#unique koh panyee

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If you'r looking for some special place in Thailand. I suggest "Koh Panyee"(Panyee island)

You can found the unique traditional life of a famous floation village in Phang Nga.

The picture above is just a one corner of "Koh panyee"(the floating football field).

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Our Top Hidden Gems In Thailand

We all know the popular spots that Thailand has to offer, from Wat Arun to The Royal Grand Palace. These sights draw in huge crowds of tourists and locals alike every year, and it’s not hard to see why, with their intricate and elegant designs and architecture and fascinating history. However, Thailand’s beauty doesn’t only lie along the tourist trail, with hundreds of hidden locations showcasing the stunning natural and cultural backdrop to the beating heart of Thailand’s tourist trade. These are just a few of our favourites.

1. Erawan Waterfalls

Only around a one-hour drive from Kanchanaburi, Erawan Waterfalls is simply stunning. Named after the highest waterfall in its series, which is often said to resemble a three-headed elephant, the water cascades down from there to another six different waterfalls, each as beautiful and unique as the last. Winding through the forest and jungles, under bridges, and around rock faces, it’s the perfect spot for a day-trip adventure.

2. Wat Pha Sorn Kaew

Hidden away high-up in the hills of Northern Central Thailand, Wat Pha Sorn Kaew is a Dharma retreat for monks and Buddhist followers. The mountaintop sanctuary, with a preaching hall, pagoda, and surrounding gardens, has a stunning design, and set against the serenity of the mountains is the site’s most striking feature, the ice-white temple, which represents five-Buddhas who have visited Earth.

3. Nai Harn Beach

Nai Harn beach is a superb green bay with powdery and smooth white sand tucked between green hills and a couple of tiny islands in the very south of Phuket. More laid back than west coast tourist spots, Nai Harn has enough restaurants, hotels and shops for a great day and has remained relatively untouched. It truly is a stunning spot, and perfect for a relaxed afternoon under the Thai sun.

4. Koh Panyee Floating Fishing Village

Koh Panyee is a special Muslim village floating on the sea in Phang Nga Bay. It is part of the Ao Phang Nga National Park. The floating island lies in the shadow of a high limestone rock formation in a sheltered bay at sea. Koh Panyee is about half an hour by boat from the Phang Nga Pier in Phang Nga Bay.  The floating Muslim village was created about two hundred years ago by 3 seafaring fishing families from Java in Indonesia. Fun fact: All of the local residents that live here are descendants from the original settler that founded the village!

5. Ayutthaya Historical Park

Ayutthaya, an ancient city brimming with character, history, and stunning views, is one spot in Thailand that you simply cannot miss. The ancient ruins scattered throughout the city show glimpses into this city’s fascinating past, where Ayutthaya was once one of the world’s wealthiest cities, laden with beautiful temples and heavenly palaces. You can explore these enigmatic ruins to this day; an exhilarating insight into the rich past of this magical city. It really is something to behold.

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🇹🇭 Panyee's Football Heroes and Their Floating Pitch - Al Jazeera World by Al Jazeera English Until three decades ago, life on the fishing island was of Koh Panyee in southern Thailand was dependent on the Andaman Sea for food and income. Today, the island is a tourist destination famous for fresh fish and pearls - and its floating football pitch. Inspired by the World Cup in 1986, a group of young football fans decided to form a football club and build a pitch on water since there was barely land to play - a decision that helped lift the island's communities out of poverty, unemployment and illiteracy. The boys built up unique football skills after training on the unstable platform and soon began playing against other teams in Thailand. Panyee FC won seven consecutive regional championships from 2004 and is considered one of the best football clubs in Thailand. The original founders of the football club are grown men with children of their own, some playing in the Panyee FC teams. "The inhabitants are proud of the club and encourage their children to play because it has changed their lives for the better," says Barasan, one of the Panyee FC founders who is now one of the coaches training children on the island. "Nowadays the market is crowded with tourists. Trading has flourished and the demands on goods and services has increased." In this short film, children of Koh Panyee tell the story of how the original founders first built the floating pitch after being inspired by the 1986 FIFA World Cup and how it changed their lives.

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Phuket Attractions - Must See Places in Phuket

Well…are you planning to go on a holiday trip with your family or may be friends, for that matter? Exciting, isn’t it! But, choosing one destination out of so many must be a puzzling task…right? Well… how about Phuket! If you really want to make it one of the best holidays ever… go for Phuket, without any second thoughts. Right from palm-lined and beautiful beaches, best water sports activities, exciting nightlife to cultural awakenings, Phuket becomes an unrivalled tourist destination in Thailand. So, here are few 'Must See' places in Phuket that will make your trip an unforgettable experience:

1.            Phang Nga Bay

With James Bond Island and Koh Panyee as the popular spots, Phang Nga Bay becomes a famous destination. A boat trip from the northern end of Phuket is the best to enjoy the spectacular scenery of the place. Sheer limestone cliffs jutting out of emerald-green water makes Phang Nga Bay very unique. Tourists can enjoy the leisure cruising trip and quiet beaches at the Phang Nga Bay.

2.            Bangla Road Nightlife

For all the party lovers, Patong Beach Bangla Road is a must visit. Right from beers, music, jam sessions, ladyboys to exotic girls, this party zone has everything to offer. Pubs, beer bars, restaurants, discos, casinos and shops are all around the street's length. For the tourists who are ready for some action, there is no place more vibrant, raunchier and livelier than Bangla Road.

3.            Wat Chalong Temples

Wat Chalong Temples are Phuket’s spiritual center. One of the most important symbols of Buddhist culture, Wat Chalong is known for is mesmerizing beauty. The amazing glass decoration and striking pagodas are something that captures the visitors from within. Undoubtedly, a visit to Phuket would not be complete without spending some time at Wat Chalong.

4.            Phuket Fantasea Show

Phuket Fantasea Show is known as the ‘The ultimate cultural theme park’. With a cast of hundreds of trapeze artists and performing animals, carnival-like games, lots of shopping opportunities, elephant rides, as well as big buffets, Phuket Fantasea Show becomes one of the most extravagant and spectacular Shows of Phuket. This bright, big, ornate, and impressive Phuket Fantasea Show leaves the tourists totally entertained.

