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1 HOW TO GET THERE ATTRACTION Amphoe Mueang Ranong Amphoe Kraburi Amphoe La-un Amphoe Ka Poe Amphoe Suksamran INTERESTING ACTIVITIES MAJOR EVENTS LOCAL PRODUCTS FACILITIES Accommodations Restaurants MAP USEFUL CALLS TOURIST INFORMATION CENTERS Thai Term Glossary Amphoe : District Ao : Bay Ban : Village Chedi : Stupa or Pagoda Hat : Beach Khao : Mountain Khlong : Canal Ko : Island Laem : Cape Mueang : Town or City Namtok : Waterfall Tambon : Sub-district Wat : Temple RANONG Page Note: English spelling here given tries to approximate Thai pronunciation. Posted signs may be spelled differently. When seeking help from a Thai for directions, point to the Thai spellings given after each place name.

2 Ranong Ranong is the first southern province on the western coast, located 568 kilometers from Bangkok. It is known for its long rainy season, which lasts for 8 months each year. A mountainous and heavily forested province. It was originally settled by the Hokkian Chinese, and their strong influence remains evident in the town. Ranong town is also a gateway to Myanmar, with colorful longboats ferrying produce and people across the narrow divide that separates the two countries. Ranong contains resource of tin and various natural attraction such as; hot springs, mangrove forest and peaceful island. Ranong is administratively divided into 5 Amphoe: Amphoe Mueang Ranong, Amphoe Kapoe, Amphoe Kra Buri (with the Kra Isthmus which is the narrowest part of the Malay Peninsula with a length of 50 km.), Amphoe La-un, and Amphoe Suk Samran. Distances from Amphoe Mueang Ranong to Other Districts Amphoe Kra Buri 57 km. Amphoe La-un 43 km. Amphoe Kapoe 52 km. Amphoe Suk Samran 85 km. Distances from Ranong to other Provinces Chumphon 117 km. Surat Thani 193 km. Phang-nga 226 km. Krabi 296 km. Phuket 300 km. HOW TO GET THERE By Car From Bangkok use highway 35 (Thon Buri-Pak Tho) Turn left at the Wang Manao T- junction and follow Highway 4 (Phetchakasem Road) through Phetchaburi province, Cha-am, Hua Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan, Thap Sakae untill reach the intersection to Chumphon town (Pathomphon Intersection at Km. 499) turn right onto Highway 4, passing Amphoe Kra Buri and Amphoe La-un, total distance of 568 km. By Bus There are air-conditioned buses from Bangkok Southern Bus Terminal on Borommaratchachonnani Road to Ranong everyday. For more information, Transport Company Limited Tel. 1490, , , Chok Anan Tour Tel , , Ranong Office Tel , New Mit Tour Tel , , Ranong Office Tel , Sombat Tour Tel , Ranong Office Tel , By Train There is no train running directly from Bangkok to Ranong. Visitors travelling by train can get off at Chumphon Station and connect with the Chumphon Ranong bus for another 122 km. For more information, please contact State Railway of Thailand at Tel

3 By Air Flight between Bangkok Ranong depart from Donmueang Airport. For more information, please contact Nok Air Tel. 1318, Ranong Airport Office at Tel , Transportation in Town Visitors can use a Song Thaeo service (Local Taxi Service) or motorcycle within the municipality area of Ranong by starting from the Ranong Market (Talat Sot Thetsaban Mueang) station during a.m p.m. everyday on the following routes: Route 1: Talat Tha Mueang Talat Sot Thetsaban Police Station Krung Thai Bank Route 2: Around the town Hot Springs Rueang Rat Road Route 3: Tin Smelter Talat Phama (Burmese Market) Talat Sot Thetsaban-Rattanakosin Road Fish Dock (Pier to Ko Song or Victoria Point) Transportation to other Provinces There are regular bus services to other provinces; Krabi, Phuket, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Hatyai, Departures are from Ranong Bus Terminal (near Esso Oil Station), Tel Rungkit Tour: Ranong-Chumpon/ Ranong-Phuket Tel ATTRACTIONS Amphoe Mueang Ranong (อ าเภอเม องระนอง) Rattana Rangsan Throne Hall (พระราชว งร ตนร งสรรค ) is located at the Rattana Rangsan foothill, Tambon Khao Niwet. This throne hall was re-built in memory of royal visits by 3 kings; namely, King Rama V the Great (1890), King Rama VI (1909), and King Rama VII (1928). It is an essential tourist spot of Ranong province, It was built of teakwood and iron wood. On display inside the throne hall include royal chambers of King Rama V (3 rd Fl.) and the Queen (2 nd Fl.), totally 6 rooms: a pentagon building, an audience hall, a connection bridge between the royal office area and the pentagon building, royal accessories, and lanterns. Open Tuesday-Sunday and official holiday from a.m p.m., Admission fee 100 Baht. For more information, please contact Mueang Ranong Municipality, Tel , , Governor s Residence (บ านค ายเจ าเม องหร อจวนเจ าเม องระนอง) is located on Rueangrat road. The Ranong Governor s Residence was constructed in the time of Phraya Damrong Sucharit Mahison Phakdi (Kho Su Chiang) after the Chinese Coolie Rebellion in This residence was declared a national ancient monument by the Fine Arts Department on 18 December, The fascinating part is the Na Ranong s Family Ancestors Shrine. Besides that, there is also a stone which was engraved with King Rama V s words. Open from a.m p.m. For more information, please contact Mr. Koson Na Ranong, Tel or Mueang Ranong Municipality, Tel , , Wat Suwan Khiri or Wat Na Mueang (ว ดส วรรณค ร -ว ดหน าเม อง) is located on Chat Chaloem road, Tambon Khao Niwet. It contains a Burmese style pagoda with 10 metres in height, which was built by a Burmese. Visitors can spend time to see a beautiful standing Buddha image clad in a decorated robe enshrined in the main ordination hall.

