Suratthani : hotel in Thailand and activities

Things to see & do

Tapi River Estuary Located some 7 kilometres from the town, this area is noteworthy for its quality seafood restaurants.

Khao Tha Phet Wildlife and Nature Education Centre About 6 kilometres from the provincial capital along Highway No. 4009 (the Surat Thani-Na San route) and 1.5 kilometres along an access road, this centre is located on a hill called Khao Tha Phet and covers an area of 2,906 rais, or 4.65 square kilometres. The hilltop, some 200 metres above sea level, offers commanding panoramic views of Surat Thani town, the Tapi River and Ban Don Bay. Si Surat Stupa, known locally as Phra That Khao Tha Phet, is located on the summit of Khao Tha Phet. The candle-like stupa was built in 1957 and contains Lord Buddha’s relics donated by the Indian government

Wat Suan Mokkhaphalaram Better known as Suan Mokkh, this 150-acre forest temple is located beside Highway No. 41, some 50 kilometres north of the provincial capital. Suan Mokkh's founder, the late Buddhadasa Bhikkhu, was highly respected both locally and internationally. His 'back to basics' form of Buddhism, mirroring that led by the Buddha's earliest disciples more than 2,500 years ago, attracted many Buddhist monks and lay meditators from many countries. The enclave is devoid of extravagant ceremonial and elaborated chapels. The forest tranquility is ideal for a life of contemplation. Call 0-7743-1552, 0- 7743-1597 or visit www.suanmokkh.org for more information.

Tai Rom Yen National Park include Tat Fa Waterfall, which is 13 kilometres off Highway No. 4009 after a 33-kilometre trip from the city; Muang Thuat Waterfall, 20 kilometres off Ban Na San district, and Khamin Cave with beautiful stalactites and stalagmites. Overnight stay is allowed.

Let's start at Sairee, or better say Jor Por Ror bay at its southern end, there you'll find the before mentioned (in the beginning...) Rama V rock, right in front of that is the Fishery Museum, small but still of interest. Behind that, a bit uphill is the Fishery Conservation Unit, where marine life is observed and cultivated. Next stop could be at Sairee View, a beautiful hilltop resort in the north end. Not only can you overlook the whole east coast till Jansom bay, the owner has also a gigantic, whale skeleton on display. Close by you can visit the mysterious diamond caves.

Another great panorama you'll have at Two View, the highest peak of Koh Tao, best take a taxi towards Tanote Bay, get off at the signs and walk the rest, it's really worth it.
From there you could walk straight down to Sairee, or if you want to see more, walk back the way you came with the taxi, follow the sign leading to Ao Leuk and be rewarded with a refreshing swim in one of the most beautiful bays.