James Bond Tour in Phuket, Thailand

The thrill of going back to Phuket never ceases, it will always be there. 

And this is one of the reasons why!

boarding the luxury boat

Last year (2013), I enjoyed the Phi Phi Don and Maya Tour. This year it was supposed to be the Similan Islands Tours but unfortunately, the weather was not good, but I was given the best alternative - The James Bond Island Tour in Phuket. 

Orientation onboard the boat about the James Bond Tour

My hostel, Sino Inn Phuket, booked me at Phuket Patri Tour for this Luxury Boat Tour. There were 3 choices, namely: 4 in 1, 5 in 1 and the sunset tour. I chose the 4 in 1 package since I have a plane to catch in the afternoon going to Vietnam.  

There are other James Bond Tours using the speed boat and the traditional boat of Thailand. But the Luxury Boat 4 in 1 canoe is simply the best! The speed boat does not have the canoe.

Panak Island

The following morning I was fetched by the agency's service towards the docking area, boarded the boat and cruised our way to our first island destination - Panak Island.

boarding the canoe

I have been to so many tours in the Philippines and in 12 countries, but the James Bond Tour experience is simply one of the best (if not the best!). The canoe experience inside the cave is way beyond comparison. I experienced a similar tour at Puerto Princesa Underground River (PPUR). But this one is different in terms of the adventure it offers (though the interior of PPUR is a lot better than Panak Island and that is the reason why PPUR is one of the 8 Wonders of Nature in the world).

inside the cave, notice the guy lying at his back while exiting the narrow opening

The adventure and experience inside the cave are simply awesome! There are narrow and steep portions of the cave wherein you either have to lie on your back or squeeze your way through.

Hooray for the Panak Island Tour Adventure!

majestic scenery while onboard the boat

After staying in the island for almost an hour, we headed to our next destination. The islands of Phuket reminded me of El Nido, my favorite spot in the Philippines. But El Nido is still my favorite! =)

Hong Island

After 20 minutes, we reached our next stop - Hong Island!

Yes, I enjoyed Panak Island but I had twice the fun at Hong Island! 

The limestone and karst formation was much better, the canoe adventure was more daring and breathtaking, and the view of the lagoons, two thumbs up! 

The sight is something to behold while you are onboard the canoe!

After having the time of my life at the island, we proceeded to our third destination. The trip going to the next island was more than 20 minutes.

 Due to the narrow space of the docking area, we were fetched by another boat and we landed at  our main destination.

The James Bond Island

We were given 45 minutes to roam and enjoy the island and we did!

After the third destination, we took our sumptuous buffet lunch onboard the luxury boat.

After the lunch, we headed to our last destination where we enjoyed our snorkeling and diving activities. We were given another 45 minutes for the water adventure.

  

Past 2 pm, we went back to the docking area in Phuket Town. 

The James Bond Island Tour is 

simply exceptional and phenomenal!!

Revisiting My 2013 International Travels

I make it a point twice every year to travel abroad. 

I usually travel March and October during the semestral breaks of my students. Blogging is not my full time job and I have to do my other passion and my full-time job in life which is teaching.

Last year, I visited Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Cambodia, Myanmar and Thailand. But there are places which left memories that linger in a traveler's mind. And here are some of those places that make me smile.

Patong Beach

Phuket, Thailand comes very close to my heart with all the majestic scenery, world-class beaches and unparalleled adventures only Phuket could offer. This November 2014 I decided to go back anew just to rekindle the memories I experienced in Phuket.

Malaysia offers a variety of tourist spots but Genting Highlands tops my places to visit. I love the cable car ride going to the spot and once you are there you will surely enjoy the different attractions offered by the Highlands.

Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam is a must-to-see spot if you are traveling in South East Asia. Known for offering the cheapest shopping goods only Vietnam can offer.  It has its own unique ride called "Tuktuk" which tourists must try and a variety of river adventures that await foreigners.

Angkot Wat

Siem Reap, Cambodia opens your eyes to ancient majestic temples such as Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom and Bahket Mountain. Considered as one of the best tourist spots in South East Asia, the early morning sunrise view of Angkor Wat will surely captivate your passion to travel in this ancient city.

And finally, the South East Asian tour will not be complete without going to Singapore! The Marina Bay, Clarke Quay, Merlion, and Universal Studio Singapore (USS) are some of the best spots to visit while you are in Singapore. Enjoy the river cruise in Marina Bay and the world-class adventures in Sentosa!

