Very Good
34 Ratings
3.0
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About the Activity:
- For the ultimate dive getaway, enjoy a great week at sea. The MV Marco Polo will engage you in a live abroad cruise to showcase the reefs and marine life around the Similan Islands.
- Get picked up from your hotels in pick-up points (as mentioned) at 5:30 PM. Depart from Phuket port at around 06:00 PM in the evening.
- Head north and view the world famous Richelieu Rock on the Andaman sea.
- Savor a lavish dinner at 8:00 PM on your first day.
- Feel the thrill as you dive around the Similan Islands, Koh Bon with the spectacular coral gardens of Koh Tachai and the renowned Richelieu Rock.
- Conclude your tour on the sixth day after returning to Phuket at 6:00 PM and arrival at Ao Chalong, then get dropped back to your hotel by 7:30 PM.
Destinations Covered :
1. Similan Islands - What is it that makes these islands so attractive? The Similans aren't as dramatically scenic as the limestone islands of Krabi or Phang Nga Bay, which many people have come to associate with the Andaman Sea. Instead, you find low-lying formations covered with thick forest.
But the most striking feature of these islands, at first glance, are the huge boulders that litter the western and southern shores on several of the islands. Another highlight, as the visitor soon discovers, are the white coral-sand beaches, splendidly picturesque and often deserted.
The most interesting sights, however, are to be found beneath the waves. Some of the most spectacular coral growths in the world can be found here - and the same boulders that scatter the shores have turned the waters around the Similans into an adventure playground for divers.
2. Koh Bon - As well as Koh Tachai, Koh Bon is part of the Similan Island national park and is only an hour or so away from the Similans so it is worth special mention as one of the best dives sites in Thailand for manta rays. In addition to mantas, it is also possible to find Napoleon wrasse, leopard sharks, eagle rays and black tip reef sharks. The Koh Bon area is not, however, only about pelagics since critters are numerous and varied which makes night diving here exceptional.
3. Richelieu Rock - This horse-shoe shaped site consists of a huge central pinnacle surrounded by smaller jutting rocks, every inch of which has been colonized by something: soft corals, anemones, barrel sponges and sea fans. In addition to the possibility of swimming with whale sharks you can also look forward to the likes of manta rays, barracudas and huge groupers. All of this before you even begin to explore the fascinating smaller creatures lurking in every nook and cranny.
4. Koh Tachai - This site is often visited en route to Richelieu Rock from the Similans and is in fact an island which has several nearby dive sites. Koh Tachai Plateau is the best known of these and as the name suggests is a submerged plateau of hard corals and boulders. Typically of the area there are swim-throughs and channels all over the place. The larger fish include manta rays, huge schools of swirling chevron barracuda and large numbers of tuna; and if the whale sharks are not at Richelieu, they may well be here.
Very Good
26 Ratings
3.0
02
A day in the beautiful islands of Phuket.
Phuket is considered to be one of the most beautiful places in Thailand with its sandy vast beaches, mountains and serene surroundings. Raya Island or Racha island is considered one of the finest and one of the most beautiful islands in Phuket lying in the Andaman Sea. It is a must visit for those who love to explore beaches, enjoy a good swim with a mind-blowing picture-perfect surrounding, enjoy snorkeling or just looking for a time-out from the city and wish to feel calm and rejuvenate their mind and soul alike.
Have a day out, or go for snorkeling, explore the beautiful beach, etc. you can do anything you want in a pristine, heavenly location that will remind you of the scenes in movies that had a beach and you were mesmerized by the scenic blithering view. Have a completely relaxing experience in the Raya island tour.
The tour will be as follows:
- 08:00 a.m.: Pick up from your hotel and transfer to Chalong pier.
- 09:00 a.m.: Departure for Raya Island by speed boat.
- 09:30 a.m.: Arrive at Raya Island, Relaxing or swimming at Patok Bay.
- 10:30 a.m.: Departure for Siam Bay and Khon-Khea Bay for snorkeling with colorful corals and fishes.
- 12:30 p.m.: Lunch at Raya Father Restaurant. For the rest of the afternoon swim, snorkel, sunbathe and relax at your leisure.
- 03:15 p.m.: Departure from Raya Island.
- 04:00 a.m.: Arrive at Chalong Bay and transfer to your hotel.
Minimum number of people required to book: 1
Note: Children above 12 years will be charged as per the adult fare.
The national park fee is inclusive of the price.
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Phuket is considered to be one of the most beautiful places in Thailand with its sandy vast beaches, mountains and serene surroundings. Raya Island or Racha island is considered one of the finest and one of the most beautiful islands in Phuket lying in the Andaman Sea. It is a must visit for those who love to explore beaches, enjoy a good swim with a mind-blowing picture-perfect surrounding, enjoy snorkeling or just looking for a time-out from the city and wish to feel calm and rejuvenate their mind and soul alike.
Have a day out, or go for snorkeling, explore the beautiful beach, etc. you can do anything you want in a pristine, heavenly location that will remind you of the scenes in movies that had a beach and you were mesmerized by the scenic blithering view. Have a completely relaxing experience in the Raya island tour.
The tour will be as follows:
- 08:00 a.m.: Pick up from your hotel and transfer to Chalong pier.
- 09:00 a.m.: Departure for Raya Island by speed boat.
- 09:30 a.m.: Arrive at Raya Island, Relaxing or swimming at Patok Bay.
- 10:30 a.m.: Departure for Siam Bay and Khon-Khea Bay for snorkeling with colorful corals and fishes.
- 12:30 p.m.: Lunch at Raya Father Restaurant. For the rest of the afternoon swim, snorkel, sunbathe and relax at your leisure.
- 03:15 p.m.: Departure from Raya Island.
- 04:00 a.m.: Arrive at Chalong Bay and transfer to your hotel.
Minimum number of people required to book: 1
Note: Children above 12 years will be charged as per the adult fare.
The national park fee is inclusive of the price.
Very Good
29 Ratings
3.0
03
About the Activity:
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- Watch the last rays of the sun sinking into the beautiful ocean during sunset while you indulge in a romantic cruise in Phuket.
- After being picked up from your hotel around 03:00 PM start the cruise from Chalong Pier.
- Make your cameras ready to capture the rare moments of red and orange collage and get immersed in the blue waters for a while.
- Feel more relaxed with snorkeling or swimming in the cold water and make your evening more eventful and quite fantastic.
- Cherish the moments of sunset watching together with your beloved ones and wind up the cruise around 07:00 PM by arriving at Chalong Pier.