Bang Muang Trip Overview
Explore the unspoiled, remote located Surin Islands on a truly island adventure trip from Khao Lak by SeaStar Andaman without the usual high amounts of visitors. Get the privilege to snorkel around the pristine reef sites off the Surin Islands following the guidelines of the Green Fins initiative to protect the coral reefs after the massive bleaching in 2010. Learn about the nomadic sea culture of the Moken and spot turtles, reef sharks, eagle rays and with a little bit of luck impressive whale sharks, manta rays and dolphins which often patrol the islands.
Additional Info
Duration: 9 hours
Starts: Bang Muang, Thailand
Trip Category: Day Trips & Excursions >> Day Trips
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What to Expect When Visiting Bang Muang, Chang Wat Phang-nga, Thailand
Explore the unspoiled, remote located Surin Islands on a truly island adventure trip from Khao Lak by SeaStar Andaman without the usual high amounts of visitors. Get the privilege to snorkel around the pristine reef sites off the Surin Islands following the guidelines of the Green Fins initiative to protect the coral reefs after the massive bleaching in 2010. Learn about the nomadic sea culture of the Moken and spot turtles, reef sharks, eagle rays and with a little bit of luck impressive whale sharks, manta rays and dolphins which often patrol the islands.
Itinerary
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Stop At: SeaStar Andaman – Day Tours, 112/151 Udomsuk Village, Pa Khlok, Phuket 83110 Thailand
Get conveniently picked up in the early morning by minivan from your hotel in Khao Lak and head over to Nam Khem Pier. Meet the enthusiastic boat crew of SeaStar Andaman and enjoy a light breakfast before cruising by speed boat in less than 90 minutes to the unspoiled Surin Islands. Mu Koh Surin National Park is situated in Phang Nga province, roughly 60 kilometres away from the shore.
Make the first snorkel stop in Chong Khat Bay which is located between the two main Surin Islands. At low tides it is actually possible to walk across, as the water is extremely shallow. Our guides will explain you how to protect and conserve coral reefs through the environmentally friendly guidelines of Green Fins for your snorkelling experience.
Continue to Koh Surin Tai (the Southern Surin Island) to discover the natural way of life of the 150 Moken sea gypsies. The Chao Leh, which means ‘The Sea People’ in Thai, spend much of their lives on their boats, called ‘kabang’. The Moken survive mainly through fish hunting and gathering of shellfish and other marine life from the reefs and mudflats.
At Mai Ngam Beach you can enjoy the beach life or do some walking along the 2-kilometre hiking trail. Then indulge in a delectable buffet lunch in the canteen of the park ranger station to fuel your energy for the next snorkelling sessions.
Make your way to Bon Bay or Pineapple Bay (depending on the sea conditions) where you can swim on vibrant coral reefs and spot colourful fish hovering around their natural habitats in calm waters. The last snorkel stop will be at Mae Yai Bay with a jump into the clean and clear turquoise waters brimming with magnificent underwater aqua life.
After a lovely time, it is time to say goodbye to Surin Islands and to return to the pier in Khao Lak. Enjoy some sweets and coffee before returning to your accommodation in Khao Lak with happy smiles and an amazing story to tell your friends.
Itinerary:
• 07:00 – 08:30: Hotel pickup in Khao Lak
• 08:30 – 08:40: Meet the boat crew of SeaStar Andaman at Nam Khem Pier
• 08:40 – 09:00: Enjoy a light breakfast
• 09:00 – 10:30: Cruise by speed boat to Surin Islands
• 10:30 – 11:30: Sightseeing around Moken Village
• 11:30 – 12:30: Enjoy a buffet lunch at the canteen
• 12:30 – 13:30: Relax on the beach at Chong Khad Channel
• 13:30 – 14:30: Snorkel at Bon Bay or Pineapple Bay
• 14:30 – 15:30: More snorkeling at Mae Yai Bay
• 15:30 – 17:00: Head back to Nam Khem Pier
• 17:00 – 18:00: Transfer back to the hotel
Duration: 9 hours
Stop At: Seastar Andaman (Khaolak), สำนักงานเขาหลัก (Khaolak 5/12, ถ. เพชรเกษม Kukkak, อำเภอตะกั่วป่า พังงา 82190, Thailand
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Duration: 9 hours
Stop At: Seastar ท่าเรือบ้านน้ำเค็ม, Soi PaO. Phangnga 3035, Bang Muang, Amphoe Takua Pa, Chang Wat Phang-nga 82190, Thailand
Meet at Seastar Andaman Pier in Baan Nam Khem 30 minutes before scheduled departure.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Seastar, Phuket Marina, Phuket Thailand
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Duration: 9 hours
Stop At: Mu Ko Surin National Park, Khura Buri 82150 Thailand
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Duration: 9 hours
Stop At: Mu Ko Surin National Park, Khura Buri 82150 Thailand
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Duration: 9 hours
Stop At: Ko Surin Nuea, Ko Phra Thong, Khura Buri District, Phang-nga, Thailand
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Duration: 9 hours
