- Tina Pascual
- Feb 4, 2020
- 2 min read
Updated: Aug 31, 2020
7 AM
Excitedly woke up, anticipating our island tour. We were greeted by a knock at the door for our trays of breakfast in bed. Few minutes later, the monkeys came over our balcony, hoping to join us with our meal. We enjoyed looking at them play while we eat (of course, the glass window is close).
8:30 AM
Went at our tour agency to wait for someone to accompany us going to the pier. We rode a bump boat together with about 15 tourists with us. They provided us bottled water and sandwiches for refreshment.
First Stop:
MONKEY ISLAND - Played with the primates that are on the island while swimming at the crystal clear blue water.
Passed by: CHICKEN ISLAND - A chicken-shaped iconic island.
Second Stop:
LOH SAMAH BAY - The bay is full of interesting limestone islets. The famous one is shaped like a mushroom head. This is where we snorkel to meet cute and colourful fishes.
Third Stop:
MAYA BEACH - Of course, the famous Maya Beach should be on the list. It is undoubtedly beautiful. However, we arrived during peak hours of tourists flock. Long tail boats are crowding the shore and visitors from around the world are dancing, swimming, reading and playing everywhere. I should say that the Island is very packed. Else, it is difficult to take a good photo because the people are all over the place. Even so, its beauty is undeniable. We regret not being able to go there very early in the morning where people are not yet on site, but we can only do it if we went by ourselves. By the way, authorities collected a small amount of baht for the island’s conservation fund.
Fourth Stop:
PILLEH LAGOON - The lagoon is enclosed by gorgeous, sharp and tall limestones. It is where we were again allowed to dive and snorkel with another class of fishes.
Passed by: VIKING CAVE - Disappointingly, just a stop. We just passed by while appreciating it. A group of tourist are not allowed to go there as locals do their living (collecting bird’s nest) on the cave. It is said that the cave owns drawings of primeval sailors who may be taking shelter during storms. Nevertheless, it was cool to see such a notable site in the island.
2 PM
Checked-out at the hotel and had a late lunch. Afterwards, we headed for our 2 hours ferry ride to Ao Nang, Krabi.
5:30 PM
Arrived at Ao Nang tired but safe. Ao Nang Beach was really majestic at this hour as the sunset rays reflect the beach's blue water. From pier, we road a public jeep for 30 minutes going to our hotel.
6 PM
Enjoyed our hotel which is surrounded by tall cliffs. Also, a mosque situated in front of our accommodation is a bonus attraction. After a few minutes, we decided to take the hotel's free shuttle going to the nearby town and had some local food dinner in an open air eatery beside the beach.
Thereupon, we strolled at the Walking Street where lots of interesting and cheap shops are.
As a couple, we love long night walks along the neighbourhood every time we travel. We shopped, tasted street food and observed culture. We roam around until our legs are unable to step further.
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