Koh Lanta ...

... Yet another beautiful island community not spoiled by over-development. 

Sunset "Pool View" in Koh Lanta

Koh Lanta (เกาะลันตา) is an island off the coast of Southern Thailand on the Andaman Sea. Like many other destinations in Krabi Province, it is known for its diving and long white beaches. Koh Lanta consists of several islands, the two largest of which are Koh Lanta Noi (เกาะลันตาน้อย, "Small Lanta Island") and Koh Lanta Yai (เกาะลันตาใหญ่, "Big Lanta Island"). However, Koh Lanta Yai is where all the tourist action is so we will focus our attention there.

Koh Lanta is popular with tourists seeking a holiday away from the crowds and wild parties often associated with Patong in Phuket. It's popular with a significantly older crowd than nearby Phi Phi Island: more walking on the beach and watching the sunset than drinking and dancing. However, there are ample bars and the long term residents are friendly and do know how to party! It is also popular with families with young children, and of course, with divers.

Only accessible by ferry...

Koh Lanta is a little less well-known than Phi Phi Island, which has become more commercialized and crowded, but it is hardly undiscovered: the several beaches on the west coast of Koh Lanta Yai are each strung with a line of resorts and bungalows, although the farther down the island you venture, the less this is true. And even when the island is at it fullest, there will be a quiet place for you to relax AND the beaches are never full.

The main island is 6 km wide and over 30 km long, and is located approximately 70 km from Krabi Town. The island has 9 gorgeous white sandy beaches, more than 70 smaller islands and plenty with forests, coral reefs and under water life you can explore while diving or snorkeling. The geography of the island is typically mangroves; coral rimmed beaches; and rugged tree covered hills.

Snorkelling in Koh Rok

A paved road runs along the beaches from the northern part of the island almost all the way to the southern tip. The last 8 kilometers leading to the headquarters of the Mu Koh Lanta National Park in the south are quite hilly and aren't yet paved so can become quite tricky to negotiate if it rains. The landscape is dominated by a series of mountains covered with virgin rainforest. To the east features an old community that offers fascinating exploring

Koh Lanta is a melting pot of Buddhists, Thai-Chinese, Muslims and even sea gypsies. The majority of the population in the rural areas is Muslim. The area however, does not suffer from any religious tension and the folk live in peace and harmony. Most of the folk speak with a thick Southern dialect which is difficult for even other Thais to understand.

Plenty of Beach for every one ... 

The unique lifestyle of the Chao-Le (sea-gypsy) in Koh Lanta is well-worth seeing, it is a life-style that has been almost completely unaffected by the booming tourism on the island.

Here is a quick reference list of things to see and do while in Koh Lanta:

• Lanta Old Town is a small village on Koh Lanta's East side. It's one of the region's most culturally diverse with Chinese merchants, original Thai fishing families and an ancient Sea Gypsy community. Many years ago, Koh Lanta's Old Town acted as the port and commercial center for the island and provided a safe harbor for Arabic and Chinese trading vessels sailing between the larger ports of Phuket, Penang and Singapore. Today, Old Town is the district capital; it has a post office, Buddhist temple, Chinese temple and the island's hospital as well as a long pier. It's a charming place to visit and boasts many good restaurants and interesting shopping like handmade Hammocks and an original Batik and Art Gallery. It's also a great jumping off point to other Islands like Koh Bubu and Koh Talenbeng.
  
• Ban Saladan, approximately 3 km from Klong Dao Beach, is the tourist center of Koh Lanta. Facilities include inexpensive and easy to find transport, diving trips, banking and shopping.
  
•  Khao Mai Kaew Caves - Getting away from the beach for the day, tourists can visit the stunning Khao Mai Kaew Caves which are located in the centre of the island, offering a wonder of rocks and caverns and housing spectacular stalactites and stalagmites, some of the caves are just huge and one of them contains a pool. For getting around inside the caves you will need a guide, but one is cheap, around 200baht per person. You can also take an elephant-ride for arount 600baht per person. Take some good shoes, as the caves are slippery. The caves are located just off the lower of two cross-island roads, down a narrow 1.5 kilometer dirt path through the rubber plantations.
  
• Sea-Gypsy Village Known to the Thais as Chao-Le, sea gypsies have occupied the area for hundreds of years settling along the coast in stilt-built houses erected between the water level of high and low tide. They are unique in that they mix very little with the general population, speak their language and have their very own supernatural and traditional beliefs and rituals. And example of the latter is the Loy Ruea (floating boat) ceremony where the village men build a symbolic boat and place wooden statues of themselves in it along with nail pairings, hair and popped rice. By performing this ritual, they ask for forgiveness from the sea gods and for any wrongs that they may have done to the sea. It is believed that all evil is carried away in the symbolic boat.
  
• Orchid nursery farm is recommended to all those who like flowers. The farm is located at Long Beach (Pra Ae beach) and the entry fee is 30 Baht per person. It’s easily accessible by bike or motorbike.
  
• Koh Lanta Noi has no tourist facilities as such but is well worth a visit. Hire a motorbike and catch the ferry or long tail from Saladan Pier, there's a few circular roads, all well covered that will take you around the island to see the local way of life. There are a few local restaurants along the way so you can stop for some fried rice, pick up a map before you go from one of the tourist offices on Lanta Yai, and drive carefully!
  
• Kor Kwang beach, with its attractively curved shaped has lovely sand and clear aquamarine water.
  
• Klong Dao Beach, over the years, has developed into the most popular beach on the island with a spectacular 3km long beach of fine white sand and shallow clear water. Yet, because of its length, it is never really that busy. It is located just 2km from Saladan Pier. The beach has an abundance of accommodation ranging in cost from just a couple of hundred baht to a few thousand. It is more than ideal for those who like a quiet beach but prefer to have all the usual tourist facilities such as international food, music and bars etc.
  
•  Pra Ae (Long Beach) is situated on the north end of the island and is a stunning crescent of sand about 4km long. There is a lot of accommodation there but since it is spread out a lot, visitors get the feeling that place is peacefully quiet.
  
