Canoe first island and explore 1-2 caves and hongsA "hong" the Thai word for room is actually a collapsed cave systems in the interior of each island in Phang Nga Bay, only accessed by tough, purpose-designed inflatable canoes through sea caves at low tide. Open to the sky and filled with jungle flora and fauna, the hongs conceal a unique eco-system with monkeys, birds, fish and complete quiet, except for the twittering of birds. Local operators have so far gained access to dozens of hongs between Phang Nga and Krabi to the south, which you can visit and enjoy on a Phuket kayaking trip. Each hong tends to have its own distinct character, and it's easy to spend days, even a week, visiting island after island.
Thai seafood buffet dinner during Phang Nga Bay Sunset.
- Make your own Krathong & have dinner on the boat - Float the self-made Krathong in the cave of Phanak Island - See phosphorescent plankton - Kayak in Panak CaveLoy Krathong Day is one of the most popular festivals of Thailand celebrated annually on the Full-Moon Day of the Twelfth Lunar Month. It takes place at a time when the weather is fine as the rainy season is over and there is a high water level all over the country.The word Loy means to float, and Krathong means lotus-shaped vessel made of banana leaves. Loy Krathong is, therefore the floating of an illuminated leaf bowl. But nowadays some krathongs are made of coloured paper. A krathong usually contains a candle, three joss sticks, some flowers and coins.
Phang Nga Bay Starlight By John Gray Sea Canoe - Phuket
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Tour Information
Key Details
- Mobile Voucher Accepted
- Hotel pickup Available
- Duration: 7 Hrs
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Language:
English
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Departure Time :
11:30 AM
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Return Details :
Ao Po Pier
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Cancellation Policy : This activity is non-refundable Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.
Overview
Hong by Starlight Day Trip
The name of this tour is called HONG by Starlight. HONG (Room in Thai) is an open air sea cave surrounded by high vertical limestones walls, and Starlight refers to a ritual made at the end of the day in the dark caves of Phang nga bay.
Chance to explore Phang nga bay's gorgeous caves by canoe
Opportunity to see wildlife including monkeys & kingfishers
Undisturbed & breathtaking view of the sunset from your boat
Delicious Thai lunch & dinner to refuel & fill you up
Leisure cruise along the waters of PHANG NGA in modern boat
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Itinerary:
Canoe first island and explore 1-2 caves and hongs A "hong" – the Thai word for “room” – is actually a collapsed cave systems in the interior of each island in Phang Nga Bay, only accessed by tough, purpose-designed inflatable canoes through sea caves at low tide. Open to the sky and filled with jungle flora and fauna, the hongs conceal a unique eco-system with monkeys, birds, fish and complete quiet, except for the twittering of birds. Local operators have so far gained access to dozens of hongs between Phang Nga and Krabi to the south, which you can visit and enjoy on a Phuket kayaking trip. Each hong tends to have its own distinct character, and it's easy to spend days, even a week, visiting island after island.
Thai seafood buffet dinner during Phang Nga Bay Sunset.
- Make your own Krathong & have dinner on the boat - Float the self-made Krathong in the cave of Phanak Island - See phosphorescent plankton - Kayak in Panak Cave Loy Krathong Day is one of the most popular festivals of Thailand celebrated annually on the Full-Moon Day of the Twelfth Lunar Month. It takes place at a time when the weather is fine as the rainy season is over and there is a high water level all over the country. The word “Loy” means “to float”, and “Krathong” means lotus-shaped vessel made of banana leaves. Loy Krathong is, therefore the floating of an illuminated leaf bowl. But nowadays some krathongs are made of coloured paper. A krathong usually contains a candle, three joss sticks, some flowers and coins.
Inclusions
- Our trips are available starting from Phuket
- Soft Drinks and Water Camping and Cooking gear
- Lunch
- Dinner
- John Gray's Sea Canoe gear
- Coffee and/or Tea
- All transportation in destination location
- Bottled water
- Full Board meal plan
- User fees
- Escort boat (when applicable)
- Life insurance
- Tour Guide
- National park fee
- John Gray's Sea Canoe well educated and experienced guides
Exclusions
- Photo camera
- Swimwear
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Power Bank
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children between 0-6 years old are free of charge
Children between 7-12 years old are child price
Extra charge Pickup Khaolak area 500 / Pax
If you are pregnant or have back, neck, joint or muscular problems, you should carefully consider whether or not to participate.
