Bungalow sur une des petites îles vers Koh Chang?
by Lionfish
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Original post
Bonjour à tous, 😎
nous partons avec nos deux enfants (de 7 et 3 ans) en juillet vers ko chang et c'est un coin de la Thaïlande où nous ne sommes encore jamais allés.
On est habitués à voyager "à la routard" 😉 on cherche pas le grand luxe 😛
juste un bungalow pas trop petit vu qu'on est 4.
j'aimerais avoir un peu des avis sur les petites îles qu'il y a vers koh chang (koh mak, koh kut et toutes les plus petites)
Nous cherchons un endroit pas trop "perdu" non plus 😊 qu'on puisses faire quelques trucs genre plongée, excursions ou autre.
Merci d'avance pour toutes vos réponses
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Salut,
Koh chang correspond exactement au type de vacances que vous recherchiez... Koh chang n est pas bourdonnant de farang en quete de fete a l image des iles de Koh Samui ou Koh Phangan ... cette ile n est pas non plus chere comme Koh Samet ..et n est pas non plus perdu... elle se trouve a un juste milieu ...meme si en 7 mois j ai pu constater de nombreux changements ( constuction de routes, hotels, augmentation des prix etc..)
Aussi tout depend de l endroit ou vous logez.. White Sand Beach est trop bruyant a mon avis.. je vous conseille soit Lonely Beach ( quoique bruyant, car c est l endroit des jeunes, l endroit des routards, l endroit vrmt pas chere ) soit Bai Lan Bae ( tres calme mais logement plus difficile a trouver ), soit Kai Bae plus familial mais plus touristique et ou il y a une forte communaute de francais Les autres iles sont vrmt bcp plus petites et vrmt isoles, si vous recherchez le calme, la mer, la plage, le silence, un endroit pr pecher au calme, les autres petites iles sont exactement ce que vous cherchez ( accessible a partir du port de peche de Bang Bao )
Aussi possiblite de faire des excursions en bateau pr faire de la plongee avec tuba autour des recifs de koh chang ( je vous deconseille, car c est une usine a touriste, et les coraux sont tres decevants, detruits etc....). Sinon, biens sur, y a plusieurs centre de plongee, je vous conseille BB Divers, tres gentils et accueillant ...les sites de plongee ne sont pas excellent mais quand meme interessant ( attention : la visibilite depend de la saison ). En saison des pluies on voit pas plus loin que 5 metres.
Voila, si vous avez d autres questions n hesitez pas...
Aussi tout depend de l endroit ou vous logez.. White Sand Beach est trop bruyant a mon avis.. je vous conseille soit Lonely Beach ( quoique bruyant, car c est l endroit des jeunes, l endroit des routards, l endroit vrmt pas chere ) soit Bai Lan Bae ( tres calme mais logement plus difficile a trouver ), soit Kai Bae plus familial mais plus touristique et ou il y a une forte communaute de francais Les autres iles sont vrmt bcp plus petites et vrmt isoles, si vous recherchez le calme, la mer, la plage, le silence, un endroit pr pecher au calme, les autres petites iles sont exactement ce que vous cherchez ( accessible a partir du port de peche de Bang Bao )
Aussi possiblite de faire des excursions en bateau pr faire de la plongee avec tuba autour des recifs de koh chang ( je vous deconseille, car c est une usine a touriste, et les coraux sont tres decevants, detruits etc....). Sinon, biens sur, y a plusieurs centre de plongee, je vous conseille BB Divers, tres gentils et accueillant ...les sites de plongee ne sont pas excellent mais quand meme interessant ( attention : la visibilite depend de la saison ). En saison des pluies on voit pas plus loin que 5 metres.
Voila, si vous avez d autres questions n hesitez pas...
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Je peux te conseiller egalement kho wai non loin de kho chang c'est tres mignon. Koh chang est une tres belle il meme si ca n'a plus le charme d'il y a quelques annees. Neanmoins ca reste tres nettement moins "massacré" que kho samui.
C'est donc un tres bon choix
C'est donc un tres bon choix
aitutaki kia orana
Wow, tu es passe a la vue satellite maintenant. A quand la visite en 3D du bungalows ? 😎
Merci beaucoup Beuchat pour tous ces détails c'est super sympa...
je crois que pour le moment tu m'as bien renseigné 😉
Si j'ai d'autres questions j'hésiterai pas 😊
Peux tu juste un peu me parler des prix des bungalows c'est abordable?
