near the Koh Chang Sub-district police station leads to Klong Nonsi.
Kiri Phet Waterfall is 2 kms from the Salak Petch community, south of Koh Chang. It is a medium-sized waterfall. Swimming is possible but it is advisable to check the water current especially during the rainy season. Hikers should wear studded shoes and avoid climbing up the levels during rainy season as the rock may be slippery. The Salak Petch Forestry Office is not too far off and rangers can lend a helping hand.
This is the tallest waterfall in Koh Chang with a chest-deep pond in front. Klong Nueng Waterfall is situated in Salak Petch not far from the Kiri Petch Waterfall.
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