Ko Chang Waterfall Island

The town of Trat can be reached directly by scheduled bus from Bangkok or Korat; however you can also choose to fly there from Bangkok. If you are travelling from Cambodia you'll arrive in Trat by private transfer. After reaching the Trat bus station you'll continue travelling by songthaew, an open truck-taxi to the Laem Ngob pier (travel time 20 minutes). You'll then board the ferry to the white sandy beaches of Khlong Phrao. This ferry departs all day long, every 45 minutes. The ferry boat ride to Ko Chang will only take 30 minutes. On arrival at the island you'll be able to arrange your own transfer to the island easily (the 20 minute transfer will cost approximately $2 - $4). After checking in at the reception area and leaving your bags in your charming beach bungalow, you'll be able to dive into the luke-warm waters of Ko Chang's crystal blue sea. The resort is located on the beach and has its own small private beach. From the pool you'll be able to listen to the calming sound of waves lapping and the chattering of tropical birds. 

Ko Chang Island is the second largest island in Thailand, so there's plenty of ground to explore. To see the island from an interesting perspective, you can plod through rubber plantations and tropical gardens on the back of an elephant ($15-30). You can go deep into the jungle atop your new friend, where the elephants will wash in a natural pool- a refreshing moment for both of you. There are also a variety of small local travel agencies that organise snorkel and boat trips in the archipelago. You can take hikes through the island wilderness in search of waterfalls, for which the island is famous. If you're feeling energetic, you can even climb to the top of the highest mountain. We can highly recommend a visit to the Treetop Adventure Park, if you're looking for some fun. Here, you will traverse the forest canopy on ropes and then swing back down to earth like monkeys. Or, of course, you can choose to relax on the sandy beach with a good book. It's entirely up to you during your stay on Ko Chang Island.

This morning, why not arrange yourself a day trip over to Ko Mak, it's very easy to arrange locally. Boats leave from Ban Bang Bao Pier on the south side of the island, for the short ride (approx 2 hours) over to Ko Mak. Ko Mak is far quieter than Phuket, Ko Samui, and Ko Chang Island - a real island escape. It is the ultimate destination for doing absolutely nothing. Bliss. Lounge in a hammock for the day, swim in the sparkling sea, sip on fruity cocktails and feel the sand between your toes. Have lunch at one of the many little restaurants, they all offer a wide range of meals, with freshly caught seafood their speciality. You can also snorkel around the unspoiled coral gardens (gear available for hire), or just stretch out on the bleached sandy beach. At low tide, it's possible to walk across to the nearby island of Ko Kham, which has beautiful coral reefs and coconut palms. If you don't fancy anything this energectic, then stay on Ko Chang and unwind with a Thai massage, or book a table at the restaurant on the beach. At dusk they'll fire up the barbecue, and you can sit on the candlelit beach, cold beer or tropical drink in hand, and try all kinds of tasty treats as you listen to the lapping of the waves.

Depending on the time of your onward bus or flight, you can arrange your own taxi to the ferry pier for the crossing back to the mainland.

This is a brilliantly convenient module to end your trip after Cambodia, as the journey from Ko Chang Island to Bangkok takes only 4-5 hours by bus.
Note: The rainy season in Ko Chang Island runs from May to September.