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Sail Thailand, Southern Thailand's
premier Cruising Guide, is the source of all the information within this section of our
website. Sail Thailand can be purchased through distributors in Australia, Singapore, UK,
USA and other countries.
If you intend sailing in these waters then purchasing a copy of this book
is a must on anyones shopping List. The book Sail Thailand provides detailed excerpts,
maps and depths. More information about this publication can be obtained at www.aapress.net
We thank Sail Thailand's publisher, Artasia
Press, for their assistance.
The greater Phuket area including the
provinces of Phang Nga, Krabi and Trang have emerged as star performers in Thailand’s
thriving tourism industry.
 Pristine
beaches, crystal clear blue waters, warm winter climate and isolated magical
islands are the prime attractions that lure millions of tourists here every year. It is
these very same attractions that 'yachties' from all over the world seek out.
The first amongst the boating attractions of the area is Phang Nga Bay,
famous for its stunning limestone mountains that rise vertically out of a tranquil
aquamarine sea.
 The bay offers year round shelter, even during the heavy
months of the monsoon a yacht can find calm waters, tranquility and dramatic beauty. When
the northeast monsoon season arrives in November/December, the bay transforms itself into
a fabulously beautiful playground and great day sailing destination.
Safe anchorages are numerous in the bay. When exploring the bay, a
dinghy, or a sea canoe is needed to get into the many little coves, bays and tidal
seacaves which open up to hidden lagoons within the center of many islands.
 Moving
south from northern Phang Nga Bay you'll discover that the water clarity changes
from a thick milky green to a near crystal clear clarity around the islands off Krabi.
These islands offer outstanding pristine beaches.
Krabi itself is one of the most dramatically beautiful
places you'll ever see. Phra Nang beach, where moutainous slabs or limestone tower over
each end of the beach has been called one of the most beautiful beaches in the world.
Heading further south from Krabi the snorkelling becomes even more
interesting. There are beautiful coral reefs and an abundance of small, colourful reef
fish.
 The Phi Phi Islands are a must see port of call in the
common, circular route taking in the three provinces that enclose Phang Nga bay.
Anchorages here are plentiful, usually deserted and always beautiful. From here boats sail
east, then turn south to the Ko Hong (Krabi) group of islands. If weather permits, these
make a delightful overnight stop. Phra Nang, Krabi is the next overnight stop for most.
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