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Bang Niang Beach

Located north of Nang Thong on Khao Lak, Bang Niang Beach is one of the most popular destinations for backpackers and surfers. It is known for simple activities and blissful surroundings, with the calm, warm waters of the Andaman Sea.The quiet stretch of golden sand at the beach makes it an ideal location for walking to the adjoining Nang Thong beach. Deemed to be just perfect for visitors on a budget and backpackers, Bang Niang Beach happens to be a well equipped commercial point well as a great party venue with a thriving nightlife. The simple beach activities and the solitude has transformed this area into one of the most popular and happening beaches of Khao Lak. Read More

Hong Island is a great tourist destination just off the Krabi coast in the Phang Nga Province, and an undiscovered and unordinary gem waiting to be explored. This island consists of a group of four exotic tropical islands that can be reached within 20 to 30 minutes from Ao Nang in a speedboat. Since the island is part of a National Park, the main atoll is uninhabited. The twin bays on the east side of the main island is popular for kayaking. The island gets its name from the high cliffs or the eroded caves as they call it. These cliffs surround a large lagoon. One could even sit by the stunning bay and watch the beautiful tropical birds, the famous monitor lizards, and the northern white-cheeked gibbon. Read More

The International Tsunami Museum is dedicated to preserving the tragic story of the devastating Indian Ocean tsunami in 2004 for subsequent generations. It is located in a two-story home on Phetkasem Road. The exhibits show photos and videos of Khao Lak’s tsunami and a real stranded police boat, teach how a tsunami is formed, and show cultural and psychological responses to the calamity.

Named after two of its highest peaks- Lak and Lam Ru; the Khao Lak Lam Ru National Park is located south of Hat Khao Lak in Phang Nga and is home to numerous species of plants, birds, animals, and marine life. It is the perfect area to enjoy wildlife watching and photography, and other activities such as hiking and forest walks. Spread over 125 square kilometers,it is a beautiful amalgamation of sea cliffs, beaches, hills, dome-shaped granite mountains, and also tropical evergreen forests. Initially, the area was established as a terrestrial park, but then it got qualified as a Marine National Park in 1995, because of the presence of several marine resources in the area. The coast around Hat Khao Lak is only a tiny portion of the complete park. This coast geographically covers two different kinds of areas that are joined together by a narrow band of the jungle. These forests include climbers such as Rattans, and also ferns and orchids. Various animals and reptiles that dwell here, and it is also common to spot some beautiful birds here, along with different kinds of butterflies in the primary rainforest area. Read More

Sunset Beach is an idyllic destination for those seeking seclusion on a private sandy beach in Khao Lak. This beach borders the lush hills of Lam Ru National Park and overlooks a stunning, less crowded coastline flanked by casuarinas, boulders and turquoise waters. Sunset Beach lives up to its name, and one can enjoy panoramic sunset vistas from the beach’s luxury bungalows, resorts or lounges. Soak in the beauty of nature as you stroll on the golden sand with your partner on the clean beaches of Khao Lak. This particular beach is known as Sunset Beach and the name is very fitting. Coming across stall sor restaurants might not be easy but restaurants of the resorts on this beach are accessible by all. Read More

Nang Thong Beach is located close to the village of La On in Khao Lake. Although it spans just two kilometers, this strip is packed with restaurants, bars, diving centres, and plenty of activities. With many stretches of private land (owing to the resorts located along the beach), you’ll find Nang Thong Beach to be a quiet location for sunbathing, swimming, and enjoying a lovely day. Nang Thong Beach is one of the quieter areas in southern Thailand. With a national park on one side and the calm Andaman Sea on the other, it’s an ideal location for families and travelers keen on enjoying a slower pace of life. It’s quite the resort-town, home to dozens of resort properties along its 2-kilometer stretch. It is one of the many beaches Khao Lak offers, wedged between Khao Lak Beach to the north and Bang Niang Beach to the south. It may be just 80 kilometres from Phuket but offers an entirely different experience. While Phuket is full of energy and adrenaline, Nang Thong Beach is far more relaxed. While Phuket has become highly commercial, Nang Thong Beach retains some rustic charms. If you’re keen on seeing Thailand without its notorious crowds, this is definitely the place to be. Read More

Situated around 60 Km west of Khao Lak and originally a part of the Mu Ko Surin National Park, the Surin Islands (not to be confused with Surin Beach in Phuket) comprises a group of Five Islands. It is most visited by snorkelers, nature lovers, and wildlife photographers hoping to indulge in diving, snorkeling, game fishing, and hiking. Lacking development, it is also a haven for people looking for a quiet refuge. Known for dense forests with beaches surrounded by corals, all five islands of Surin Islands (Ko Surin Nuea, Ko Surin Tai, Ko Ri, Ko Kai, and Ko Klang) are situated so close to each other, and the water level so shallow at some spots that you can reach these islands on foot. The fun and frolic is something which you get complimentary to the picturesque view of the islands combined with the turquoise waters of the Andaman Sea. Read More

Tong Chong Fa Waterfall is located within the Khao Sok National Park and is enveloped by beautiful countryside and mountains. Renowned as the “Free Natural Showers,” Tong Chong Fa Waterfall is a stunning waterfall with multiple swimming pools, perfect for taking a break from the summer heat and going swimming. This five-level waterfall is located 7 kilometers off the Bang Niang main road and boasts a trekking trail that is steep, uneven, and difficult. Along with checking out the Tong Chong Fa Waterfall in Khao Sok National Park, visitors can explore many other waterfalls nestled within the park. Read More

The Vegetarian festival is an annual festival celebrated in towns where people of Chinese origin reside. The Thai people observe this festival for ten days, decided by the Chinese lunar calendar. People who take part only eat vegetarian food for ten days. Parades and firecrackers mark the start of the festival in Takua, Pa, and special accommodations are made on the menu for vegetarian items at this time. People dress up in white throughout the festival, with many piercing or self-mutilating themselves and walking on sharp or dangerous objects, which can be pain-inflicting. The Vegetarian festival origins are based on a group of Chinese opera performers having visited the island. It was said that they fell extremely ill, following which they resorted to a strict vegetarian diet. They also offered prayers to the Nine Emperor Gods, after which they recovered completely. This was deemed to be a miracle and work of the heavens. Upon their survival, the overjoyed travellers started holding a festival in honour of the gods. Read More

Built with the vision of creating a haven for elephants to retire in bliss and be rehabilitated, Khao Lak’s elephant sanctuaries allow people to learn about them. In addition, they offer the rare opportunity for visitors to feed, walk with, give mud baths to the Asian elephants, and even have some friendly water fights. Phang Nga Elephant Park, Elephant Welfare Centre, and Khao Lak Eco Elephant are the largest sanctuaries in Khao Lak.