The travel experts at weg.de are currently reporting a doubling of booking figures for winter in Thailand. But white these five secret island tips you will enjoy your holiday away from the masses.
Den Winter in Thailand verbringen – das ist eine gute Idee. Schließlich punktet das asiatische Land mit perfekten Badetemperaturen, tropischer Natur, wunderschönen Stränden und quirligen Großstädten. Vor allem die Sonne ist es, die europäische Touristen während der Wintermonate verstärkt anzieht. Nachdem ihnen aber coronabedingt nun eineinhalb Jahre der Eintritt ins Königreich verwehrt blieb, öffnet Thailand am 1. November seine Grenzen. Und der Andrang ist groß. Wie die Reisexperten von away.de report, the booking figures for package tours to Thailand doubled compared to the previous month. But secret island tips for a relaxed holiday in Thailand without mass tourism do exist.
Located in the Gulf of Thailand, Koh Kood is the epitome of a perfect beach holiday. Here you can stroll under coconut palms gently swaying in the wind, feel the soft sand between your toes and enjoy the turquoise blue water. If you like it colourful, you should think of snorkelling equipment. Corals and fish are just waiting to reveal their colourful splendour to visitors.
The lush island is only developed for tourism on the west coast. There are only a few roads on the island, which also means that here travellers have entire stretches of coastline just for themselves.
Keine Autos, wohin das Auge auch blickt – das ist Koh Phayam inmitten der Andamanensee. Bunte Bars aus Holz und Bambus stellen die touristische Infrastruktur dar. Hier braust man mit Rollern übers Land, damit findet man auch die besten Strände und Buchten.
If you're looking for a change from the Robinson Crusoe feeling, treat yourself to a beer at the hippie bar at the northern end of the main beach, Buffalo Bay. Or take part in one of the yoga classes. In the interior of the island you can go on exciting kayak tours through the mangrove forest. A cultural highlight is the small temple Wat Koh Phayam directly on the pier.
Although the popular resort of Krabi is nearby, the island of Koh Jum off the coast is considered one of the quietest islands in Thailand. Ferries can't dock here, so if you want to get to the island, you'll have to hop on a longtail boat. But the trip is worth it. Fine sand, a relaxed atmosphere and secluded beaches, such as Ao Si Beach, await.
Here, too, it is best to travel by scooter. It takes you to the north of the island. There you can explore rubber tree plantations around Mount Phu, hike through the jungle or visit one of the original fishing villages. Guests on Koh Jum sleep in classic beach bungalows.
Only recently the island has asphalted roads and accommodation for tourists. Accordingly, the island has many untouched corners and deserted beaches. It is located in the bay of Phang Nga. Many limestone islands surround it, which makes it particularly picturesque. Koh Yao Yai is ideal for swimming in the southwest.
At To La Ma Bay and Koh Yao Yai Village Beach the water recedes strongly at low tide. Thus, extended walks along the coast are possible.
It is only five square kilometers in size, but is impressive. We're talking about Koh Ngai, an island densely covered in green jungle. If you walk from the main beach to the south coast, it takes about half an hour. The two beaches Mung Bay and Kauntong Beach invite for bathing. Both are idyllic and uninhabited.
Kokosnusspalmen und türkisblaues Meer machen die Strände zum malerischen Postkartenmotiv. Als Abwechslung zum Baden, Schnorcheln und Relaxen bietet sich eine Kajaktour entlang der Bucht zwischen den Mangroven hindurch an. Im Winter nach Thailand – lange genug haben die Reisenden darauf gewartet. Mit dem Füßen im Sand auf Koh Ngai erinnert man sich wieder, weshalb sich das Warten gelohnt hat.
