Thailand Experience: Island Paradise Samui to Koh Pha Ngnan with Eugene Cloete

Welcome to Thailand! Settle in and get ready for an incredible week. Airport Transfer Provided 3 transfers from Koh Samui Airport (USM), between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm. Dinner Welcome, dinner at a local restaurant is included. Overnight in Koh Samui. Samaya Bura Samui, or similar

This full-day tour will treat you to breathtaking vistas of clear, turquoise waters and palm-covered islands. Your underwater snorkeling experience at the shallow cove of Koh Wao (Dragon Island), will reveal many different species of marine life, including stingrays, snappers, and barracuda, as well as vibrant anemones and various shades of coral. Lastly, you'll visit the emerald lake of Ko Mae Ko Island to explore your surroundings by kayak. Breakfast at the hotel is included. ACTIVITY~ 7 HOURS Ang Thong National Marine Park Island Hopping Tour. Hop on a boat this morning for a full-day adventure of Ang Thong National Marine Park, an archipelago of 42 islands totaling approximately 97 square miles. ACTIVITY~ 1 HOUR Koh Wao Snorkel During your island-hopping adventure of Ang Thong National Marine Park, you’ll take in the island of Koh Wao to experience the spectacular marine world at this popular snorkeling site. The shallow water in this inlet is quite calm, making it a joy to snorkel in. (Note: this activity is some part of the Ang Thong National Marine Park Island Hopping Tour) ACTIVITY~ 1 HOUR Koh Mae Koh Island Discovery Explore the breathtaking views from the top of Koh Mae Koh Island, made famous by the novel, ‘The Beach’. The island’s emerald-green lagoon and the surrounding islands of the archipelago, offer spectacular photo opportunities. (Note: this activity is some part of Ang Thong National Marine Park Island Hopping Tour) Lunch at a local restaurant is included. ACTIVITY ~ 1 HOUR Island Sea Kayak Complete today’s tour by exploring the emerald lagoon of Koh Mae Koh and the surrounding islands from your kayak. (Note: this activity is some part of Ang Thong National Marine Park Island Hopping Tour) ACCOMMODATION Samaya Bura Samui, or similar Overnight in Koh Samui.

Today, your ferry will take you to the island of Koh Pha Ngan, where you can relax on the beach before meeting a local chef for your Thai cooking class. MEAL Breakfast at the hotel is included. TRANSFER~ 45 MIN Hotel to Koh Samui Pier Transfer Private van transfer to Nathon Pier for taking a ferry boat ACTIVITY~ 1 HOUR Ferry: Koh Samui to Koh Pha Ngan Today you will board a local ferry and cruise over the crystal blue seas to the picturesque island of Ko Pha Ngan. ACTIVITY~ 3 HOURS 30 MIN Thai Cooking Class. This afternoon, a local chef will instruct you in a Thai cooking class. After collecting your ingredients from the fresh market, you’ll head to the kitchen to prepare and cook a traditional dish. Note: Due to the limited capacity of the Kitchen that can operate with 12 pax/group. In case the group size is bigger than 12 pax, we will split into 2 groups. ACCOMMODATION Mae Haad Bay Resort, or similar Overnight in Koh Pha Ngan.

Board a longtail boat and cruise out to the remote Bottle Beach, where a local Guide will take you on a hike through the jungle to the pristine white sand beaches. MEAL Breakfast at the hotel is included. ACTIVITY~ 4 HOURS Bottle Beach Jungle Hike included Longtail Boat Take Jungle route to Bottle Beach with local ENG guide escorted. Bottle Beach, located in the northeast of Koh Phangan, is one of the most beautiful beaches on the island. It’s secluded and no excess development has been done there. The long white, sandy beach known also under its Thai name Haad Khuad is enclosed by hills covered in lush greenery and coconut palms. ACTIVITY~ 30 MIN Longtail Boat at Bottle Beach After spending time at the Bottle Beach, also known as Haad Kruad, hop on the longtail boat to the local pier and continue by van to hotel (Note: This activity is the part of Bottle Beach Jungle Hike Tour. Length in minutes consists in above activity.) ACCOMMODATION Mae Haad Bay Resort, or similar Overnight in Koh Pha Ngan.

Enjoy a leisurely day on the island. Relax on the beach, take in some shopping, or visit the beach bars. MEAL: Breakfast at the hotel is included. ACCOMMODATION Mae Haad Bay Resort, or similar Overnight in Koh Pha Ngan.

Wave goodbye to Koh Pha Ngan and take the ferry back to Koh Samui. After a tour of Koh Samui Island, you will join the group for a farewell dinner. MEAL Breakfast at the hotel is included. TRANSFER ~ 45 MIN Hotel to Koh Pha Ngan Pier Transfer. Private van transfer to Thong Sala Pier for taking a ferry boat ACTIVITY~ 1 HOUR Ferry: Koh Pha Ngan to Koh Samui Today you’ll board the ferry at Koh Pha Ngan and cruise back to Koh Samui, Thailand’s second largest island. MEAL: A farewell dinner at a local restaurant is included. INFORMAL GATHERING Social Get-together Relaxation, Drinks, and Socials ACCOMMODATION Samaya Buri Samui, or similar Overnight in Koh Samui.

All good things must come to an end! You'll transfer to the airport and bid farewell for now. MEAL Breakfast at the hotel is included. TRANSFER ~ 45 MIN Airport Transfers 2 transfers to Koh Samui Airport (USM), between 8:00 am and 11:00 am.