RAYONG
THING TO SEE AND DO
Ban Phe
Ban Phe, 22 kilometers from town, is a busy fishing port and
the center of local marine produce. The town of Ban Phe is
characterised by narrow streets of shops and houses, It is
a stopping off points for tourists en route to the island
of Ko Samet. Boats leave regularly for the island from the
piers. Shop in the main street stock a wide variety of marine
produce and many souvenirs and trinkets fashioned from shells
of different shades and sizes. Ko Samet or Ko Kaew Phisadan
It is the most well-known attraction of Rayong offers beautiful
beaches with charming white sand, strange-shape rocks, suitable
relaxation, water sporting, exploring the coral reefs beneath
the sea. Ko Samet is located some 6.5 kilometers from Ban
Phe. There are boat services available all day and many kinds
of accommodation there.
Ko
Kudee
It lies approximately 6 kilometers offshore. Besides Ko Kudee
there are two smaller islands, one is Ko Khangkhao and another
is Ko Ruesee Cave. All three islands lie a little to the east
of Ko Samet. The islands have beautiful natural landscapes
and ringed by fine beaches which are ideal for swimming and
camping on.
Wang Kaew
This is agreeably one of the most picturesque part of the
east coast and used to be the most famous tourist spot. Wang
Kaew is a beautifully landscaped headland with a fine beach
and accommodation available in cottages and bungalows. It
is 38 kilometers from town
Suan Son Park
It is 1 kilometer from Ban Phe and also know as the Casuarina
(pine) gardens. These splendid tress line both verges of the
road for a distance of 1 kilometer. It is a popular picnic
place with ahady areas.
Laem Mae Phim
At KM. 26 on the coastal road between Ban Phe and Klaeng,
48 kilometers from town, is Laem Mae Phim. This is a popular
beach attracts Thai tourists. There are many bungalows for
rent at the site and along the roadside there are vendors
selling a wide range of product. Such as fruits, coconuts,
fried squid and skeweres oysters, Boats can be hired to visit
the nearby Ko Mun island group.
Mun
Islands
Lying off the coast near Kram is the Ko Mun island group which
consists of three islands, namely Ko Mun Nai, Ko Mun Klang
and Ko Mun Nok which mean inner, middle and outer Mun islands.
These islands are located about 5 kilometers off Laem Mae
Phim and take about 50 minutes to reach by boat. The cost
is about 500 baht per round trip. The islands are worth while
exploring, each one having fine sandy beaches which offer
secluded sports for sunbathing or swimming.
The Khao Chamao - Khao Wong
National Park
It is about 17 kilometers off the main highway at KM. 274,
76 kilometers from Rayong and abounds with various types of
trees and plants, as well as species highly valued as decorative
plants. The Khao Chamao waterfall has eight levels.
It is not too difficult to reach the top.
Khao Wong Caves
To reach Khao Wong take the turning at KM. 288 on the Sukhumvit
Road and travel a distance of 12 kilometers to find the caves.
At Khao Wong, there are about 60 caves around the base of
the mountain, many of the cave are occupied by Buddhist monks,
and one has been turned into a shrine with a replica of the
Buddha's footprint.
Payoon and Pala Beach
Located in Ban Chang district about 33 and 36 kilometers Natural
Beauty Historical Sites Other Attractions respectively from
Rayong Town. Both beaches are connected, peaceful and eminently
suitable for swimming. Here visitors have choice of accommodation
from luxurious hotel to economy bungalows.
Payoon
and Pala Beach
Located in Ban Chang district about 33 and 36 kilometers Natural
Beauty Historical Sites Other Attractions respectively from
Rayong Town. Both beaches are connected, peaceful and eminently
suitable for swimming. Here visitors have choice of accommodation
from luxurious hotel to economy bungalows.
Dok Krai Reservoir
Located in Pluak Daeng district, 35 kilometers from Rayong
Town. This is the center of development projects under the
advice of H.M.King Bhumipol Adulyadej on agriculture, fishery,
irrigation, land and farm animals. The reservoir covers 20,000
rais of land, is surrounded by the natural beauty ideal for
relaxing, camping and educational tour.
Mae Rumphueng Beach
The beach, some 10 kilometers long, is located between Ban
Tapong and Ban Kon Ao,11 kilometers from town, and sited within
the Khao Laem Yah - Ko Samet Group National Park. This is
a particularly beautiful spot with a headland forming a magnificent
backdrop to a crescent shaped bay with broad sandy beaches
which are ideal for swimming.
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