Tipped to be one of the must-have experiences for nature lovers and avid bikers touring Phuket or Krabi a cycling tour of neighbouring islands Koh Yao Yai and Koh Yao Noi is an activity that is truly off the beaten track. Offering visitors a welcome alternative to the touristic and busy holiday landscapes of nearby Krabi and Phuket, Phang Nga Bay’s Little Long Island and Big Long Island are true icons worthy of exploration by discerning travellers in search of something more than a tan and a cocktail.
Easily accessible via an hour long boat ride from Phuket the Koh Yao Yai and Koh Yao Noi islands offer bikers the chance to discover a venue forgotten by time and villages and cultures that leads a slow paced lifestyle in tune with the natural world around them. Free from the pressures and stresses of the city these two secluded twin islands enjoy a relaxed paced time space continuum of their own in a picturesque terrain that is as breathtaking as it is unbridled.
Employing standard bikes any individual of reasonable health can take part in this non-arduous bike tour that takes place across dirt tracked roads in forest settings and paved roads set amidst quiet neighbourhood towns. Taking in the sights of island life the tour cycles across pastoral rice paddy fields and ancient mosques to cross small market infested townships and fishing villages. Jungle areas of the island are also explored on the excursion as the verdant landscapes of the terrain which includes Koh Yao Noi Mountain are abound with colourful plant life and wildlife. Cultural elements of the Islamic villages in the islands is also on the itinerary as bikers will learn the fine art of local crafts such as Batiks and engage with the local community to discover their customs and way of life.
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Once only known to the royal family as a summer retreat, the peaceful township has seen little change since it became popular with the nobility in the 1920s. The Klai Kangwon Royal Palace is the current residence of the king, but its grounds are open to the public in the evening. Compared to nearby tourist hotspots, the seas and beaches are clear and clean. An easy excursion from Bangkok and the unspoilt calm environment has made it a favourite spot for local families.
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Riding an elephant is not as hard as it sounds since you do not ride bareback but rather sit on a kind of huge saddle. Generally two people can sit on the saddle, while the elephant’s owner or mahout sits atop its neck and guides this lovable mammal along the paths. Such treks give you a great opportunity to explore areas you may otherwise not have had a chance to head to as well as witness spectacular views.
the animals than normal. Some trekking companies let you witness such activities as the bathing of elephants, while some elephants even possess football skills that they showcase to eager audiences!