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Rustling Palms on Raya IslandRoute: Phuket - Ko Raya - PhuketIf you're doing a spot of Thailand island hopping, Ko Raya Island is the perfect place to unwind and soak up the sun. It is an amazing coral island just south of Phuket, with quiet beaches and gently swaying palm trees. There is very little to do here - and that's precisely its selling point. If you're staying in Phuket, you'll be picked up from the pier and taken by speedboat to Ko Raya Island (approx. 45 minutes). You'll spend 3 nights in a comfortable wooden bungalow with breakfast included. The little bay that lies right outside your bungalow door is like a tropical aquarium - only far bigger. You'll be awestruck by the underwater world that thrives beneath the calm waters. This is an ideal place to take an introductory scuba dive, or a PADI Open Water diving course. Your transport back to Phuket is also included in the quoted price. Click here to read a few customer comments about this Thailand island hopping destination. |
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4 days / 3 nights Daily from Phuket |
Accommodation |
3 nights in a 2-person bungalow with fan (evenings and overnight only). |
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Price |
£185 per person - based on two people |
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Transport, accommodation with breakfast. |
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Transport |
Return boat transfer from Phuket |
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Other meals and excursions. |
Day 1: Arrival on Ko RayaOn the first day of this Thailand island hopping trip in Ko Raya, you will be picked up from your hotel in Phuket by minibus and taken to the pier. The speedboat for Ko Raya Island leaves at 9am (8:15am in low season) and takes about 45 minutes. Your bungalows on Ko Raya stand on a hill with panoramic views of the sea. Once you’ve settled in, you can begin to relax and head to the beach for some well-deserved laziness. The best snorkelling area lies off the beach right outside your door. The restaurant within your resort offers a wide range of tasty dishes, so you'll barely need to move to grab a bite to eat. In the evening, over a cocktail or two, you can discuss your discoveries in the underwater world. If you feel like taking your snorkelling to the next level, just drop in to the dive school near the beach and ask about the various courses available. |
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Day 2: Ko RayaIf you've been doing some more adventurous Thailand island hopping, you'll find Ko Raya the prefect place to relax. You can start the day with a refreshing dip in the warm, turquoise sea. Early mornings are a great time to find a kaleidoscope of exotic fish swimming in the bay. Breakfast will taste all the better after your energetic underwater excursion. It takes about 10 minutes to walk to the slightly bigger Patok Beach. Another great beach is Siam Beach, just 10-minutes walk away. Here there are a few beach bars, and you can also get a massage at a reasonable price. Walking along the sandy paths, you might come across another walker or two, but there is no traffic here - only the sounds of natural island life. |
Day 3: Ko RayaYou have all day to relax on the beach today. Lounge around on your balcony, by the pool, or on a beach lounger in the sun. Read the last few chapters of your book whilst sipping fresh fruit juice or treat yourself to a delicious fruit shake from the beach bar.Maybe today is the day to try an introductory scuba dive? With the guidance of a divemaster instructor you can try a real scuba dive in the wonderful waters. The visibility in the waters off the island is excellent (about 25m). If you wish to take a full course and get your PADI diving certificate, we can extend your stay on Ko Raya. |
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Day 4: Departure from Ko Raya IslandAfter breakfast, you will leave your footprints in the sand for the last time and return to Phuket as this Thailand island hopping trip to Ko Raya comes to an end. The boat departs Ko Raya at around 15:00-16:00 during November to April, and 12:00-13:00 between May to October.Phuket is an excellent base from which to start the next part of your journey. Or if your time has run out, Phuket airport has good flight connections to Bangkok, where you can connect to your international flight home. Warning: You must not fly within 24 hours of your last dive! If you have more time after this Thailand island hopping trip, you can also visit some of the other islands in Thailand with our 'Secret Islands and Snorkelling Lagoons' or explore Railay Beach with our 'Hidden Railay Bay' module. If you're craving some adventure after a few lazy days, try our Thailand adventure tour of Khao Sok National Park. |
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