Along with the above-mentioned spots, few other attractions like Old Phuket Town, Phi Phi Island and Patong Beach also make the entire trip even more exciting. So do not think anymore and simply visit Phuket to create memories that you will cherish forever!

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There are plenty of really memorable things to do in Phuket. The island itself has a beautiful historical old town, great viewpoints and iconic cultural attractions. It is also a good base for exploring the nearby islands and must-see attractions. These include world-famous places like Phang Nga Bay and the Phi Phi Islands.

The following list is our pick of the things which you should absolutely not miss while in Phuket. No trip here can be called complete without ticking most of these off your bucket list. Being a place of great variety, there's something among the best things to do in Phuket for every kind of traveller. Take a look below and see what sparks your interest. เที่ยวภูเก็ต

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Phang Nga Bay

Spend a Day (or two) on Phi Phi Island

Bangla Road Nightlife

Big Buddha

Similan Islands

Relax on Phuket's Best Beaches

Night Markets

Island-Hopping

Phuket FantaSea Show

Wat Chalong and Phuket Temples

Phuket Viewpoints

Beach Clubs

Old Phuket Town

Simon Cabaret Show

Elephant Sanctuaries

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Katathani Phuket Beach Resort4.4/ 5

Holiday Inn Resort Phuket4.4/ 5

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BYD Lofts - Boutique Hotel & Serviced Apartments4.6/ 5

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Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort4.4/ 5

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Phuket FantaSea Cultural Theme Park

Phi Phi Islands Tour with Express Boat

James Bond Island Full-Day Tour via Big Boat

Coral & Racha Islands Full-Day Tour

Whitewater Rafting & 4-Wheel-Drive Adventure

Sea Kayaking at Ang Thong Marine Park

Flying Hanuman Ziplining Experience

Canoeing Excursion in Phang Nga Bay with Thai Buffet Lunch

Introduction to City Tour

John Gray's Cave Canoeing Tour in Phang Nga Bay

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Phang Nga Bay

Phang Nga - North east of Phuket

Phang Nga Bay is unique. A day out here is an unforgettable experience that will definitely get you thinking. A distinctive feature of the bay is the sheer limestone cliffs that jut vertically out of the emerald-green waters. These islands are home to sheltered fauna that are possible to observe on certain tours. James Bond Island and Koh Panyee are just two of the more famous spots in this bay. Read More...

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Spend a Day (or two) on Phi Phi Island

Phi Phi Islands

Phi Phi Island is Thailand's superstar island, particularly famous for its central role in the 2000 movie The Beach. It's the topic of conversation for travellers all over Thailand. For some, it's the only reason to touchdown in Phuket. Even with all the hype, it doesn't disappoint. Phi Phi's beauty is a large chunk of the allure. The islands, when approached by boat, rise from the sea like a fortress. Sheer cliffs tower overhead, then give way to beach-fronted jungle. It's love at first sight. Read More...

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Bangla Road Nightlife

Patong Beach

There are few things in this world to prepare you for an after-dark stroll down Patong's Bangla Road. However, a sense of humour and an open mind are prerequisites if you're looking to have some fun. The biggest collection of nightclubs, bars, shows and general nocturnal fun in Phuket, it is pretty much an all-out assault on the senses. In spite of this, it is still very much one of the essential things to do in Phuket, even if it's just to say that you have! Read More...

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Big Buddha

Chalong

Visible from most of the south of Phuket, the giant Buddha image sits on the top of the Nakkerd Hills and looks down over Chalong, Kata and Rawai. It cost 30 million baht to construct and is 45 metres tall. Next to it stands a smaller golden image that is actually made of brass and there is a shrine near the site's car park. The drive up to the Big Buddha takes you through the 'real' Thailand and the view from the top is enhanced if you take a map to identify the many, many sights. Read More...

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Similan Islands

Phang Nga - North west of Phuket

The stunning Similan Islands are surrounded by amazingly clear blue seas and pristine white-sand beaches. Heaven for island-hoppers and scuba divers, the nine islands are about 30 km off the coast of Khaolak. They are ranked among the best dive sites in the world for their lively and colourful coral reefs and perfect visibility. For non-divers, the famous Sailing Boat Rock is on Similan No. 8 and is an iconic feature of this must-see archipelago. Read More...

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Relax on Phuket's Best Beaches

Kata - Nai Harn - Patong

We can't have a list of the best things to do in Phuket without mentioning the beaches! With more than 30 to choose from, the island is understandably famous for them. There's a lot of variety available, ranging from little secluded coves to long and lively shores. Most of the best beaches in Phuket are along the west coast. They offer beautiful sunsets, along with their soft white sands and clean blue seas. Read More...

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Night Markets

Phuket Town - Patong

Phuket has an impressive selection of night markets to choose from. Each has its own unique charms, but all offer interesting souvenirs at low prices. They are an excellent place to try local street food and snacks, and some also have street performances and music. Being open in the evenings means that you don't get too hot while getting your shopping fix. Read More...

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Island-Hopping

Andaman Sea - West of Phuket

The Andaman Sea around Phuket is littered with absolutely stunning little tropical islands. Phi Phi and the Similans certainly stand out among them, but there are others closer to Phuket which are worth visiting. These tiny lumps of pristine sand in wide expanses of azure blue seas are real-life desert island escapes. Enjoy sunbathing, exploring and snorkelling, as well as a general sense of getting away from it all. Read More...

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Phuket FantaSea Show

Kamala Beach

It's wacky but fun and very professionally done. Trapeze artists, elephants on stage and pyrotechnics combine in a Las Vegas-style show. You'll see nothing else like it anywhere on the planet. Combining Thai traditional myths with humour, fantasy and a loose plotline that keeps getting more and more amusing, FantaSea's extravaganza is a highly entertaining and riveting show, worthy of its spot in this list of the best things to do in Phuket. Read More...

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Wat Chalong and Phuket Temples

Chalong

Wat Chalong is one of Phuket's most important temples and is visited by thousands each year. It's beautifully decorated, with infinite reflections from hundreds of tiny gliterring glass pieces on its many pagodas. On special holidays, Wat Chalong hosts 'country fairs,' with a real local flavour where you can buy just about anything and snack on Thai food to your heart's content. Wat Chalong has an interesting history and is Phuket Island's spiritual centre. Visiting this fascinating temple is one of the essential things to do in Phuket. See Phuket Temples or Read More...

