Embark on a thrilling adventure in Phang Nga Bay with the HONG by Starlight tour. Explore limestone caves, encounter wildlife, and witness a mesmerizing sunset. Indulge in delicious Thai cuisine and enjoy a leisurely cruise along the picturesque waters.
- Hongs of Phang Nga - 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.
- Koh Panak Cave - Thai seafood buffet dinner during Phang Nga Bay Sunset.
- Koh Panak Cave - - 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.
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- Trips available from Phuket
- Soft drinks and water included
- Camping and cooking gear provided
- Lunch and dinner provided
- John Gray’s Sea Canoe gear
- Tea and coffee available
- All transportation in destination included
- Full Board meal plan
- User fees covered
- Escort boat when applicable
- Life insurance included
- Professional tour guide
- National park fee included
- Experienced guides from John Gray’s Sea Canoe
- Photo camera
- Swimwear
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Power Bank
Hong by Starlight
The name of this tour is called HONG by Starlight.
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
- 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.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.