• Klong Khong beach, there is a klong (small river) running opposite the beach and an old coconut plantation. Towards the southern end is an area where the local fishermen tie  their boats to the shore. A rocky reef runs along the length of the shore making it difficult for swimming but great for admiring the sunset.
  
• Klong Nin beach is separated by a klong that runs down to the beach at the northern third of the beach dividing it in two. The beach is covered with coconut and pine trees and the back end is tropical rain forest. Like almost all beaches on Koh Lanta, Klong Nin offers a tranquil and peaceful atmosphere and its sand is white and fine. The northern stretch is the best for swimming as it has far fewer rocky paths than the southern part of the beach.
  
• Kantiang Bay is a kilometer long beach on a gently curving shoreline. It is home to a limited number of hotels and resorts, leaving the pristine beach with an uncrowded feeling even during the busy holidays. There are excellent corals for snorkeling as well. Lying 18 kilometers south of Baan Saladan, Kantiang beach is one of the most beautiful beaches on the island and was voted one of the "Top Ten Tropical Beaches in The World" by the Sunday Times of London.
  
• Koh Lanta National Park — there are two beaches in the National Park, such as Had Hin Ngam.

Koh Ngai (Hai Island)

There are no scuba diving sites on the island itself, all require a boat trip. However Lanta is the closest island to the famous Hin Daeng, Hin Muang and Koh Haa sites, so it is very popular with divers.

• Hin Daeng and Hin Muang near Koh Lanta are perhaps the best dive sites in Thailand (frequently ranking in the world’s top ten) with more than 200 hard corals and 108 reef fish species catalogued in a study underway, but thousands more organisms abound. Hin Daeng has the steepest and deepest reef in the whole of the country with fantastic marine life. Hin Muang next door is completely underwater and it is covered with delicate violet coral. The sites also have one of the world's highest incidences of whale shark sightings. We recommend to dive there with our friends of MV Giamani.
  
•  Koh Haa - this is the best site in Thailand for mixed groups of snorkelers and divers. For divers only, it offers amazing swim-throughs. In recent years Koh Haa has seen a large increase in the number of fish present at the reefs, due to committed conservation policies.
  
• Koh Rok - some of Thailand’s finest snorkeling spots are located off Lanta’s coast. Koh Rok, 47 km south of Lanta, is considered by most to be the pick of the bunch, though other people say they rate Koh Haa’s snorkeling even more highly. Koh Rok actually consists of two islands, Koh Rok Nai and Koh Rok Nok, both graced with powdery white sand beaches and with an extensive bed of coral in between. This sheltered and shallow channel is an ideal habitat for reef fish, and the place swarms with innumerable shoals of them. Visibility is very good, and many interesting species of reef fish can be found in these waters. Many snorkelers are most amazed by the sheer numbers of fish here, which swirl and swarm around the swimmers.
  
• 4 Island Trip - Koh Mook's amazing Emerald Cave is the highlight of this trip. The cave is a window into a lagoon through which safety-vest-clad swimmers are towed by local guides. The swim into the lagoon is fully eighty meters in length and a real adventure.

Elephant Trekking rides can be arranged to take visitors to the top of the hill in Koh Lanta National Park.

The east side of Koh Lanta with its rich mangrove forests and caves is a great option for off-the-beaten-path kayaking. Kayaking can also be done on Ko Talabaeng, the limestone cliff near Koh Lanta.

Wanna-be fishers can catch the likes of marlin, sailfish, barracuda, red snapper and tuna. Three different kinds of fishing trip are offered by private long tail boat: half-day, full day and night fishing.

Besides diving, Thai cooking courses on Koh Lanta are where wanna-be Thai cuisine chefs can learn to cook up all their favorite dishes such as tom yum kung, sweet green curry and chicken with cashew nuts.

In general, Southern Thai food is renowned for its spiciness. Much of the cuisine has its origins in Malay, Indonesian and Indian food. Favorite dishes from the south include Indian-style Muslim curry (massaman), rice noodles in fish curry sauce (Khanom Jeen) and chicken birayani.

As for Koh Lanta, reasonable priced and tasty seafood is obviously what most tourists long for when visiting a coastal province like Krabi. In this connection, the wing shell (หอยชักตีน) is Krabi’s famous cuisine. It is eaten with a spicy dip. In addition, stirred fried Spotted Babylon (หอยหวาน), which is found in mangrove forests, with chilies and basil is also famous and is common in Koh Lanta’s restaurants. Another great Krabi taste is, of course, seafood so as one would expect there are several restaurants with the 'catch of the day' displayed on ice outside. One can find all kinds of fish; juicy crabs and langoustines; shellfish, including giant oysters; as well as squid and lobsters.

Koh Lanta has a wide variety of restaurants, the kind that most visitors travel to Thailand for: beach-front locations serving delicious and inexpensive Thai and seafood dishes. Eateries line the beaches in front of the bungalows and no visitor will starve from lack of variety or interesting places to dine.

There's not much in the way of party nightlife, which, for many, is part of the Koh Lanta appeal - Relaxed. But there is always something going on if you ask around — there are a few restaurant/bars at the harbor, beaches and most hotels. Since it is a small island free of crime and drunkards, the local law-enforcers are more lenient about allowing bars to stay open until what time they wish, and that is usually when the last customer goes home.

How to get to Koh Lanta

By plane

The nearest airports are Krabi, Trang and Phuket. Krabi and Trang have direct roads and boat connections to Koh Lanta, and are the best options if you're only visiting Koh Lanta. Flying into Phuket is a better option if you're intending to spend time in Phuket and nearby islands, or, since Phuket has many more international flights, if you don't want to have to organize a domestic flight to Krabi or Trang from Bangkok. As an alternative to Bangkok, there are daily flights to Krabi directly to and from Singapore, as well as Kuala Lumpur.

Express transfer

The quickest service from Krabi Airport and Phuket Airport is by using the express transfer which is a combination of minivan and speedboat travel. If you arrive early you will not have to wait for the ferry and if you arrive late at these airports you can still arrive on Koh Lanta the same day.

