More of the Mahers

Day 3: Bamboo Island and on to Phi Phi Don

Fortunately the weather was bright and clear - hot in fact - and remained so for the remainder of the Mahers' time at sea.

First stop was Bamboo island where after snorkeling on the reef and picnicking on the beach, the final destination for the day was Phi Phi Don where the family checked into some local bungalows for the night.

Day 4: Phi Phi Ley

After breakfast it was time to explore Phi Phi Ley by longtail boat. This second and smaller Phi Phi Island lies behind Phi Phi Don and is protected by Noppharathara National Park so no development has been allowed on this spectacular outcrop.

Famous for "The Beach" at Maya Bay where the movie with Leonardo di Caprio was filmed, there are many beautiful coves to explore and do such activities as snorkeling and kayaking. The waters around Phi Phi are particularly clear and there are a huge number and variety of fish and coral to see.

The Mahers all took full advantage before returning to Phi Phi Don for the afternoon to relax and explore before spending another night.

Days 5-7: Phi Phi to Koh Yao Noi

This morning the Mahers left Phi Phi for the journey over to Koh Yao Noi. This island lies just south of Phuket in Phangga Bay, and is a quiet and relaxing place to spend a few days. Tourism on this island is very low key and most of the islanders, who are 98% Muslim, still follow a traditional way of life, fishing, grazing water buffalo and cutting and processing rubber.

It is a great place to rent a motorbike or push bike and explore the relatively quiet roads which ring the island and connect four or so villages and the main market place.

The plan is to stay for the next few nights in traditional style bungalows right on the beach before boarding a ferry to Phuket and home to Oz.



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September Itinerary - Meet the Mahers

Welcome to Yvonne, Russell, Lauren and Georgia from the Sunshine Coast of Australia. Together with the family we put together a fantastic itinerary taking in all the highlights of Krabi by sea and land.



Day 1: Thai cooking class and Elephant riding

After arriving in Krabi in the dark and wet, the next morning Bang Air picked up the family bright and early to visit the morning markets in Krabi town to learn all about buying the ingredients they would need for their cooking class.


Breakfast was a selection of Thai sweets and breakfast foods at the market, before returning to Air's home in the village of Na Tai, where his wife, Cha, was waiting to start the cooking instruction.

During the morning, the Mahers - under expert guidance - prepared and consumed a variety of dishes including Green curry, Massaman curry, Pad Thai Goong, Tom Yum Seafood and Sweet and Sour squid.


There was time for a quick rest and change of clothes before going out to Tham Sra Geaw with Sun to ride elephants and explore the cave there. Although the weather was a bit damp, the elephants, and the Mahers, were undaunted...


Day 2: Hong Island Trip
Unfortunately, this trip had to be canceled due to storm warnings from the Port Authority, but seeing as Sun had already cooked up a feast for lunch, we had an impromptu picnic at home.

Today the weather is fine and clear, so it's off to explore the islands of Krabi including Bamboo, Phi Phi and Koh Yao Noi.

Look for an update at the end of the week when Sun returns with new pictures of the great sea adventure!

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Family Christmas Holiday in Krabi

For those who may be looking for ideas for a Christmas break, here is a report on a fantastic itinerary designed by a Sydney family last Christmas.

Starting in Ao Nang, the first full day was spent exploring Thai village life followed by dinner in Krabi Night markets.


These are our family's monkeys who earn their keep by collecting coconuts



Giant catfish farm











Lunch in the village


Friendship needs no language














Creatures from the deep
Krabi town by night

The next day we left for the islands taking in the Hong area, staying in bungalows on Koh Yao Noi, camping on Bamboo Island and exploring Phi Phi, before returning via Chicken and Poda Islands.






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Boat News - Tradegy strikes!

Before...

...and after!





It's hard to believe, but it was literally there one day and gone the next! The fire started during the night through a faulty wire leading from the battery to the electric pump.

By the morning there was next to nothing left.

So it's a sad farewell to our beautiful fishing boat, but we have lots of great memories of the times we spent cruising the Andaman on her.

And the good news is, we have found a beautiful new long tail to replace her. We found it right up in Ranong barely used since the Tsunami when she was donated to the previous owner. At 25 ribs, it will be big enough to do our longer trips - and quite a bit faster! It will also be able to cater for larger groups.

Here are some pictures of the caulking process underway and we'll take some more once she's ready to launch:

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Family News

The girls are well and having fun at their new schools in Nong Thale.

Indon is 9 now, and Nong Sau has turned 11. Here are some photos of them at a parade (and one of Ma as well):













But the biggest (and getting bigger daily) news is a new baby coming soon to Ao Nang.


This is at 36 weeks.

So far we can tell you he is a boy and shaping up to be a champion Muay Thai boxer judging by the kicks and punches he deals out.

The due date is 10 October, so not long to go now. We'll keep you posted....



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Some more photos

Here are some more pictures from last season. If you are interested in visiting our area, it may give you some ideas about what you might like to do. Or to book your own personalised private adventure tour, have a look on our website at www.andamancampandcruise.com

We had never seen so much water at the falls at Than Bokoranee National Park at Ao Luk, Krabi after recent heavy rains.

But it made for great swimming and we had the place almost to ourselves.

Resting, after struggling against the current

Two fine specimens of manhood indeed...





Harry and Michelle and family from South Africa after a great day snorkeling at Hong Island, kayaking in the lagoon and relaxing on the beach.



Ruari again, after a chauffeured kayak ride around Paradise Island




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Welcome

Welcome to our new blog with news about our family, friends and adventure trips from Ao Nang, Krabi.


Now you can keep up to date with news about what we and our customers are up to, share your holiday photos and for those planning to visit, get some ideas for a customised adventure trip in Southern Thailand.

First of all, Sawat di and thank you to all our passengers from last season. Here are some photos of you:

Ruari winning....as usual

Dinner in the Krabi night market with Stanley and family. The empty plates tell the tale....


Uwe's gang from Ao Nang Paradise Hotel on a snorkeling day trip at Koh Pak Bia, near Hong Island.




Trekking up the mountain with Jim et al. Well.....we made it about a third of the way up, but at least Bert got lots of photos....and lunch in the village tasted even better for the effort!

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