Ko Si Chang

Ko Si Chang is the former royal summer beach retreat and now just a relaxed fishing village which can make a nice day trip from Si Racha. It has a sandy beach (Hat Tham Phang) on the south-west side which is quiet in the week and so good to just relax, although swimming isn’t recommended. You can also hire kayaks at the beach as well as arrange snorkelling trips to nearby Koh Khang Khao (Bat Island). You can visit the former Royal Palace (Phra Chudadahut Palace) of Rama V. The main golden teak throne hall was moved to Bangkok in 1910; the Vimanmek Teak Mansion in Dusit Park. Now there are just a few Victorian style buildings in the grounds. On the island there’s also a small aquarium which is just entry by donation, an ornate Chinese temple and a Buddhist monastery which has great views from the stupa. There’s also a few nice seafood restaurants around the island. Getting Here - There’s an hourly 40B (one-way) ferry from Ko Loi, 7:00am until 8:00pm and takes 40 mins.On Ko Si Chang the first boat is at 6:00am and last at 6:00pm.