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Phuket Viewpoints

Kata - Nai Harn - Panwa

There are many viewpoints on both the east and west coasts of Phuket, affording sunrise as well as sunset views. Everyone goes to Promthep Cape, but it doesn't make it any less spectacular. There, you'll get fabulous views over the ocean stretching as far as Phi Phi Island on a good day. Check out Phuket's other viewpoints,  such as the 'Three Beaches' hilltop venue on the road between Nai Harn and Kata, or sip a cocktail at the After Beach Bar (also on the same road), while the sun slips below the western horizon. Read More...

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Beach Clubs

Bangtao - Kamala - Patong

With great beaches come great beach clubs, and some of Phuket's are among the best in the world. These chilled-out venues offer great music, first-class food and delightful cocktails. Just steps from the sand, and often featuring splash pools, good times are all but guaranteed. With regular special events and parties, these are among the best places to be seen and the best things to do in Phuket. Read More...

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Old Phuket Town

Phuket Town

Sino-Portuguese splendours and funky shops in the most unlikely places will surprise and delight you in the heart of Phuket's sleepy provincial capital. Phuket Town offers much more than you think, with some excellent restaurants and local sights. The unique blend of colonial and Chinese architecture, along with a tangible quaintness, makes for a fascinating and unforgettable afternoon spent sauntering around Phuket's Old Town. Expect the unexpected and don't forget your camera. Read More...

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Simon Cabaret Show

Patong Beach

Simon Cabaret is probably the biggest transvestite cabaret show in Phuket. This show features a spectacular musical floor show performed by the world-famous ladyboy cast. See for yourself - guys, can you tell the difference? And ladies - wouldn't you just die for a figure like that? Fabulous costumes, glitzy and fun. Read More...

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Elephant Sanctuaries

Phuket Town - Naithon - Bangtao

Phuket's tourism industry is constantly evolving to keep pace with modern trends. Nowhere is that fact clearer than with the elephant sanctuaries springing up in and around the island. The sanctuaries provide a safe escape from trekking and logging camps. They also let you interact with the gentle giants in a more ethical, animal-friendly way. If you're a responsible traveller, these places should definitely be on your list of things to do in Phuket.

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La baie de Phang Nga : joyaux du sud de la Thaïlande

Villages de pêcheurs et mangroves

Village flottant de Ko Panyi

Des falaises et des grottes

Khao Phing Kan et Ko Tapu (James Bond Island)

Ko Panak

Ko Hong

Samet Nangshe Viewpoint

Où loger à Phang Nga

Comment se rendre à la baie de Phang Nga ?

Conclusion

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La baie de Phang Nga : le joyaux du sud de la Thaïlande

La baie de Phang Nga couvre une superficie de 400 km², à cheval entre la province de Phuket à l’ouest, celle de Phang Nga au nord (d’où elle tire son nom donc) et celle de Krabi à l’est.

Elle atteint une certaine notoriété suite à son utilisation comme décor pour le film L’Homme au pistolet d’or, James Bond iconique de 1974. Il a pourtant fallu attendre 1981 pour qu’une grande partie de la baie soit protégée par l’intermédiaire du parc national de Ao Phang Nga.

Situé à proximité de Khao Lak et de la populaire Phuket, la baie de Phang Nga est un spot idéal pour s’offrir une journée d’excursion et sortir un peu de la routine bronzette/plage. Connue pour ses centaines de pitons rocheux (calcaires), résultant de millions d’années d’érosions, la région se découvre au fil de l’eau soit par bateau traditionnel à longue queue, soit par canoë/kayak pour les plus sportifs et aventureux.

Scène iconique du film “L’homme au pistolet d’or”.

Je m’excuse pour la qualité des photos de cet article, mais je n’avais que mon téléphone sur moi, car à la base, je n’avais pas prévu lors de ce séjour à Phuket de faire trop de visite, mais finalement, c’était trop tentant…[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row anchor=”villages-pecheurs-mangroves”][vc_column][vc_column_text]

Villages de pêcheurs et mangroves

Évidemment, qui dit bord de mer, dit communautés et villages de pêcheurs. On en trouve plusieurs éparpillés au cœur de la mangrove recouvrant une majeure partie du bord de la baie, le long de la province de Phang Nga essentiellement, mais aussi sur les côtes au nord de Krabi.

C’est en se rendant dans ces villages qu’il est par ailleurs possible de se rendre dans la baie si vous décidez d’y aller en indépendant, sans passer par une agence (j’en parle plus bas, dans la rubrique Comment se rendre à la baie de Phang Nga ?)

Notre chauffeur du jour.

Le village flottant de Ko Panyi

Parmi ces villages, le plus connu parce qu’un peu particulier, il s’agit de Ko Panyi (aussi orthographié Koh Panyee). C’est un village de pêcheurs musulmans, originaire de l’île de Java, en Indonésie. Ils se sont installés autour de ce bout de roche, à la fin du 18e siècle, quand la loi sur le droit du sol, réservé aux seuls Thaïlandais, était déjà en vigueur.

Alors les maisons ne touchent pas le sol de la petite île, au pied duquel le village s’est développé et toutes sont sur pilotis. Ces habitants s’enrichissant grâce à la pêche fructueuse dans la baie et finissant par acquérir la nationalité thaïlandaise, ils ont pu acheter l’îlot. Cette action leur permit d’y faire des constructions sur “terre” telle que la mosquée du village.

On approche de l’île de Ko Panyi par derrière.

En débarquant sur l’île.

Une vue du village sur pilotis de Ko Panyi.

Une histoire de foot

Personnellement, c’est une photo de Yann Arthus-Bertrand qui m’a fait connaître ce village, dont la vue du ciel le rend fascinant et particulièrement unique. Un flot de maisons sur pilotis entourés d’eau et d’îlots, dans ce décor paradisiaque qu’est la baie de Phang Nga, qui ont commencer à attirer du monde avec l’arrivée progressive du tourisme dans la région.

Mais sa célébrité remonte pourtant à il y a plus de 30 ans, et pour une raison plutôt insolite. En effet, les enfants de l’île sont alors scotchés devant leur écran, alors que se déroule la coupe du monde de football en 1986. Inspirés par l’événement, ils décident eux aussi de se mettre au foot. Problème, ils n’ont pas de terrain…

Le fameux terrain de foot flottant de Ko Panyi.

