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Each of our trip leaders has paddled extensively in Phang Nga Bay since 1993. No one in southern Thailand has more paddling experience! The Bay is a large, lovely area that seems different in every change in weather and light. There are many fine secluded islands that can be explored at our leisure in comfortable touring kayaks. In these areas, where only the occasional fisherman is seen, wildlife is plentiful. Our
guests, paddling at their own pace, quickly learn the difference
between White-belly Sea Eagles and Brahminy Kites (another large raptor)
by the wing configuration while in flight. Other frequent sightings
include Pacific Reef Egrets, a wide variety of Kingfishers, Little
Herons, Frigate Birds, and Blue Rock Thrushes. Sometimes we catch
sight of Oriental Pied Hornbills or Southern Pied Hornbills perched
in trees or in flight. We frequently come upon monitor lizards sunning on rocks, and often see Crab-eating Macaques on the beach or moving in trees near the water. Sometimes we see Dusky langurs in trees high on a cliff face. Monkeys are common in the bay.
We
stay in bungalows
on an island with a wonderful view of limestone karst formations spread
out before us. We enjoy the laid back quality of island life. A shower,
a proper bed, and a restaurant are the choice for those who don't
care to camp. However, we do offer tent camping
with fans and lights in each tent. We take your comfortable seriously.
Here's a story written by intern Kim Taylor about Koh Yao Noi. Here is another story written by Finnish traveler Ms. Satu Hyrkäs about kayaking in Phang Nga Bay. Check out the Phang Nga Bay kayaking slideshow (to the right) from our good friends at Adventure4ever.
A picture says a thousand words... OK,
if you believe that, then check out these awesome photos:
It is the quiet & solitude that we seek as individual paddlers.
More expensive accommodations are available. If you are booking a private trip and are interested in more upscale accommodations, just let us know exactly what you want and we'll quote you a price.
We offer two day and three day trips into the Bay, for two to eight people. Longer trips are available and there is certainly enough to see and do in the bay to warrant a longer trip. Small groups, proper touring kayaks, orientation to proper paddling technique and safety, islands off the beaten path - this is PaddleAsia. No experience is needed for this trip. The majority of our guests have never paddled before. No problem, we'll teach you proper paddling technique. Our trips are all-inclusive: all transfers (airfare not included), all equipment, accommodations once on the trip, all meals, all snacks, cofee, tea and insurance. You'll also get a complimentary PaddleAsia shirt. Click here to see our prices.
Downtown Ko Yao Noi, where East often meets West...
*Buffalo photo compliments of Ms. Veronica Anderson, LA, California |
Phang
Nga Bay is
one of the most popular tourist destinations in southern Thailand.
Every day over a dozen canoeing companies and countless independent
operators take tourists to a few well-known locations in the Bay.
The result is similar to road traffic in Bangkok. It's noisy, congested,
and chaotic. The tourists see the famous "hongs", or inner island
lagoons in some of the islands, and make the obligatory trip to see
"James Bond Island".
Our
company longtail escort boat is large enough to carry our boats
and gear, and has plenty of room under the roof to sit out of the sun
between visits to islands.