You do not need previous kayaking experience.
Get picked up from your hotel in Phuket located near the main road. If you are staying on the hill or at a private villa or airbnb, you have to come to a nearby hotel. The exact pick-up time will be confirmed by email after you have made the booking.
This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
Please be ready and waiting in your hotel lobby or designated pick-up location 15 minutes prior to your scheduled pick-up time.
Weather and sea conditions determine whether the tour operates.
Traveler Reviews
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Experienced, friendly, kind staff. Very professional, extremely well organised tour. Food was to die for! 3rd time for us& we will return again💜
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Great experience. Lovely, knowledgeable guides and delicious food. The night time flower ceremony and seeing the glowing plankton was magical. Charlie our guide was a star!
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我跟家人都很喜愛出海，到布吉也不止十次了 。 這是我們參加過最滿意的一次海上旅程。 布吉出海的行程選擇非常多，我們考慮到同行 有老人和幼兒，最終選擇了不會太奔波和體力 要求高的行程。雖然價格比外面的團貴但非常 值得。 整個團隊不同位置的工作人員都很合拍，效率 很高。 英文溝通很流利很專業。 極力推薦！
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Finalement nous n avons pas pu faire cette excursion car il n’y avait plus de place (alors que nous avions payé et reçu l e-mail de confirmation). L agence nous a contacter par WhatsApp pour trouver une autre excursion du même genre et nous a proposé une autre excursion en grand bateau, au top! Paysages magnifiques equipe à bord au top. Je recommande
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This is the most beautiful excursion that I have ever been on. The staff is extremely professional, and organized. The cook made us some amazing food, and we got to make Krathong's with our canoe guide. We were lucky to have Saman as our canoe guide, he was very kind and allowed us to relax during our canoeing and helped us make the most beautiful Krathong. We will never forget this trip. Thank you Saman!
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We had the best time ! Phang Nga Bay is absolutely gorgeous. We also saw plenty of animals. All the team is very nice and focused on the passengers well being, all is well organized. The food was delicious. We have plenty of time on the canoe, no rush at all, the guides (one per canoe) take the time for us to plenty enjoy the visit, they explain lots of things, take photos... Our guide was Mussa and we loved our time with him. He was so nice and really did everything for us to have the most special experience. We also laughed a lot with him ! We definitely recommand this tour, totally worth it ! Thanks again to all the team !
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A fabulous tour…highlights: canoeing through caves into hidden lagoons, the wonderful experience of being involved as the friendly Thai guides make beautiful Krathongs, set them afloat at dusk, light the candles etc.
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This trip was amazing, very well organised, the guides spoke very good English, we had time to swim around the bay near the boat, or have a go on the canoe. The guides were great at pointing things out to us in the caves such as monkeys and fish. The food was also absolutely incredible, some of the best food we had in Thailand, would recommend this trip to anybody, totally worth the price and an unforgettable experience.
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What an excellent trip! Everything from start to finish was well organized, safe and delightful! I get sea sick but on this tour, I didn’t! The boat was excellent and so was the canoe! The entire crew took such good care of me, they remembered my name and kept asking if I was doing OK! Special thanks to Mr Yo and my canoe guide Oopsi. I will never forget this trip - one of the best I’ve ever been on! Stunning sunset! Thanks John Gray!
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Just back from this trip with my wife and it was the most amazing trip we both ever had. The staff were amazing from start to finish. I have a food allergy gluten-free and once they were made aware of it they looked after it perfectly. This is a trip that you'll experience things you'll never see again. Breath taking views and excellent personal guides....just remember to bring a little cash to tip your guide and the chefs in the kitchen or you'll regret you didn't ....they are brilliant 👌😃😃and full of local knowledge and fun. Thanks to our guide Woody for making it such a memorable day🙌