Parce qu'on à pas un gros budget😛
Et est ce qu'on peut bouger facillement en moto, les routes sont elles pratiquable...parce que j'ai lu je sais plus où que les routes était très caillouteuses et pas très pratiquable c'est vrai???🤪 On est bien habitués à aller dans des coins pas possible mais normallement je suis pas au guidon...et cette année j'm'y mets avec un de mes deux enfants...j'appréande un peu 😊
Merci encore beaucoup
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c'est une tres jolie ile que j'avais visité une journee, les hotels sont pas tres cher
c'est une tres jolie ile que j'avais visité une journee, les hotels sont pas tres cher
aitutaki kia orana
aitutaki kia orana
être un peut responsable, svp, ( avis personnel, ) aller dans les petites îles c'est paradisiaque, tant que tout va bien, mais si sa va mal ?? sur kho chang au moins il y a un mini hôpital, mais bon chacun fait ce que il veut,
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Salut
Alors les prix sont plus qu abordables... a savoir 150 - 200 bahts par nuit ( pr 2 personnes a Lonely Beach ) en periode basse a koh chang( c est a dire l ete en france) .Sinon pas plus de 400 bahts en saison haute.Peut etre legerement plus chere a Kai Bae et Bailan mais vrmt tres raisonnable..
Toute les grandes routes sont goudronnees, pas caillouteuses du tout, par contre tres sinueuses, et ca monte et descends.. Possibilite de louer des scoots japonais ( yamaha, suzuki, eetc.. ) pour pas chere, environ 150-200 bahtS la journee, tres conseille car il n y a pas de taxi sur l ile..ou tres peu.
Je ne vais aps vous donner des lecons mais faites tout de meme extrement attention avec les scooters ( ce sont des 125 cc ) et non pas des 50 cc comme en france... j ai arreter de compter le nombre de fois ou j ai vu des farangs se crouter en scoot ( un accident ts les jours presque )...
Voila, sur ceux, Chokdee Kap
Toute les grandes routes sont goudronnees, pas caillouteuses du tout, par contre tres sinueuses, et ca monte et descends.. Possibilite de louer des scoots japonais ( yamaha, suzuki, eetc.. ) pour pas chere, environ 150-200 bahtS la journee, tres conseille car il n y a pas de taxi sur l ile..ou tres peu.
Je ne vais aps vous donner des lecons mais faites tout de meme extrement attention avec les scooters ( ce sont des 125 cc ) et non pas des 50 cc comme en france... j ai arreter de compter le nombre de fois ou j ai vu des farangs se crouter en scoot ( un accident ts les jours presque )...
Voila, sur ceux, Chokdee Kap
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En voila un autre, ils ne sont pas tous pourri ...
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Merci à tous pour toutes vos réponses et toutes vos mises en gardes
C'est vrai qu'il faut avertir les gens que les scoot là bas ne sont pas pareil qu'en Europe que les routes non plus 😛 c'est clair.Et qu'il est tjrs bien de savoir ou ce trouve l'hôptital le plus proche.😉
ça va j'suis habituée pour ma part j'ai vu tellement de Thaï tatoo et de petits accidents aussi que j'crois que j'vais faire du 20/h avec le gamin en plus 🤪! lol
Sinon j'roulerai avec ça...


lionfish
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Salut
J'ai même vu des thai se planter dans la dessante en virage à droite avec les gravier sur le côté, pas drole pour la damme ...
Faut faire gaffe et dès que tu sort des route en bitume (qui sont quand même agréable à conduire) c'est de la route en terre, je te laisse imaginé quand il a plus ...
Heureusement que les éléphant ont des jet d'eau ;o)
Philo
Faut faire gaffe et dès que tu sort des route en bitume (qui sont quand même agréable à conduire) c'est de la route en terre, je te laisse imaginé quand il a plus ...
