Sunday, October 30, 2011

Similam Islands


                One of top ten  Diving and Snorkeling sites in the world
                                                                 Route  Map  click


Similan Islands are known for white coral sand beaches, crystal blue waters and some of the best scenery in Thailand.

 Located  in Tambon Ko Prathong,Kruraburi.  50  Kilometers from Khao Lak or 1.20 hour by speed boat. Similan island is a word that derived from Malaysia language and means a group of nine island. Stretching from the north to south and are know respectively as; Ko Bon,Ko Bayu,Ko Similan,Ko Payu,Ko miang ( Two adjioning islands )Ko Payang and  Ko Hoyang. The national Park office is located on Ko maing.
can visited for one day, overnight or on tours. There are no resorts or stores on the Similans - only a couple of ranger stations and a few bungalows available for rent.

Similan island are one of Top ten diving and snorkeling area in the world, And are home of  huge variety of marine life and incredible opportunities to see rare and endangered species. there are also many varieties of birds and animals on the islands.








                                                              Similand  video




Note : The Similand National Park is closed from may 1 st until  November 1 st each year. This means that there are no emergency services, phone do not work and it is illegal to visit during this time.
         



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