Angthong National Marine park is an archipelago in the Gulf
of Thailand consisting of 42 separate islands. The principle
islands are Phaluai, Wau T a Lap, Mea Ko, Sam Sao, Hin Dap,
Nai Phudh, and Phai Luak. All the island occur in Angthong
of Koh Samui, Suratthani. The park covers a total area of
102 km2 of which about only 18 km 2 island. The National Park
does not encompass the entire island chain, but its jurisdiction
covers about 82% of the total area. The park was established
on 12th November 1980.
The area of the Gulf of Thailand in which the islands are
situated is at maximum 10 meters deep. The island rises up
out of the water, and is thus surrounded by relatively water.
This means that the water is greatly influenced by turbid
river water from the mainland. The river water does not encounter
deep water that reduces its velocity, and thus it can carry
the sediment to settle. The water around the Island is thus
fairly turbid all year round.
The coral development on the
island is not extensive and is restricted to a narrow band
encircling each island close to the shore, especially on the
Southwest sides. Although the Northwestern side of the island
is the area most influenced by the monsoon, good coral develops
in the sheltered spots, especially elephant coral. Thus, there
is an abundance of brain coral, stags horn coral, and, in
deeper waters, there are plate and flower corals (genus Panova
and Goniopora). Animals found
include Butterfly fish, Angel fish, Parrot fish, Sunray, Black
up shark, Grouper and cowries shells.
Departure on Tuesday, Thursday &
Saturday
Depart : Koh Samui Resorts 08.00
- Return 17.00
Level : Easy Self-Paddle (Instruction
Provided)
| Day One | Lunch, Dinner
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| Morning
| Pick up customers located at
Chaweng and Lamai beach, Borphut and Meanam beach.
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08:30
| High sea boat departs from Nathon
pier. Coffee or tea
served on board, after which our guide will brief you
on
itinerary, knowledge about geography, nature and
background of the park.
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10:00
| Arrive at Wautalap island and
enter the park. Check in
at the park bungalow where you are surrounded by dusky
langurs living all around you. Instruction and kayaking
from the sand beach, which also make an excellent kayak
classroom. Lunch and dinner in the restaurant (SeaCanoe
quality). Enjoy leisure time after the crowds have gone.
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| Day Two
| Breakfast, Lunch
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Morning
| Breakfast, then hiking the along
scenic view point,
500 meters to enjoy nature and the wild life. Then,
kayak along limestone and explore little hong. Time
for swimming or snorkeling until lunch at the restaurant
or the park.
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Afternoon
| Pack and hiking to lagoon or
Hong. Then, High sea's boat leaves Angthong to return
to Koh Samui, then transfer to your hotel.
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| Duration |
January
- October |
| Includes: |
Transportation, Accommodation, English Speking Guide, Meals, National Park Entrance Fee, Soft Drink, Seasonal Fruits, Coffee, Tea, Insurance |
| Effective : Now - 31 October 2010 |
| Participants |
Adult/PAX (Baht) |
Child/PAX (Baht) |
| 1 |
25,000 |
12,500 |
| 2 - 4 |
13,000 |
6,500 |
| 5 - 8 |
11,000 |
5,500 |
| 9 - 12 |
10,000 |
5,000 |
| 13 - 16 |
9,500 |
4,750 |
| * Child rate is applied for 4 -12 years old |
What to Bring: Swimwear, T-shirts,
shorts, long pants, long sleeved shirt, towel, sun hat, sunscreen
(SPF 15 minimum), camera, lots of film, toiletries, sun-glasses,
waterproof sandals or flip flops.
Information contained in this document is not contractual.
This data gives an idea of the type of trip offered. SeaCanoe
gives clients the best possible experience within the trip
time frame. Time and locales often vary according to tides,
weather, and decisions of the expedition leader. We constantly
update and improve our products to achieve this aim. |
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