4 Raksawarin Hot Springs and Public Park (บ อน าร อนและสวนสาธารณะร กษะวาร น) is located on Chol Ra-u Road, Tambon Bangrin. In 1890, when King Rama V the Great visited Ranong, he named the road to the hot springs Thanon Chon Ra-u literally hot springs road. There are 3 natural spring pools called, Bo Pho (the Father), Bo Mae (the Mother), and Bo Luk (the Child). The temperature of the water in the pools remains constant at about 65 C. The water is both suitable for bathing, and the pools are also recommended for medical treatment. This pool is one of the various sources of water that was used to make the holy water for the Celebrations on the Auspicious Occasion of His Majesty the King s 5 th Cycle Birthday Anniversary in Moreover, surrounding the hot springs is a deep shaded forest called Raksawarin, where rest pavilions and wash rooms have been provided for the visitor s comfort. For more information, please contact Mueang Ranong Municipality Tel , To get there: From Mueang Ranong Municipality take Highway no (Chon Ra-u Road) around 1 km. the hot spring located on the right. Wat Hat Som Paen (ว ดหาดส มแป น) is located at Mu 3 Tambon Hat Som Paen. The interesting thing to visit is the plenty of Pla Phluang or Mahseer Barb; villagers believe that Pla Phluang is the venerated fish. Besides feeding the fish, visitors can also pay respect to the image of Luangpho Khlai who was much revered by southerners and passed away at this temple. To get there: From Ranong Municipality take Highway no (Chon Ra-u Road) around 9 km. The temple located on the left or 6 km. from Raksawarin Public Park. Ranong Canyon (ระนองแคนย อน) is located near Ban Thung Kha, Tambon Hat Som Paen, Ranong Canyon is one of the most suitable places for relaxing. It is surrounded by fascinating mountains and white stones which have been used for making sanitary ware. Visitors can feel the sunlight in the morning and spend time feeding various kinds of fish. To get there: Take Highway no the same route as Raksawarin Hot Springs and 3 km. from Wat Hat Som Paen. Lamnam Kra Buri National Park (อ ทยานแห งล าน ากระบ ร ) is located at 130 Mu 3 Ban Hin Chang, Tambon Paknam, covering an area of 2,061,278 rai in Amphoe Mueang Ranong, Amphoe Kra Buri and Amphoe La-un of Ranong province. Encompassing a moist everygreen forest area with biodiversity of flora and fauna, it was proclaimed a national park on 21 April 1999 Accommodation, camping ground and welfare shops are available nearby the Park s headquarters. Admission is 100 Baht. For more information, please contact Lamnam Kra Buri National Park Headquater Tel To get there: Take Highway No. 4 (Phetchakasem Road) and turn right at Km. 595 for approximately 1 km. to the Park. It is 18 km. from Ranong. Place of Interest in the National Park Khao Hin Chang Viewpoint (จ ดชมว วเขาห นช าง) overlooks the Kra Buri River, islands, mangrove forests, and the Republic of the Union of Myanmar. The distance to the viewpoint is about 5 km. and it is accessible both on foot and by car. Visitors should contact the Pak ranger for guidance. Kra Buri River or Park Chan River (แม น ากระบ ร หร อแม น าปากจ น) runs through the Park into the Andaman Sea and forms a natural border between Myanmar and Thailand. Cruising along the river is available to admire the scenery on both sides, which comprise mangrove forests, undulating mountains and 6 islands of intact mangrove forest in the middle of the river; namely, Ko Siat, Ko Khwang, Ko Yao, Ko Chon, Ko Pling, and Ko Nok Plao. Ko Yao and Ko Khwang, inparticular, are of

5 historical importance, as they used to be a stronghold of the Japanese army during World War II. A long tunnel was bored around the islands at that time to store armaments and serve as bunkers. Along the tunnel walls, there are small niches to hold lamps and candles and also sleeping spaces for soldiers. Visitors to Ko Yao and Ko Khwang are required to contact the Park ranger for guidance, as the entry into the tunnel may be obstructed by hide tide. A cruise for 10 people running for approximately 1 hour along the Kra Buri River is available at Tha Khrop and Tha Pho, which are piers located about 2 km. and 7 km. from the park headquarters, respectively. For more information, please Tel Namtok Punyaban (น าตกป ญญบาล) is located at Mu 1, Tambon Bang Non. Formerly known as Namtok Setkuat, this 20-metre high waterfall, visible on the right-hand side from the road. It is especially beautiful in the rainy season when a lot of water cascades down and splashes on the rocks below. There is a 300 m. nature trail with 2 more levels of the water along the routes; namely, Namtok Ton Mai Phai, the second level, and Namtok Ton Ton Foen, the third level. The ground level is suitable for recreation because there is a restaurants, souvenir shops and car park area provided for tourists. To get there: From Mueang Ranong Municipality take Highway No. 4 (Phetchakasem Road) until reaching Km The waterfall is on the roadside on the right. There are directional signs along the route. Phon Rang Hot Spring (บ อน าร อนพรร ง) is located at Mu 3 Ban Phon Rang, Tambon Ngao. Hot Spring is under the supervision of the Namtok Ngao National Park surrounded by hills and some natural water sources. Water from this hot spring has been used for medical treatment for tourists. Open during a.m p.m. Admission fee 100 Baht. Accommodation is available. For more information, please contact Tel , To get there: From Mueang Ranong Municipality take highway no. 4 around 12 km. and turn left another 2 km at Chaloemprakiet park. Phukhao Ya (Grass Hill) or Khao Hua Lan (Bald Hill) (ภ เขาหญ า หร อ เขาห วล าน) is located in Tambon Ngao. This hill is something of an anomaly, as it is completely treeless, being covered instead by a thick blanket of grass. From November-April the grass were dry and brown, but from May-October were green. To get there: From Mueang Ranong Municipality take highway no. 4 (the same route as Phon Rang Hot Spring) around 13 km. opposite site of Namtok Ngao National Park. Namtok Ngao National Park (อ ทยานแห งชาต น าตกหงาว) is located in Tambon La-un, Amphoe Mueang Ranong, Amphoe Sawi, Amphoe Thung Tako, Amphoe Lang Suan, and Amphoe Phato of Chumphon Province, Namtok Ngao National Park covers a total area of approximately 417,500 Rai. It was declared a national park on 3 June, The steep Ngao Waterfall can be seen from a great distance away because of its commanding height. The area is home to a unique endemic species of crab known as Pu Chao Fa. These crabs are easily recognised by their white bodies and dark purple mouths. They live in crevices or under dry leaves along the banks of the small creeks which run from the waterfall. For more information, please Tel , To get there: From Mueang Ranong Municipality, take Highway No. 4 (Ranong-Ratchakrut), for a distance of approximately 13 km., then turn left for another 2 km. Research and development of mangroves and coastal forests Ranong (ศ นย ว จ ยและพ ฒนา ทร พยากรป าชายเลนและชายฝ งจ งหว ดระนอง) is located at Mu 4, Tambon Ngao. This research centre is