From Krabi airport a 45 minute air conditioned minivan to the first car ferry port. You then go on board the speedboat which then takes you on a stunning boat ride across the water along the coastline of Koh Lanta. The journey takes approximately 15 minutes depending on weather and conditions. You will arrive directly in Saladan on Koh Lanta, where you are then transferred to your hotel by car. That means the total journey time should be 1.5 to 2 hours. This eliminates the waiting time at the car ferry and also if you are going from Koh Lanta to one of these airports allows you more time to enjoy your visit. The transfer costs are around THB 1950-2050 per person depending where you are going. In comparison, renting a private minivan only costs around THB 2500 in total, and there is not much gain in terms of duration with the speedboat, the private minivan will only take around 30 minutes more.

By car

Lanta ferry service  

Koh Lanta does not have roads connecting it directly to the mainland, but is served by car ferries. Take road 4206 off highway 4 about 20km south-east of Krabi airport. Drive to the end of the road, where there is a car ferry from Baan Hua Hin to Koh Lanta Noi. From the pier here, turn right and follow the "ferry" signs to the second car ferry to Koh Lanta Yai. Ferries operate 07:00-22:00.

There are plenty of car taxi and minivan taxi services from Krabi and the nearby airport. A seat in a ten person minivan from the airport to Koh Lanta will cost about 300 baht. These minivans usually don't have much room for luggage (although they can usually find room for one or two large suitcases together with backpacks for the rest of the passengers) so if you're not traveling light you might need to get a private taxi. This is what the dive masters do.

When travelling to/from Koh Lanta in the afternoon by road, allow 2–3 hours for the journey as the queues for the vehicle ferries can be lengthy. The passenger ferry which leaves Koh Lanta pier (high season) at 08:00 and arrives at Krabi pier at 10:00 is quicker.

By boat

Ferry services run from Krabi, Ao Nang and from Phuket via Ko Phi Phi to Koh Lanta Yai's Saladan pier. During high season, there are sometimes direct ferries as well. Ferry services are subject to weather and to demand: Many ferries have limited room for luggage. Often the ferries dock alongside each other, meaning that to get on and off passengers must clamber onto and across other boats with their luggage. However, boat staff often will be there to help you board your bags. All ferries can be booked online ahead on PhiPhiferry.com from all the destinations including Phuket, Krabi, Ao Nang, Railay, and Phi Phi as well as hotel pickup service except for in Phi Phi where there are no roads.

Services from Krabi depart Krabi pier at 10:30 and 13:30, taking 2 hours to reach Koh Lanta (200 baht including free pickup from Krabi hotels). There's a transit bus from Krabi town center for 10 baht. Ferries depart from Ko Phi-Phi at 11:30 and 14:00, and take 1 hour.

Services from Phuket in a single day, you will need to leave Phuket on the 08:00 ferry to transfer to the 11:30 ferry. Tickets to Koh Lanta are 200 baht from Ko Phi-Phi and 450 baht from Phuket.

Once you arrive, if you have a booking at a hotel/resort, there should be a person at the ferry exit with a sign giving the name of the hotel you have booked.

From Koh Lanta to other islands. Private companies on Koh Lanta operate boat services to many destinations.

Koh Lanta – Ko Phi Phi: 8.00 a.m. and 1.00 p.m., 350 baht

Koh Lanta – Krabi: 8.00 a.m. and 1.00 p.m., 300 baht (apparently, in high season, at least 400 baht)

Koh Lanta – Ko Phi Phi – Phuket: 1.00 p.m. and 2.30 p.m., 700 baht

Koh Lanta – Ko Phi Phi – Krabi: 9.00 a.m. and 1.30 p.m., 700 baht

By passenger van

EasyDayThailand or all the travel agents in Krabi Town can arrange passenger vans to Koh Lanta. There is no regular, scheduled van service from Krabi Airport, although vans and taxis can be chartered to Koh Lanta for about 2,000 baht per vehicle (2500 Baht if you are going to the southern end of Koh Lanta). Taxis (usually vans) are also available at the airport at the same rate.

There is a mini van service that runs between Krabi and Koh Lanta, However it must be booked in advance through your hotel or someone local, the cost is 400 Baht per person. Book early as it fills up quickly. It will pickup, drop off at the Airport. You should factor in 3 to 4 hours to get from Koh Lanta to the airport, since the mini van will pickup and drop off other people along the way.

So you can see there are many options to get to Koh Lanta, and that each depends on catching a boat (either a speed boat or ferry) and it is sometimes best to pre-schedule these trip. Feel free to contact Easy Day Thailand to make all your arrangements, let us handle all the details so you don’t have to worry about them.

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Phuket weather 17 May 2013

Some Rain During the night and thunder showers in the day.
Big clouds at horizon will probably bring some light rain but still enough blue sky to enjoy tours and activities.

Strong waves hit Patong Beach early morning and a lot of stuff washed ashore. But the clean up operation was immediate with staff from the local administration and beach operators making sure everything was collected and beach ready for an enjoyable day.

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No rain during the day, mild wind and small waves, forecast say that tomorrow could be raining. lets see.

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History Closeup – Visit the River Khwae Yai

Visit and explore the River Khwae Yai better known by westerners as the scene for the block buster movie “Bridge over the River Kwai” set during World War II.  This magnificent river runs through Kanchanaburi Province, flowing through Sangkhla Buri, Si Sawat, and Mueang Districts of Kanchanaburi Province, where it merges with the Khwae Noi to form the Mae Klong River.   Please note that in Thai it is pronounced ‘quay’ not ‘qui’ as was pointed out to me by my long time Thai girlfriend while actually watching the movie one night.

The Bridge on the River Kwai has been a magnetic draw and a fascinating attraction for countless tourists.  The river flows to the echoes of war-time stories of 1945 that has left its tragic imprint on the Bridge over the River Kwae. As a river flowing in western Thailand near the border of Myanamar, the River Kwae starts at the meeting place of Songkalia, the Bikhli Rivers and Ranti in Thailand. It merges with the Khwae Noi River where it forms the Mae Klong River and empties into the Gulf of Thailand at Samut Songkhram. The Vajiralongkorn Dam originally known as the Khao Laem Dam, is a hydroelectric dam on the river.

