THAILAND PHUKET, Koh Phi Phi KRABI " The Beach" Maya Bay, Similan

From the Movie "The Beach" starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Maya Bay was promoted. Maya Bay is so popular at any time. usually between 10am and 4pm is when all the boats from Phuket and Krabi are also visiting. there can be up to 50 + speedboats and longtail boats on the beach. Ferry boats, speedboats, dive boats, shrimp boats, big boats, and tour boats, all with snorkelers and sightseers in the bay. Literally thousands of people visit each day. There is no hotels on the island of Koh Phi Phi Leh, where Maya Bay is located, it is consider as day-tripper destination.

Seeing Maya Bay at sunset without any boats and without a lot of tourists is something special. Playing football, swimming, or just sitting in peace and silence on the beach and letting your mind free.. This is how this special place should be experienced.. Organisation and program of the tour was great.. Especially I would like to say thanks to our guide Coco Loco smile emoticon he was giving some extra effect to this trip. His games and at the evening his guitar on the beach were something that you wouldn't wanna miss.

I am so happy, that I found this trip before coming to Thailand, because I found a paradise. Staying at Maya Bay till late night, swimming with plankton, enjoying nice people, good food, music and island itself. It´s just a dream. Most beautiful night in my life!

I will recommend it to everyone and I hope, you will keep doing it as long as possible. With the same amazing atmosphere. I hope, I can come back again.

Beach In Thailand

Thailand is the travel hub of Southeast Asia. Most people coming into the region fly into Bangkok and make that their base for doing the circuit around the region. With its lush jungles, famed beaches, world-class diving, amazing food, and cheap prices, Thailand attracts visitors from all walks of life.

Travel through Thailand is really easy. The country is a well-worn destination on the backpacking trail and everything is convenient and easy. Though well on the map, there are still good destinations to visit away from the tourist masses and prices. Overall, Thailand speaks for itself. It’s so well-known around the world that when you hear the name, you already think about beaches, beauty, jungles, and food. And your thoughts are dead on.

Ko Chang

An amphoe (district) in Trat Province, Thailand. It is located on the Gulf of Thailand's eastern seaboard, 310 km from Bangkok and near the border with Cambodia.
It is the country's second largest island, and the largest island in the Mu Ko Chang National Park archipelago.
The name means Elephant Island, and comes from the elephant shape of its headland. Despite the presence of elephants on the island, they are not indigenous to the island. At present, there are 9 villages on the island.
It is a mountainous island, with Khao Salak Phet being the highest peak at 743 metres. The island is known for several waterfalls, thriving coral reefs and rainforests. The island has an area of approximately 217 square kilometers.

Ko Tarutao

Located in the Andaman Sea, this is Thailand’s largest marine park that is a popular area for outdoor naturalists, snorkelers and scuba divers.

The National Park on Ko Tarutao is open only from November 15 to May 15 each year, and visiting during the off-season is prohibited. There is a admission charge upon arrival of 200 baht for foreigners and 40 baht for Thai citizens.

Phan Nga Bay

Phang Nga’s official slogan goes something like this: “A town of valuable minerals, amidst water-village, fantastic caves, peculiar mountains, Champoon flowering plants and fertile natural resources.”

Well said – though if they were interested in increasing tourism they might consider adding, “and only an hour from Phuket.” 

As people who enjoy fantastic caves and peculiar mountains – not to mention temples, waterfalls, and the occasional wild-goose chase – Stephan (photographer and chauffeur) and I built a do-it-yourself daytrip. Northern neighbour, prepare to be checked out.

Similan Island

The best islands we visited on our thailand trip. The waters are clear and you can see the corals right from surface of the sea. Similan Island number 4 offers the best Snorkelling experience. Waters are very clear, seems like you are viewing a HD movie clip. The beach is not allowed to be accessed from island no 4. The beach on island no 7 and 8 is a nice place to relax. I recommend to go for an overnight trip to Similan and stay on island no 7 overnight. You can sleep in the tents out there. White Sand, blue waters, fishes present on the beach shore as well. This place should be on the to do list for all who visit thailand!