KhaolakTourism

2 Phang Nga Bay Phang Nga Bay is certainly the crown of all the must-visit sites in the province of Phang Nga, to which Khao Lak belongs. Located roughly a one-hour drive south of Khao Lak, Phang Nga Bay is a Marine National Park that covers 400sqkm. Similar to (though smaller than) Ha Long Bay in Vietnam, Phang Nga Bay features 42 islands in the form of tall limestone cliffs pierced by caves and tunnels, towering out of the emerald waters of the bay. The ecological importance of this area is second to none. Sheltering over 80 bird species (including the endangered Malaysian plover and Asiatic dowitcher), over 25 species of mangrove, as well as many other fauna and flora specimens, Phang Nga Bay offers the opportunity to discover a stunning natural environment which is more than 10,000 years old. The bay counts a few landmarks that should not be missed during a visit, though their global reputation means that they may be slightly overcrowded during high season. Koh Panyee is a fishing...

Khao Lak certainly has more than 10 things to see Khao Lak certainly has more than 10 things to see, but we’ve tried to narrow it down to just the most notable attractions and places to discover in this superb region of southern Thailand. Khao Lak is something of a newcomer on the radars of international tourism, although this destination has seen a strong increase of visitors through the past 10 years. Khao Lak must-see attractions and places offers a decidedly eclectic choice of items. From the virgin tropical islands such as the Similans or the Surins that lie off its coast to its endless beaches to the pristine rainforests that cover its hinterland, Khao Lak is not short in natural wonders. Discover below the 10 best attractions in Khao Lak, which are sure to be the highpoints of your holiday in the province of Phang Nga. 1 Similan Islands The Similan islands lie 90 minutes by speedboat off the coast of Phang-Nga, or eight or more hours by slow boat from Phuket. The area was declar...

HOW TO GET TO SIMILAN ISLANDS Similan islands, how to get there? Traveling to the  Similan Islands  is very easy since you can follow multiple roads to the paradise. The fastest way is by plane but you can also reach the islands via sailboat or speedboat. The Similian Islands are located on 570 kilometers south from Bangkok but are fairly good accessible by road and boat. We will describe the fastest ways to getting to the Similan Islands from from Bangkok While Flying to the Similan Islands isn’t possible you can fly to the popular island of Phuket. Daily flights leave from Bangkok International Airport to Phuket International Airport. The prices for a return ticket are averaging around $125. When you land on Phuket you will have to take the boat from Chalong or Patong (closer to the islands) that brings you to the Similan Islands within a few hours depending on which Island to visit.  Koh Tachai  will take up to four hours and  Koh Similan  only two or th...

WHEN TO VISIT THE SIMILAN ISLANDS The fragile and unique eco systems on the Similan Islands  are one of the major attractions of the area. But because the fragility of the nature reserve it can’t endure the massive tourist industry. Therefore, the Government of Thailand is protecting the Islands by closing them down for the public during the Monsoon season, which starts around May and ends in October. Between these dates the park is closed for all tourist and other visitors. Unfortunately the remoteness of the Islands does not fully protect them. Since, in the monsoon season local fishermen conduct a high amount of illegal fishing which sadly enough batters the fragile coral reefs. Additionally, some of the Similan Islands are prohibited for to enter all year around because unique species of sea turtles are nesting on the beaches. You can find all the information about these restrictions on our website. Read more on  how to get to the Similan Islands here .