Jabu Yacht Charter

Jabu yacht Charter a video by EasyDayThailand on Flickr.

Enjoy a day in paradise on board Jabu!

Phuket Weather Update 21/27 of January 2014

Here is the latest weather report for those keeping a check on your next holiday destination.

The Weather this time of year is very settled and quite mild for Thailand, with gentle cooler winds blowing down from the North East these winds keep it cooler. Being January and the rest northern hemisphere is shivering in the coldest time of year Phuket is basking is more favorable time of the year.

Even with the trouble in Bangkok Phukets beaches are busier than ever with Patong, Nai Harn, Surin and Laem Singh beaches recording high levels of customers. You can always guarantee great weather this time of year.

Phuket benefits from the cooler winds, though it still basks in glorious sunshine, it is the humidity that has been switched off. The weather this time of year does not change too much but it is pretty much near perfect. It is this weather in the winter months that attracts mass migration from European shores to the wonderful tranquil beaches of Phuket.]

Its also perfect weather for one of our Sunset Dinner Cruises


Here below is the last weeks weather:-

Tuesday 21st January: Max Temp 29 degrees with slight north east breeze. A little broken cloud cover all beaches reported excellent swimming and other water sport opportunities.


Wednesday 22nd January: Max Temp 30 degrees very little breeze, broken cloud cover, from the north temperature at night dropped down to 24 degrees very pleasant indeed.


Thursday 23rd January: Max Temp 30 degrees and at night hit a low of 21 degrees at night which is amazing for Phuket, again very little breezes during the day.

The dates for Phuket Bike Week have been announced Coming Shortly...

Friday 24th January: Max Temp 30 degrees down to a very pleasant 22 degrees. The cloud cover was minimal with very gentle breezes.

Saturday 25th January: Max Temp 32 degrees and dropped down to 20 degrees in the evening. Today was the hottest day of the week and also it dropped down to the coldest. Still warm though.

Sunday 26th January: Max Temp 31 degrees today with a night time low of 22 degrees. Another hot day with minimum humidity perfect weather.

Sunday 27th January: Max Temp 31 degrees down to a night time low of 24 degrees some parts 25 degrees. Very little clouid cover and north easterly breezes.

Maybe we have seen an end to some relatively mild weather: we shall see again next week. Until then, be sure to check out the upcoming events:-

COMING SOON!!!

Phuket Bike Week combines pure power and style with the gentle Thai culture; bringing together from all over South East Asia, some of the best motorbikes available today.

There are some machines here this week, if you are a motorbike lover, it’s the perfect atmosphere of mega machines, oil and beer, and of course some very interesting hair designs...

Chinese New Year will bring celebrations all over the island next week, with cultural events, festivals and concerts and parties in Phuket Town. In fact Phuket Town will become a hive of activity...

Marco and Rachel's Wedding In Phuket

Marco and Rachel's Wedding is just around the corner and if you would like to join them on their special day here is everything you need to know.

Diego and Francesco at Easy Day Thailand have the answers to all your questions and are waiting to hear from you.

As you probably know by now, Marco and Rachel have decided to tie the knot and have chosen the beautiful island of Phuket in Thailand as the place to say I DO.

One of the reasons behind their choice was not only because of the idyllic location and gorgeous scenery or the kindness and warmth that the locals show to visitors but also they decided to marry here because of the wonderful memories they have and shared here, and they want to share it with as many family and friends as possible.

The Easy Day Team appreciates the journey many people will be making and would like to make the trip as smooth as possible for all. So we have put together several ideas and possible solutions to any travel and accommodation plans that need arranging, including Taxi’s to get around Phuket.

Marco and Rachel will stay at Kata Lucky Villa.

