So many things to do here ...
Unique to the Thai province of Krabi is the beautiful countryside in combination with the diversity of the Thai culture. This provides a spectacular amount of activities in the immediate area. Just a brief enumeration: scuba diving, snorkeling, beach life, elephant riding, cooking courses, massage, temples, kayaking, jungle tours, hot springs, waterfalls, wall climbing, mountain walking ... and much more. Too much to describe just here.
In case you have Google Earth installed on your computer, then press here and then select 'Nong Thale’. If you then zoom into the yellow drawing pins, you can see several pictures of the surroundings. In this way, you will get a good impression of the environment, and what you can do out there. Let the fun begin!
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Nong Thale weergeven op een grotere kaart
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BEACHES
The beach 'Hat nopparat thara Beach’, at 6 km distance, is the nearest quiet beache in the environment. For conviviality on the beach, you can also go to the seaside in Ao Nang at 5 km distance. If you are a real beach lover and you like of alternation, visit one of the many islands directly in front of the coast with a longtailboot.
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TIGER CAVE TEMPLE
Throughout Thailand you will find many temples. The most beautiful one in the direct environment, is the Tiger Cave temple. This temple is on top of a mountain and 1200 steps will guide you through the various components of the temple which is still home of 250 monks. At the top, you can enjoy a stunning view of the surroundings.
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ISLAND HOPPING
The coast of Krabi is known for the wooded rocks and the many small islands. You can visit the islands with a taxi boat (longtail boats) or organized with for example the 4-Islands trip. If you are in this part of Thailand, make sure that you have visited these Islands because more beautiful beaches and cleaner water you will find nowhere else!
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KAYAKING
Kayaking in this environment is a relief. You can use either the sea or the mangrove area to explore. While sea kayaking, the spectacular coastline and the prospect of the Islands are very impressive. Kayaking is the only way to explore the various rivers in the mangrove area. This is a great experience that you shouldn’t miss. The flora and fauna is very rewarding and there are a number of pools that will enchant you.
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MASSAGE/ SPA/BEAUTY
As you are aware, Thailand, among other things, is known for its massages. No matter where you go in Thailand, a massage shop is always in the neighborhood, or you can have a massage at the beach. Nowhere in the World you will find such professional massages at such a low price. And is there a better way to relax? In addition, you can also go to a luxury resort with a Spa & Beauty centre. There are several options in the immediate area.
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SNORKELING AND SCUBA DIVING
Thailand is one of the ten best dive and snorkel areas of the world. For a good dive, you can go to the nearby 'Chicken Island, or to the famous Phi Phi Islands on one hour distance. For the snorkeling, you can use a longtail boat to one of the many islands. There is incredibly bright water and you will meet the well known Nemo fish (clown fish) shown in this picture, on a regular basis.
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ROCK CLIMBING
At 10 km distance you will find 'Railay Beach, which is the climbing destination of Asia. Climbers all over the world come to visit this area. Fortunately, there are also many opportunities for beginners and semi advanced climbers. Challenge yourself and sign up for a climbing course. The expert rock climbers can fulfill their wishes with one of the many spectacular routes; or for example, by freestyle-climbing a rock above the water!
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