6 located approximately 19 km. from Ranong s city. It has been declared a World Biosphere Reserve Zone by UNESCO. Mangrove nature trail with sign along 850 metres is provided. Many species of marine life come to the mangrove to mate, incubate their eggs, and care for their young offspring until they are strong enough to face the perils of the open sea. For more information Tel Namtok Ton Phet (น าตกโตนเพชร) is located at Mu 4, Tambon Ratchakrut. This 11-tiered waterfall is surrounded by moist evergreen forest with Ranong s highest Phota Chong Dong Mountains being the source of water; each tier of the falls cascades down boulders all year round. For visitors who want to visit, please contact the local villagers for guide directly. To get there: From Mueang Ranong Municipality take hightway no. 4 (Ranong Phang-nga route), turn left at Km. 641 for approximately 2 km., then take a walk for around 1.5 km. Governor s Cemetery (ส สานเจ าเม องระนอง) is located at Rakangthong hill, Tambon Bangnon. This Chinese cemetery of Phraya Rattanasetthi (Kho Su Chiang), Ranong s first governor, is situated on a piece of land dedicated by King Rama V the Great. There are 3 tiers of stone platform with steps leading up to the grave with antique granite sculptures of Chinese noblemen, horses, goats, and lions on both sides. To get there: 1 km. from Muang Ranong Municipality on Highway No (Ranong-Pak Nam). Ranong Customs Pier and The King s 80 th Birthday Anniversary Lighthouse (ประภาคาร เฉล มพระเก ยรต ๘๐ พรรษา) is located at Mu 5 Ban Khao Nang Hong, Tambon Paknam. This lighthouse was build on the occasion of His Majesty the King Rama IX 80 th Birthday Anniversary. It is part of port customs as eight-side shape, high 48.5 metres with nine floor. The top of lighthouse is 360 degree viewpoint of Andaman. Open during a.m p.m. Muko Ranong National Park (อ ทยานแห งชาต หม เกาะระนอง) is located at 192 Mu 4. Tambon Ngao, was formerly known as Muko Phayam National Park and renamed by the National Park, Wildlife and Plant Conservation Department on 23 February, It covers a coastal area, which in cludes everygreen forests, mangrove forests and beaches on Ko Bang Chak, Ko Yio, Ko Sai Dam etc, and an off-the-coast area, which includes Ko Chang, Ko Thalu, Ko Ta Khrut, Ko Mo, Ko Pring, Ko Rai, Ko Fai Mai etc. For information on renting a boat to these islands, please contact Muko Ranong National Park Tel , To get there: From Ranong take highway no. 4 (Phetchakasem Road), the Ranong Takua Pa route, approximately 14 km. to reach Tambon Ngao and turn right onto the Ban Lang-Hua Thanon route for about 4 km. to the Park s headquarters. Place of interest in the National Park Hat Hin Ngam (หาดห นงาม) is a beach on Ko Fai Mai (เกาะไฟไหม ), a small island covered with a moist everygreen forest located off the coast in the same direction as Ko Chang. It features a beach of round pebbles in various colors that glisten beautifully in the sunlight when washed by the waves. Hat Sai Dam (หาดทรายด า) is a beach on Ko Sai Dam (เกาะทรายด า), an island inhabited by a large century-old community earning a living from rubber plantation and fruit orchard. The island is scenic with forested and rocky topography, and features the outstanding Hat Sai Dam, which is a vast stretch of black sand beach formed by a deposit of rotten wood and mangrove leaves over a long period of time. There is also Leam Makham (แหลมมะขาม), a cape with an intact mangrove

7 ecosystem, offering a 4-km. nature trail. To the south of the island is located Ao Po (อ าวปอ), a serene inlet eith a scenic view of the mangrove forest. Hat Sai Daeng (หาดทรายแดง), a beach of brick red sand caused by a long-time deposit of decayed shells. To get there: From Ranong, follow highway no. 4 (Phetchakasem Road) on the Ranong-Ban Tha Chang route for a distance of 14 km., continue on the Ban Tha Chang-Tha Ton Son route for 3 km. and rent a boat from the villagers to the island, which takes 35 minutes. By bus: From Ranong Bus Terminal, Take the Ranong-Ban Tha Chang bus and connect to a local bus routeing Ban Tha Chang-Tha Ton Son. Ko Thalu (เกาะทะล ) features a pile of naturally-sculpted archways that form a stone bridge and beautiful corals around the island. Ko Chang (เกาะช าง) is located on the south west, 20 km. from Mueang Ranong Municipality. The island covers an area of 18 sq. km. The local people make their living by fishing, growing cashew nuts and stink beans or Sato, and farming rubber plantations. Moreover, Ko Chang is also home of the small-sized Oriental Pied Hornbills called Nok Kaek in Thai, which fly between Ko Chang and nearby islands. Various activities are available on Koh Chang; such as, trekking to hilltop viewpoints, sightseeing biking, herbal steam at Wat Koh Chang, hornbill watching, enjoy pure nature and the relaxed traditional spirit of the southern Thai people at Ko Chang. Accommodation are available. To get there: Ko Chang can be reached within 1 hour by a long-tail boat at Paknam Municipality pier. There are boats leaving for Ko Chang 3 times a day at a.m. / p.m. / pm., and on a return trip at a.m. / p.m. The long-tail boat fee starts at 200 Baht per person. For more information Tel , Ko Phayam (เกาะพยาม) has a total area of approximately 35 sq. km. and 4 km. from Ko Chang. Local people make their living on fishing, growing cashew nuts, and farming rubber. Ko Phayam has lots of good activities for tourists; such as, fishing, snorkeling, cycling, etc. There are tidal mangrove forests with lots of wildlife, including the local sea gypsy tribe; also on this island there are several resorts offering accommodation for visitors. The best period for travelling during November-May. To get there: Take a long-tail boat from Paknam Municipality Pier, take 2 hours, time starts at a.m./ p.m. The return time is a.m./ p.m./ p.m. Transfer fee 200 Baht/person. For speed boat take 45 minute, time start a.m p.m. The return time is a.m p.m. Tranfer fee 350 Baht/person. For more information, Tel , , Hat Chan Damri (หาดชาญด าร ) is located 9 km. from Mueang Ranong, along Highway No (Ranong Pak Nam). The small beach with the best good location for watching Ranong s sunsets. The beach is also a pier where tourists can travel to other islands in Andaman Sea offshore Ranong Province. Such as Victoria Point or Ko Song in Myanmar Victoria Point or Ko Song (ว คตอเร ยพอยท หร อ เกาะสอง) is a small town in southern part of Myanmar, Victoria Point. It takes around 15 minutes by a long-tail boat. Ko Song offers visitors a variety of local products, souvenirs such as wicker basketry, lacquer ware and gems. At this point you must inform the immigration authorities. For more information, please contact Ranong Immigration Bureau Tel

