Superyacht Guide Award
2 Stars - Good yachting destination
Preliminary Superyacht Guide destination note pending full editorial assessment. Koh Chang has recognised yachting merit but has not yet been assessed for a higher Destination Star rating.
Last reviewed: May 10, 2026
Destination Stars are editorial ratings based on cruising appeal, marina access, hospitality, scenery, events, seasonality and available information.
Koh Chang is a quieter Thai yacht destination with rainforest, beaches, waterfalls and eastern Gulf of Thailand cruising appeal.
Koh Chang is a large island destination in eastern Thailand, known for rainforest, beaches, waterfalls, anchorages and a quieter cruising atmosphere than the country’s better-known Andaman Sea hubs.
For yachts, Koh Chang can be combined with nearby islands, Trat province and eastern Gulf of Thailand routes. It offers a more relaxed and nature-focused itinerary with beaches, snorkeling and low-key resorts.
The destination is best suited to yachts seeking a less crowded Thai cruising area with tropical scenery and simple island appeal.
| Region | Asia Pacific |
|---|---|
| Local region / area | Trat Province / Eastern Gulf of Thailand |
| Country | Thailand |
| City / main area | Koh Chang |
| Destination type | Quiet island cruising destination |
| Cruising area | Gulf of Thailand / Eastern Thailand |
| Best season | November to April |
| Best time to visit | Dry-season months are usually preferred for beaches and cruising. |
| Season | Gulf of Thailand dry-season cruising window |
| Charter appeal | Moderate to high |
| Nearest airport | Trat Airport (TDX) |
|---|---|
| Airport access | Trat Airport supports regional access, with Bangkok used for wider connections. |
| Marina access | Yacht access is mainly anchorage and local-harbour based rather than superyacht marina-led. |
| Superyacht berthing | Local support and anchorage planning are recommended. |
| Luxury hotels | The Chill Resort; Santhiya Tree Koh Chang; boutique island resorts |
|---|---|
| Restaurants | Beach restaurants, Thai seafood venues and resort dining |
| Attractions | White Sand Beach; waterfalls; rainforest; nearby islands; snorkeling; eastern Gulf cruising |
| Events | events.EventPage.None |