Phang Nga

Today’s trip down memory lane is to the unforgettable time, way back in 2012, when we went sea cave kayaking in stunning Phang Nga Bay in the Strait of Malacca. This awe-inspiring bay is filled with majestic limestone cliffs, hidden lagoons, and mysterious sea caves, some of which we were lucky enough to explore by kayak.

 

After paddling under the overhanging sea cliffs, you enter the squishy tunnel through the caves, lying flat your nose nearly touching the ceiling, only navigable at low tide. Then you glide out the other side into a magical place! A place that takes your breath away and renders everyone silent Beautiful secluded natural lagoons surrounded by lush greenery, wild monkeys chattering in the trees, and the gentle lapping of the waves. A place lost to time and civilisation. Magical.

 

Later, after recovering from the day’s adventures, you make a traditional Krathong (offering). Imagine putting together things like banana leaves, flowers & candles trying to make something that floats. (Lucky my daughter was good at it, me not so good😉) Then as the sun is setting, you climb back into your kayak and head into a dark cave with your Krathong where the candles are lit, and the offering set afloat. Watching the flames flicker in the dark was a mesmerising experience.

 

To finish the day its back to the boat for the trip back to port drifting on an ocean, and past islands, painted shades of orange and red by a stunning sunset. It has to be the most beautiful natural wonder in Thailand 😊

 

Thanks for bearing with me while I bared my thoughts.

Done