8 Amphoe Kra Buri Royal Initials Rocks (ศ ลาสล กพระปรมาภ ไธย) is located in Tambon Pak Chan, there is the Royal Initials Rock of King Rama V the Great. His initials "Cho Po Ro was inscribed on the rock during his royal visit to this place on 21 April, 1890, in an elephant and horse procession from Chumphon. On 7 March, 1959, King Rama IX and Queen Sirikit visited their subjects here and their royal initials "Pho Po Ro" and "So Ko" were carved on the rock as well. Kho Khot Kra or Kra Isthmus (คอคอดกระ หร อ ก วกระ) is located at Ban Thap Li, Tambon Mamu, at Km. 545 on Highway No. 4, 66 km. from town centre, the Kra Isthmus is the narrowest part of the Malay Peninsula, spanning merely 44 km. from the Gulf of Thailand on the east coast to the Andaman Sea on the west coast. There is a large concrete map to help orient visitors. The Kra Isthmus provides an excellent vantage point from which to see the Kra Buri River forming a natural border line between Thailand and Myanmar. Tham Phra Khayang (ถ าพระขยางค ) formerly known as Khao Yang, is located at Ban Lamliang. An old legend of Phra Khayang Cave links to the establishment of Kra Buri town. Deep inside the entrance for around 40 metres, there is a staircase leading upward to the top of the cave where some rare herbs are believed to have been planted. Visitors are recommended to take with them a candle or flashlight because of a large flock of bats inside. Besides that, every year during the Chinese New Year, a fair will be held for 3-7 days for people to pay respect to Buddha images inside the cave. To get there: 18 km. from Kra Buri town with a left turn from Phetchakasem Road (Ranong- Chumphon) for another 1 km. at Km Namtok Chum Saeng or Namtok Sai Rung (Chum Saeng Waterfall or Sai Rung Waterfall) (น าตกช มแสง หร อน าตกสายร ง) is located in Ban Pak Chan, Tambon Pak Chan. Sai Rung means a rainbow, and the waterfall was named after its powerful mass of water that splashes against rocks and causes a rainbow to appear. To get there: 80 km. from the city or 16 km. from Amphoe Kra Buri. It can be reached by travelling along Highway No. 4 and then turning left at Km for another 3 km. Gong Valley (ก องว ลเลย ) is located at 62/1 Mu 8, Tambon Nam Chuet, a hand-roasted coffee and agrotourism community enterprise It features a mixed plantation of fruit trees, para rubber, and coffee. Visitors can try their hand at roasting, grinding, and boiling their own coffee or sipping mild and fragrant coffee flower tea. In addition, homestay accommodation in the natural garden surroundings is also provided Tel , To get there: From Ranong, take highway no. 4 at Km , turn to the same direction as Namtok Bok Krai about 2 km. Namtok Bok Krai (Bok Krai Waterfall) (น าตกบกกราย) is located at Km on Highway No. 4, 3 km. from Kra Buri. There is a direction sign telling visitors to head for another 13 km. and 200-metre walk is a must to get to the waterfall. Bok Krai Waterfall has many steps with fascinating natural surroundings. Amphoe La-un Khao Fa Chi (เขาฝาช ) is located in Tambon Bang Kaeo, it was named Fa Chi" because of its resemblance to a traditional Thai food cover. On the top of the hill, visitors can see the fascinating scenery and sunsets, where Kra Buri and La-un Rivers meet.

9 To get there: 30 km. from Mueang Ranong Municipality. Take hightway no. 4 until Km. 580 and turn left around 3 km. Locomotive Graveyard (ส สานรถไฟโบราณ) is on the roadside of highway no. 4 near the bridge across the La-un River, approximately 30 km. form Ranong. The railway used to be part of the Kra Isthmus-Khao Fa Chi route used by the Japanese troops to transport armaments during WWII. Traces of war left from that period include the Andaman railway line, tunnel and bunkers, and headquarters of Japanese troops. There is also a border market every Sunday during 4.00 a.m a.m. For more information, please contact the La-un District Office at Tel and Bang Kaeo Subdistrict Administration Organisation Tel To get there: From Ranong Municipality, follow highway no.4 bound for Chumpon. Approximately 30 km. after crossing the bridge over Khlong La-un, near Km. 583, a directional sign to the Locomotive Graveyard will be visible on the right Japanese Troops Tunnel (อ โมงค หลบภ ยทหารญ ป น) is located about 1 km. from the Locomotive Graveyard, next to the Bang Kaeo Provincial Police Station. It was dug some 20 m. long and 1 m. wide into the hill. Tham Nam Lot (ถ าน าลอด) is a 2-floored complicated cave located at Mu 3, Tambon Nai Wong Tai. The upper floor features scenic stalamites and stalactites, and visitor can walk through to the other side of the cave where there is a cliff overlooking beautiful nature. The ground floor has a stream running through. For more information, please contact La-un Nuea Subdistrict Administration Organisation Tel , Hat Yai Hot Spring (บ อน าพ ร อนหาดยาย) is at Mu 2, Tambon Bang Phra Nuea, within the area of the Lamnam Kra Buri National Park. With temperatures ranging between degree Celsius, there are 4 pools of the hot spring, which include 2 concrete wells, a 3-m. long weir, and a pool surrounded with an earthen mound, as well as a hole of hot spring drilling. A mineral bath and soaking service is provided. A natue trial around the area is also available. To get there: From Amphoe La-un, take the Hat Yai-Bo Nam Ron (Hot Spring) route until reaching the Ban Bang Khun Phaeng Intersection and continue for some 6 km. to the hot spring. A distance of 38 km. from downtown of Ranong Amphoe Kapoe Laem Son National Park (อ ทยานแห งชาต แหลมสน) was declared a national park on 9 August, It covers a total area of 315 sq. km. or 196,875 rai, comprising coastal districts from Tambon Ratchakrut, Amphoe Mueang Ranong, southward via Tambon Muang Kluang, Tambon Kapoe, Tambon Bang Hin, Tambon Nakha, Tambon Kamphuan, Amphoe Kapoe, Ranong province, to Tambon Khura, Amphoe Khura Buri, Phang-nga province. It also covers islands in the Andaman Sea; such as, Ko Khang Khao and Mu Ko Kam. The National Park has two climates: rainy season during May-November and summer during December-April. There are interest in this National Park; such as, Hat Bang Ben (หาดบางเบน) A long and vast sandy beach, shaded by pine trees along the beach, it is where the National Park headquarters is located. Visitors will enjoy the scenic view of islands from here. Hat Laem Son (หาดแหลมสน) Only 4 km. next to Hat Bang Ben, a clean white sandy beach provides home for various kinds or birds. This place is best for bird-watching and camping.

