Trvel Guide Koh Similan (Koh 8) Phang Nga Thailand
Koh Similan (Koh 8)
The largest island of Mu Koh Similan with the windjammer shaped stone called Hin Reo Bai rested as the islands natural symbol
Keuk Bay
The pier of every boat to Koh Similan and location of the tour service center, restaurants, camping area and toilets.
The windjammer stone si seen on the cliff at far distance with the path up to the stone to see the surrounded scenery. Behind the island is Koh 9 where Keuk Bay will be seen. Near the windjammer stone is the swimming area of colorful fishes.
Keuk Bay is also the beautiful sunset viewpoint. Additionally, another two interesting viewpoint are also at this bay, one behind the windjammer stone, about 400 m by walking while the other has to trek to the area in the forest taking about one hour. From the two area can overlook the tip of Koh 8 Pusa Stone Pile and Koh1.
Nguang Chang Bay or the Elephant Trunk Bay, another bay behind the island at the east that can be reached by walking from the viewpoint at the mountain peak down Nguang Chang Beach below. Its shallow sea, white sandy beach is very good to be the viewpoint but due to the very far walking distance, it is not quite popular for tourists. Any nature interested person must begin the trip in the morning in order not to finish too late in the evening. The drink should be prepared since no restaurant is available.
Accomodation. Koh 8: Rented tents for 2 person, toilets and restaurants.
Mu Koh Similan National Park Tel 0 7642 2136 (Koh 8)