Where the cliffs glow gold, the water turns deep sapphire, and every snorkel feels like discovering a quiet secret hidden inside Chon Buri’s oldest island.

Koh Sichang (เกาะสีชัง) is the heritage island of Chon Buri — temples, cliffs, fishing villages, and quiet rocky bays. Snorkeling here is simple, rugged, and natural. The water is clearest on the west side, where the island faces the open sea.

This clockwise map begins at the north pier and circles the entire island.

1) Tha Wang Pier Reef (North Coast)

Thai: ท่าหน้าวัง
Romanization: Tha Wang
Local pronunciation: Ta‑wang

Not a major snorkeling spot, but the rocky edges near the pier have small coral pockets.

What makes it beautiful

• Calm, sheltered water
• Small coral heads near the rocks
• A peaceful, local‑life atmosphere

Fish you’ll see

• ปลาจิ๋วฟ้า (Pla Jiw Fa) — blue damselfish — “the tiny electric boss”
• ปลาสลิดทะเล (Pla Salid Talay) — rabbitfish — “the polite vegetarian”

“Tha Wang is the ‘small but sweet’ start to the island.”

2) Chong Khao Khad Viewpoint Reef (Northwest Headland)

Thai: ช่องเขาขาด
Romanization: Chong Khao Khad
Local pronunciation: Chong‑khao‑khat

A dramatic cliff viewpoint with clear, deep water below. Snorkeling is possible from the rocky access points.

What makes it beautiful

• Deep sapphire water
• Rocky channels with coral
• A dramatic, open‑sea feeling

Fish you’ll see

• ปลาฟูซิเลียร์ (Pla Fusilier) — fusilier — “the silver confetti cloud”
• ปลาทรัมเป็ต (Pla Trumpet) — trumpetfish — “the long, shy pretender”
• ปลากะรัง (Pla Garang) — grouper — “the chunky, quiet guardian”

“Chong Khao Khad is the ‘cliff‑top blue dream’ of Koh Sichang.”

3) Tham Phang Beach Reef (West Coast)

Thai: หาดถ้ำพัง
Romanization: Hat Tham Phang
Local pronunciation: Tam‑pang

The best snorkeling beach on Koh Sichang — clear water, coral heads, and a calm, relaxed atmosphere.

What makes it beautiful

• Clear turquoise water
• Coral heads near the rocks
• Soft sand and easy entry
• Perfect for beginners

Fish you’ll see

• ปลาผีเสื้อเหลือง (Pla Phee Suea Lueang) — yellow butterflyfish — “the sunshine flutter”
• ปลานกแก้ว (Pla Nok Kaew) — parrotfish — “the loud coral‑crunching gossip queen”
• ปลาคราม (Pla Kram) — blue‑green chromis — “the sparkling confetti”

“Tham Phang is the ‘this is where the island hides its color’ moment.”

4) Ao Tham Phang South Reef (Southwest)

Thai: อ่าวถ้ำพังด้านใต้
Romanization: Ao Tham Phang Tai
Local pronunciation: Tam‑pang south

A rocky, quiet corner with deeper water and coral blocks.

What makes it beautiful

• Deep, clear water
• Coral blocks between rocks
• A peaceful, hidden‑bay feeling

Fish you’ll see

• ปลานกแก้วรุ้ง (Pla Nok Kaew Rung) — rainbow parrotfish — “the colorful chaos machine”
• ปลาฟูซิเลียร์ (Pla Fusilier)
• ปลาทรัมเป็ต (Pla Trumpet)

“Tham Phang South is the ‘quiet, blue‑on‑blue’ chapter.”

5) Khao Noi Bay (South Coast)

Thai: อ่าวเขาน้อย
Romanization: Ao Khao Noi
Local pronunciation: Khao‑noi

A small, rocky bay with clear water on calm days.

What makes it beautiful

• Rocky channels
• Clear water
• A quiet, natural atmosphere

Fish you’ll see

• ปลาผีเสื้อปากยาว (Pla Phee Suea Pak Yao) — long‑nose butterflyfish
• ปลาจิ๋วฟ้า (Pla Jiw Fa)

“Khao Noi is the ‘tiny, rugged, beautiful’ bay.”

6) Ao Tham Khao Phang (Southeast)

Thai: อ่าวถ้ำเขาพัง
Romanization: Ao Tham Khao Phang
Local pronunciation: Khao‑phang

A quiet, rocky coastline with small coral pockets.

What makes it beautiful

• Calm water on good days
• Coral near the rocks
• A peaceful, local‑life atmosphere

Fish you’ll see

• ปลาสลิดทะเล (Pla Salid Talay)
• ปลาคราม (Pla Kram)

“Tham Khao Phang is the ‘simple, gentle’ snorkeling stop.”

7) Koh Kham Yai (Nearby Island)

Thai: เกาะขามใหญ่
Romanization: Koh Kham Yai
Local pronunciation: Kham‑yai

A small island south of Koh Sichang with clearer water and better coral than the main island.

What makes it beautiful

• Coral gardens around the island
• Clear, deep water
• A quiet, natural atmosphere

Fish you’ll see

• ปลานกแก้วรุ้ง (Pla Nok Kaew Rung)
• ปลาฟูซิเลียร์ (Pla Fusilier)
• ปลาทรัมเป็ต (Pla Trumpet)

“Koh Kham Yai is the ‘hidden gem’ of the Sichang area.”

8) Koh Kham Noi (Nearby Island)

Thai: เกาะขามน้อย
Romanization: Koh Kham Noi
Local pronunciation: Kham‑noi

A tiny rocky island with coral heads and clear water.

What makes it beautiful

• Coral near the rocks
• Calm, shallow water
• Perfect for confident snorkelers

Fish you’ll see

• ปลาผีเสื้อเหลือง (Pla Phee Suea Lueang)
• ปลานกแก้ว (Pla Nok Kaew)

“Koh Kham Noi is the ‘tiny island, tiny reef, tiny joy’ moment.”

🌺 The Feeling of Koh Sichang

Koh Sichang is the rugged, cliff‑blue chapter of Chon Buri — simple, natural, and quietly beautiful. The snorkeling is gentle and rocky, the water is clear on calm days, and every bay feels like a small secret.

It’s the island that makes you slow down.