10 Ko Khangkhao (เกาะค างคาว) A fine sandy beach island with Hat Hin Ngam (a gravel beach) in the north. It takes about 40 minutes to Bang Ben Beach by boat. Ko Kam Tok or Ao Khao Khwai (เกาะก าตก หร อ อ าวเขาควาย) has a curve-shaped inlet; tourists can see the bay that curves to nearly make a circle. A national park s ranger unit is located here to facilitate tourists. Travelling to Ko Kam Tok from Ko Khangkhao takes approximately 20 minutes by boat. To get there: From Ranong Municipality take Highway No. 4 (Ranong-Phang-nga) around 45 km. or 6 km. from Amphoe Kapoe, at Km. 657 with a right turn for another 10 km. Hat Praphat or Hat Hin Thung (หาดประพาส หร อ หาดห นท ง) is located at Mu 2 Tambon Kamphuan, approximately 90 km. from Ranong on Highway No. 4 (Ranong-Phang-nga), or 30 km. from Amphoe Kapoe with a right turn at Km. 702 into a dirt road for another 3 km. to the National Park s Ranger Unit. Hat Praphat is a large beach shaded by pine trees similar to Hat Bang Ben. Namtok La-ong Dao (น าตกละอองดาว) is located in Tambon Ban Na in part of the Khlong Nakha Wildlife Sanctuary. Surrounded by a verdant moist evergreen forest, it is renowned as a scenic waterfall of Ranong province, with a cascade of water splashing down a rocky cliff interspersed with green shrubs. The route to the waterfall is rather difficult. Visitors will have to wade through the stream and climb up a steep mountain, so they have to be strong and healthy. They also have to be well-prepared with trekking and camping gear like well-fitting clothes for water wading and mountain climbing, leech proof socks, hammock, flysheet, raincoat, water bottle, waterproof bag or backpack, etc. The trip may take 2 days and 1 night or 3 days and 2 nights, and trekkers are required to contact the Khlong Nakha Wildlife Sanctuary Tel to seek permission for guidance. To get there: From Amphoe Kapoe, take highway no. 4 for some 25 km., turn left at Km for 200 m. to reach the Khlong Nakha Wildlife Sanctuary headquarters to contact the ranger before continuing on for another 45 km. to the Ban Na Ranger Station to prepare for trekking to the waterfall. Amphoe Suk Samran Khlong Nakha Wildlife Sanctuary (เขตร กษาพ นธ ส ตว ป าคลองนาคา) is located about 25 km. from the district township at Km on Highway No. 4. Wildlife of different types and species are scattered all around this evergreen tropical forest, together with a beautiful waterfall Namtok Nueng Phan Met (1,000-metre Waterfall), making the sanctuary even more attractive for natureloving visitors. Addmission fee for Adult 200 Baht and children 100 Baht. For more information Tel Ban Thale Nok (บ านทะเลนอก) is located in Tambon Kamphuan, has the area approximately 44 sq. km., the livelihood of this Muslim community depends on natural resources in the mangrove area and on the self sufficiency basis. This Muslim community once received the Award of Outstanding Performance in the category of Ecotourism Attraction in the Thailand Tourism Awards The community knows how to manage the tourism site, treat, and control solid waste and environment as well as recycle the used products. Tourists will enjoy learning about mangrove ecosystem, local wisdom, and way of life. For information, please contact Ban Thale Nok at Tel:

11 To get there: From Mueang Ranong Municipality around 85 Km. Take highway no. 4 to Amphoe Suksamran until reach to Thairath Wittayakom School and turn right around 5 Km. INTERESTING ACTIVITIES Ecotourism การท องเท ยวเช งน เวศน Cruising along the Kra Buri River (ล องแพแม น ากระบ ร ) is located in Tambon Pak Chan Amphoe Kra Buri. Along the way, visitors will spend time to see the riverside life of two countries, Thailand and Myanmar. The perfect time for visiting the river is during January-April. Ban Hat Sai Dam (บ านหาดทรายด า) is located in Tambon Ngao, Amphoe Mueang Ranong. This small fisherman village have many interesting activities include a homestay, snorkelling, mangrove forest sightseeing, and spending time to watch dolphins. Ban Muang Kluang Muslim Homestay (ม สล มโฮมสเตย บ านม วงกลวง) is located in Tambon Muang Kluang, Amphoe Kapoe, the homestay is operated by the community of local fishermen. Interesting activities are snorkelling along the Andaman Coast, kayaking in Ao Khao Khwai (Khao Khwai Bay), a homestay with the Muslim people, and bird watching. For more information, Tel Health Tourism การท องเท ยวเช งส ขภาพ Siam Hot Spa (สยามฮอทสปา): It is located in Raksawarin Public Park. Siam Hot Spa has gathered all facilities for the customer; such as, hot spring Jacuzzi, sauna, Thai massage, facial massage, and fitness centre. Open Monday-Friday a.m p.m. Saturday-Sunday a.m p.m. For more information or reservations, Tel Chao Ruean Spa (ศ นย ส งเสร มส ขภาพเจ าเร อนสปา) This is a medical centre in Ranong Hospital. All essential medical treatments are provided; such as, foot massage, body massage with Thai herbs, oil massage, facial spa, and water therapy in the hot spring pools. Open Monday-Friday a.m p.m. Saturday-Sunday a.m p.m. For more information, Tel , Tinidee Hotel (โรงแรมท น ด ): A 5-star hotel of Ranong, where 138 guest rooms feature natural mineral water from hot springs and first-class facilities. Soak up the goodness of the region at the resort s own spa with a mineral water pool offering a variety of spa treatments. There is also a large swimming pool for the ultimate in relaxation by day. For more information, Tel , MAJOR EVENTS Phra Khayang Cave Gilding Fair (งานประเพณ ข นถ าพระขยางค ) This festival was arranged during the Chinese New Year (February) for 3 days of every year. There are some interesting activities consisting of giving alms to Buddhist priests, bathing Buddha images, 9 temples tour, and visiting the natural hot spring pools. For more information Tel , Cashew Nut Festival (งานกาหย ) takes place on Ko Phayam in February, which is the harvest season of ripened Kayu or cashew nuts, and features exhibitions and contests of agricultural produce; such as, cashew nut contest, Lep Mue Nang banana contest, and also sales of agricultural products. For more information, please contact Mueang Ranong Municipal Office Tel , ,