Heureusement que les éléphant ont des jet d'eau ;o)
Philo
"J'ai refait tous les calculs, notre projet est irréalisable, il ne nous reste plus qu'une chose à faire, le réaliser". Latecoere
dyslexique
je reviens de l'archipel de koh chang et n'en conserve que de bons souvenirs.koh chang:c'est la "grande ile" de l'archipel;comme indiqué par Beuchat, les plages agréables sont celles de Lonely beach, de Kai Bee Beach et de Bailan Bay:comme bungalow, voir PARADISE COTTAGE sur lonely beach;seul défaut, la plage en face des bungalows est du rocher et le sable est à 7 /8 minutes. -Koh KOOD(=Koh KUT) J'ai beaucoup aimé;les plages agréables sont sur la cote ouest;nous avions trouvé une G.H. calme, bien équipée, quasi-neuve et pas chère= Baan Klong Jao Homestay;située sur une ria(backwater)et à environ 400 à 500 mètres de la plage;pas cher et tenu par un ménage agréable faisant de la bonne cuisine. (tél: 086-8408249 -Koh MAAK:c'est encore plus petit mais très agréable;nous étions sur la cote ouest au Mpnkey Island=bungalow donnant sur la plage(très belle plage de sable fin bordée de cocotiers)prix variant de 600 BHT à 1200 BHT pour bungalow 2 personnes) Une autre adresse signalée par DOMIH (dans son excellent message du 8/04/2007) est Dusita Resort;bungalow au calme donnant sur une belle plage mais rien n'ètait disponible mais je m'aperçois que dusita est situé sur Koh KOOD! Koh KHAM:nous y avons passé une seule journée à partir de Koh Kood:il est possible d'y séjourner = une dizaine de bungalows dépendant de l'unique G.H. qui fait également restaurant:c'est une toute petite ile avec descouleurs de mer idéales, des possibilités pour plongée etc mais on est un peu enfermé dans un petit paradis. bon futur séjour!
epicure2
J ai oublie d ajouter la photo la derniere fois..
Celle ci a ete prise a Vientiane...
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salut,
tu as sur mon site, notre CR de notre viree a Koh Chang avec nos 2 minettes de 4 et 6 ans a l'epoque, il y a 2 ans. Il y a des photos des differentes plages de la cote ouest, avec nos avis. A y retourner, on retournerait la où on etait : kae bae beach (me souviens plus trop de l'ortho). Vous devriez y etre bien, il y a des logements de tous styles. MAis bon, le notre pour 2 big beds etait a 700 bht. Un peu plus loin, y'a surement un peu moins cher, mais pas 200 bht a mon avis, ou alors les porns bungalows peut-etre.
Ne ratez pas le resto des porns bungalow qui devrait vous plaire (j'ai vu votre blog ce matin) pour l'ambiance, la bouffe, et c'est un coin tres aimé des enfants (y'a des hamacs, les parents mangent quasi par terre, bref tout pour leur plaire)
Sinon sur des iles proches, des potes sont alles a Ko Maak et en sont revenus enchantés. Sable plus blanc, eau plus cristalline. En revanche, vie plus limitee (c'est petit), et hebergement moins fourni et pas tous donnés.
Cote moto, on en avait loué aussi pour se ballader. Bon a 4 dessus, certaines cotes au sud de l'ile n'etaient pas trop franchissables, mais y'a de quoi faire toute la cote, et aller jusqu'a ban bao par exemple. Au sud de Kae Bae, la ciculation est beaucoup plus tranquile qu'au nord.
tu as sur mon site, notre CR de notre viree a Koh Chang avec nos 2 minettes de 4 et 6 ans a l'epoque, il y a 2 ans. Il y a des photos des differentes plages de la cote ouest, avec nos avis. A y retourner, on retournerait la où on etait : kae bae beach (me souviens plus trop de l'ortho). Vous devriez y etre bien, il y a des logements de tous styles. MAis bon, le notre pour 2 big beds etait a 700 bht. Un peu plus loin, y'a surement un peu moins cher, mais pas 200 bht a mon avis, ou alors les porns bungalows peut-etre.
Ne ratez pas le resto des porns bungalow qui devrait vous plaire (j'ai vu votre blog ce matin) pour l'ambiance, la bouffe, et c'est un coin tres aimé des enfants (y'a des hamacs, les parents mangent quasi par terre, bref tout pour leur plaire)
Sinon sur des iles proches, des potes sont alles a Ko Maak et en sont revenus enchantés. Sable plus blanc, eau plus cristalline. En revanche, vie plus limitee (c'est petit), et hebergement moins fourni et pas tous donnés.
Cote moto, on en avait loué aussi pour se ballader. Bon a 4 dessus, certaines cotes au sud de l'ile n'etaient pas trop franchissables, mais y'a de quoi faire toute la cote, et aller jusqu'a ban bao par exemple. Au sud de Kae Bae, la ciculation est beaucoup plus tranquile qu'au nord.
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Bonsoir, étant une fana de Koh Kood et Koh Kham depuis 10 ans, je voulais juste vous dire que la plupart des guesthouses sont fermées à cette époque de l'année . Renseignez vous bien à l'avance ... Les transferts en bateau sont parfois simplement annulés pour cause de mer démontée .
Belle soirée à vous et beaux rêves d'ailleurs ....
Rangoon
Belle soirée à vous et beaux rêves d'ailleurs ....