Ils se mettent alors à construire avec les matériaux dont ils disposent un terrain de foot flottant et commencèrent à s’entraîner. Un jour, on leur annonce la tenue sur le continent d’un championnat faisant s’affronter les gamins des écoles du Sud de la Thaïlande (le Southern Thai School Championships). N’ayant aucune idée de leur niveau, ils décident pourtant d’y participer, et grâce à l’aide des habitants de l’île, obtiennent même un équipement (chaussures, t-shirts, shorts).

Ils terminent finalement 2e du championnat, finissant la demi-finale pieds nus, car plus à l’aise de cette manière sur un terrain mouillé. C’est la naissance du Panyee Football Club.

Une histoire vraie qui fut l’objet d’une excellente publicité Thaï (j’en fais régulièrement les honneurs sur la page Facebook du blog, ces derniers étant d’excellent story teller). Le football est depuis resté dans les veines et le village qui compte pas moins de trois terrains.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner css=”.vc_custom_1568027259981{padding-top: 1% !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/jU4oA3kkAWU” css=”.vc_custom_1568027200975{padding-top: 1% !important;}”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text]Il y a d’abord l’original, le terrain dont toute cette histoire découle a été préservé et existe toujours. L’un, le plus grand, servant de terrain principal, il est entouré de barrières pour empêcher la balle de trop souvent tomber à l’eau. Enfin, un dernier plus petit terrain fait office de cour de récré pour l’école situé dans le village.

Restaurants et tourisme

Aujourd’hui, l’île vit toujours partiellement de la pêche, le tourisme ayant pris une part prépondérante dans la vie du village. Beaucoup de maisons se sont converties en restaurants spécialisés sur des plats à base de poissons et fruits de mer (logique en même temps). Ces derniers servent d’arrêt aux tours operators qui s’arrêtent là au village pour permettre aux touristes de faire leur pause déjeuner.

Du coup, une des “rues” principales du village est aujourd’hui dédiée aux souvenirs et achats de cartes postales. Pour autant, il suffit de venir en dehors des horaires des tours à la journée ou même en basse saison pour profiter un peu de l’ambiance du village tranquillement. Les touristes étant surtout nombreux en saison sèche (de novembre à début mai).

Pour ma part, arrivant au village en milieu d’après-midi, le flot de touristes était déjà reparti vers de nouveaux horizons, laissant la place à la quiétude habituelle régnant dans les ruelles du village flottant. Tout juste quelques dames vendaient encore les souvenirs, le reste, c’était quelques gamins polis fier de nous amener au terrain de foot flottant, des gens vaquant à leurs occupations, réparation de maison, repos.

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Des falaises et des grottes

L’attraction principale reste toutefois le spectacle que peut nous offrir la nature. Le travail de l’érosion de ces roches calcaires, d’où résultent ces structures karstiques, a commencé il y a des millions d’années. Ces roches étaient autrefois le plancher marin et recouvert de coraux.

Difficile de s’imaginer cela lorsqu’on navigue au milieu de ses ensembles d’îles et d’îlots “fantomatiques” formant la baie de Phang Nga aujourd’hui. 

Détail d’une falaise karstique.

Khao Phing Kan et Ko Tapu (James Bond Island)

Et parmi ces îles, la plus célèbre est bien évidemment “James Bond Island“. Cette dernière ayant servi de décor une première fois dans un film James Bond en 1974 comme je l’évoquais plus haut. 

Mais la baie de Phang Nga est aussi utilisée dans un autre James Bond, “Demain ne meurt jamais” (1997) avec Pierce Brosnan dans le rôle du célèbre agent secret (pour l’anecdote, l’action est censé se dérouler dans la baie d’Halong justement). Il n’en fallu pas plus pour que cet îlot garde cette appellation, bien que ce ne soit pas son nom officiel, qui est Khao Phing Kan.

C’est en fait un ensemble de 2 petites îles séparées par un banc de sable. On compte deux plages sur l’île et on peut y dénicher des cavités. Même si de nos jours l’accès se fait surtout pour y admirer Ko Tapu, ce bout de rocher en forme clou.

Ko Tapu depuis Khao Ping Kan alias “James Bond Island”. Crédit photo René Ehrhard (j’avais plus de batterie pour le prendre en photo…)

Et ça tombe bien, Ko Tapu se traduit par “l’île clou”. Cet îlot dépassant de l’eau mesure 20 m et est devenue une véritable icône. Du coup, l’île est un spot touristique par excellence, avec boutiques souvenirs et un droit d’entrée de 300 Bahts pour y fouler son sol. 

Par ailleurs et depuis 1998, l’accès se fait par derrière afin de préserver le piton rocheux, les bateaux ayant interdiction d’approcher Ko Tapu par devant afin de préserver cette curiosité de la nature.

En vous y rendant, vous passerez probablement sous la “grotte” de Tham Lod, je mets un guillemet, car il ne s’agit pas vraiment d’une grotte, mais plutôt un passage creusé sous l’une des îles de la baie.

En passant sous la “grotte” de Lod.

Khao Kien

Ce qui peut se traduire par la “montagne aux dessins”. Elle se trouve sur la “route” de Ko Panyi si vous arrivez en bateau depuis l’un des quais situés au nord de la baie.

La “montagne” étant la falaise au-dessus de laquelle se trouve des cavités, creusées par les vagues de la mer et sous lesquelles on peut y distinguer des peintures rupestres représentant divers scènes avec des animaux. Elles sont censées avoir été peintes il y a 3 000 ans par des marins qui ont amarré leurs embarcations ici, afin de s’abriter pendant la mousson.

Ko Phanak

Autre île notable, Ko Phanak. Une île tout en longueur (près de 4 km) recelant quelques trésors cachés, accessible uniquement par kayak.

On peut alors sillonner l’île de par et d’autres via des tunnels naturels. On y trouve là encore quelques petites grottes comme la Bat Cave (non, pas celle de Batman) et des espaces accessibles à pied, entourés par la roche aux pentes chaotiques. Vous êtes alors au cœur de l’île, qui comporte aussi quelques lagons cachés (qui ne font pas partie des visites de base).

