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Coral Island
or Hey Island
This island of Phuket's south coast is so well known for
its coral reef that it is often referred to simply as
Coral Island. In addition to the splendid reefs there are
two fine beaches on the north and west. Koh Hey is part of
a marine preserve, but accommodations, restaurants,
various water sports and diving are all available. Boats
leave from Rawai and Chalong. Package tours are also
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Keaw Island
A fine beach,
natural surroundings, and coral are on this little island
3 kms. from Rawai, south of Phrom Thep. There is also a
giant Buddha Statue. The island is 15 minutes by chartered
boat from Rawai. |
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Koh Bon
Koh Bon is located north of
Similian Islands and offers world-class diving. The dive
site is on the southwestern point and consists of a 33
meter wall facing the small cove, and a step-down ridge
that carries on to depths of over 45 meters. Koh Bon is
one of the better places to see manta rays, especially
towards the end of the season when there is more plankton
in the water. In that area you also have the islands Koh
Tachaj, the Surin Islands, and Richelieu Rock. |
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Koh Hi (Coral Island)
The outer of two islands
directly south of Chalong Bay, which you by dive boat from
Chalong Bay (Phuket) can reach in about 45 min. Its
nearness and its relatively sheltered position mean
virtually all year around diving. During the rainy season,
Coral Island is the best diving destination from Phuket. |
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Koh Yao Noi
Koh
Yao Noi, is one of the largest islands surrounding Phuket
and can be reached in one hour by boat from Phuket. The
island is situated within a very short distance to the
well-known destinations of Koh Bileh islands, Krabi, Phang
Nga (James Bond islands). The tourism has not been
developed on a large scale on the island, thai life style
remained unchanged and peace and privacy abound. South of
Koh Yao Noi it has its twin island, Koh Yao Yai, which is
even bigger and wilder and offers wonderful spots for
trekking.
Resort :
Koyao
Island Resort |
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Lon Island
This large, mountainous island is only 20 minutes by
regular passenger boat from Chalong Bay, in the south of
Phuket. The mainly Muslim inhabitants engage in fishing,
rubber and coconut planting. There is a long stretch of
beach on the northeast coast. Boats to Koh Lon leave daily
in the early morning from Chalong Pier.
Resort :
Baan Mai Cottages & Restaurant |
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Nakha Island
This small, quiet island with fine sandy beaches lies just
off Phuket's northeast shore. Waters are suitable for
swimming. One item of interest at Koh Nakha Noi not found
in many other places is its pearl farm. Boats can be hired
from Ao Po Pier, off Pa Khlok Rd., for travel to Koh Nakha
Noi, and package trips are available at tour agencies,
generally including lunch and a visit to the pearl farm. |
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Mai Ton Island
This tiny island of Phuket's southeast coast is highly
prized for its still perfect natural environment,
including fine white beaches and crystal waters; ideal for
swimming, diving, or fishing. The only business of any
kind is the plush Maiton Island Resort. Those not wishing
to stay overnight may take a daytime excursion leaving
from Ao Makham Deep Sea Port. For details contact (076)
214954-7.
Resort :
The Maiton
Resort |
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Phi Phi Island
Phi Phi Islands are located
about 48 Km southeast from Phuket, 42 km south from Krabi
Town and 40 km from Ao Nang Beach and can be reached by
boat In between 11/2 to 3 hours depending on the type of
boat you take. Boats leave from Phuket, Ao Nang and the
Chao Far Pier in Krabi Town everyday.
The characterize of the islands are steep, lightly
vegetated cliffs rising vertically from the seabed and
hidden bays concealing petite, pristine beaches and calm
clear waters. |
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Rang Yai Island
Lying off Phuket's east coat, this small island has been
developed for out-of-doors minded tourist. Among the many
activities are snorkeling on the coral reefs. sea
kayaking, mountain-biking, playing miniature golf, and
visiting the island's pearl farm. To travel to Rang Yai
Island, boats may be hired from Laem Hin Pier from Phuket
Boat Lagoon. Package tours are provided by Richy Island
Tour, Tel. 238163, and other tour agencies. |
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Raya Yai (or Racha
) Islands
 Two islands running roughly northeast to southwest off
Phuket's southern coast.
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Raya Yai Island On the west
coast is a fine beach closed in by the hill that stretch
away from it like to arms of a horseshoe called
alternately Ao Tawan Tok or Ao Bungalow. Clean sandy beach
and crystal clear waters of Raya Yai attract day trippers
from Phuket. From the top of the hill to the south of the
bay is the viewpoint from which the whole island can be
seen. On the east, at Ao Kon Kae Bay, is an excellent site
for diving.
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Raya Noi Island This
island, 10 kms. from Raya Yai, is the result of coral reef
build up, and there are more rocks than beaches. In a
small bay on the west is a boat anchorage. The waters at
Raya Noi are emerald green, and fishing
is famous, but swimming is not recommendable.
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get there contact a charter boat at Ao Chalong or Rawai,
or go to travel agent for details on package tours to the
islands. By long-tailed boat the travel time is about two
hours. Larger boats operated by tour companies will make
the trip in about one hour. Travel to Raya Islands is
restricted to dry season and periods when the monsoon is
not blowing.
Resort :
Ban Raya |
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Similian Islands
Similian Islands (Koh
Similian) is a group of islands located approximately 100
kilometers north-west of Phuket. There are a total of nine
granite islands covered with tropical jungle and
surrounded by chalk white beaches and crystal clear blue
water, that offers some of the best diving in Thailand and
the world. There is a big variation in the underwater
environment to be found here that are not offered on any
other places around the world. |
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Sire Island
Separated from the mainland of Phuket by the Khlong Tha
Chin, a shallow mangrove swamp, this twenty square
kilometer island is connected by a causeway to the city.
Wat Koh Sire, on the hill, has a large Reclining Buddha and
provides fine views of the surroundings. Phuket's largest
settlement of Sea Gipsies, or Chao Ley, are on Koh Sire at
Leam Tuk-kae. Swimming is not present because of the muddy
bottom. There are some popular seafood restaurants on the
eastern shore. |
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Taphao Yai Island
10 minutes from Phuket by ferry from Ao Makham on Phuket's
southeast coast. The island is home to the Bucerotes
hornbill. To get there from Phuket Town take Chao Fa Rd.,
to the Sakdidet Rd., intersection, turn left on Sakdidet
and follow it 8 kms. to Ao Makham. The road splits in the
vicinity of oil storage facilities; take the left fork
about 200 meters to the Koh Taphao ferry pier. Dining and
accommodations are available on the island. For details
call Phuket Paradise, (076) 214917. |
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