As a much-heard of river, tourists staying in comfortable accommodations would be interested in knowing that the Khwae River system is an important fishery area where 33 species of freshwater fish were recorded. Families and groups staying in colourful and elegant accommodations would love to see the mammals that include macaque monkeys, two or three species of leaf monkeys, otters, Asiatic Black Bear, Hog Badger and the Asian Wild Dog. Wildlife enthusiasts would love to see the fascinating array of wildlife in the lush forest area that is home to leopards, tigers, Asian elephants, Tapir, Banteng and Gaur, Water Buffaloes, the Sumatran Rhinoceres and the Brown-antlered Deer. There are 61 species of reptiles and 17 species of amphibians. Naturalists will be intrigued by exotic fauna and the wondrous sights at the Huai Kha Khaeng and the Thung Yai Wildlife Sanctuaries.

Visitors will have a great time at the week-long festival held in Kanchanaburi during late November to early December that commemorates the destruction and the last bombing of the bridge over the River Kwai. Displaying a stunning pyrotechnic show, this festival at Kanchanaburi has drawn thousands of visitors who have enjoyed the sound and light show, a carnival, folk and cultural programs, rides on vintage World War II trains and historical and archaeological exhibitions. With the first fair held in 1980, the tradition has been carried on ever since and exhibits local crafts, open theaters, exhibitions of pictures of World War II, food products and handicrafts. Tourists from spectacular accommodations can view the black iron structure that was constructed after the war and is still in use today. Families and groups can visit the small train museum that is located in front of the bridge and displays original war-time engines. Visitors can go sight-seeing in Kachanaburi with its lovely waterfalls, interesting caves, tall mountains, the much-talked of rivers and absorb a pure atmosphere that erupts with rich flora and fauna. Guests staying in great accommodations will find Kachanaburi attractive with many sight-seeing spots that include the Neolithic burial site at Ban-Kao.

With the River Kwai holding old memories of the war, it is peaceful and tranquil today that would prompt visitors to take long walks along its banks or go canoeing, sailing or rafting. Guests staying in exotic accommodations can view the green trees, mountains, the city area with resorts, restaurants and traditional houses. They can also visit the War Museum that showcases war instruments, many World War stories and artifacts, uniforms and photographs. The second and third floors of the house an Art gallery filled with paintings of the battles between the Burmese and the Thais. The third floor murals display the history of the Thais, portraits of political figures, Kymer-style wood carvings, lovely paintings of Chinese deities and Burmese Buddhas.

Amphoe Muang, Kanchanaburi, Thailand, outside the Town Hall is a bustling area. The river bank functions like the town's main street, with busy ferry landings, floating restaurants serving succulent freshwater fish and as the launching pier for Kanchanaburi's notorious disco rafting parties.

The river at this point broadens up to a width of almost a kilometer. It is here that the floating disco party special, a popular local outing, originated. The party venue is on a pair of big two storey raft houses floating in tandem, one serving as restaurant and the other a disco floor with powerful disco noise boxes. A tugboat tows out the floating party house pier down or up river to make merry out in the open waterway. While in the city, dining or lunching on the floating restaurants lining the riverbank is an unforgettable experience for the succulent freshwater fish and the local scenery. Ferries laden with farmers, their bikes and pickups ply the crossing every few minutes. An enlivening spectacle for diners is the departure of the disco party rafts, floating their merry ways down river until disappearing around the bend with their noisy music still reverberating over the water. Kanchanaburi borders with Myanmar (Burma).

A rugged mountain range, the Tennasarim, and almost impregnable jungle separate the two countries. British engineers surveyed the indomitable terrain in 1905 for a projected rail route and forthwith declared impossible to build. The Japanese army did it in 17 months in war-time conditions. A grim toll of over 100,000 lives was sacrificed to the harsh conditions, mostly sickness, through malnutrition, lack of medicine and medical care, resulting in epidemics which wiped out camp fulls of POW's and laborers by the thousands.

Every year, on April 25, friends and relatives of the Allied POW's come to visit their graves. The main cemetery is opposite Kanchanaburi train station with 6,982 copper-plaque tombstones. An other is at Chungai district across the River Kwai with 1,750 headstones. The cemeteries are immaculately tended all year round.

There are many attractions for visitors to see, including multiple museums and cemeteries, below is a partial list:

Kanchanburi City Gate an interesting site to see in the remains  of Kanchanaburi town is the Gate which was built in 1831 during the reign of King Rama III. It is located on Lak Mueang Road near the meeting point of the Khwae Yai and Khwae Noi Rivers.

The Chong Kai War Cemetery situated only 2 kilometers south of town on the bank of the Kwai Noi River, the cemetery occupies the site of the Chong Kai which once was the prisoner of war camp. Smaller in size, the cemetery attracts visitors to see its peaceful, well-designed landscape where 1,740 POWs rest in eternal peace.

War Museum and Art Gallery, located not far away from the Bridge on the River Khwae is a private museum which features the World War II story and art objects such as war weapons, army uniforms, photographs, jewelry, etc.  Opening Hours: Daily from 07.00 a.m. - 06.30 pm.  Admission: is 40 baht/person.

The Jeath War Museum, the name JEATH is derived from countries which engaged in the WWII death railway construction from 1942 to 1945, which included Japan, England, America, Australia, Thailand and Holland. Located in the area of Wat Chai Chumphon, the museum is a reconstruction of the POWs thatched detention hut with cramped, elevated bamboo bunks. On the wall of the huts, photographs and illustrations of the POWs living conditions are on display. POWs who survived from the camp have donated items to enhance the museums atmosphere and authenticity.  Opening Hours: Daily from 08.30 a.m. - 06.00 pm.  Admission: is 30 baht.

Tham Khao Pun Temple (Wat Tham Khao Pun), once a major POW camp, the temple where many Buddha images are enshrined is located in the middle cave and is surrounded by stalactites and stalagmites. The temple is 3 kilometers from Chongkai War Cemetery.