Rangoon
Hello namast,
merci pour ton mess je suis allée voir votre site et il est vraiment très bien fait!
Je vais me servir de tout vos bons plans je pense que cela nous sera bien pratique 😉
Nous avons nous aussi pas mal l'habitude de rouler sur des "sentiers" pas très pratiquable à 4 sur la moto c'est vrai que c'est un peu sport mais tellemant sympa de se déplacer comme les locaux...mais cette fois nous pensons en louer deux... va falloir que j'm'y mette ça risque d'être drôle😛
j'm'entraînerai un peu seule avant je pense😊!
Sinon, vous qui avez aussi pris l'habitude de voyager avec des enfants vous pourriez peut être me renseigner sur les activitées sympa à faire dans le coin en famille (genre grotte excurssions et autre...)
merci d'avance
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lionfish
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salut lionfish,
pour les bons plans enfants du cote de Koh Chang, on n'a pas repéré enormement de choses, hormis bien sur les elephants, meme si les tiens (ou au moins un) y a deja gouté. Pour les elephants, aller a celui du nord, cote embarcadere, pas le plus proche de Kai Bae, qui a bien moins la cote.
Sinon, rien trouvé de special pour les enfants. Si vous ne l'avez pas encore fait, tentez une viree au grand aquarium de Bangkok. Ca vaut quand meme le coup, meme si il y a fait peut-etre plus froid que dans la mer de ko tao ou autre 😉
pour les bons plans enfants du cote de Koh Chang, on n'a pas repéré enormement de choses, hormis bien sur les elephants, meme si les tiens (ou au moins un) y a deja gouté. Pour les elephants, aller a celui du nord, cote embarcadere, pas le plus proche de Kai Bae, qui a bien moins la cote.
Sinon, rien trouvé de special pour les enfants. Si vous ne l'avez pas encore fait, tentez une viree au grand aquarium de Bangkok. Ca vaut quand meme le coup, meme si il y a fait peut-etre plus froid que dans la mer de ko tao ou autre 😉
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Namast Web - Après 8 ans d'absence en Asie, retour en famille à partir de 2006 (Thailande, Cambodge, Vietnam, Maroc, Jordanie, Chili, Bali, Inde)
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location de moto ou scooter sur les iles de Koh Chang: une précision importante=je n'ai pas trouvé de location avec assurance;ce qui signifie que l'on conduit sans assurance:pour les dommages au véhicule, ce n'est pas trop grave, risquant seulement d'augmenter le cout final du voyage. pour les dommages corporels ou matèriels causés à des tiers, c'est une autre affaire et il faut mieux le savoir. Et les garanties d'assurance, figurant dans les cartes bancaires"haut de gamme"dugenre visa premier, ne jouent pas ;idem pour la garantie "responsabilité civile" des contrats souscrits en france. Celà ètant, nous avons loué des motos et cà s'est bien passé et a été très agréable;à èviter les motos à sélecteur de vitesse et à privilègier les"automatiques", si l'on est débutant ou similaire. et bon futur voyage quand meme
epicure2
hello,
oui je sais qu'il n'y a pas d'assurance quand tu loues des motos...😊
mais nous nous avons une assurance familliale de voyage "spéciale" pour tout ce qui est dommage corporels(mais seulement sur un membre de ma famille bien sûr) Je sais pas si en France vous avez aussi se genre d'assurance...je l'as paye par année et c'est valable pour n'importe quel destination c'est très pratique.
A Koh Phangan, il y a deux ans on a failli se faire shooter...par un pik up...on étaient les 4 dessus j'ai eu la peure de ma vie 🤪 on était en train de tourner à droite le petit bus dernière nous avait freiné mais le pik up qui suivait à voulu doubler par la droite...on a juste eu le temps de faire un eccart pour éviter le pire...et il faut pas oublier qu'en temps que farangs tu as tjrs tort le mec ne s'est même pas arreter pour voir comment on allait et nous a même klaxonner 😉 mais sur 6 voyages en Thaïlande ça à été l'unique fois ou on a frôler l'accident mais on reste très prudent c'est clair.
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What do you all think? Thanks in advance!
Hi everyone,
For a 4-month stay in Egypt, I had ENORMOUS problems. The regulations are very bureaucratic and extremely nitpicky there. For a 4-month stay in the Philippines, I was wondering if the procedures are just as complicated? I’m bringing my cell phone with an eSIM. Should I choose a plan from Canada for use in the Philippines, or should I get a plan only once I arrive? After 30 days, do I renew with the Canadian provider I chose before leaving, or do I switch to a local company? Do I need to register my phone with the authorities in the Philippines? (That was the case in Egypt.) For the 3rd and 4th months, will it be just as simple—renewing with a Canadian or local provider—or should I expect problems?