12 Mineral Baths with Ranong s Scenic Views (งานอาบน าแร แลระนอง) is held during the first week of March at the multi-purpose ground in front of the Mueang Ranong Municipal Office. Main activities include a mineral water consecration ceremony, exhibitions by various organizations, tourism activities, booth display by tourism agencies, tourism route designing, and evening performances. For more information, please contact Mueang Ranong Municipal Office Tel , , The Mineral Water and Songkran Festival (งานเทศกาลสงกรานต น าแร แช น าศ กด ส ทธ ) The event starts in the time of the Songkran Festival during April of every year. Visitors can enjoy cultural shows and visit the famous hot spring pools and temples in Ranong province. For more information, please contact Mueang Ranong Municipality Office, Tel Ranong Province Conferring Anniversary Ceremony (งานว นสถาปนาเม องระนอง) is held in 21 July every year in front of the Mueang Ranong Municipality Office. There are plenty of souvenirs and preserved seafood shops. For more information, contact Mueang Ranong Municipality Office at Tel: Buddha Image Boat Procession and Races (งานเสด จพระแข งเร อ อ าเภอกระบ ร ) Held cooperatively by Thai and Burmese people during the 1 st 3 rd days of the waning moon of the 11 th lunar month, the event features a Buddha image boat competition. Boats will be decorated to carry Buddha images and float in a procession along the Kra Buri River, near the Kra Isthmus, passing by riverside communities. There will be a boat song contest and boat races as well as other forms of entertainment in front of the Kra Buri District Office. For more information Tel LOCAL PRODUCTS Ranong is renowned for its preserved seafood; such as, dried shrimps, shrimp paste, as well as cashew nut and dumplings. Other souvenirs; such as, bags and artificial flowers are also available. All mentioned are available at the following shops. Cashew Nut (เม ดมะม วงห มพานต ) is the main economic plant of Ranong. The main production village is located at Ban Ko Chang, Tambon Ko Phayam. They can produce a great amount of cashew nuts, which can be easily found and purchased at Ko Chang, Ko Phayam, and any local shops: Nareerat shop Tel , Preecha shop Tel , Nam Heng shop Tel Muk Amornsilp Tel or Salapao Thap Li (Thap Li Dumplings) (ซาลาเปาท บหล ) : Thap Li is the name of a small village in Amphoe Kra Buri. Visitors can buy Salapao Thap Li at shops on both side of Phetchakasem Road; such as, Hun Yok Yuan, Tel Khao Man Kai Thap Li, Tel Preserved Seafood (ผล ตภ ณฑ อาหารทะเลแปรร ป) Such as shrimp paste is available at the market or souvenir shops around Ranong. Pearl and Products from Shell (ม กและส งประด ษฐ จากเปล อกหอย) Available at Raksawarin Park, Namtok Punyaban and the airport.

13 FACILITIES Accommodations (**REMARK: The room rates mentioned are subject to change without notice. Please contact the hotel before making the reservation.) Amphoe Mueang Ranong Asia (เอเซ ย) 39/9 Rueang Rat Road, Tambon Khao Niwet, Tel , , 28 rooms: Baht. Ban Rim Than (บ านร มธาร) 29 Mu 2, Tambon Hat Som Paen, Tel Fax : , 12 rooms: 350-1,500 Baht. Ban Choeng Khao Resort (บ านเช งเขา ร สอร ท) 26/25 Mu 1, Phetchakasem Road, Tel , , 33 rooms: 890-2,500 Baht. Ban Bu-nga Resort (บ านบ หงา ร สอร ท) 39/1 Mu 2, Hat Som Paen, Tel , , 7 rooms: Baht. Ban Da Lha (บ านดาหลา) 323/5, Tambon Khao Niwet, Tel , , 13 rooms: Baht. Ban Phak Bo Nam Ron Phon Rang (บ านพ กบ อน าร อนพรร ง) Mu 3, Phetchakasem Road Tambon Bang Rin, Tel: , , 10 rooms: 700-1,000 Baht. Ban Rim Tarn (บ านร มธาร) 29 Mu 2, Tambon Hat Som Paen, Tel , 12 rooms: 350-1,500 Baht. Ban Suan Sam Leam Resort (บ านสวนสามแหลม ร สอร ท) 170 Mu 5, Tambon Paknam, Tel , , 10 rooms: 1,200-2,500 Baht. Ban Suk San (บ านส ขส นต ) 2/102 Mu 1, Tambon Bang Rin, Tel: , , 28 rooms: Baht. B.C. Andaman Resort (บ ซ อ นดาม น ร สอร ท) 78/127 Mu 5, Tambon Pak Nam, Tel: , , 29 rooms: 900 Baht. B.C Badin Resort (บ ซ บด นทร ร สอร ท) 136/10 Mu 5, Tambon Paknam, Tel , , , 35 rooms: 1,000-1,600 Baht. Blue Sky Resort Koh Payam (บล สกาย ร สอร ท เกาะ พยาม) 170 Mu 5, Tambon Pak Nam, Tel , , 15 rooms: 5,000 10,000 Baht. Eiffel & Spa (ไอเฟล แอนด สปา) 160/1-14 Mu 3, Phetchakasem Road, Tambon Bang Rin, Tel: , , 37 rooms: Baht. Farm House (ฟาร ม เฮ าส ) 311/1 Tambin Khao Niwet, Tel , , 52 rooms: 600-1,480 Baht. Homestay Lung Sen (โฮมสเตย ล งแสน) 9/9 Mu 1 Tambon Hat Som Paen, Tel , , Jansom Beach Resort (จ นทร สม บ ช ร สอร ท) 135 Mu 5, Hat Chan Damri, Tambon Pak Nam, Tel: , , 25 rooms: Baht. Khao Nang Hong Resort (เขานางหงษ ) 123/6 Mu 5 Praya Rattana Setthi Road, Tambon Paknam, Tel , , , 10 rooms: 890-2,500 Baht. Le Ranong Bistro Hotel (เลอ ระนอง บ สโทร) 140/10 Tha Mueang Road, Tambon Khao Niwet, Tel , , 24 rooms : 690-1,090 baht.