Tham Mangkon Thong Temple (Wat Tham Mangkon Thong) situated 5 kilometers from town, the splendid temple is located in a cave which is only assessable via steps flanked by dragon carvings on both sides. The temple is well known for the incredible performance of a nun floating on the surface of a deep pool. A small museum displaying a variety of ancient objects found in the area is located nearby. Visitors can take buses from Kanchanaburi - Dan Makham Tia and get off at the temple.

Tham Phu Wa Temple (Wat Tham Phu Wa), the compound which is set in natural surroundings is situated approximately 15 kilometers away from the city. The temple is famous for meditation courses. In addition, there is a beautiful cave with plenty of stalactites that is worth a visit.

Ban Kao National Museum, a small Tambon (sub-district) located on the bank of the Kwai Noi River approximately 35 kilometers from the city is a site where some ancient Stone Age tools were found. In addition, a Neolithic burial site was discovered by the Dutch Allied POW, Dr. Van Hickderen who was forced to build the Death Railway. The consequences of findings revealed that tambon Ban Kao was once a dwelling of prehistoric men. Some critical discoveries included skeletons of prehistoric men, tools made from gravel stone and axes. The Ban Kao Museum houses skeletal remains, pots, axe heads, jewelry made from animal bones, and other artifacts dating from that period.  Opening Hours: Wed - Fri from 09.00 am. - 04.30 pm.  Admission: is 30 baht.

Somdet Phra Sri Nakharin Park, covering an area of 200 rai, the park is situated in Kanchanaburi's Agricultural College, tambon Nong Ya, approximately 9 kilometers from town. Local residents also dubbed the place as the Stone Garden as there are stones of different sizes and shapes scattered in the park.

Thailand - Burma Railway Centre, it is located near the Kanchanaburi War Cemetery (Don Rak), it puts on an exhibition of history of the Thailand – Burma railway from the invasion of the Imperial Japanese Army, planning and construction of the railway, its geography, living condition in POW camps, medical aspects, summary of deaths, operation, bombing and end of the railway, as well as aftermath of the war. Hours: Daily from 09.00 am. – 05.00 pm.  Admission: is 80 bath for adults and 40 bath for children under 14.

Ancient Town of Kanchanaburi, located in Tambon Lat Ya between Km. 2 – 3 on Highway 3199 off Highway 323. It used to be a border outpost confronting Burmese armies arriving through the Three Pagodas Pass since the Ayutthaya period and through to the Rattanakosin Period (ca. 1548 – 1784). Mounds of the rectangular earthen wall measuring 167 x 355 sq.m. and four corner fortresses still remain to be seen.

Pa Lelai Temple (Wat Pa Lelai) known locally as Wat Pha Ok and built in the Ayutthaya Period. The Mondop – a square building – once enshrined a seated Buddha image in the gesture of subduing Mara, which was drilled through the chest – ‘Pha Ok’ in Thai. An image of the Buddha receiving offerings from a monkey and an elephant known as ‘Palilayaka’ - Pa Lelai - was later constructed to replace the former one. Remains of architecture within the temple include Mondop, Wihan and round brick Chedi with clay mortar and cement coating.

Khun Phaen Temple (Wat Khun Phaen) from the side entrance of Wat Pa Lelai toward the training camp of the Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University, this is an abandoned temple built in the Ayutthaya Period. The complex included Phra Prang, which was the principal building of the temple, remains of which are still to be seen, Phra Ubosot, directional and satellite Chedis, and Wihan.

Mae Mai Temple (Wat Mae Mai) built in the Ayutthaya Period and located some 300 metres to the east of Wat Khun Phaen. There are 2 groups of architectural remains. The remains in the north include a large round Chedi situated on a plinth and rectangular west-facing Wihan. The remains in the south include a medium-scale east-facing Wihan, satellite Chedis and rectangular boundary wall, with a so-called ‘Sa Lang Kraduk’ or ‘bone-washing’ pond in between. Ruins of Wat Nang Phim or Wat Kanchanaburi Kao are located nearby.

The Nine-Army Battle Historical Park established by the Royal Thai Army, the park is located at tambon Chong Sadao, approximately 40 kilometers from town on Highway No. 3199. It was built to commemorate the great battle under the command of King Rama I to defend the kingdom against the invasion by King Bodawpaya of Burma in 1795. Thais know this event under the name of the Nine-Army Battle. The park is a center for historical research and conservation tourism that also provides information on the great battle. A sand table displaying battlefields and diagrams depicting the battle strategy are on display.  Opening Hours: Daily from 08.00 am. to 05.00 pm.
 
As you can see, the area is rich in history from many era’s with no lack of museums and things to see and explore.  If you want to learn more about Thailand, don’t hesitate to contact us to arrrange your adventure into the past.

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Sarasin Bridge - Phuket Island

What is commonly referred to as Sarasin Bridge is in fact three bridges over the Pak Prah Strait connecting Phuket Island to Mainland Thailand at Tha Noon in Phang Nga Province.

The original Bridge which was named the Sarasin Bridge (after a former Prime Minister) was built in 1967 replacing the old ferry which was once the only vehicle crossing to Phuket.

This bridge became famous in Thailand after the double suicide of “Dam and Gew” a Romeo and Juliet style story – him a lowly bus driver and her a student from a very wealthy local family. A Thai Film was made of this story called the Bridge of Love. More about the tragic story here.

Over the years the level of traffic crossing to and from the Island has increased massively, this lead to the construction of a second bridge (Thao Thepkrasattri Bridge) around the turn of the Millennium. This new bridge was used for all southbound traffic heading on to the Island while Sarasin Bridge then carried the Northbound traffic off the Island.

With the original bridge aging, traffic levels increasing and a call from the boating fraternity to allow passage through the strait a new bridge started construction in 2009 and was completed in 2011. This new bridge which lies in between the two older bridges has been named the Thao Srisoonthorn Bridge.

It is believed that the Thepkrasattri Bridge was named due to it being on Thepkrasattri Road, however naming the new bridge Srisoothorn links both bridges to Phuket's heritage as these were the Royal names bestowed on Than Puying Chan (wife of the then recently deceased governor of Phuket) and her sister Khun Muk – Phuket's “Heroines” - after they saved Phuket from Burmese invasion in 1785. A statue of these two women, known as the Heroines Monument stands in the centre of a traffic circle on the main highway south of Phuket airport.

