Adventures on my Travel to Thailand – Focusing on Koh Phangan
If you were planning an adventurous travel to Thailand – the Southern “Paradise” islands wouldn’t probably be your first choice. Surprisingly enough, in Koh Phangan you may find out that even real, “hardcore” adventures are ready to be picked and can even be quite enjoyable. There are varieties of open-air activities in Koh Phangan, and you don’t have to be neither experienced nor wealthy to take a part in the most exciting ones.
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An unspoiled tropical forest covers Koh Phangan, and experienced trekkers can walk through significantly challenging trails over there – e.g. up to the tallest mountain Khao Ra. On the other hand, there are some easy and fun treks, which can also be savored by the more lazy adventurer wannabes like myself. These include one of the most amazing treks in Phaeng Waterfall National Park, recommended for anyone who appreciates a real genuine beauty; the two hours Bottle beach trek; and the popular trek from Haad Rin.
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The list of popular treks
Khao Ra - the highest peak in Koh Phangan
Phaeng Waterfall National Park
Bottle Beach on the North West of Koh Phangan
Haad Yuan and Haad Thian beaches on the South East of Koh Phangan
If you travel with your children – safari Eco- Nature Tour, including the jeep journey around the island, elephant trekking, snorkeling in Koh Ma (where is also located the best diving and snorkeling site in Koh Phangan) and visiting the most important viewpoints and waterfalls – is perfect for you.
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Phangan Safari
Chaloklum, tel. 01-8953783
It is also possible to combine some of the activities above by taking a part in a boat tripor a road trip around Koh Phangan.
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Reggae Magic Boat Trip
Haad Rin, tel. 01-0859137
Snoop Dogg Boat Trip
Haad Rin, tel. 09-5293828, 077-375364
Ang Thong National Marine Park is a group of 42 islands, protected as a National Park. The park features lime stone massifs, deserted sea beaches and tropical rainforests. A typical journey to the park can be arranged either as a day trip or as a camping trip.
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Rin Beach Tours - Trip to Ang Thong Marine Park
Haad Rin, tel. 077-375385
Lastly, in Koh Phangan you will also have the opportunity to do some mountain biking. Bikes can be hired in most towns and villages for as low as 80-120 baht per day. (For those of you who think a vacation in “Paradise” can’t be an adventurer’s “Paradise” as well!)