Vue de Ko Panak (crédit photo Diego Delso, delso.photo, License CC-BY-SA)

Ko Hong

Et si vous aimez les lagons cachés, je me dois d’évoquer Ko Hong. Alors attention, il ne faut pas confondre cette île avec celle du même nom, située à 25 km de là, dans la province de Krabi.

Le nom signifiant île aux “chambres” ou pièces dirons nous, c’est la raison pour laquelle les deux îles ont le même nom, car elles sont un peu foutues pareil. En effet, dans les deux cas, on retrouve un lagon niché dans un espace intérieur, entouré par les falaises, donnant l’impression d’une “pièce” cachée. L’entrée n’est par ailleurs possible en bateau que lorsque la marée est haute, autrement il n’y a qu’en canoë que vous pourrez aller admirer les lieux.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row anchor=”samet-nangshe-viewpoint”][vc_column][vc_column_text]

Samet Nangshe Viewpoint

Si vous voulez avoir une vue imprenable sur la baie de Phang Nga, c’est là qu’il faut vous rendre. Marqué tel quel sur Google Maps, on y distingue deux zones.

Une première est composée d’un parking, à ce jour non goudronné et d’un chemin, également non goudronné. Il faut laisser son véhicule en bas et monter après avoir payé une petite taxe (faut bien rentabiliser le terrain) pour accéder au point de vue.

Cela reste tout nouveau puisqu’il n’y avait encore rien voilà deux ou trois ans. Mais quelqu’un a eu cette vision d’acheter ce bout de terrain perdu, à flanc de montagne, ayant probablement fait quelques repérages quant à la vue possible. Résultat, on domine la baie, en faisant un spot d’excellence pour admirer le lever de soleil, qui sera face à vous, mais le coucher de soleil ne sera pas en reste non plus.

Sur la route du point de vue.

Une deuxième zone consiste en la présence en dur de la Sametnangshe Boutique Viewpoint. Une boutique qui offre une terrasse sur laquelle on peut siroter un café avec vue sur la baie, moins en hauteur par rapport au point de vue lui-même.

Malheureusement, le jour où je m’y rendais, j’étais pas mal à la bourre par rapport à mon timing prévu, où il me fallait encore faire le tour en bateau dans la baie. J’arrivais donc au parking pour en repartir aussitôt sans monter voir la vue….

Sinon le point de vue ça donne ça ! Avec l’aimable autorisation de Willy Thuan, du blog Phuket101.

Et autant elle a l’air superbe, autant, je voulais en profiter avant que le site soit complètement défiguré. Car en Thaïlande, lorsqu’un spot devient soudain célèbre (sous entendu instagrammable), on ne se gêne pas pour agrandir et faire en sorte d’accueillir toujours plus de monde…

On en revient à mon côté schizophrène, d’un côté je serais le premier à vous dire d’y aller, puisque j’en parle ici même, et que la vue a l’air juste sublime, de l’autre, ça me fait mal au cœur de voir la vitesse à laquelle le pan de colline est en train d’être exploité en grattant la montagne et rasant les arbres pour laisser la place à des terrasses avec vues et des bungalows pour dormir sur place…[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row anchor=”loger-phang-nga”][vc_column][vc_column_text]

Où loger à Phang Nga ?

[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text]Si Phuket a tendance a remporter la palme du lieu d’hébergement par défaut dans la région, on peut y distinguer trois spots d’où il est facile de se rendre à la baie de Phang Nga.

Phang Nga, la ville. Ben oui, comme toute province en Thaïlande, elle tire son nom de la ville principale. Cette dernière est située au nord de la baie, à moins de 10 km du quai le plus populaire pour se rendre dans la baie (simplement référencé comme Phang Nga Bay with a longtail boat sur Google Maps). Pourtant, peu y dorment et se rendent à la baie depuis là, préférant un spot en bord de mer comme pied-à-terre.

Khao Lak. Les plages de Khao Lak sont situées à environ 70 km de la baie et sont donc un point de chute idéal. Dès lors que vous aurez des agences de tourisme locales, elles proposeront sans aucun doutes un tour vers la baie. Si vous préférez y aller en indépendant, cela vous fait une bonne heure de route avant d’accéder aux villages permettant de se rendre dans la baie par bateau à longue queue.

Phuket. Le spot par défaut donc. Également situé à 70 km de la baie, si l’on tient compte que vous restez plutôt sur l’une des plages au sud de l’île, et les tours partent généralement depuis le haut de la baie.

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Comment se rendre à la baie de Phang Nga ?

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Quel tour ou agence choisir ?

La solution la plus simple est bien évidemment de faire appel à une agence localement. Que ce soit l’un des trois spots cités juste au-dessus, vous aurez normalement l’embarras du choix avec les devantures présentant toutes un “James Bond Island Tour” ou quelque chose de similaire, correspondant à une visite de la baie de Phang Nga.

Les prix varient alors entre 1200 et 3900 bahts selon les prestations et le degré de “privation” du tour (à savoir est-ce que vous serez 10, 20 ou 30 d’un coup).

Le programme reste en général le même, seul l’ordre des visites changera. À savoir, cela inclut une visite au passage du Wat Suwan Khuha et sa grotte au bouddha couché (et des singes devant), prise en charge en bateau puis navigation vers la baie, en passant vers des cavités (Khao Kien par exemple), puis pause déjeuner à Ko Panyi avant de repartir voir d’autres lieux comme l’iconique James Bond Island. Certains proposent un arrêt pour faire du kayak dans les zones appropriés comme à Ko Panak.

Vous pouvez réserver cette excursion, incluant un tour en kayak à partir de 1 550 Bahts sur cette page. Le départ se fait depuis Phuket et inclut aussi un arrêt plage sur la petite île de Naka Noi au nord de l’île.

Sans promo, cette prestation est similaire pour une réputation excellente équivalente.

Comment s’y rendre par soi même ?

Comme je l’évoquais plus haut, n’importe quel village de pêcheurs pourra vous proposer une journée de balade dans la baie. J’y met juste un petit bémol suite à l’annonce de la mise en place d’un système d’e-ticket voulu pour limiter le nombre de visiteurs, et par là même, l’impact environnemental dans au moins 3 parcs maritimes de la région, dont celui de Phang Nga.

