Larger boats cannot travel far into the narrow channels between mangrove roots, so you explore by kayak. You sit in a tandem kayak and paddle along while the guide leads the route. With some luck, you may see herons, crabs, mudskippers or birds of prey. Monkeys or snakes are possible, but never promised.
The mangrove-only trip is a calm half-day outing. A combination with James Bond Island makes for a longer day and shifts the focus considerably. Depending on the operator, children can often travel in a tandem from around age eight to ten.
The trip is generally available year-round. In the rainy season the landscape is especially green, but mosquitoes are more common. Morning often gives you a better chance of birdlife. Trips do not run in thunderstorms or storms.
Sandals are fine, but choose something secure for getting in and out. Take your phone only in a waterproof case, and bring mosquito repellent as well as sunscreen. If you are pregnant, please ask the operator in advance whether the calm route is suitable for you.
No. The trip uses a tandem kayak on calm water and the guide leads the route. You receive a short briefing before starting.
Herons, crabs, mudskippers and, with luck, birds of prey are common sightings. Monkeys or snakes can appear, but nature cannot be scheduled.
You are usually in the kayak for around 1.5–2 hours. Including transfer from Phuket, the complete trip takes about five hours. A James Bond combination is a full day.
The water is shallow, you wear a life jacket and travel with a guide. Trips do not run in thunderstorms or storms.
The trip starts at ฿2,190 including transfer. Combinations with James Bond Island are often ฿2,500–3,500 and take longer.