They recommend the following alternative resorts for you to stay:-

• Kata Country House is set in a landscaped tropical garden close to the Beach, restaurants and nightlife. Contact Us Now!
• Katathani Beach Resort is one of the most famous resorts in the whole of Phuket Island, located on Kata Noi Beach. Contact Us Now! 
• Malisa Villas  Malisa Villa Suites in Kata offers private surroundings where you can relax and feel free to do as you please. Contact Us Now!
  

Airport Transfers

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Things To Do in Phuket

Raya Speed boat: One of our Racha Island Tours is the easiest way to visit Racha Yai Island (Koh Raya Yai). An island located just 23km south of Phuket

Sunset Cruise & Dinner: Selected Phuket Dinner Cruise trips from Phuket Island. Departing from Chalong Bay for cruises around southern Phuket or tours in to Phang Nga Bay.

Phang Nga Bay Tour: Our James Bond Island & Phang Nga Bay Tours are a wonderful way to explore the beauty around Phuket Island.

Biking in the lost Ancient city

After I been to Ayutthaya (Ancient city 2nd capital of Thailand) so many time. I hear people talking about do the biking tour in Ayutthaya and get there by train. It’s actually the whole next level of the way I see it as it use to be. Before we go any further let’s me tell you a bit about this city.

Ayutthaya is an ideal destination for those looking for a short trip away from Bangkok, but actually there are plenty of interesting things that you can do here. Besides the old Temples and nice Palace there is also the opportunity to learn more about Thai culture and the life style of the local people who live along the river. You can also ride a bicycle around the historical park. It is just a great way to feel and touch the beauty of the Kingdom of Thailand.

This morning we start early by get to Hualumpong main train station. We catch the train from Bangkok to Ayutthaya. It took us around one and half hour to be in the heart of Ayutthaya.

On the way we can see the local area where local people live mix with rice field. This’s what you are not going to see if you take a big hi-way road trip to Ayutthaya. Finally we got there late in the morning then we rent the bicycles near by the station.

Then continue our journey across the river by took our bite on the ferry and continue our ride to “ Wat Mahathat” which is typical of the Ayutthaya ruins: large crumbling stupas surrounded by low laterite walls and rows of headless Buddha. One Buddha-head is in a tree trunk. It’s one of Ayutthaya’s icons that you can’t miss.

Then visit Wat Lokayasutharam where you will meet the big reclining Buddha. It is located in the ruins of Viharn and facing towards the East. It was constructed of bricks and cement in Middle Ayutthaya Period and is 37 meters long and 8 meters high. 

Then visit “Wat Mongkhonbophit” which was a royal temple. Here they have a very famous big meditation Buddha image.

And just a few minutes walk we will visit the old loyal palace. where the king use to live and his successors performed religious ceremonies.

Then check in at a typical Thai house style accommodation surrounded by a canal and beautiful garden. Here you will feel like time is just frozen from Ayutthaya period and tonight if you still feel like you have an energy.

You probable go out and have a look of Night view of Ayutthaya at night and check it out for local pub around in town.

                                                                                                  

Second day

After we finish our breakfast we head to the “Ayutthaya Floating Market “ It’s a very picturesque spot. Enjoy the canal boat, tropical Thai fruit and flowers as you see the life style of the Thai people from 40 years ago. Then enjoy lunch at a local Thai restaurant in the market. After the market we continue our journey to the Ayutthaya Elephant camp in town and enjoy an elephant ride. Here we do really enjoy getting close to biggest animal ever live

on land and it’s also Thailand icon.

After finish from here it’s just about time to head back to Bangkok. From here we arrange the private car to get back to Bangkok before the rush hour. It’s such an experience that I would never forget.

John Gray's Sea Canoe Overnight Expedition - 2 Days & 1 Night Exploring Phang Nga Bay by Kayak - Day 2

Phang Nga Bay Expedition Express trip report: Day 1 | Day 2

The best sea view "room"

I woke up around 7:00 when the sun was already high enough to warm up my tent, and when I unzipped the tent I was welcomed by a beautiful scenery with some of the limestone islands of Phang Nga Bay at the horizon, it was the best sea view "room" in the world!

