Thailand Islands
Picture Perfect ParadiseWith so many truly stunning tropical Thailand Islands in which to discover and uncover, you would either need to try and extend your vacation or you would almost certainly need to keep coming back time and again to this remarkable Asian country. Although these options are more easily said than done, I have on many occasions, accomplished both due to my passion for travel and in particular my passion for all things Thai.Lets face it, whether you are an outdoor adventurer, a beach lover or a party animal, these beautiful islands around Thailand are such huge travel magnets that you would simply loath to leave. I hope that your passage throughout these island pages will enlighten and inspire you as my actual journeys did. Now apart from just relaxing around on pure soft white sand while lazily gazing across stunning crystal clear waters, you can indulge yourself in a vast array of water sport activities. You could go snorkeling amongst the numerous colourful coral reefs while diving amongst spotted rays, tiger fish and an assortment of tropical marine life. You could even try your hand at deep sea fishing for barracuda, marlin or giant grouper fish. You could go kayaking through the many hidden caves around the islands or try your hand at rock climbing. The opportunities are endless. And the fun does not stop here either as there are loads more to do on these idyllic tropical Thailand islands. There are also super parties, fantastic clubs and discos, spectacular cabaret shows, exciting festivals and events, vast amounts of interesting attractions, not to forget excellent restaurants for fine dinning and lots more to keep you, your family and everyone else happy and well fun-filled. Once bitten, you will want to come back for more so go out there and enjoy yourself. You will not be sorry as it could easily be your best holiday ever.
James Bond Island in Phang Nga Bay
Thailand IslandsThe West CoastPhuket is the largest of all the Thailand Islands and by far the most all time favourite beach destination here. There are beautiful white sandy beaches with backgrounds of lush tropical forested hills and valleys full of coconut groves and rubber plantations. This island also has all the modern creature comforts to make your vacation most memorable.The Similan Islands are positioned in the heart of the Ko Similan National Park and located some 90 kilometres or 55 miles north-west from the island of Phuket. These magnificent Similan islands of which there are a total of nine, are rated as one of the top ten dive sites in the world where you can enjoy some of the best scuba diving ever. The turquoise waters, perfectly clear visibility coupled with some amazing underwater marine life and superb scenery, is truly mesmerizing.
Ko Ang Thong National Marine Park
Thailand IslandsThe Andaman CoastPhang Nga Bay has many hidden treasures. The islands here offer many thrilling insights to some of the most stunning sanctuaries in Thailand. These include the limestone stacks of Ko Khao Phing Kan island and Ko Tapu island made famous by the James Bond film. There are many mighty limestone enclaves at Ko Hong Island and impressive stalagmites and stalactites at Tham Lot Island. The list goes on.If this is not enough, there are eerie caverns containing paintings and discarded sea shells left behind by prehistoric man such as those found at Tham Hua Gralok, also known as Scull Cave. An impressive 15 metre-long golden reclining Buddha and a large chedi containing the bones from a family of ex local governors awaits you inside Suwan Kuha Cave. Thanbok Koranee National Park is an exquisite area to explore it's series of miniature waterfalls amidst beautiful limestone scenery.
View over Phi Phi Don Island
The Andaman Coast ContinuedKo Yai Noi is an idyllic island on the edge of Phang Nga Bay almost equidistant from Phuket, Phang Nga and Krabi and offers breath-taking maritime views from every angle. This would be a great getaway opportunity to escape and explore some of natures true natural beauty while still being able to indulge in activities such as rock climbing, elephant trekking, hiking, diving, kayaking and swimming.Phi Phi Don and Phi Phi Ley are located approximately 45 kilometers or 28 miles equidistant from both Phuket and Krabi in the southern part of the Andaman Sea. Phi Phi Don is arguably one of the most alluring of all the Thailand Islands due to it's dazzling soft white sandy beach, it's inviting warm crystalline clear turquoise waters and it's awe-inspiring rocky limestone back-drops. Phi Phi Ley lends itself perfectly to many excellent snorkeling opportunities such as the ones found at Maya Bay and the exploration of sea swallow nests seen at the Viking caves.