With the opening of the Srisoonthorn bridge all the northbound traffic has been diverted to the new bridge and the old Sarasin bridge has been closed to traffic and renovated as a pedestrian promenade. As part of the renovations the central section has been raised (to allow boats to pass under) and a viewpoint tower has been added at either end of the raised section. Already this has become a very popular sunset viewpoint for both locals and tourists.

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Khao Sok - Private Tours

More of our custom made tours designed for independently minded travellers who want to side step
the big bus tours but don't want the hassle of organizing everything themselves. We take care of the
details while you enjoy the sights and the nature at your own pace. 

We believe that freedom during your valuable holiday time is the most important thing so there is no
fixed itinerary, we design it around what you want. These are the general guidelines and our
recommendations:

Day Tour to Khao Sok National Park

Tubing at Sok River

Your driver and your English speaking guide will collect you at your hotel around 7:30am and start to drive north. After 1-1.5 hours, depending on your hotel location, we stop for a coffee break in a local place at Khok Kloy town, a few km after crossing Sarasin Bridge which connects Phuket to the mainland. Around 10:30-11:00 we reach Khao Sok and start an amazing canoeing OR "river tubing" experience on the river (your choice between the two), completely surrounded by the wilderness of the oldest rain forest on Earth. If you choose the canoe, pleasant and professional local paddlers are provided, but you can also paddle by yourself if you prefer.

For those who are not familiar with it, the river tubing is a mix of relaxation and fun as we go with the water flow sitting in the big doughnuts. Some sections of the Sok River are slow and quiet, while others have little rapids to make the descent more exciting. This is an amazing experience that makes you really feel as if you are part of the jungle itself and the stunning limestone cliffs nearby. If you are looking for a more action-packed tubing experience you can check the Kapong Tubing Safari Day Tour.

After about 1 hour descending downstream will stop on the riverside at "Tham Pla", a cave where you can spot a lot of local fish (Tham Pla literally means "fish cave" in Thai). Back on the canoe/tubing and further downstream will then stop for a special lunch at a little local restaurant by the river

Around 14:00 we arrive at the “pier” where the driver is waiting for us ready to start the way back
to Phuket; depending on time, weather and traffic, we have the opportunity for one more stop and
additional sightseeing or activity such as visiting  the Tsunami Memorial “Police Boat 813 ”, Turtle
Conservation Centre, short Elephant Trekking and more that you can decide with your guide.
We arrive back at the hotel around 18:30

*timing is approximate and might vary depending on hotel's location, logistics, weather etc.

Price:
1 to 4 person: THB 11,400 (in total)
Extra person: THB   2,900 / person

Children: 5-11 years THB 900 per child, kids below 5 years of age are free of charge.

Included: All transfers, knowledgeable and friendly English speaking guide, Lunch, soft drinks, local beers (two cans per adult), canoe OR tubing with related equipment, tax and insurance, National Park fees.

Note: Elephant Trekking available on request - Surcharge 1,000 THB per person

2D/1N - Khao Sok Overnight Tour

View at Cliff & River Jungle Resort

Two great days in nature, a good balance between adventure and relaxation.

DAY 1

Same itinerary as DAY TOUR, but after canoe/tubing we check in at Cliff & River Jungle Resort in
Standard Room (double/twin sharing) enjoy the place with SPA, pool and natural surroundings, relax in the wonderful atmosphere, dinner.

DAY 2

We recommend an early wake up to witness the mist that at night time came up from the humid
trees and hangs over the hills, the insects chirp, the birds are not angry and the wild gibbons call
through the jungle. Then mists slowly clear revealing the 300m vertical cliff that towers over the
resort.

Around 8:30am we enjoy the nice Thai-American breakfast and then we get moving for a very
nice scenic Jungle Trek that lasts approximately 3 hours (5-6 km). During the walk we see
several kinds of local flora and fauna, and sometimes there's also the chance to spot wild monkeys
and boars. At the end of the walk we reach a nice spot on the river where the water is clean and can
have a refreshing dip.

As an alternative to the Jungle Trek, for those who are not keen on walking or have different interests,
there is the opportunity to do Elephant Trekking instead. It takes place in a nice jungle area near
Khao Lak and lasts approximately one hour, here we also find a small  scenic waterfall.
After the activities we enjoy a tasty lunch and start to head back towards Phuket Island, on the way
we can do some additional stops for sightseeing like Tsunami Memorial “Police Boat 813 ”, Turtle
Conservation Centre, and more that you can decide with your guide. Just few minutes before
crossing Sarasin Bridge and enter Phuket Island we stop for a coffee break at 360° Andaman View
Point from where you have a stunning view over the Phuket and the Andaman Sea.
We arrive back to the hotel around 18:00.

Price:
1 to 4 person: THB 25,500 (in total)
Extra person: THB   5,900 / person

Note: Elephant Trekking available on request - Surcharge 1,000 THB per person

Included: All transfers, knowledgeable and friendly English speaking guide, Lunch (Day 1), soft drinks, local beers (two cans per adult), canoe OR tubing with related equipment, Dinner (Day 1), one night
accommodation in Standard Room (Double/Twin sharing) at Cliff & River Jungle Resort, Breakfast
(Day 2), Lunch (Day 2), tax and insurance, National Park fees.


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Reviews - Family dive trip on MV Sai Mai

Sandra and her family had a great time on board our MV Sai Mai. Below Review comment was posted on Trip Advisor in May 2013. 

"Our family took a 3-day, 2-night trip on the Sai Mai in April, and it was wonderful. We booked the boat because it is small, as my husband and I wanted to hit the great dive sites, but also allow our three kids (ages 5, 7 and 8) to snorkel and enjoy the ride. The boat was great, plenty roomy and comfortable accommodations. Food was wonderful and help was always available anytime you needed anything.