La petite route menant au village.

Le quai de Pa yang boat service.

Si ce système reste à priori facile à contrôler depuis le parc national marin de Hat Noppharat Thara-Mu (à Koh Phi Phi) et celui du parc national Mu Koh Similan, il n’en va pas de même pour le parc marin de Ao Phang Nga dont les nombreux accès rendent, à mon avis, difficile de savoir qui montent dans un bateau avec un ticket d’accès tant les pêcheurs ne sont probablement pas au courant de ce système. Système qui par ailleurs est, bien qu’annoncé l’année dernière, toujours pas mis en place à ma connaissance.

Ceci étant précisé, je pars du principe que c’est toujours possible (mon expérience date de janvier 2018 donc antérieur à l’annonce faite en octobre), voici donc plusieurs quais d’où vous pourrez louer par vous-même une embarcation, sachant que le tarif sera en général de 2 500 Bahts pour la journée (c’est possible à négocier, mais perso, même avec ma femme, on obtenait pas mieux).

Pa yang boat service, je commence par celui où je m’étais rendu, qui avait ce côté pratique d’être à 16 km du point de vue (Samet Nangshe) et cela m’évitait de remonter toute la baie, vu qu’à l’origine, j’étais parti pour me rendre vers le quai par défaut (que je vous mets juste ci-dessous).

Phang Nga Bay with a longtail boat, c’est donc celui à côté de la ville de Phang Nga, au nord de la baie. C’est normalement de là que partent la plupart des tours et que je me rendais au départ.

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Incontournable de Thaïlande : visiter la baie de Phang Nga La baie de Phang Nga est située dans la mer Andaman entre l'île et province de Phuket et la côte de la province de Krabi.

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Popular Tourist Attractions in the Phuket, Thailand

Phuket town in Thailand is an attraction for the vacationers for its varied series of holy places as well as eye catching locations.

Phuket Town appears to some site visitors like a drowsy provincial resources without much selecting it through destinations. Yet Phuket Town is soaked ever before, has numerous attractive as well as various holy places as well as flaunts top-rate viewpoints.

A preferred with more adventurous visitors is truly a walk with the Old Community, an area that lives and breathes the island's good track record for tin mining, some Two centuries earlier. A lot of the temples utilized as bases throughout Phuket's famous Vegetarian Celebration are within simple reach of each various other and there's even wild animals midtown, on Ape Hill.

Phuket Attractions solidify this location among one of the most stunning on the globe. Individuals, culture, food, and also art turn it right into an awesome spot to vacation. There are great deals of, many traits to do and also see in Phuket, for that reason we have chosen just a handful that individuals believe have to get on your order of business. Surf the Phuket attractions below.

Here's a substantial overview of Phuket Town's attractions.

Phang Nga Bay

Phang Nga Bay showcases sheer high cliffs of limestone rising from brilliant environment-friendly water. The panorama is memorable. You have the ability to visit the bay's islands, sightseeing round the beautiful plants and also sheltered animals that make their homes there. Koh Panyee and Goal impossible Island are simply two well-known areas within the bay that you might see. You could delight in the bay if you take a watercraft journey to the location from Phuket's north end.

Patong Beach Attractions

Famous for organizing the best night life on Phuket Island, Patong offers a wide range of destinations consisting of Simon Cabaret (the largest transvestite cabaret program in Asia), Jungceylon Mega Shopping center, Patong Boxing Stadium, and also Wat Patong. This beachside community provides quite a little bit to offer with concerns to intriguing as well as fun attractions.

Karon Beach Attractions

Karon is recognized for its gorgeous lengthy coastline, a multitude of dining establishments, its purchasing fetes in addition to a handful of friendly as well as never ever also outrageous bars along with a loosened up night scene. Numerous attractions protrude right here such as the Dino Park mini golf, Karon Holy place and the local market.

Phuket Town Attractions

In the start sight, Phuket Town seems to some visitors like a drowsy rural capital without much selecting it through tourist attractions. Yet Phuket Community is steeped ever before, has numerous eye-catching as well as various holy places and also flaunts top-rate viewpoints.

A preferred with even more adventurous vacationers is actually a stroll with the Old Town, an area that lives as well as breathes the island's excellent online reputation for tin mining, some 2 centuries earlier. Most of the temples used as bases throughout Phuket's famous Vegetarian Celebration are within very easy reach of each other and also there's also wildlife midtown, on Monkey Hill. Here's a considerable guide to Phuket Community's attractions.

Old Phuket Town

Unique shops and Sino-Portuguese views are among the wonderful surprises that await in Phuket's funding. It gives interesting views and also incredible restaurants, combining Chinese and colonial design having a comfy, home-like feeling.

Sino Portuguese Architecture

A must-do in Phuket is truly a stroll within the old a part of Phuket City, around Thalang, Dibuk and also Krabi roads. The beautiful design along these roads will need you back the appeal of the century earlier. Based upon Pranee Sakulpitpatana, among the island's premier chroniclers, the style stands for European relationship to the island.

Phuket Old Streets

The core from the Old Town essentially includes 5 roadways and also many 'sois' (little roads), they are Rasada Rd, Phang Nga Rd, Thalang Rd, Dibuk Rd, and Krabi Rd. This quarter includes history and also after years of neglect takes place to be being renovated.

Phuket FantaSea Show

This series is cool and enjoyable, yet properly performed. With elephants, trapeze musicians, and also pyrotechnics, the Phuket FantaSea Show is filled with Las vega design. The participants combine Thailand's typical folklore with dream and also story that reaches be more fascinating as the tale goes, making it immaterial else in the world. The series is really a must-see when in Phuket.

Big Buddha

The big Buddha is really an impressive sight. At 45 meters high, it's noticeable from a great deal of south Phuket. This recent addition towards the island stands atop the Nakkerd Hills, enjoying over Rawai, Kata, and also Chalong. Alongside Huge Buddha rests an inferior, brass Buddha, along with a temple is close by, as well. An added attribute from the site that Big Buddha sits on is always that there is an incredible sight when you obtain to the surface area of the hills.

