Mu Ko Chang National Park

About
Location

Mu Ko Chang National Park is located in Trat Province, eastern Thailand. It is a marine national park encompassing 52 Islands.

It is approximately 352 km from Bangkok and, 53 km to Trat (nearest city and regional airport).

History

The park was established in 1982, becoming the 45th National Park in Thailand.

The park is an IUCN Category II protected area with coral reefs.

Ecosystem

The interior of Ko Chang, is primarily mountainous terrain covered in tropical rainforest, the coastal regions of the park have a number of mangrove forests and, the islands are home to numerous coral reefs.

Ko Chang is home to 29 mammal species, 200 + bird species and 42 species of reptiles. Mammals include the elusive Silver Langur.

Marine mammals include: Dugong, Chinese White Dolphin, Irrawaddy Dolphin, and Spinner Dolphins. Sightings are rare.

Size

Mu Ko Chang covers an area of  650 km². The largest island is Ko Chang, which has an area of 213 km².

Mu Ko Chang National Park

Getting There
Ta Phraya is a remote park that reqires transport for the best and safest experience. There are no dedicated tours, so you will need to have a vehicle, preferably 4wd if you want to explore the unpaved tracks.
Set your sat nav to Ta Phraya National Park. This will take you to the headquarters / entrance.
Opening Times and Entrance Fees

Opening Time:  07:00

Closing Time:    18:00

Thai Citizen:

Foreigners:

Cars:

Accomodation
In the Park

The park has a campsite with basic amenities. 

There are a number of  houses available to rent, prebooking through the department of National Parks website at portal.dnp.go.th  is neccessary.

Outside the Park

The nearest town is 

 

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