Ko Nang Yuan Island Beach
Thailand IslandsThe Gulf CoastKo Samui is the third largest of the Thailand Islands. Originally dubbed as having the biggest coconut plantation in the world, but soon changed when backpackers started arriving here in the 1970's. Though a great number of the plantations still exist, they are mostly confined to the cool forested hills of the interior. Ko Samui has become a top international destination for tourists turning it into one of the biggest income earners. Here you'll find a modern airport, dozens of luxury hotels, fancy restaurants and world famous beaches. Creates a perfect picture postcard.Ko Phangan is home to the full moon and half moon parties. Ask anyone who has ever been here and they will all tell you that this is the ultimate party island. Ko Phangan is also host to a variety of other parties too, so much so that the island will even invent additional ones just to have another great time. It is the perfect refuge if you are seeking more than just fun in the sun. It is the place to be and be seen. It may be rugged and rustic and lacking in alluring beach scenes but then again you don't come here to see the beauty, you come here to party. Ko Nang Yuan is a picture perfect group of three tiny Thailand islands positioned just one kilometre northwest of Ko Tao Island. Thanks to a fine white soft sandy causeway, the islands here provide unsurpassed and spectacular beach scenery. You can simply relax on the beach, swim and snorkel in the crystal-clear emerald green waters, have a drink at the bar, grab a bite to eat at the restaurant, hike up to a majestic 360 degree viewpoint or just go and explore the magical island. Ko Tao or Turtle Island is so named because it resembles the shape of a turtle nose-diving towards Ko Phangan to the south. Once a backpackers paradise but now recognized as one of the best locations for scuba-diving due to it's diverse dive sites all in close proximity to one another. The island is also an excellent spot for bouldering with a number of rock climbing courses being available. The island is a mixture of dense rugged interior, quiet coves and sweeping shores. Ko Samet Island Beach
Thailand IslandsThe East CoastKo Samet is a beautiful island conveniently situated 180 kilometers or 108 miles from Bangkok and only 80 kilometers or 48 miles from Pattaya on the north-east coast off the Gulf of Thailand. Although huge tourist related development began shortly after the island was declared a national park in 1981, this 6 kilometer long island boasts dazzling soft white sandy beaches and clear sparkling blue waters.Ko Chang is a fabulous getaway island where the sky seems lot bluer and the air is a lot cleaner. You can take a dive in the cool clear waters at any number of the island's stunning waterfalls or simply relax on one of the numerous pristine beaches. Ko Chang is the second largest island in the country and the principal isle of a national marine park archipelago of some 52 islands scattered around the Gulf of Thailand. There are virgin rain forests, abundant pristine beaches with fine white sandy shores, two scenic waterfalls and some very rare wildlife. Ko Maak Island also known as Ko Mak Island is a small piece of tropical paradise situated 20 kilometers or 12 miles south of the same archipelago of 52 islands at Ko Chang Island on the eastern shores of Thailand. There are two stunning white sandy beaches complimented by crystal clear waters, lush virgin rain forests, coconut and rubber tree plantations which make this a real tropical island gem. Ko Kham Island Beach
The East Coast ContinuedKo Kham Island is a true tropical treasure paradise belonging in part to the national marine park archipelago of 52 islands set in the Gulf of Thailand and situated approximately 22 kilometers or 13 miles southeast of Hat Bang Bao Bay at the southernmost end of Ko Chang Island. It is also within reasonably easy reach from Ao Suan Yai Beach on the northern shores of Ko Maak Island.Ko Kood is the fourth largest of the Thailand Islands and the second largest of the 52 island archipelago located on the east coast in the province of Trat. The island lies south of Ko Chang and is considered one of the perfect places for lovers of nature as it retains a somewhat sensual beauty with it's natural forested interior. Ko Kood is a utopia not overly affected with commercialization.
Ko Kood Island Beach
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