Amazing Tarutao
Posted by paul on April 2nd, 2009 filed in The South, Travel destinationsOnce a notorious area for buccaneers, today Tarutao draws sun-worshippers and scuba diving enthusiasts looking for a spectacular off the beaten track environment. This island and its surrounding area is now territory belonging to the Tarutao Marine National Park.
Positioned 604 miles south of Bangkok and within less than three miles from the Thai-Malaysian border in the southern province of Satun, Tarutao is most famous for boasting stunning and colourful formations of hard and soft coral, turquoise-tinted waters and abundant underwater life.
It is relatively simple to reach this exotic island and therefore no need to purchase a package tour. You should allow at least three days of time for the tour, beginning with a flight service to Hat Yai. If you have more than three days, it is also rewarding to explore the other three main islands.
Staying overnight on the calm and idyllic Ko Adang Island with its many different bird species is an unforgettable experience. Ko Lipe, a great and tranquil snorkelling destination and picturesque Ko Rawi deserve to be explored as well.
The national park does offer tourist accommodation and the most ideal time to visit is between November and April. Don’t forget to bring along plenty of suntan cream, your swimming suit and some light summer clothing.
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