Thanks for your opinions/answers! Marc Lamarre
For a 4-month stay in Egypt, I had ENORMOUS problems. The regulations are very bureaucratic and extremely nitpicky there. For a 4-month stay in the Philippines, I was wondering if the procedures are just as complicated? I’m bringing my cell phone with an eSIM. Should I choose a plan from Canada for use in the Philippines, or should I get a plan only once I arrive? After 30 days, do I renew with the Canadian provider I chose before leaving, or do I switch to a local company? Do I need to register my phone with the authorities in the Philippines? (That was the case in Egypt.) For the 3rd and 4th months, will it be just as simple—renewing with a Canadian or local provider—or should I expect problems?
Thanks for your opinions/answers! Marc Lamarre
Hello,
I’ll be in Malaysia with my wife, mainly in Langkawi and Penang for Christmas and New Year’s at the end of 2026.
If you’ve had the experience—and since I’ve read (though it’s not very clear) that these two islands get quite crowded during this period—would you recommend booking accommodation well in advance, or is it easy to find something on the spot?
Hotels or Airbnb?
Do you have any great tips for accommodation or any practical info to share?
We’ll be staying 5 to 7 days on each island.
Thanks in advance for your replies
Hi there. To make the most of Lake Toba, is it better to find accommodation on the lake’s shores (which one?) or on Samosir Island? Thanks for your tips!
Hi. Is it possible to take the train from Malacca to Ipoh? Thanks for your feedback.
Hi there,
We’re heading to Vietnam as a family on July 8th for a little over 3 weeks (north and center). We’ve only booked the first 3 nights in Hanoi, and nothing else after that. We like to decide things on the spot and go with the flow, without rushing everywhere. But I’m still a bit unsure: when heading down to the center (Hue), is it better to book the overnight trains in advance? We don’t want to take any flights while we’re there—just use the overnight train for the long trips. But I’m worried we won’t get seats if we buy the tickets on the spot, say, 2 days before. What do the experts here think? And which website can we use to book the tickets? Thanks in advance for your tips!
Hi everyone!
I’m heading back to Thailand in July 2026 with a stopover in Cambodia to visit the Angkor site.
After Angkor, I’ve booked a stay on Ko Chang island. Does anyone know if there are direct transport options from Cambodia to Ko Chang without having to go back through Bangkok? That would be amazing!!
I think there are, but I’d need more details!!
I went to Thailand in February 2025 and don’t remember having to apply for a visa—is that still the case now? And for Cambodia too?
Thanks so much!!!
Laurence from Bayonne
Hello,
We’re a couple looking for a driver for 10 days to explore Northern Vietnam in April.
Best regards,
I’d love to get some feedback on our itinerary—it’s probably pretty basic! This is our second trip to Asia and our first to Indonesia. We have three kids aged 20, 18, and 12. We land in Jakarta at 4 PM, spend 3 nights/2 days there, then take the train to Yogyakarta for 3 nights/2 days, followed by the train to Surabaya for 2 nights/1 day, then the train to Bromo for 1 day/1 night, a private driver to Ijen for 2 nights/2 days, then on to Bali (Ubud) for 4 nights/3 days, followed by Gili Air for 3 nights/2 days, Senggigi (Lombok) for 2 nights, and finally 5 nights in Kuta. I’m considering cutting the 2 nights in Senggigi to just keep Kuta and extend it to 7 nights. In Lombok, I’m not sure how to get around since I’m not comfortable with scooters... Your thoughts on all of this, and any advice, are more than welcome—don’t hesitate!
For those wondering why cities like Jakarta and Surabaya: we don’t often get the chance to visit big Asian cities, so we wanted to include that discovery in our trip. The trains between Jakarta and Yogyakarta, Surabaya and Probolinggo are booked. The return flight from Lombok to Jakarta is also set. Accommodations are booked but flexible (same for the trains).
Thanks!
For those wondering why cities like Jakarta and Surabaya: we don’t often get the chance to visit big Asian cities, so we wanted to include that discovery in our trip. The trains between Jakarta and Yogyakarta, Surabaya and Probolinggo are booked. The return flight from Lombok to Jakarta is also set. Accommodations are booked but flexible (same for the trains).
Thanks!
hi
I’ll be on a cruise on January 11, 2027. We’re stopping in Ho Chi Minh City (Phu My).
I’d love to see something other than the city—anyone have recommendations or a guide for 6-8 people with pickup at the port?
I’d really like to visit some rice paddies.
