Joanna James
Unlike some towns with a beach, this fascinating beach town with natural lime formations is a treasure trove of surprises that must be uncovered and experienced to come away with much more than a mere beachside holiday.
A natural mineral pool fed by natural streams, Emerald Pool entices visitors to Thung Teao Forest Nature Park to immerse in its crystal clear waters. The trail to the pool itself is a delight to the eyes and senses with streams and the lush growth of tropical plants. The park is endowed with an array of birds, mammals and forest growth making it ideal for hiking, thus visiting this park is one of the best on your list of Ao Nang things to do.
Do a day out to this serene seashore via a longtail boat or the 'gondola of southern Thailand' as it is called as it is only accessed by sea. A beautiful peninsula with sugary white sand and clear blue waters. ensconced within limestone cliffs, jungle valleys, gleaming lagoons and an array of caves. Being a small beach all these attractions are within walkable distance thus making this excursion an enjoyable one of exploration and delight as favoured by visitors at Avani Ao Nang Cliff Krabi Resort.
One of the best ways to have a glimpse into southern Thai life is to be in the midst of the lively and vibrant Krabi Night Market which runs from Fridays to Sundays from 4 pm to 10 pm Plan to get to the town in time to walk around and witness all the excitement and happenings. Enticing stalls selling clothing, shoes, accessories and more, entertainment by way of live music. The foodie delights are out of this world from Thai street food, vegan dishes, seafood concoctions, cocktails, sweets and many more, experience the friendly manner of the locals and their way of life too as you wander around. An incredible evening to remember.
An enjoyable experience that must not be missed in Thailand, especially when you are on holiday doing many things you had planned to do, thus feeling tense and stressed. Take a few hours to indulge yourself by being pampered. A foot massage, back massage, neck massage etc are provided and wellness and spa centres. Select what is best for you and simply relax and revel. A massage at the beach can be quite an incredible experience. There are many elderly Thai womenfolk at shady areas of the beaches doing a fantastic massage.
Secluded within the Thanbok Kharanee National Park, Koh Hong or Hong Island is loved by visitors for the turquoise waters, fine white sand contrasting beautifully against the lush greenery of the park. The natural split of the beach by a huge rock had been creatively used for one side to serve as a jetty for long-tail boats and the other side for swimming and enjoying the beauty of the surroundings.
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