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Home » Reader question » Reader question: Exploring southern Thailand, who has tips?
Reader question: Exploring southern Thailand, who has tips?
Dear readers,
On January 12 I leave for Thailand on my own. This time I'm going to explore southern Thailand a bit. I first go to acclimatize somewhere around Bangkok (Hua in, Rayong or Laem Chabang).
Saturday, January 20 is set for Chatchuchak. On January 21, I want to travel by night train from Bangkok to Had Yai and would like to travel to my favorite place on Koh Chang around February 1.
I've already found some here and on the internet. But I would have liked to receive current tips from the real connoisseurs here about which places are very interesting in the south and how I (single 55+ traveler) can best get there with the local trains and buses (no scooter).
I am not an outgoing type but love nature, culture, hiking, touristic and local things. I've already done Kanchanaburi. Kao Sok or other nature park? Nakorn? Puket? Phang Nga? Krabi or Surat Thani?
Tips on good (clean and with a soft mattress), budget-friendly hotels for canals are also welcome.
I look forward to your advices.
Regards,
Dear (BE)
That kind of practical matter is still and solid in something as old-fashioned as the travel guide - also available for loan in many libraries.
Dear Dear, if you do travel to Hat Yai by train, I can advise you to travel a little further south to the so-called Deep South, the provinces of Pattani, Yala and Narathiwat. You will not encounter any other tourists there, but a beautiful, authentic part of Thailand that is visited by very few. Everywhere there is someone who speaks a word of English, local transport is provided by minivans, songthaews and the local trains and the prices are surprisingly low. Be inspired by the beautiful nature (beaches, jungles and mountains) and visit sights such as Wat Chang Hai, Wat Khuhaphimuk, Masjid Krue Se, Masjid Klang, and the Pacho and Sirinthorn Waterfalls. For sure it will be a blast!
You know that negative travel advice is given for those 3 provinces. It bangs too much. and that explosion has already cost the lives of 6000 people
I know that, but I live right in the middle of it, in the red zone, and can assure readers that there is nothing wrong in practice. Lots of fuss from bureaucrats who have no idea how people live there.
Hi Dear BE,
I can recommend that you visit Satun and go to Koh Lipe via Satun, this island is really worth it.
You would be at Sea Side Home Resort http://www.facebook.com/Seasidehomeresort can stay is simple but good there is a nature park nearby waterfalls.
There are no cars on Koh Lipe, the sea is very clean, and it is also nice to walk along the sea.
The owner of Seaside can show you beautiful places there if you ask, of course for a fee, really worth it.
Succes
I am currently on Ko Lipe. Indeed, there are no cars RUNNING. The few four-wheelers have no choice but to move at a walking pace due to the number of tourists on the island. There are only a few motorable roads, and those are very short distances.
Ko Lipe island is no longer pleasant. Too many tourists. Everything is being fully built.
However, the sea and islands in the area are exceptionally beautiful. If you want to dive or snorkel, go to Ko Lipe. However, you should not come here for sights and nature parks.
If you like nature and tranquility, Khao Sok is recommended
Easy to reach by bus via east, west and south.
Spending the night on a floating cabin gives the feeling of being back in nature.
No car, train or bus in the wide area you hear a pin drop.