I’ll be on a cruise on January 11, 2027. We’re stopping in Ho Chi Minh City (Phu My).
I’d love to see something other than the city—anyone have recommendations or a guide for 6-8 people with pickup at the port?
I’d really like to visit some rice paddies.
Hi there,
I’m spending 4 days in Kuala Lumpur.
Could you let me know what’s absolutely worth visiting and what’s not really worth the effort?
Any suggested itinerary?
Apart from Batu Caves, I don’t have many ideas...
I’m traveling with my partner and our 16-year-old son.
Thanks in advance for your feedback.
I’m spending 4 days in Kuala Lumpur.
Could you let me know what’s absolutely worth visiting and what’s not really worth the effort?
Any suggested itinerary?
Apart from Batu Caves, I don’t have many ideas...
I’m traveling with my partner and our 16-year-old son.
Thanks in advance for your feedback.
Hi,
After our trip to China, we want to spend a week in the Philippines for some beach time and snorkeling.
We're looking for the best spot to settle in—nice beaches, great marine life, and short transfer times.
Thanks for your suggestions!
Hi there,
Does anyone know of a private transfer or taxi company that organizes transfers from the Sukhothai area to Chiang Mai? Our routes are Sukhothai-Lampang, Lampang-Chom Thong, and Chom Thong-Chiang Mai. My searches on Google Maps, 12Go, and others haven’t turned up much...
For our Bangkok-Sukhothai trips, I use a company I’ve already tried, but they don’t have a fleet available from Sukhothai and have to go through third-party companies—which, understandably, take their commission. This nearly doubles the prices...
There are four of us, and we’re not traveling light, so a minibus isn’t an option. ;-)
Thanks for your tips! DrSnuggle
Does anyone know of a private transfer or taxi company that organizes transfers from the Sukhothai area to Chiang Mai? Our routes are Sukhothai-Lampang, Lampang-Chom Thong, and Chom Thong-Chiang Mai. My searches on Google Maps, 12Go, and others haven’t turned up much...
For our Bangkok-Sukhothai trips, I use a company I’ve already tried, but they don’t have a fleet available from Sukhothai and have to go through third-party companies—which, understandably, take their commission. This nearly doubles the prices...
There are four of us, and we’re not traveling light, so a minibus isn’t an option. ;-)
Thanks for your tips! DrSnuggle
Hello,
While traveling in Thailand, I’m looking for a Buddhist kumlai reed bracelet.
Does anyone know where I can find one?
In Bangkok, I visited a few temples but didn’t see any in the nearby shops.
If you have any ideas, I’d love to hear them! Have a great day! :-)
Hi there
My trip’s coming up, and I’m having a bit of trouble with three bus/minivan routes. Usually, I find everything at this time of year, but this time—yikes!
Sandakan → Sepilok: No app for this one—you just hop on bus #14 at the local terminal (pay cash on board). But where do I catch it, and where’s the stop??
Sandakan → Semporna: From what I’ve heard, it’s the Sida Express company (great name, right? 😄). Can’t book online, but apparently, you *have* to because there’s only one bus at 8 AM. Where do I board, and where does it drop me off?
Semporna → Tawau: Found this via AI—is it legit? No online booking, as far as I can tell. Minivans leave from a stop in the Jalan Hospital area, near the Milimewa supermarket, supposedly???? And when you arrive, does it drop you at **Sabindo Square** in Tawau?????
Thanks for any tips—I’m stuck!
My trip’s coming up, and I’m having a bit of trouble with three bus/minivan routes. Usually, I find everything at this time of year, but this time—yikes!
Sandakan → Sepilok: No app for this one—you just hop on bus #14 at the local terminal (pay cash on board). But where do I catch it, and where’s the stop??
Sandakan → Semporna: From what I’ve heard, it’s the Sida Express company (great name, right? 😄). Can’t book online, but apparently, you *have* to because there’s only one bus at 8 AM. Where do I board, and where does it drop me off?
Semporna → Tawau: Found this via AI—is it legit? No online booking, as far as I can tell. Minivans leave from a stop in the Jalan Hospital area, near the Milimewa supermarket, supposedly???? And when you arrive, does it drop you at **Sabindo Square** in Tawau?????
Thanks for any tips—I’m stuck!
Hi there,
we’ll be in Mai Chau in June and we’re thinking of heading to Sapa, but first spending a few days in Bac Ha to do some hiking and explore the area.
Is this a good idea for those who’ve been there?
How do you get there?
Thanks for your feedback.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Cédric.