While my fellow travellers where still in their tents the staff quickly prepared an abundant picnic breakfast, there was food to suit all habits, from scrambled eggs to bakery stuff and fruit along with tea and coffee.

Campsite on Lawa Island

Our unique breakfast

After breakfast and some relax time our support longtail boat arrived, it was time to move for some self paddling canoe, one couple had booked a different program so the group was split. Starting from our beach camp we circumnavigated about half of Lawa Island and reached a cave, a different one from those we visited on the previous day. This time there was no water in the cave so we parked our canoes on a tiny sand stripe at the entrance and walked through a long tunnel which once again ended up in a hong.

Mud Skippers

Due to very low tide also the hong had no water at the time so we could walk around and see some huge mangrove trees and some funny Mud Skippers, a kind of fish with the ability of breathing air and hop around the muddy floor when the tide is low.

Back on the canoe we paddled further and got to a little beach hidden between two cliffs, at first glance it was nothing special but then the guide showed us an old wooden ladder that was leading to a hole a couple of meters above the ground, it was the entrance to another cave but once again it was different from the previous one, we never got bored of seeing caves because each one had its peculiarities. This particular one is called "Icecream Cave" because there are plenty of white and brown stalactites and stalagmites which were mixing together and really looked like huge ice creams. 

Some of the magic in Phang Nga Bay

Once back outside we loaded our canoes on the support boat and started cruising east towards a new island where we had some more self paddling around, this time no caves but beautiful environment and landscapes. Later with the boat we moved further east to the Krabi side of the bay and stopped at Pakbia Island which has a nice quiet beach and clear water with the opportunity to do fairly good snorkeling, here we had about 1 hour free time to enjoy the place at leisure.

Cruising towards Pakbia Island

Little corner of Parafise at Pakbia Island

When it was about 12:30 we cruised to the little Thalen Pier whiich is located not far from Ao Nang, there we had another great meal at a local restaurant, this time was a seafood set menu lunch. Time to part ways with my new friends Josh and Maggie, they got a car waiting for them to transfer them to Ao Nang and then a short boat ride to Railay Beach where they had booked their new hotel, while I returned strait to Phuket with the fast and comfortable long tail boat. The journey back took about 2 hours, just enjoyed the breeze and the navigation admiring the landscape, there are more than 50 small limestone islets all around. We finally reached Ao Por Pier around 17:00.

Great lunch at local restaurant

A big thanks to the very professional and friendly staff who took very good care of all the guests allowing us to have a truly unforgettable experience. I highly recommend this trip to anyone who wishes to have an original and safe adventure off the beaten track, just remember that accommodation is in a tent so it's very basic and definitely not as comfortable as a hotel. As long as you don't have back ache issues or similar health conditions the experience is definitely worth the effort, after all it's just for one night.

Phang Nga Bay Expedition Express trip report: Day 1 | Day 2

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John Gray's Sea Canoe Overnight Expedition - 2 Days & 1 Night exploring Phang Nga Bay by Kayak - Day 1

Phang Nga Bay Expedition Express trip report: Day 1 | Day 2

For this first day of the Overnight Expedition Express by John Gray's Sea Canoe we followed the same itinerary of the Hong By Starlight Tour, sharing the boat with the day trippers.

JGSC Escort Boat

According to the tide prediction of the day I was picked up on time at 12:00 and transferred to Ao Por marina where all participants were gathered at a restaurant for the count, then after the staff introduced themselves we got on the "escort boat". Once on board the tour leader did a safety briefing about the do's and don'ts on the boat while we started cruising towards Phang Nga Bay. There were about 25 guests on board plus many guides though there was plenty of space for everybody, fruits and soft drinks available all the time, the boat also has a toilet on the lower deck.

When we were about half way to destination a light buffet lunch was served, mostly vegetarian choices and plenty of food for everyone.