Wat Chalong and Phuket Temples

Visited by a large amount each year, Wat Chalong is simply one of Phuket's most significant and cherished holy places. It's decorated with little bits of glass, producing amazing reflections, there many pagodas nearby. Wat Chalong hosts country fairs on special vacations, showcasing cultural views and also native foods.

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June Bahtra Cruise – Boarding SY Jit Jai

30 June 2017 – June Bahtra Cruise. The day starts with pick up at the hotel (or at our office in my case), and transfer by comfortable minivan to the Yacht Haven Marine at the northern end of Phuket Island. The drive takes around an hour, more or less also depending on hotel location on the island.

We arrived at the marina around 08:30, then we had to wait for a while for the other shuttle vans to arrive with the remaining guests. This is fine as the location is very nice with plenty of seats and a cafe overlooking the port.

At 09:00 we finally boarded SY Jit Jai, the biggest of the three boats of the June Bahtra Cruise fleet. Jit Jai is actually licensed to carry up to 50 passengers, but the trip is limited to a maximum of 30 to guarantee high level of comfort and service. The other two boats instead are a bit smaller, licensed for up to 30 but limited to 20 guests.

June Bahtra Cruise – Comfy boat

The June Bahtra Cruise boats are all very charming original 90+ years old traditional Chinese junk schooners, maintained in amazing conditions despite their age. The cruise makes you feel like time travelling back through history. The boat is very comfortable with plenty of mattresses to lay down during the cruising, both in the shades and in the sun. The friendly staff on board provides great quality service to the guests, offering free refreshments and assistance the whole time. It was also nice to see that the company puts effort in being eco-friendly, limiting the use of plastic as much as possible. Although it is an actual sailing boat, due to the local conditions and logistics the cruise runs on engine, while the beautiful red sails are unfolded only for scenic display at some point during the trip.

Approaching Ao Phang Nga Bay

June Bahtra Cruise boats are not very fast, but it’s fine as this allows to fully enjoy the comfortable and smooth cruise while admiring the beautiful landscapes approaching Phang Nga Bay. Thanks to the open design of the boat the guests have an almost 360 degrees view of the surrounding which is great, something that you don’t get with a different kind of tour like for example a speedboat.

Shortly after setting sail, the friendly and knowledgeable English speaking gave us a nice briefing explaining the itinerary that is going to be followed during the day and showing the area on a nice map.

Easy Day’s Francesco at James Bond Island

The cruise took approximately 2 hours to reach the first stop, when shortly after cruising by the beautiful Hong Island all the guests had to move from the big boat to a smaller traditional long tail boat. This is because in the inner part of the bay where the most popular sites are located the water is too shallow for a larger boat, and also because the long tail boat is faster and more agile.

About 15 minutes after changing boats we reached the popular “James Bond Island” (Khao Phing Kan), the first highlight of the day. Here we had about 30 minutes to explore the island and take all the great pictures of the iconic limestone pillar, which is more than enough as the island is very nice though also very small.

Panyee Village on Stilts

Back on the long tail boat, in another 10-15 minutes we reached Koh Panyee Sea Gypsy Village built on stilts, another popular highlight of Phang Nga Bay. Here the guide walked us around the narrow alleys while giving info about the history and culture of this unique community of Sea Gypsy families who settled here a couple of hundred years ago coming from Java. We visited the funny “floating football stadium” which has its own nice story to tell (check this interesting video), the school, the new mosque (the village is a Muslim community), and witnessed the unique local lifestyle. Here we spend about 40 minutes, before boarding again the long tail boat to cruise back to the big boat.

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June Bahtra Cruise – Lunch

Once back on boat the June Bahtra Cruise SY Jit Jai around 13:30 the lunch was ready, a nice Thai buffet with several dishes to choose from (green curry chicken, fried rice, yellow noodles, roasted chicken wings, Thai fish, fried mixed vegetables) and fresh fruit.  We enjoyed lunch while gently cruising back towards Phuket.

This tour is mostly about the cruise and sightseeing as Phang Nga Bay doesn’t offer any nice beaches or opportunity for snorkeling due to the murky water, but at some point on the way back to Phuket we stopped for a while near Lawa Island where the water is a bit more clear, allowing those who wanted to have a refreshing swim at the end of the trip. A good reason to bring your swimsuit and a towel!

We reached Yacht Haven Marina around 16:00, after a very enjoyable day in Phang Nga Bay. The minivans were ready a few step away from the boat docking ready to transfer everyone back to their Phuket hotels.

June Bahtra Cruise – Comfortable Boat

All in all I can say I really enjoyed the June Bahtra Cruise in Phang Nga Bay. I believe it’s a perfect option for people who look for a relaxing kind of tour enjoying great views, a beautiful comfy boat and the most popular site of Phang Nga Bay. As some people say: “it’s not always about the destination, it’s about the journey”. On the other hand, if you aim to visit as many places as possible in the huge Phang Nga Bay in a single day you should instead go for a Speedboat Tour , or if you want to dedicate more time to kayaking in the caves you should do a Sea Canoe Tour.

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Beautiful ancient boat.

Very comfortable and smooth cruising.

Great service on board.

Fantastic views.

Visit James Bond Island and Koh Panyee.

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Slow boat (for some people this can be a pro).

Visit fewer islands compared to other Phang Nga Bay tours.

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  June Bahtra Cruise – Inspection 30 Jun ’17 30 June 2017 - June Bahtra Cruise. The day starts with pick up at the hotel (or at our office in my case), and transfer by comfortable minivan to the Yacht Haven Marine at the northern end of Phuket Island.

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What Should One Learn And Where Should He Visit On His Phuket Tours And Excursions?

Want sun-drenched beaches, tranquil temples and sparkling nightlife on your next vacation? All these together have long been a magnet for drawing tourists to Phuket from around the world. Plan for your Phuket Tours And Excursion to have some ecstatic moments in the largest island of Thailand. This excursion would make every of your moment here both meaningful and eventful. The sensational beaches, the awesome landscapes, the green surrounding, and the incredibly hospitable locals are some of the highlights of Phuket that mostly attract to the people from USA, Australia and it’s neighboring country Malta. Especially people from these countries travel to phuket to have peace and tranquility and to immerse with the vast beauty of Indian Ocean waters.

6 -Essential Tips On Your Phuket Tours And Excursion

1. The queue is always long at Phuket Airport. Don’t be worried, if your luggage has not arrived. You will get through eventually.