MV Sai Mai

When we booked the trip, we hoped that we would be the only ones aboard, and indeed the owner told us the night before that we would be. However, to be safe, we had asked that he warn any other divers who booked that there would be kids aboard. After all, we understand that someone looking for a dive/party trip may not want to be bothered by children. In the end, we travelled with two lovely women from Germany, and learned that they had not been warned about the kids. Luckily, they were wonderful, and said they did not mind the kids being around an all. I hope they were telling the truth! But they were wonderful people and great dive partners.

Speaking of the diving, it was very good. Squid, octopus, ghost pipe fish, sharks, beautiful coral, it was all here. Andreas, the dive master, was very knowledgeable and adept at finding the little creatures that you wouldn't want to miss. He also handled the gear so well, getting everything ready appeared effortless. Great prep talks for the dive, even resorting to his own home made maps, when pre-made ones were not available. He was also fun to talk to topside.

A second guide, Jason, joined along to take the kids snorkelling while we were diving. He was endlessly patient, and the children had a wonderful time. My husband and I also did, as we knew they were well taken care of while we were diving. I'm sure this is not Jason's usual job, as he works dive boats and I'm sure is usually leading dives. But he was great.

Simply put, we would love to dive from the MV Sai Mai again when we visit Thailand. We would definitely request the same crew and staff. Highly recommend this outfit to anyone" 

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Day Trip to Koh Tachai Island - Inspection in March 2013

Koh Tachai Island was closed up to two years ago and now the Similan Islands National Park have opened it for Snorkeling Tours.

Koh Tachai - Similan Is National Park

For many years we have dived around this island so we knew that nature and marine life here are beautiful, we have seen here many times Manta and Whale Sharks. The Island stands alone between Simlan Islands National Park and Surin Islands National Park, nothing either than the Indian Ocean to West and to East is Thailand mainland.

Koh Tachai The beach

Now was time to finally step on it and discover how beautiful the place is, we booked a day trip with our selected operator and got ready at 8:00 am for pick up that was actually five minutes earlier, we were the first. We were staying at Khao Lak Country Side, that is close to the beach despite the name. Then went around the different hotels to collect other customers, last pick up was at Jw Marriot Khao Lak around 8:40 am on the way North to Ban Nam Kem where the boat was departing from (at the end of season boats normally depart south of Khao Lak from Tab Lamu).

Speed Boat inside

There was a nice welcome with coffee, tea and water while we waited for every one else to arrive and then a simple briefing about the schedule during the day and rules to follow on the boat and at the Island. We followed our guide down the road to the beach where boat was waiting for us. Took our places on board and the other staff were introduced,the three four strokes engines were started and soon we were sailing full speed to Koh Tachai.

The Island is about 30 miles off shore, the sea was flat as normal in mid March so it was easy to get there in about one hour and 20 minutes. Amazing colors, getting close to Tachai Island the sea went from dark Blue to emerald and then almost white as the water there is so clear that you only see the white sand bottom.

A quick stop at the beach to unload food, beverages and staff, those who like to enjoy more the beach the refreshing trees and snorkeling from the shore got off the boat.

Koh Tachai Rest area

Those remaining, about 15 people of the 30 on board, stayed on the boat and in 10 minutes we were snorkeling on the reef. It is strictly forbidden to feed the fish so you won't just see the small fishes coming close to you for some bread but the real reef life. The white sand bottom and clear water makes it very easy to see colors and fishes, guides are in the water to be sure that those not confident at swimming don't get caught in the current.

Koh Tachai north reef

We suggest to bring your fins, it will make it easier to get back to the boat and more fun exploring a bigger area and getting close to the drop off. Koh Tachai is exposed to tidal currents so when water level changes current can be strong and it is recommended to stay close to the boat and the guides.
One hour snorkeling is good to make people hungry so we went back to the beach and near the Rangers base the staff did a great job preparing a lot of food, with BBQ sea food, shrimps, noodles, veggies and lot more.

Lunch time at Koh Tachai

Lunch time

Home made Thai sweets

Thai sweets to refresh

Relax and if you like enjoy one hour exploration of Tachai Rain Forest where can see birds and the big "chicken" Crabs, so called because of the sound they make.

Koh Tachai Rain Forest

I preferred to swim and enjoy more snorkeling and walk on the beach made of incredibly fine white sand. Between the parked boats you can sometimes see baby reef sharks that come close to shore to hunt small fishes and crabs.

Koh Tachai the beach

Speed boat to Koh Tachai moored at the beach

Around 15:00 staff pack all their equipment, collect all rubbish and call everyone to get on board, ready for the trip back to the hotel, on board more water and soft drinks are available. We were at our hotel around 17:30.

Three engines speed boat to Koh Tachai

Best time to visit is between January and mid April when sea and weather conditions are at their best. Bring your towel, fins, and a lot of sunscreen, best is a sunscreen vest, a hat and some money to tip crew and guides that do a great job everyday. Toilets and showers, well kept and clean, are available on the Island that has a fresh water reserve.

You can enjoy this day tour from Phuket or Khao Lak
 

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Malila was in Koh Tachai

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Full Day Krabi Kayaking Trip

Mangrove Kayaking

This kayaking tour will take you off the beaten track to the unspoilt part of Thambok Koranee National Park - Krabi Province. Here you will enjoy 3 hours Kayaking through the fascinating mangrove channels and  limestone caves, where you also have the opportunity to spot some of the interesting local wildlife. You will also spend some time at the beautiful waterfall in the National Park where you can have a cooling swim, while later you will pay a visit to one of the most interesting and unique temples in the province, "Wat Bang Rieng".

Hidden Limestone Bay

Cave Kayaking

Itinerary:

Thambok Koranee Waterfall

• 7:00-7:45 Pick up at your Phuket Hotel and drive north towards Krabi Province.
• 9:30-9:45 Coffee break at the restaurant
• 10:00 Approximately 3 hours Kayaking through the mangroves and lagoon, then the caves of "Tham Lod" and "Tham Pi Hua To". You can choose to paddle yourself or let the friendly trained paddlers provided do it for you.
• 13:00 Back to start point and enjoy a tasty Set Menu Lunch at the scenic raft restaurant.
• 14:00 Move to the beautiful waterfalls, just 10 minutes away in Thambok Koranee National Park.
  Spend one hour playing and relaxing at the waterfalls.
• 15:00 Move to the spectacular Temple "Wat Bang Rieng" (a.k.a. Patronage Temple) where you can take great pictures and with a bit of luck can also spot the local "giant black squirrel".
• 16:30 Head back to Phuket.
• 18:00-18:30 Arrive back at your hotel.

