Bang Bao Beach Overview

Bang Bao Bay (Aow Bang Bao) is a well protected bay at the southwest end of Koh Chang. It measures about 1 kilometre in width and in length.

The quaint fishing village Baan Bang Bao is built on stakes far out into the bay and has become quite a popular attraction. Many seafood restaurants offer a rich selection of fresh seafood and small shops sell souvenirs or refreshments.

The village has a clinic (opening-hours: 8.30 am - 4.30 pm , no telephone) and just outside on the road is the school and local temple Wat Bang Bao.

Roughly a kilometre southeast is a viewpoint, which offers a beautiful view into the bay and the village (see 'Sights', 'Viewpoints').

Directly behind there is a beautiful sandy beach where there was still no accommodation in April 2002. The beach is some 100 metres long and usually quite quiet.