14 Le Sarin Chalet Ranong (เลอ สร น ชาเลย ระนอง) 306 Rueang Rat Road, Tel: , 21 rooms: Baht. Luang Poj Boutique Hostel (หลวงพจน บ ต ค โฮสเทล) 183 Rueang Rat Road, Tambon Khao Niwet, Tel , , 8 rooms: 600 Baht. Mu Ko Ranong National Park (อ ทยานแห งชาต หม เกาะระนอง) 192 Mu 4, Tambon Ngao, Tel: , 10 rooms: 1,200 Baht. Namtok Ngao National Park (อ ทยานแห งชาต น าตกหงาว) 76/5 Mu 1, Phetchakasem Road, Tambon Ngao, Tel: rooms: 600-1,000 Baht. Non Ranong Boutique Hotel (นอนระนอง บ ต ค โฮเต ล) 11/3 Mu 3, Tambon Ngao, Tel , , 10 rooms: Baht. Numsai Khaosuay Resort Ranong (น าใส เขาสวย ร สอร ท ระนอง) 14/19 Phoem Phon Road, Tambon Khao Niwet, Tel , www. numsaikhaosuay.com, 28 rooms: 2,300-5,600 Baht. Pathu Resort (พธ ร สอร ท) 29/5 Phetchakasem Road, Tambon Bang Rin, Tel: , , rooms: 890-1,500 Baht. Petch Ranong at Town (เพชรระนอง แอท ทาวน ) 999 Taveesinka Road, Tambon Bangnon, Tel , , 890-1,890 Baht. Phloenchai (เพล นใจ) 2/30 Mu 1, Phetchakasem Road, Tambon Bang Rin, Tel: , , 26 rooms: Baht. Phutara Resort Ranong (ภ ธารา ร สอร ท ระนอง) 29/25 Soi Phetchakasem 13, Tambon Bang Non, Tel , rooms: 800-3,500 Baht. P.P. Ranong (พ พ ระนอง) 27/83 Mu 5, Chaloemprakiet Road, Tambon Bang Rin, Tel: , , 24 rooms: Baht. Ranong River View (ระนอง ร เวอร ว ว) 116/33 Mu 2, Tambon Bang Rin, Tel ,800-2,00 Baht. Rom Mai Rim Nam Resort (ร มไม ร มน า ร สอร ท) 108/5 Mu 2, Tambon Bang Rin, Tel , , 15 rooms: 650-1,200 Baht. Suta House Bungalow (ส ตา เฮ าส บ งกะโล) 311/6 Rueang Rat Road, Tambon Khao Niwet, Tel: , , 20 rooms: Baht. Suea Ten Resort (เส อเต น ร สอร ท) 220/14 Mu 2, Tambon Ngao, Tel: , , 4 rooms: 450 Baht. Thanatnan Palace (ธน ตต น นท พาเลซ) 16/7-8 Chon Ra-u Road, Tel: , , 42 rooms: Baht. Than Sila Resort (ธารศ ลา ร สอร ท) 129/2 Mu 1, Phetchakasem Road, Tambon Bang Rin, Tel: , , Bangkok Office Tel: , 23 rooms: 700-1,600 Baht. Tinidee Hotel (ท น ด ) 41/144 Tha Mueang Road, Tambon Khao Niwet, Tel , , 188 rooms: 1,800 7,000 Baht. The Apple Ranong (ด แอ ปเป ล ระนอง) 333 Mu 2, Tambon Bang Bon, Tel , 21 rooms: Baht. The B Ranong Trend Hotel (เดอะ บ ระนอง เทรนด โฮเต ล) 165/2 Tambon Khao Niwet, Tel , 23 rooms: 1,100-1,800 Baht. The Hidden Resort (เดอะ ฮ ทเด น ร สอร ท) 145/94 Mu 4, Tambon Bangnon, Tel , 8 rooms: 4,200-8,500 Baht.

15 Ko Chang (เกาะช าง) Ao Lek (อ าวเล ก) Ao Lek Bungalow (อ าวเล ก บ งกะโล) Ao Lek, Mu 2, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel : , 8 rooms: Baht. Chang Thong Bungalow (ช างทอง บ งกะโล) 121 Mu 2, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel: , , 13 rooms: Baht. Ao Kieang (อ าวเก ยง) Hornbill Bungalow (ฮอร นบ ล บ งกะโล) 1/44 Mu 2, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel: , 8 rooms: Baht. Sea Eagle Bungalow (ซ อ เก ล บ งกะโล) 1/53 Mu 2, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel: , , 10 rooms: Baht. Ao Yai (อ าวใหญ ) Cashew Resort (แคทช ร สอร ท) 1/43, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , , 40 rooms: Baht. Chang Tong Resort (ช างทองร สอร ท) 121 Mu 2, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , , 18 rooms: Baht. Frog Beach House (ฟรอก บ ช เฮ าส ) 15/6 Mu 1, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , , 17 rooms: 250-2,100 Baht. Full Moon Bungalow (ฟ ลม น บ งกะโล) 2/12 Mu 2, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel: , , 11 rooms: Baht. Golden Bee Bungalow (โกลเด นบ บ งกะโล) 1/39 Mu 2, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , , 23 rooms: Baht. Ko Chang Resort (เกาะช างร สอร ท) 2/3 Mu 2, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , , 17 rooms: 200-1,000 Baht. Nature View Bungalow (เนเจอร ว ว บ งกะโล) 2/10 Mu 2, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , , 9 rooms: Baht. Paradise Bungalow (พาราไดซ บ งกะโล) 3 Mu 2, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel: , 11 rooms: Baht. Sawasdee Resort (สว สด ร สอร ท) 2/25 Mu 2, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , , , 12 rooms: Baht. Sunset Bungalow (ซ นเซ ท บ งกะโล) 1/47 Mu 2, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , 15 rooms: Baht. Ao Ta Deang (อ าวตาแดง) Crocodile Rock Bungalow (คร อกโคไดล ร อค บ งกะโล) 2/23 Mu 2, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel: , 6 rooms: Baht. Eden Bungalow (อ เดน บ งกะโล) 1/49 Mu 2, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel: , 7 rooms: Baht. Lae Tawan Bungalow (แลตะว น บ งกะโล) 119/2 Mu 2, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , , 18 rooms: Baht.

