This last day (Feb 9, 2017) kayaking in the Phang Nga Bay in southern Thailand was the highlight of my siteseeing in the country. And I almost missed it. Over the past three days, we'd paddled more than 60 miles, some of it in open ocean against strong winds and tides. Plus, I'd done four…
Kayaking Phang Nga Bay, Thailand, Day 3
February 8, 2017.
Phang Nga Bay, Day 3
Today's paddle was spent around Ko Chong Lat and Ko Khlui islands in the far northeast portion of the bay. Much simpler than yesterday's more strenuous open ocean kayaking, today was all about keeping close to shore and taking in the views. Easily my favorite day in two months of traveling in terms of pure…
Phang Nga Bay, Day 2
Not going to be a long post: I'm too beat. But the day was pretty amazing and I got a number of good photos and video that I wanted to share before I crash. We kayaked 22 kilometers today, which is a little mind blowing. Have to think there will be no problems sleeping tonight.…
Phang Nga Bay, Day 1 Part A
6-Feb-2017 | Koh Yao Beach, Thailand Completed the day tour kayaking Phang Nga Bay with Paddle Asia and am now at a little restaurant on the beach enjoying a beer after having checked into my room across the road. Today's single day tour was led by Mr. Bao, the same guide I had on last…
Change of Plans
So I made a decision this morning that was as last-minute as such things can get and which cost a fair amount of money, but I don't regret it for a moment. First, let me set the stage. This past Saturday marked nine weeks since I started traveling. I didn't fly out until Dec 1,…