Wat Bang Rieng

Price: Adult 3,000 THB per person - Child (4-11 yrs) 2,000 THB per person

Included: round trip Phuket hotel transfer (hotels in remote areas may require surcharge), Thai Set Menu Lunch (vegetarian on request), refreshments, National Park and Temple admission fees, English speaking guide, Kayaking gear and waterproof bags, tax and insurance.

What to bring: swim wear, sunglasses, sun screen, camera, spare dry clothes.

Wat Bang Rieng

NOTES: the order of the stops may vary depending on daily tidal situation in order to provide the nicest experience to the guests. This program is not recommended to children below 3 years of age.
Transfers from Krabi/Ao Nang hotels are possible, must check case by case.

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Wat Bang Rieng

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Photo Friendly Tours

Adriano Trapani

Here at EasyDayThailand, we understand everyone wants to take amazing photographs of theirspecial holiday to Phuket, and share the wonderful memories with their family and friends back at home. Therefore, we have developed specially tailored photo sightseeing tours, with this just in mind.

We work with one of the top professional photographers on the island, Adriano Trapani, who is a long term resident in Phuket, and knows all the best spots to capture those amazing shots and experience the true wonder of Phuket's history, culture, nature and people.

You do not need to have any fancy or expensive camera equipment to enjoy our unique photo sightseeing tours, any camera will do. And we guarantee you will be pleased with the results.

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Phuket Island Private Photo Tours

Phuket is a big island with many attractions and things to see, that you should not miss during your stay. There are big cultural diversities between the different areas of the island, each one has its own unique style, charm and points of interest. Some of these attractions are very popular with the tour operators on the island, with many visitors each day while others are not so popular. Those destinations off the beaten track are still very much worth a visit, especially to get those great photographs.

Here at EasyDayThailand, we make sure that your private sightseeing tour stays as private as possible, by avoiding the peak tourist times of the main attractions and taking you to our favourite 'off the beaten track' hot spots!

Private Half Day Photo Tour

Chalong Temple

Your driver with private a/c minivan will pick you up at hotel at 8:30 and drive towards your first of 2-3 destinations (Phuket Old Town, Temples & Shrines, Museums, Markets, View Points, Waterfalls…) where you will spend between 1 and 2 hours visiting and being coached on how to get the best memories with your camera.

Once you've visited your third destination of the morning, depending on your pace, you may have some extra time to visit some more places in the area or head directly for lunch at a local restaurant.

After lunch your driver will take you back to your accommodation, arriving around 13:30.

This program can also be done in the afternoon starting around 13:30 and ending around 18:30

Price: 2,500 THB per person (minimum 2 person)

Included: private photography tutoring by our professional photographer and tour guide, private transportation in a/c minivan for 5 hours, water and soft drinks on board, set menu lunch, tax, insurance.

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Full Day Tour

Old Phuket Town

Your driver with private a/c minivan will pick you up at hotel at 8:30 and drive towards your first of 2-3 morning destinations (Phuket Old Town, Temples & Shrines, Museums, Markets, View Points, Waterfalls…) where you will spend between 1 and 2 hours visiting and being coached on how to get the best memories with your camera.

Once visited your third destination of the morning, depending on your pace, you may have some extra time to visit some more places in the area or head directly for lunch at a local restaurant.

After lunch you will be heading for more Island touring and photo opportunities. For example, one of the most characteristic destinations is Old Phuket Town to enjoy the heritage and in particular the Sino-
Portuguese architecture, not to mention the several attractive old Chinese shops. Probably you have some more time to enjoy some other interesting spots nearby at your leisure.

Back to the hotel around 17:30.

Price: 3,500 THB per person (minimum 2 person)

Included: private photography tutoring by our professional photographer and tour guide, private transportation in a/c minivan for 9 hours, water and soft drinks on board, set menu lunch, tax, insurance.

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Weekend Evening Tour

Your driver with private a/c minivan will pick up at hotel at 16:30-17:00 and bring you to Kata View Point where you can take stunning photos of the coastline and its lush nature. From Kata View point you will then be taken to Promthep Cape which is located in the extreme southern tip of Phuket Island. From this location you can enjoy a breathtaking sunset. And take beautiful photos to show back home.

After sunset you will be taken to enjoy a tasty set menu dinner at a local seafood restaurant. Last and most iconic destination is the famous Naka Market (also known as Weekend Night Market) in Phuket Town where you can find a lot of interesting things for shopping and street food stalls.

You will be back to the hotel around 22:30-23:00.

NOTE: this tour is available only on Saturday and Sunday as the Naka Market (Night market) only operates on weekends.

Price: 2,500 THB per person (minimum 2 person)

Included: private photography tutoring by our professional photographer and tour guide, private transportation in a/c minivan for 6 hours, water and soft drinks on board, set menu lunch, tax, insurance.

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Phuket is a big island and it's great to get out and explore. Below you will find information about places you should see while visiting Phuket.

Phuket Travel Guide

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Reviews - Liz C.

Liz joined our Phi Phi Premium Tour and Easy Day's Private Phang Nga Bay Sightseeing Tour

"Hi Pornsri,

My friends and I had a wonderful time in Phuket. Thanks for all the help! I'd like to especially thank Ingo and Francesco. They were very patient with all our questions and requests.

I left a very good review on Trip Advisor, too.

I hope to visit Phuket again! I'd definitely recommend you to my friends. :)

Cheers!Liz"

James Bond Island

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The Old Phuket at Karon Beach, Phuket, is a Sino-Portugese style Resort. The atmosphere in the resort will take you back to the old days of the spice trade, tin mining and Chinese junks that dominated the Phuket of the old days.

The Old Phuket

Deluxe Room - Sino Wing

Pool at The Old Phuket Sino Wing

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