Phang Nga Bay

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Phang Nga Bay

Phang Nga Bay is one of the most famous and popular tourist attractions in Phang Nga Province. It is located in the west of Thailand, northwest of Phuket and northeast of Krabi. Phang Nga Bay is characterized by high limestone mountains surrounded by crystal clear water. Its highlights include:

Phang Nga Bay

Characteristics and highlights of Phang Nga Bay

1. Limestone islands and sea plants: There are tall limestone islands with beautiful and unique sea plants, such as Koh Jan, Koh Yao, and Koh Penang.
2. Caves and Tunnels: Phang Nga Bay has many interesting intricate caves and natural tunnels, such as Hong Cave, Tapu Cave, and Talay Phao Cave.
3. Boat tours: Tourists can charter a boat or join a tour to visit the caves and islands in the bay.
4. Water activities: There are boat rides to see corals, and tourists can canoe, rock climb, and snorkel in this area.

Travel to Phang Nga Bay

By land: Tourists can travel from Bangkok or nearby provinces to Phang Nga and then take a bus or shuttle to Phang Nga Bay.

By sea: Tourists can travel from the piers in Phuket or Krabi by boat or walk to the pier in Phang Nga.

Cautions

Low tide - high tide: Tourists should check the tide table in advance, as the beautiful caves and islands in Phang Nga Bay are clearly visible during low tide.