Sunset
Huts
features reams of bungalows of all different sizes, originally
basic bamboo or wooden but now reinforced or in some cases
rebuilt with cement. Those by the sea look out over the rocky
beach and on high tide the balconies literally overhang the
water. The downside is lack of a bathroom, those further back
have less poetic views, with a fan and hot water shower, standard
in all en-suite rooms, as well as a mosquito net. Right at
the back are a few more solid bungalows with which a little
extra effort has been made. The wooden platform restaurant
on a little promontory affords great views out to sea, owing
homage to Treehouse for its design. It's a much better option
than Siam Hut in the same range.
Off
Thailand’s southeastern coast Koh Chang is Thailand’s second-largest
island after Phuket. The Koh Chang National Marine Park occupies
most of Koh Chang as well as several nearby islands. The island
is located 140 mi/225 km southeast of Bangkok. In recent years
the island has become more popular with travelers and Thai
people alike. Most of the beach resorts are located on the
beautiful west coast of the island. Koh Chang has several
wonderful waterfalls that allow swimming and diving from rocks.
There are elephant trekking tours through the jungle and there
are a dozen diving schools that will guide you to the best
diving spots that Thailand has to offer. Most Thais like to
go squid fishing at night and kayaking or hiking during the
day.
Arriving
on Koh Chang by boat, you are greeted by many truck taxis
waiting to take you around the island. The roads are steep
and winding at times, but these local treks will be memorable.