16 Mama s Bungalow (มามาส บ งกะโล) 119 Mu 2, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel: , , 14 rooms: 350-3,000 Baht. Suan Po Bungalow (สวนปอ บ งกะโล) 1/2 Mu 2, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , 17 rooms: Baht. Ta Daeng Bay (ตาแดงเบย ) 2/54 Mu 2, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , , , 11 rooms: Baht. Ko Phayam (เกาะพยาม) Ao Hin Khao (อ าวห นขาว) PP Land Bungalow (พ พ แลนด บ งกะโล) 7/20 Mu 1, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , 18 rooms: Baht. Ao Khao Kwai (อ าวเขาควาย) Ban Klong Kleng (บ านโคลงเคลง) 7 Mu 1, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , rooms: 800-1,500 Baht. Bhu Pa Lay Resort (ภ ผาเล ร สอร ท) 102 Mu 1, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , 5 rooms: 480-1,300 Baht. Buffalo Bay Vacation Club (บ ฟฟาโล เบย วาเคช นคล บ) 51/3 Mu 1, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , rooms: 1,200 3,500 Baht. Chan Home Bungalow (ชาญโฮม บ งกะโล) 31/13 Mu 1, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , 7 rooms: 300-1,500 Baht. Chomjan Bungalow (ชมจ นทร บ งกะโล) 5/4 Mu 1, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , , 11 rooms: 1,000-1,500 Baht. Golden Key Bungalow (ก ญแจทอง บ งกะโล) 14/4 Mu 1, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , , 15 rooms: 300-1,000 Baht. Heaven Beach Eco Resort and Art (เฮฟเว นบ ช อ โค ร สอร ท แอนด อาร ท) 47/10 Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , 10 rooms: 1,500-3,000 Baht. Jansom Bungalow (จ นทร สม บ งกะโล) 12/12 Mu 1, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , , 50 rooms: Baht. Keb Tawan Resort (เก บตะว น ร สอร ท) 1/13 Mu 1, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , 8 rooms: 600 Baht. Ko Phayam Contact Bungalow (เกาะพยาม คอนแทค บ งกะโล) 7/14 Mu 1, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , 9 rooms: 700-1,500 Baht. Lotus Bungalow (โลต ส บ งกะโล) 51 Mu 1, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , 14 rooms: 1,000-2,000 Baht. Phayam Beach Resort (พยาม บ ช ร สอร ท) Mu 1, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , , 12 rooms: Baht. Phayam Cabana Bungalow (พยาม คาบาน า บ งกะโล) 51/1 Mu 1, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , , 11 rooms: 500-1,300 Baht. Phayam Cottage Resort (พยาม ค อทเทจ ร สอร ท) 69/1 Mu 1, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , rooms: 1,800-,4,500 Baht.

17 Rabbit Bungalow (แรบบ ท บ งกะโล) 75 Mu 1, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , 13 rooms: 500-1,000 Baht. Sai Thong Bungalow (สายทอง บ งกะโล) Mu 1, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , 9 rooms: Baht. Vijit Bungalows (ว จ ตร บ งกะโล) 7/8 Mu 1, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , , 35 rooms: 300-1,500 Baht. Ao Mae Mai (อ าวแม หม าย) Andamanburi Resort (อ นดาม นบ ร ร สอร ท) 1/12 Mu 1, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel: , , 10 rooms: 1,000-3,000 Baht. Blueskyresort (Office) 170 Mu 5, Tambon Pak Nam, Tel , , 19 rooms: 4,000 5,000 Baht. Ao Muk (อ าวม ก) Ko Phayam Resort (เกาะพยาม ร สอร ท) 35 Mu 1, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , , 15 rooms: 500-2,500 Baht. Ao Yai (อ าวใหญ ) Ao Yai Bungalow (อ าวใหญ บ งกะโล) 31 Mu 1, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , , 25 rooms: Baht. Bamboo Bungalow (แบมบ บ งกะโล) 56 Mu 1, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , www.bamboo-bungalows.com, 40 rooms: 250-1,500 Baht. Ban Suan Kayu (บ านสวนกาหย ) 15 Mu 1, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , , , 10 rooms: Baht. Big Tree Bungalow (บ กทร บ งกะโล) 31/5 Mu 1, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , , 19 rooms: 300-1,000 Baht. Cede Boutique Beach Resort (เซเด บ ต ค บ ช ร สอร ท) 60 Mu 1, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , 15 rooms: 1,500-2,000 Baht. Friend Bungalow (เฟรนด บ งกะโล) 75 Mu 1, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , , 12 rooms: 500-1,000 Baht. Hornbill (ฮอร นบ ล) 53 Mu 1, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel: , , 17 rooms: 500-1,000 Baht. Ko Phayam Sanctuary (เกาะพยาม แซงจ ร ) 77 Mu 1, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel bungalow: 10,000 Baht. Lazy Hut (เลซ ฮ ท) Mu 1, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , , 25 rooms: 500-1,500 Baht. Phayam Coconut Beach Resort (พยาม โคโคน ท บ ช ร สอร ท) 14 Mu 1, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , , , 25 rooms: 800-1,500 Baht. Phayam Lodge (พยาม ลอดจ ) 97 Mu 1, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , , 8 rooms: 1,400-23,900 Baht. Silver Sand Phayam Resort (ซ ลเวอร แซนด พยาม ร สอร ท) 31/8 Mu 1, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , , 13 rooms: 400-1,000 Baht.

18 Sea Eagle Bungalow (ซ อ เก ล บ งกะโล) 1/53 Mu 2, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel: , , 10 rooms: Baht. Star Light Bungalow (สตาร ไลท บ งกะโล) 84/6 Mu 1, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , , 18 rooms: 700-2,000 Baht. Ko Kam (เกาะขาม) Ko Kham Bungalow (เกาะขาม บ งกะโล) Mu 1, Tambon Ko Phayam, Tel , 8 rooms: Baht. Amphoe Kraburi Kong Valley (ก อง ว ลเล ย ) 62/1 Mu 8, Tel , , 7 rooms: Baht. Kraburi Bungalow (กระบ ร บ งกะโล) 111/1-6 Tel , 12 rooms: Baht. Kung Nam Resort (ค งน า ร สอร ท) 1/5 Mu 7, Tambon Mamu, Tel , , 21 rooms: Baht. Punnika Resort (ป ณณ กา ร สอร ท) 139 Mu 4, Tel , 7 rooms: Baht. Amphoe La-un Ban din Khao Fa Chi (บ านด นเขาฝาช ) 22/6 Mu 4, Tambon Bang Kaeo, Tel , , 4 rooms: Baht. Amphoe Kapoe Andaman Beach Resort (อ นดาม นบ ช ร สอร ท) 11/2 Mu 4 Tambon Muang Kluang, Tel , , 13 rooms: 400-1,000 Baht. Ban Rai I Arun (บ านไร ไออร ณ) 21 Mu 7, Tambon Kapoe, Tel , 3 Bungalow: 500-1,000 Baht. D D Resort (ด ด ร สอร ท) 5 Mu 1, Tambon Kapoe, Tel , , 16 rooms: Baht. Wasana Resort (วาสนาร สอร ท) 36/9 Mu 4, Tambon Muang Kluang, Tel , , 7 rooms: Baht. Ranong Resort & Laguna (ระนอง ร สอร ท แอนด ลาก น า) 50/3 Mu 3, Tambon Muang Kluang, Tel , , 24 rooms: Baht. Amphoe Suksamran I Inn Resort (อ ยอ นน ร สอร ท) 28/15 Mu 2, Tambon Kampuan, Tel , , 29 rooms: 350-1,800 Baht. Restaurants Amphoe Mueang Ranong Bung Gee Roti (บ งก โรต อาหร บ) 90/14 Mu 2 Soi Pakdee, Tambon Bang Non, Tel , Open: a.m p.m.