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Visit Khao Lak - Located on the beautiful Andaman coastline,
Khao Lak remains an unspoilt piece of paradise and the gateway to some of
Thailand’s most beautiful natural treasures.
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As the region hardest hit during the devastating 2004 tsunami, Khao Lak has
made an amazing recovery. Not only are tourist arrivals slowly returning to
pre-tsunami levels, but visitors are also rediscovering Khao Lak and its
untouched beauty.
Conveniently situated 80 kilometres north from Phuket International Airport,
Khao Lak is a quieter alternative to larger destinations such as Phuket and
Koh Samui.
The beach itself is actually comprised of three individual beaches, while
the far northern end features a network of sandy beach trails. Meanwhile,
the coastline is set against Casuarinas pines and palm groves, interspersed
with lakes as well as rubber and cocoa plantations.
Towering over the coast are the forested hills of Khao Lak Lam Ru National
Park. Located within the park is Khao Lak Mountain where the Chao Pho Khao
Lak Shrine sits. In fact, ‘Khao Lak’ is Thai for ‘mountain by the sea’. The
Namtok Ton Chong Fa waterfall is also located in this National park and runs
all year around, leaving its surroundings blissfully calm and cool. The
National Park also provides scenic views over the sea cliffs, hills and
beaches.
Dive-enthusiasts who visit Khao Lak can also make an easy passage to The
Similian Islands National Marine Park, which boasts some of the world’s most
amazing underwater sightseeing at depths down to 30 metres. Also within
reach to the North West, is the Surin Islands National Marine Park which is
perfect for hiking as well as snorkeling and diving.
Khao Lak offers guests a wide array of accommodation options, ranging from
intimate Thai-style cottages and bungalows through to luxurious upmarket
hotel resorts with priceless views of the sea and surrounding forests.
Currently, 3,000 rooms are being offered at Khao Lak, while many more are
being planned or restored, which is a testament to Khao Lak’s resilience and
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 Ramada Resort Khao Lak 
The Ramada Resort is situated along the shores of Khao Lak, a quiet, tranquil
resort renowned for its unspoilt beaches, crystal clear waters and close
proximity to natural wonders such as the Khao Sok National Park. Within an hours
drive from Phuket International Airport, Khao Lak offers holidaymakers a more
serene and subdued atmosphere than the neighboring island of Phuket. Of course,
the destination offers numerous shopping and dining option as well as excursions
to nearby islands, including the world famous dive site, the Similan Islands, to
the west. Exclusively designed rooms and ocean-front Villas will please the most
discerning traveler. Spacious 50 sq.m. rooms come in king-size and double
queen-size bed configurations, along with unique four-fixture bathrooms
featuring japanese-style wooden soaking tubs and all the luxurious extras one
would expect of a world-class resort. Measuring 80 sq.m. the Villas are the
ultimate in privacy and comfort. The Resort features an extensive array of
outdoor recreational facilities and activities. including Surfing, Kayaking,
Snorkeling, Scuba Diving, Mountain Bining, Table Tennis, Sailing, Jungle
Trekking and lots more.
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Sarojin Khao Lak
Conde Nast Traveler Hot List Hotels 2006 and the Conde Nast Traveler Hot List
Spas 2006. Swim all year round from The Sarojin beach. Fantastic new 18 hole
golf course 10 minutes away.
one hour north of Phuket Airport, The Sarojin is a gorgeous new boutique resort,
comprising 56 guest residences, private access to an expanse of white beach and
crystalline waters, idyllic dining locations, a secluded spa and its own luxury
boat for exclusive guest use
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| Sports & Activities Khao Lak
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La Mu Royal Navy Golf Course - This unique golf course is located right
at one of Khao Lak's most beautiful bays, about 1 hour drive North of Phuket
Airport and only a short drive from the beach resorts away. The course is
owned by the Royal Thai Navy and has been upgraded to 18 holes during summer
2002. Only since that time the course has been opened for the public.
Diving @ Similan Islands Marine National Park [ Andaman Sea ]
The Similans can certainly lay claim to being one of
Asia's top dive destinations with over 20-30 different dive sites.
East-facing dive sites feature gently sloping reefs and drop-offs with
impressive gardens of sea anemones, flourishing hard and soft corals, and
teeming fish populations. Western dive sites are quite the opposite. Here,
giant granite boulders tumble down to the seabed to depths of 40m or more.
Strong currents keep the gaps between the boulders free from build-ups of
sand, leading to the development of a network of tunnels, archways and
caverns that provide exciting swimthroughs. The currents also provide
nutrients for masses of gorgonians, crinoids, sea fan and lush soft corals.
Pelagic fish such as whale shark, reef shark, manta, eagle rays, barracuda,
tuna and jacks are frequently observed. |
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