 South
Thailand. Canoeing/Kayaking
is one way where sea caves can be explored and are typically conducted
in southern Thailand,
namely in Krabi which is 45 minutes
away from Phuket and, Phang-nga
bay - well known for spectacular rock formations and sea out-crops.
In Ko Samui, most sea Canoeing
is conducted at the Angthong Marine National Park. Similar to Phuket,
the rock formations and caves here are fascinating.
Western Thailand. Canoeing
is quite popular in western Thailand
in Kanchanaburi where visitors
are given the option of travelling to the River Floatels by bamboo
rafts or by canoes. Canoeing
or bamboo Rafting in a river
is admittedly much more relaxing as one gets to experience the lush
tropical forest where tree canopies shade you from the beating sun.
At the end of the trip, be sure to spend at least one night at the
many river floatels that are available in Kanchanaburi.
What are floatels? Well, it’s short for floating hotels of
course. That’s right, spend a couple of nights in a bamboo
hut that is placed atop a bamboo raft on the River Kwai, in the
lush tropical forests of Kanchanaburi.
Definitely a life-changing experience! Caution: The River Kwai that
runs through Kanchanaburi
has strong undercurrents therefore jumping off a fl oat into the
river is not a good idea. Be sure to consult your tour guide as
to which locations are safe for swimming.
Northern Thailand.
Interesting bamboo Rafting
experiences can also be found in northern
Thailand where the rivers banks are a bit more scenic as the
vegetation and forest is not as dense. Local life can be viewed
as these rafts quietly meander past local villages. bamboo
Rafting is best experienced during the cool season where temperatures
are milder and can even cause chills however, don’t expect
a drastic drop in temperatures. You can also travel to Chiang Mai
from Chiang Rai (or vice versa) by bamboo rafts.
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Ever
wish you could explore mysterious caves and mangroves the likes
of Robinson Crusoe? Well, sea 
Great
