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Fah Thai Magazine Jan-Feb 2018

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SAMUI<br />

ISLANDS OF ADVENTURE<br />

Within the protected archipelago<br />

of 42 karst islands lie beaches<br />

surrounded by exuberant greenery<br />

and coconut palms trees, saltwater<br />

lakes with deep blue hues, and<br />

amazing dive spots skittering with<br />

marine life, particularly at Ang<br />

Thong National Marine Park. Paving<br />

a clear path to these wonders are<br />

numerous travel agencies with<br />

various itineraries from Samui to<br />

Ang Thong islands. A Typical journey<br />

starts in the morning with Koh Mae<br />

Koh as a highlight stop. You’ll be<br />

mesmerised by a pristine emerald<br />

lake in the middle of a limestone<br />

mountain, forming a crater-like<br />

Right<br />

Daytrippers can<br />

easily rent a boat<br />

for the short trip<br />

to a quiet piece of<br />

paradise at Koh<br />

Mudsum.<br />

Below, Moving Right<br />

Aerial view shows<br />

inviting shorelines.<br />

Snorkellers view<br />

thriving marine<br />

life in crystalline<br />

waters.<br />

Pandanus seacones<br />

in green and red<br />

grow wild around<br />

Koh Mudsum.<br />

Constant calm seas<br />

ensure easy rowing<br />

for sea kayakers.<br />

lagoon resulting from rock erosion<br />

and a cavern collapse. Climbing<br />

up 500 metres will reward you<br />

with an unparalleled panoramic<br />

view in the Gulf of <strong>Thai</strong>land. An<br />

amazing experience kayaking<br />

and snorkelling around Koh Tai<br />

Plao and other bizarre-looking<br />

islets from the north to the south<br />

of the national park. Most day<br />

trips include lunch, soft drinks,<br />

snorkelling gear and life vests.<br />

45 minutes by speedboat from Nathon<br />

Pier to Ang Thong National Marine<br />

Park. More information at<br />

lomprayah.com; +66 (0) 77 420 121<br />

As a further treat, camping and<br />

staying overnight on Koh Wua Talap<br />

is an option. A tent, light torch, a<br />

sleeping bag and mosquito net are<br />

available for rent. In the morning,<br />

you’ll have sightings of black tip<br />

reef sharks and rays, with a small<br />

fishing village within view.<br />

Contact Ang Thong National Marine<br />

Park at +66 (0) 77 286 025<br />

BEACH DELIGHT<br />

Koh Mudsum, a hidden gem,<br />

displays itself out in a glorious<br />

43-rai cape. Private sunbathing<br />

and romantic moments serve<br />

their best purpose here. On the<br />

other side of the island, catch<br />

the sheen of granite pebbles<br />

that wash up on shore for more<br />

island ambience.<br />

Travel to Koh Taen around noon<br />

and find delight in the colourful<br />

fish and corals before trekking<br />

through the natural trails and<br />

mangrove forests, absorbing the<br />

cultures of the local islanders<br />

along the way. End your perfect<br />

night during sunset with savoury<br />

barbecue and dinner set menus.<br />

Take a speedboat (10 minutes) or<br />

long-tail boat (15 minutes) from<br />

Thong Krut pier to Koh Mudsum.<br />

Book the trip at Angthong Sea Tour;<br />

+66 (0) 77 960 665,<br />

+66 (0) 81 894 0581 or<br />

email: ang.thongseatour@hotmail.com<br />

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