2. ATMs are everywhere and usually work safely. But make sure no one watches over your shoulder while drawing. Note: in Thailand, money comes out FIRST, and then only your card is ejected! There is a greater chance to forget your card in the machine.

3. Rent a car for you always well in advance. Note that the cars have third party insurance. Always double check the condition of your car before leaving the airport.

4. Remember Major credit cards are accepted in many stores and restaurants, but not in taxis, bazaars, massages, beer bars and other very ‘local businesses’.

5. Booking your hotel in advance is always cheaper than on arrival. If you love crowed, go to Potang but if it is quiet and romantic: Mai Khao Beach is the best to book.

6. In the case of an accident call 191 or better: 1155 the tourist police number and call an ambulance if necessary.

5-Top Places To Visit On Your Phuket Tours And Excursions.

1. Phang Nga Bay Sail to James Bond Island and Koh Panyee,  just two of the more famous spots in this bay.

2. Phuket Old Town Experience the unique blend of colonial and Chinese architecture. Have a fascinating and unforgettable afternoon strolling around Phuket's Old Town.

3. Bangla Road Nightlife Take an after-dark strolls down Patong's Bangla Road. The nightclubs, bars, shows and general nocturnal fun in Phuket are the highlights to enjoy here.

4. Wat Chalong It is Phuket Island's spiritual centre. You haven't seen Phuket if you've never visited this fascinating temple.

5. Phi Phi Island Famous for 2000 movie the “The Beach’’ .A piece of grand natural beauty.

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Plan a trip to some Tremendously Superb Destination Spots across Thailand

Phang Nga Bay lies in Thailand. Also known as the Ao Phang Nga National Park and lies between the Phuket Island and the Southern Thailand’s mainland. It is outlines by mangrove forests, limestone cliffs, small islands and rock formations, etc. Among these islands lie Koh Tapu also known as the James Bond island because it appeared in the Kames Bond movie. Koh Phanak Island is characterized by lagoons and caves. The water of the bay is dotted by the presence of coral reefs. The Phang Nga Bay has water that is purely emerald- green along with limestone karsts that just break out as a vertical formation from the waters leaving the place with a spectacular view. There are two extremely dazzling popular spots at the bay known as the Koh Panyee and James Bond Island.

Things to do at Phang Nga Bay

A number of leisure day trips to Phang Nga Bay can be organized and formulated where you can explore numerous activities and places to visit. It’s simple to book a tour to the Phang Nga Bay and experience the delight involved in it throughout. There is a lot to do here. There is a Limestone island, Similan Island, James Bond Island at the Bay. With extensive greenery, quiet beaches, exquisite scenery, peaceful space, and some luxurious hotels, you can spend a wonderful time here with your friends, family and loved ones. Trips and excursions can be carried out here with fun activities and a restful environment.

Overview of Monkey Jungle Cruise

It’s one of the most popular tours that take you into the Mangrove Jungle in the villages of Thailand wherein you can feed and play plenty of and diverse curious monkeys spread across the place. In the cruise, when you cross the local fish farm, you will find a relaxing, sheltered island that allows you to swim in the waters, and to prowl in the deserted beaches. As you enter the mangrove forests you will see many monkeys actively jumping around the whole area. You can play with them, feed them and have a good time with them. They are friendly and highly curious species with a lively look on their face offering you a unique and a rare opportunity to blend and intermingle with the most entertaining variety of monkeys that you will be startled and will not be able to ignore the innocent sweet tempered monkeys spread across the splendid mangrove trees.

Explore the ravishing beauty across

You can also get to see Sea Birds and Eagles on your way to the river Klong while moving towards the Ago Yon Bay. There are some really beautiful beaches that are sandy and most exquisite with a splendid appearance along with the natural green patches present in the garden areas that fall onto the way while going to the coastline of the South Eastern Phuket.  You can explore and delve into the opulent beaches spread across the place. Depending upon the weather conditions the tour can be changed anytime. There is easy availability of transportation to and from the bay or a hotel where you are staying.

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How James Bond Island Tour Offers The View Of Fantastic Sceneries In Phuket?

Have you seen the movie “The man with the Golden Gun”? A 1974 all time hit, shot at Phanga Nga. The major part of credit goes to the island for its extraordinary scenic beauty. Plan for a James Bond Island Tour and explore the grand beauty of the island that is unique inthe world. Phanga Nga is a small region but a great place for tourists, especially sea and beach lovers. The Phang Nga National Park has the most spectacular Scenery, where secret lagoons open into meet the amazing majestic caves. Come, explore and immerse with the amazing views of the Phang Nga National park.

Discover the magical wonders of Phanga Nga Bay and a hundred of lime Stone Islands that is scattered around the Bay. Go for James Bond Island Tour which is the most spectacular scenic regions of Thailand. It consists of numerous dramatic limestone cliffs rising sheer out of the sea, the most famous one being the James bond island which was featured in the James bond movie. The popular attraction is the Muslim fishing village of Koh Panyee. Canoeing through limestone caves into mangrove forests is included in the tours.

Make your James Bond Island Tour a life time memorable event. Enjoy the delicious Thai and Seafood lunch at Koh Panyee Panyi during your James Bond Island Tour. Travel around the Ko Tapu rock at James Bond Island which is a tall vertical rock island that stands in the middle of the bay of Koh Khao Ping Kan and it is the funny looking rock that featured so heavily in the man with the Golden Gun movie by hosting the solar panels for harvesting the power of the sun and for powering Scaramanga's laser gun. Ko Tapu actually translates into English as Nail Island or Spike Island and it got this name due to its tall and rocky nature. It’s one of the most popular stops on traditional long tail boat or speedboat excursions.

Discover the sights of James Bond Island which are a famous island in Phanga Nga bay with Follow Me Phuket during your James Bond Island Tour. If you are looking for a holiday, Phuket Island is the right place for you and your family; you will be entertained by the most professional driver on the island. We Offer Phuket Transfer Services to and from Phuket International Airport with a choice of car, minibus or SUV. You can be assured that you will get the most comfortable trip to the hotel without any confusion, no stress with best prices guaranteed. We are a family run Tour Company dedicated to providing you the very best experience on this tropical island of Phuket.

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