Ko Chang (เกาะช้าง) — digital nomad guide

Jungle island, quiet coves · Trat, East Thailand

Thailand's second-largest island — rainforest interior, mellow west-coast beaches, and far fewer crowds than the south.

• Overall score: 65/100
• Typical nomad budget: $1150/month (฿41,400)
• Internet: ~90 Mbps average
• Best months: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
• Coworking spaces: 4+

Highlights

• Big, lush island with real jungle and waterfalls
• Far less crowded than the southern islands
• Mellow west-coast beaches + decent nightlife at Lonely Beach
• Closest island escape to Bangkok’s east

Similar cities

• Phuket
• Koh Samui
• Koh Phangan
• Hua Hin

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