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John Gray’s Exclusive Hong by Starlight Private Tour from Phuket

A tailor made kayaking adventure by John Gray Sea Canoe

Discover “Tidal Nape Sea Caves” and hidden cliff-lined lagoons found by John Gray in 1989 at your own pace with just your group and the paddle guides. Avoid the crowds and get the most private dramatic experience you can imagine with great nature and wildlife literally inside Phang Nga Bay’s marine limestone karstic islands including the floating of your own self-made flower “Kratong” in a spiritual and spectacular natural light show.
John Gray’s Exclusive Hong by Starlight Private Tour from Phuket
John Gray’s Exclusive Hong by Starlight Private Tour from PhuketPickup by minivan from the hotel in PhuketMeet the boat crew at Ao Por PierBoard the the escort boat at Ao Po Pier in PhuketGet a detailed briefing about the nature and geological siteCruise into the spectacular Phang Nga BayEnjoy a light lunch on the escort boatArrival at Panak Island in Phang Nga BayThe guides get ready to take you on the sea kayaksStart paddling with your personal guide around the islandEnter narrow channels deep under the limestone rockThe lagoons in the inner of Panak Island can be only reached by kayakSpot pure nature and wildlife around youSpot wild birds at the rock formations around youPaddle by kayak through the Bat CaveMonkey jumping from kayak to kayakMeet Mr. John Gray himselfGet back on the boatEnjoy a healthy dinner onboardMake your own Krathong flowerFloat your own self-made flower “Krathong”Watch a spectacular sunset on the way back to the pier

Highlights

  • Private cruise from Phuket to Phang Nga Bay on a 2-deck tour boat
  • Paddle with just your group into the lagoons of Koh Panak
  • Be guided by highly trained and experienced tour guides
  • Eat healthy Thai food including lunch & dinner
  • Float your own self-made flower “Kratong”

What can you expect

This private sea cave kayaking trip from Phuket starts at midday to avoid the crowds, with a convenient pickup service by luxury air-conditioned minivan from the entire Phuket Island. After a health checkup at Ao Por Pier, you will cruise by a spacious 2-deck tour bout into Phang Nga Bay and will receive a detailed briefing about the nature and geological site. You will also learn how to securely enter the caves and hongs (Thai for room) by the hand-made SOTAR kayaks which are specially designed for this trip.

It will then be time to start paddling through limestone caves and lagoons with your highly experienced guide in the dramatic setting of Panak Island. Your professional guide will paddle you and your group through the 'Tidal Nape' sea caves inside Phang Nga Bay’s marine limestone karstic islands. The hidden cliff-lined lagoons are populated with macaques, water monitors, kingfishers, mud-skippers, egrets, sea eagles, and brahminy kites. Later, return to the escort boat and move on to the second place named Hong Island - which has two more caves and hongs for you to explore.

You will finish after dark by floating your own self-made “Krathong” flower in a spiritual and spectacular natural light show. This evening Loi Kratong ceremony complete with fireflies and dinoflagellates (bio-luminescent plankton) is bound to be a spiritual experience. You'll finally savour a delicious seafood/vegan buffet on the trip back, before returning to the pier 2 hours after sunset.

Itinerary

  • 10:30 - 12:00: Hotel pickup in Phuket
  • 12:00 - 12:15: Undergo a short health checkup by our staff
  • 12:15 - 13:00: Meet the crew at Ao Po Pier & get instructions
  • 13:00 - 13:10: Departure by escort boat to Phang Nga Bay
  • 13:10 - 14:10: Enjoy lunch on board the tour boat
  • 14:10 - 16:15: Paddle by kayak into the lagoons of Koh Phanak
  • 16:15 - 16:30: Continue to Hong Island
  • 16:30 - 17:30: Sightseeing & kayaking at Koh Hong
  • 17:30 - 18:15: Free time for relaxing
  • 18:15 - 18:45: Make your own Krathong & have dinner on the boat
  • 18:45 - 19:15: Float the self-made Krathong in the cave of Phanak Island
  • 19:15 - 19:30: See phosphorescent plankton
  • 19:30 - 20:30: Head back to Phuket
  • 20:30 - 21:00: Transfer back to your hotel
  • * The tour program is subject to change due to weather & sea conditions

Inclusions

  • Hotel round-trip transfer on the entire Phuket island including airport pick-up and drop-off service
  • Full board meal plan with lunch, dinner, bottled water and herbal tea
  • Comfortable and modern twin-engine escort boat
  • Caveman's SOTAR sea kayaks
  • Kayak equipment including a dry bag
  • Life jacket
  • National Park entrance fee
  • Basic accident insurance
  • Professional and experienced English speaking guide
  • CPR and first aid trained crew

Important

  • Bring a towel, bathing clothes, dry and warm clothes for the way back, sunglasses, sun cream and a camera or smart phone (at your own risk, dry-bags are provided).
  • This tour is not recommended for pregnant women or people with back or neck problems.
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Price breakdown

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• Group (max. 8 people/group)
1x 44,750.00 THB
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44,750.00 THB
  • To guarantee a booking, book no later than 21 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • During high season (November - April) and on National Thai Holidays, we advise that you book your trip as early as possible as seats sell out fast.
  • Due to bad weather or sea conditions the tour may be postponed or cancelled with a full refund.
  • You can cancel your booking up to 24 hours prior to your scheduled departure date and receive a refund in the amount of the activity costs minus payment fees (if no other custom cancellation policy is stated under 'Important to Know'). Read our Terms & Conditions.
Activity Details
Availability Daily
Schedule 12:00 - 20:30
Duration 8.5 hours
Means of transport Escort boat & sit-on-top kayak
Guidance Highly skilled English speaking tour guide
Group size 1 - 50 people
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Last updated: 09.03.2024 at 09:47

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