So many stories had been told, warnings everywhere about scams and people who want to rip you off, advises to go by plane etc. Fortunately history – as of today, the trip from Sihanoukville to anywhere in East Thailand is as easy it gets.
There are 2 reliable bus services that take care of you from the pick up, over the boarder until your final destination … in our case the 2nd biggest Island of Thailand Koh Chang.
Our trip started early in the morning with the VIP bus (highest luxury standards) …
… at lunch time we passed on foot the land boarder at Koh Khong …
… and in the afternoon we were already on the ferry to Koh Chang …
… where we finally found the true island retreat to relax on the beach and enjoy truly fresh seafood.
Koh Chang changed a lot since I came here the first time 10 years ago. The number of resorts and accommodation exploded and the entire island is now accessible by road.
Thus we hired a scooter and explored the beautiful beaches around, the huge waterfall and the fishing village Ban Bao.
Koh Chang – literally meaning Elephant Island – is a national park with great diving grounds. Several Islands, some not inhabited invite for a great diving experience.
Following to local recommendation we picked BB Divers as our guides and joined for a 3 dive adventure around Koh Rung. We got great service, personal tours, good food and great diving spots … just perfect.
The last days we spent in the southern tip Ban Bao Sea Huts where you get an Maldives feeling on Overwater Bungalows with even a glass bottom inside your room.
This little fishing village provides everything you need in very small distance – shopping, dining, sleeping and most important … laid back atmosphere!
Fishermen Friend
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