Monday, October 6, 2008

Laem Tong Beach Activities

Laem Tong Beach is a serene spot, however there are some activities to get the pulse going. The warm flat water and consistent wind is excellent for windsurfing, and equipment can be hired at the hotels. Swim out to the drop off and you'll find excellent snorkelling. At the north end of the beach you don't have to swim so far to see the coral in front of Phi Phi Natural Resort. Longtails can take you out to see Bamboo or Mosquito Island, the beaches are stunning and the snorkelling amazing, just remember to arrange a time to be picked up!
For those interested in diving there are at least two dive centres that offer dive courses and can handle all your dive-related requirements.
As the sun drops you might find some of the locals, hotel staff members and guests playing football (soccer) or volleyball on the beach; feel free to join in.

How to Getting to Laem Tong Beach

A longtail boat to/from Tonsai Village costs 1000 baht (2008), more at night.
Each morning at 7am there's a ferry to Tonsai Village, it takes about an hour and the price is 100 Baht (2008).
Destination Air seaplanes now fly direct to Laem Tong Beach from Phuket Airport up to four times daily, using this service will add an extra day or more to your holiday depending on you flight connections. Return flights back to Phuket are up to three times more popular that outbound services, this is because it can take the best part of a day to get here from Phuket Airport. Destination Air review.

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