Safety birefing

After lunch we were given a very detailed briefing about the canoe session that we were about to enjoy, the guide in charge was using maps and other funny pictures which made the briefing interesting so people didn't miss the important parts. We then finally got to our first stop which was at Panak island, a canoe and an English speaking guide/paddler was provided each 2 people, all the guides are kind and knowledgeable about the local environment providing a lot of information and smiling all the time. In the meanwhile we were paddling from the moored boat towards a high and steep limestone cliff with a dark cave entrance at the bottom.

Cave entrance

Once we went deeper into the tunnel it was pitch black so the guides turned their flashlights on, the tunnel was large and very long and we could see hundreds of bats sleeping while hanging on the ceiling. After about 200m the cave started to get more and more narrow to the point that we had to lay down horizontally and deflate the canoe a bit in order to move forward, when we managed to pass through the little hole I realised that we entered another world. This was one of the so called "hongs" (Thai word for "room"), a large hidden lagoon completely surrounded by limestone cliffs covered in lush vegetation, only accessible through a cave.

Inside a hong

The atmosphere inside the hong is surreal, you can find absolute silence only broken by the animal sounds. The effects by the light filtering through the trees was amazing and could see plenty of sea eagles flying above us. Looking carefully into the trees we also spotted some large hornbills and monkeys (long tailed macaques) laying on the rocks. After about an hour exploring this hong we went out again trough the cave and then to a smaller lagoon before returning to the boat. 

The very narrow hong access point

We immediately started cruising towards the other side of the island and during navigation we were followed by a flock of sea eagles "hunting" some pieces of chicken skin that where tossed from the kitchen, quite impressive! When we reached our destination we had some free time to self paddle, swim and relax on the beach, this was also the place where we would later spend the night camping. There were few other boats from other tour operators moored here and many people wandering around though they left very soon as they were at the end of their day while we still had plenty of time to go. 

Diamond-like Calcium carbonate

Once back on board the guides provided us banana leaves, flowers and needles to teach us how to build a traditional krathong, this part was interesting and a particular experience of Thai culture. Before sunset we moved to the nearby Hong Island and went for another canoe session through caves and hongs, pretty similar to the first though in this cave there were some formations of calcium carbonate that was shining like diamond when hit by the light from the torches, therefore it was called "Diamond Cave". 

Krathong construction...well done!

Back again on the boat a great Thai buffet dinner was waiting for us, this time there was more choice with both seafood and chicken curry dishes plus some vegetarian option. By the time we had our dinner it got dark, so the tour leader gave us a detailed explanation about Thai culture and history related to the Loy Krathong festival, all this in preparation for what we were about to experience. Once ready we finally went for our last canoe session into a hong, this time in the total darkness. When we all got into the hong we lit the candles and launched our self-made krathongs, all the candles floating in the dark together with their reflection in the water made it a truly magical moment. In respect of the environment before heading back to the boat we recovered all our krathongs, though they are mostly made with natural components there were also too many steel nails in them to be left there, it's good to be Eco-friendly.

Lawa Island's beach - overnight campsite

While most guests returned to Phuket, the 5 of us who chose to stay overnight were left on the tiny secluded beach at Lawa Island together with few of the guides. They already prepared the camp site with tents, fire, oil lamps and all the supplies we could ever need. Everything was perfectly organised and it was nice to be just a handful of people from different countries chatting around a fire on a remote beach, all under a starry sky. Unfortunately as it often happens in tropics the weather quickly changed and in a couple of hours a short thunderstorm came, time to go to sleep. The tents were set under a limestone cliff and a large tree so we were well sheltered from the heavy rain, it actually cooled down the temperature enough to allow us a nice sleep and be fresh for the second day of our adventure.

Sunset in Phang Nga Bay

Phang Nga Bay Expedition Express trip report: Day 1 | Day 2

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