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".

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.

 

Guest's comment: John Furman (American) We had an incredible trip, exceeded our expectations, and are eager to do it again.... was always good natured, engaging, and knowledgeable... and didn't put any pressure on us to achieve great paddling feats! This made it a lot more relaxing. Thanks again.

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.

The bungalows we've chosen are locally owned and operated. All of the money generated by this operation stays on Ko Yao Noi. The community is striving to develop sustainable growth and we support them fully. To read more about the bungalows we use, check out our Phang Nga bungalow page.

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.

A picture says a thousand words... OK, if you believe that, then check out these awesome photos:
Phang Nga Bay kayaking 1
Phang Nga Bay kayaking 2

It is the quiet & solitude that we seek as individual paddlers.  This is what we offer our guests.

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, coffee, tea and insurance. Click here to see our prices.

Downtown Ko Yao Noi, where East often meets West...

*Buffalo photo compliments of Ms. Veronica Anderson, LA, California