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West Coast Thailand Phuket to Ranong |
North and North West of Phuket
one
finds the off shore Similan- and Surin Islands, the latter close to the
Burmese border. They offer the best diving and snorkeling in Thailand.
Similan Islands 55 miles NW of Phuket An archipelago of nine islands. One of which has a tiny settlement and a small restaurant.
Typical for these islands are the abundance of huge boulders, which
make up weird and spectacular formations. Good snorkeling and kayaking.
The Similans are considered to be Thailand's best diving area.

Surin Islands
Virtually on Thai/Burmese (Myanmar) border.
Breathtakingly
beautiful with mostly deserted beaches and lush rainforest. You will
find a small colony of Sea Gypsies here and a national parks office
along with a small group of bungalows. The Sea Gypsy village is
sensibly located near a stream that provides fresh water year round. |