Hi there,
I’m planning an itinerary and would love some feedback on whether it’s doable and if the number of days per destination is enough—or too much. I was also debating whether to add an extra night on an island or spend an extra night in Kampot to visit Kep or Battambang.
March 23: Arrival in Phnom Penh in the morning March 24: Phnom Penh March 25: Phnom Penh March 26: Depart for Kampot March 27: Kampot March 28: Depart for Battambang March 29: Battambang March 30: Tonlé SAP to Siem Reap March 31: Siem Reap April 1: Siem Reap April 2: Siem Reap April 3: Siem Reap April 4: Siem Reap April 5: Departure
Thanks for any suggestions or help!
March 23: Arrival in Phnom Penh in the morning March 24: Phnom Penh March 25: Phnom Penh March 26: Depart for Kampot March 27: Kampot March 28: Depart for Battambang March 29: Battambang March 30: Tonlé SAP to Siem Reap March 31: Siem Reap April 1: Siem Reap April 2: Siem Reap April 3: Siem Reap April 4: Siem Reap April 5: Departure
Thanks for any suggestions or help!
Hi there,
Yesterday in the Thailand section, 100% of the new threads were just about beach destinations 😕...
So here’s the counterattack in the form of this photo thread, dedicated solely to the countryside: the locals, their livestock, fields, farms, rice paddies, small rivers, and agricultural machinery. If you’ve got any pictures that fit these categories, feel free to add them!
Comments welcome.
For each photo, I’ll (or you can) indicate the area where it was taken.
Kanchanaburi:
Kanchanaburi:
Sri Chiangmai:
Soppong:
Tha Wang Pha:
Kanchanaburi:

Kanchanaburi:

Sri Chiangmai:

Soppong:

Tha Wang Pha:

🙂 Hi everyone!
Hope you're all doing well! It's been a while since I last traveled, but I'm finally heading out again soon!
For those familiar with SOUTHEAST ASIA, I'm planning to leave in mid-June (with the trip ending at the latest in November), and I don’t have a precise idea of exact places or itineraries yet. The thing is, this period is usually the rainy season...
Any advice? I was thinking of Malaysia or Indonesia, like Sulawesi, for example (all countries and islands in Southeast Asia interest me except Bali).
Any recommendations? I’m doing my research online, but if anyone here has the time and knowledge, I’d love to hear from you.
Thanks everyone, take care and stay happy! ❤️
Hope you're all doing well! It's been a while since I last traveled, but I'm finally heading out again soon!
For those familiar with SOUTHEAST ASIA, I'm planning to leave in mid-June (with the trip ending at the latest in November), and I don’t have a precise idea of exact places or itineraries yet. The thing is, this period is usually the rainy season...
Any advice? I was thinking of Malaysia or Indonesia, like Sulawesi, for example (all countries and islands in Southeast Asia interest me except Bali).
Any recommendations? I’m doing my research online, but if anyone here has the time and knowledge, I’d love to hear from you.
Thanks everyone, take care and stay happy! ❤️
Hi there,
My partner and I are planning a trip to Indonesia in September-October 2026. It’ll be our first time in Asia, and we’re thinking of hitting the classic spots in East Java and Bali, then wrapping up with a cruise around Komodo for some snorkeling/diving. Here’s a rough draft of our itinerary—I’m wondering if it’s doable.
20/09: Flight from Jakarta to Yogyakarta, arrive around noon, afternoon/evening and overnight in Yogyakarta. 21/09: Borobudur 22/09: Prambanan 23/09: Travel to Bromo (Cemoro Lawang) 24/09: Bromo 25/09: Kawa Ijen 26/09: Travel to Bali, overnight in Pemuteran 27/09: Excursion to Pulau Melujan, overnight in Pemuteran 28/09: Travel to Munduk, overnight in Munduk 29/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk 30/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk 01/10: Route to Ubud (via Pura Ulu Danau Bratan, Jatiluwih?), overnight in Ubud 02/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud 03/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud 04/10: Travel to Denpasar, flight to Labuan Bajo, overnight in Labuan Bajo 05/10: Komodo cruise 06/10: Komodo cruise 07/10: Komodo cruise, flight to Denpasar in the late afternoon/evening or overnight in Labuan Bajo. 08/10: Flight to Denpasar (if not taken the day before), afternoon in Jimbaran, overnight near Denpasar 09/10: 10:00 AM flight Denpasar - SIN, overnight in Singapore 10/10: Flight SIN-YQB
Thanks for your thoughts—and for your time!