   

Sunrise and Sunset 2014

Sunrise and sunset are two of my most photographed scenery. And I started two years ago to make an annual compilation in my blog of these events. 

Here are some of my sunrise and sunset pictures for the year 2014.

Sunset in Coron, Palawan

Sunset in Patong Beach, Phuket, Thailand

Sunrise in Angkor Wat, Siem Reap, Cambodia

Sunset in Darasa, Tanauan City, Batangas

Sunset in Coron, Palawan

Sunset in Sun Cruises, Manila Bay

Sunset in Danum Lake, Sagada, Mountain Province

Sunrise in Laiya, Batangas

Sunrise in Kilpetan View, Sagada, Mountain Province (Summer)

My Top 10 Southeast Asia 2013 Tour Pictures

Last October 18-29, 2013, I traveled in Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand. Along the journey, I took pictures of the best places in my tour and here are my ten best pictures:

Clarke Quay, Singapore

Dinner River Cruise in Bangkok, Thailand

  Elephant Trekking in Phang Nga, Thailand

Melaka, Malaysia

Merlion and Marina Bay Sands, Singapore

Jumpshot in Patong Beach, Phuket, Thailand

Patong Beach, Phuket, Thailand

Paragliding in Phuket, Thailand

SG Sunset River Cruise

Singapore

Adventures in Thailand!

Thailand is a country rich in adventures. 

It is one of the best places to spend your holidays. 

Here are some of the adventures that you can enjoy in Phuket, Thailand.

Adventure Travel and Tour

Save the Earth

Best tour

42/2 Moo 6 T.Kathu A. Kathu, Phuket 83150 Thailand

Tel (6676) 355966-7 Fax (6676 355967 

www.adventuretravelandtour.com

E-mail: info@adventuretraveltour.com

Duration 9:00 am - 7:00 pm

White Water Rafting

Elephant Trekking

ATV Riding

Swimming in sparkling waterfalls

Lunch with delicious Thai set

Visit Monkey Cave (Suwan Khuha Temple)

Prices range from 2,500, 3,000, and 3,500 Baht depending on the package. Best deal is Tour Code: REA

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7 points

Phi Phi Maya Bay & Khai Island

Happy Boat Travel

125/411 Moo 5, Rock Graden 5, Ratsada, Muang, Phuket 8300 Thailand

Tel/Fax 076-528730 Mobile 080-5269090, 086-4763977

E-mail: pom_3977@hotmail.com

Island hopping package

Phi Phi Ley Island

Maya Bay

Loh Samah Bay

Pileh Lagoon

Phi Phi Don Island (Ton Sai Bay)

Monkey Beach

Khai Nok Island

Tour package price is 3,000 Baht / Child - 1,500 Baht

You can also book at
Roong Aroon Tour (2544)
Tel. 076 373 166 Fax 076 373 167 Mobile 083-592-4758
e-mail: info.rtour2544@gmail.com
www.rtour2544.com

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Kapong Tubing Safari

Phuket Travel Tour

68/119 Moo1, Soi 14, Kwang Rd. Maneekram Village, Muang, Phuket 83130 Thailand

Tel 084-1853640, 089 909 0336, Fax 076 367119

E-mail:rsvn@phuket-travel-tour.com

Waterfall Package: Program A1

Waterfall Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3 plus Bamboo Trekking

Tubing 30-45 minutes

Price 2,400 Baht

Child 1,500 Baht

Program A2: 

Elephant Trekking

Visit Rubber Plantation

Visit Rice fields

Bamboo trekking

Tubing

Price: 2,600 Baht

Child 1,700

Program A3

1 hour Elephant Trekking

Visit Rubber Plantation

Visit Rice fields

Bamboo trekking

Tubing

Waterfalls

from www.shoretrips.com

Price: 2,800 Baht

Child 1,900

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James Bond Sightseeing Tour

James Bond Discovery Sea Canoe

23/583 Moo2, T.Vichit, A.Muang, Phuket 
Hotline: 089-8667900, 087-3809390
Tel: 076 510 660 Fax: 076 510 659
Email: jbd_m@hotmail.com

Island Hopping
Moneky CAve
Phang Nga Bay
Koh Panyee
James Bond Island and Ping Gan

