Ao Phang Nga National Park
Ao Phang Nga National Park is renowned for its striking limestone karsts and emerald-green waters, offering a magnificent setting for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.
About Ao Phang Nga National Park
Ao Phang Nga National Park, established in 1981, covers an area of 154 square miles in Phang Nga Province, southern Thailand. This maritime national park is famous for its spectacular seascape of stunning limestone cliffs and rock formations, rising sheer from the sea in Phang Nga Bay. The park is home to a diverse range of ecosystems, comprising mangroves, seagrass beds, and coral reefs, supporting a variety of wildlife such as sea turtles, dugongs, and a multitude of bird species. Visitors can explore caves, cliffs, and hidden lagoons via traditional Thai long-tail boats or kayaks, making it a prime spot for adventure seekers. The park is most notable for its iconic James Bond Island, which gained worldwide fame from the 1974 film 'The Man with the Golden Gun'. Ao Phang Nga is praised for its natural beauty and offers excellent opportunities for diving, snorkeling, bird watching, and photography.
Highlights
James Bond Island, known locally as Koh Tapu, a famous rock pinnacle.
The park's unique biodiversity with its mangrove forests and marine life.
Kayaking through the sea caves and lagoons.
The scenic beauty and tranquility of the Emerald Waters.
Notable Natural Features
James Bond Island
A famous landmark known for its starring role in a James Bond movie, this limestone karst juts dramatically from the water.
Ko Hong
An island featuring a stunning lagoon accessible by kayak during high tide.
Mangrove Forests
The extensive mangrove forests provide critical habitat for diverse wildlife and are ideal for exploring by boat.