We woke up this morning to unexpected clear skies! Obviously, we took full advantage by continuing to explore Nopparat Thara beach, where we left off yesterday. This area is incredibly remote (probably moreso due to it being monsoon season), with not a lot of development, so it is especially scenic. After we swam across a narrow longboat channel, we came across a somewhat hidden resort area with sea kayak rentals available. Much to our surprise, the kayaks were offered to us free of charge by the Thai family that we assumed ran the place. That is where the day took a turn for the unforgettable, as we island hopped via kayak for the next 5 hours. We posed for the picture below after eating lunch on the first island beach we came across.
Yes, things are going great, and everyone's expectations for Thailand have been surpassed in some way at this point. Tonight we are heading for a beach party near the edge of the secluded beaches that we explored today. We have decided to stay here in Ao Nang beach for a few more days before heading out to Phi Phi Island for some much-anticipated scuba diving. I will continue to keep you all updated on our misadventures.
Michael
PS-I hope everyone in the Houston area is ready for Ike!
2 comments:
Hey Mike,
Your blog is great. Looks like you are having a great time.
Check your permanent email address when you get a chance. I sent you some contact info for some one I know in NZ.
Donna Z.
It looks like yall are having a great time, wish I was there. Take lots of pics; we'll have a slideshow when yall get back; I'll buy the beer. keep on keepin on
-mitch
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