Price 1,800
Child - 1,400

You can also book at
Island Safari Co., Ltd.
Tel No. 087-894-5853 (GSM); 084-309 5225 (DTAC); 084-249-0075 (TRUE)
www.Lungkhaifruitsgaden.com
www.islandsafaritour.com

Programs vary -
James Bond Nature Tour (Price - 2,220 Baht)
James Bod Discovery Tour (Price - 2,400 Baht)
James Bod Adventure Tour (Price - 2,600 Baht)
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Best Rafting 4U
97/154 Moo4, Virat Hongyok Rd, T. Vichit, A Muang, Phuket 83000
Tel: 076-522-528 Fax: 076-522 788
E-mail: bestrafting4u@hotmail.com    www.bestrafting4u.com

Program A: White Water Rafting (Price - 2,500 Baht)
Program B: Rafting plus Elephant Trekking  (Price - 2,900 Baht)
Program C: Rafting Plus ATV (Price - 3,900 Baht )
Program D:  Rafting plus Elephnat Trekking plus ATV (Price - 3,800 Baht)

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Island Safari
Eco-Nature Tours
Phuket / Koh Samui / Krabi / Phang Nga
Mobile: 087 894 5853 (GSM), 084 309 5225 (DTAC), 084-249 0075 (TRUE)
Office: (076) 255 0212, 254 7101 Fax: (076) 255 044
www.islandsafaritour.com

Program F1
Elephant Trekking
Fish Spa
Elephant show
Monkey show
Thai Fruits on season
Price: 1,800 Baht

Program F2
ATV
Elephant Trekking
Fish Spa
Elephant Show
Monkey show
Thai fruits on season
Price - 2,200 Baht

Other package activities include:  Thai rice farming, Ox-cat riding, Buffalo photo, Thai lifestyle, Rubber tapping, Thai cooking, Thai boxing, Canoe, 4 x 4 safari












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5 in 1 Canoe in Phang Nga Bay by Luxury Boat
Phuket Patri Tour
10/383-4 Jomthong Thani, Vichit, Muang, Phuket 8300
Booking Tel: 07626 3558, 07626 4881 Fax: 0 7626 3559
Mobile: 08 1397 6078, 08 4188 0085 Email:ppt-tour@hotmail.com

Island Hopping @
James Bond Island
Kaho Ping Kan
Hong Island
Panak Island
Muslim Village
Lawa Island
plus buffet lunch
Price: 3,200 Baht

They also offer Sunset  Cruise by Luxury Boat

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Andaman Treasure Travel
101/156 Iravadee Village, Chalermprakiet, Rama 9, Rassada, Muang Phuket 83000
Tel - 076 261 391, 085-4770965, 086 682 5880
Fax  - 076 261 679 Email: galaxtiga@hotmail.com

Programs 
Dam Chewlan Lake (one day trip) Price - 3,700 Baht
Hot Spring Krabi (one day trip) Price - 3,700 Baht
Khaolak Adventures (safari) Price - 3,700 Baht

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Phuket Aquarium
Phuket Aquarium, Cape Panwa
51 Sakdidech Rd. Phuket 83000
Tel 076-391 126, Fax 076 391 406
www.phuketaquarium.org

Entrance fee: Adult 50 Baht / Child 20 Baht
Foreigners: Adult 100 Baht / Child 50 baht

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Phuket City Tour
Hotline: 081 797 9699 / 089 871 2469
Fax 076 521 763 / Mobile 081 797 9699, 089 871 2469
E-mail: toomtour@gmail.com    www.phuketluckytripalltour.com

Programs
L1 - Old Phuket Town or Orchid Farm (Price m-1,350 Baht)
L2 - Phuket Aquarium (1,390 Baht)
L3 - Phuket Zoo or Bord Park plus Elephant Show, Crocodile show, Monkey Show (Price - 1500 Baht)
L4 - Weekend Market or Phromthep Cape Sunset (Price - 1,350 Baht)
L5 - Elephant Trekking or Monkey Show and Snake Show (Price -1,550 Baht)
L6 - Horse Riding or elephant or Buggy Adventure or Paint Ball Gun (Price - 1,950 Baht)
L7 - Tiger Kingdom or Go Kart Speedway or Europe Horse Tour or Shooting Range (Price - 1,950 Baht)

  

Amazing Thailand!! =)