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Mooring
Although the east coast of Koh Chang has tried to preserve its more agricultural face, it doesn’t mean that it did not attempt to venture into the tourism business. As a matter of fact, there is a yacht berthing facility at the tip of the east coast, Ao Salak Phet, which is called Koh Chang Marina and Resort (081 782 6040, 081 762 8082). This is the one and only mooring service on the island. If you prefer to cruise your way into the island, the marina provides launching, wet and dry berth retrieving, supplies and other maintenance services. Not only that, the place is also planning to open its yacht charter service on the island together with a partner firm. The marina also offers speedboat transportation service to other islands for island hopping and snorkeling trips.
Spas
Koh Chang offers a wealth of spas to pamper you after a day on the beach. Places such as the Koh Chang Grand Orchid Resort & Spa features a traditional Thai-styled building nestled in the vicinity of bungalows. The Aiyapura Resort & Spa offers massage and treatments in their 5-star ambience while the Aana Resort and Spa has its facilities set amidst swaying coconut trees and a great view of the Klong Prao area. At the V.J. Hotel & Health Spa, treatments are meant for long-term health while the Koh Chang Resort and Spa offers facial massages and treatments, using effective traditional approaches.
The Sivara Spa at the Amari Emerald Cove Resort pampers you with soothing body and facial treatments in a 5-star ambience right on the sandy beach.
Massages,
beauty and body treatments
As in any part of Thailand, masseuses soothe the muscles with traditional Thai massage or foot reflexology right on the beaches. A 1-hour massage on the beach costs around 200 Baht. Away from the beach are several massage places along the main road.
Tattoo
Tattoo artists can easily be found throughout the island. Both permanent and henna tattooing are available on the beaches. Tattoos, whether henna or permanent, begin at 400 Baht. Well-known tattooist, known as Jack, offers custom tattoos at Tantawan Pub and Restaurant on White Sand Beach.
Canoes
and Kayaking
For a relaxing trip along the coastlines, try paddling canoes, which cost only 100 Baht an hour or about 500 Baht a day. Canoes can be found along the beaches and some resorts. Some resorts offer free kayaking for their guests. Triyaks at Kai Bae Hut Shop cost 150 Baht per hour or 100 Baht per hour for two.
Speedboats
If you don’t have enough time, speedboats can take you to more spots further from the island.
A speedboat usually takes 15 people. Fishing gear can be rented at 200 Baht a day, not including hooks and weights. You can charter a boat for 7,000 Baht. Similar 3-island trips to Koh Kood, Koh Mak and Koh Kham cost 1,500 Baht per person or you can charter a boat for 15,000 Baht. Advance booking is necessary. A smaller excursion to Koh Yuak is available at only 200 Baht per person.
The Klong Prao Resort offers chartered speedboat trips to Koh Yuak at 2,500 Baht or a four-island package at 8,000 Baht. There are some resorts on other islands such as Koh Kood, Koh Mak and Koh Ngam that include boat trips in their package rates.
Boating
Leisure trips can easily be arranged at most resorts,
beaches, fishing villages or from Laem Ngob on the mainland. Boats can take you to various sites for snorkeling, scuba diving and fishing. There are many establishments along Hat Sai Khao (White Sand Beach), Klong Prao, Kai Bae and Bang Bao which organizes boat trips for groups. It costs about 400-600 Baht per person, usually with a minimum of 10 persons for a trip.
There are sailboats to be chartered. The Sea Adventures in Bang Bao provides 13-meter catamaran ready to be chartered or cruise while you have your dinner while watching the spectacular sunset. Most boats are equipped with snorkeling equipments, freshwater shower and toilet.
The Amari Emerald Cove Resort's Catamaran Cruise is the only day - cruise from Klong Prao to Koh Kood. It makes 3 stops on its way, all spectacular sites. The comfort of the Catamaran and its 5-star service ensures a memorable cruise experience.
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