My partner and I are planning a trip to Indonesia in September-October 2026. It’ll be our first time in Asia, and we’re thinking of hitting the classic spots in East Java and Bali, then wrapping up with a cruise around Komodo for some snorkeling/diving. Here’s a rough draft of our itinerary—I’m wondering if it’s doable.
20/09: Flight from Jakarta to Yogyakarta, arrive around noon, afternoon/evening and overnight in Yogyakarta. 21/09: Borobudur 22/09: Prambanan 23/09: Travel to Bromo (Cemoro Lawang) 24/09: Bromo 25/09: Kawa Ijen 26/09: Travel to Bali, overnight in Pemuteran 27/09: Excursion to Pulau Melujan, overnight in Pemuteran 28/09: Travel to Munduk, overnight in Munduk 29/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk 30/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk 01/10: Route to Ubud (via Pura Ulu Danau Bratan, Jatiluwih?), overnight in Ubud 02/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud 03/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud 04/10: Travel to Denpasar, flight to Labuan Bajo, overnight in Labuan Bajo 05/10: Komodo cruise 06/10: Komodo cruise 07/10: Komodo cruise, flight to Denpasar in the late afternoon/evening or overnight in Labuan Bajo. 08/10: Flight to Denpasar (if not taken the day before), afternoon in Jimbaran, overnight near Denpasar 09/10: 10:00 AM flight Denpasar - SIN, overnight in Singapore 10/10: Flight SIN-YQB
Thanks for your thoughts—and for your time!
Hi everyone,
My girlfriend and I booked our tickets with Saudia Airlines for a trip to Thailand this summer, from July 5th to August 3rd. Given the geopolitical situation in the Middle East, we’re keeping a close eye on the news.
I was wondering if anyone here is in the same situation as us?
• Have you heard anything about possible mass cancellations or if the airline is still maintaining its routes to Asia?
• Are there any travelers who’ve recently returned who could tell us if air corridors have been changed (longer flight times)?
The idea is to know what to expect so we can prepare as best as possible. Thanks for your replies! !
Hi everyone,
Thanks for all your contributions on the forum—they’ve really helped me plan my trip. There are four of us friends heading to Sulawesi for 20 days. Based on all your advice, I’ve put together the following itinerary:
July 30: Makassar – sightseeing July 31: Makassar – sightseeing + overnight bus to Rantepao August 1–7: Tana Toraja with a guide August 7: Tana Toraja to Tentena + visit Tentena August 8: Early departure with a private driver to Ampana, then ferry to the Togian Islands August 9–15: Togian Islands (2 different resorts) August 15: Depart Togian Islands for Luwuk August 16: Flight Luwuk to Makassar August 17: Rammang Rammang August 18: Stroll in Makassar, then return home
Overall, what do you think?
I also have a question about the connection between Tentena and the Togian Islands: Is it doable to leave early in the morning as planned and still be sure not to miss the ferry?
Thanks in advance for your feedback! :)
Thanks for all your contributions on the forum—they’ve really helped me plan my trip. There are four of us friends heading to Sulawesi for 20 days. Based on all your advice, I’ve put together the following itinerary:
July 30: Makassar – sightseeing July 31: Makassar – sightseeing + overnight bus to Rantepao August 1–7: Tana Toraja with a guide August 7: Tana Toraja to Tentena + visit Tentena August 8: Early departure with a private driver to Ampana, then ferry to the Togian Islands August 9–15: Togian Islands (2 different resorts) August 15: Depart Togian Islands for Luwuk August 16: Flight Luwuk to Makassar August 17: Rammang Rammang August 18: Stroll in Makassar, then return home
Overall, what do you think?
I also have a question about the connection between Tentena and the Togian Islands: Is it doable to leave early in the morning as planned and still be sure not to miss the ferry?
Thanks in advance for your feedback! :)
Hi everyone,
I’m currently working on a 30-day itinerary for May/June 2027.
10 days in eastern Java (Malang, Bromo, waterfalls, Meru Beriti Park, Banyuwangi, and Ijen), a short transit in Ubud for a few days, then Flores before heading back to Jakarta.
We’ll spend 15 days in Flores (the classic route: Moni, Bajawa, Riung, Ruteng, ending in Labuan Bajo).
I’d love some firsthand feedback on flights to Maumere or Ende from Bali Denpasar. I know there are no direct routes and that you have to connect through Labuan Bajo or Timor (I think), which isn’t an issue in itself.
But I’ve read here and there that flights to these destinations can be delayed—or worse, canceled—and that it’s better to fly in and out of Labuan Bajo, which isn’t exactly ideal...
Thanks for any tips or experiences you can share!










