05/10/2015
RAYONG & SAMED ISLAND: Located approximately 220 kilometers from Bangkok, Rayong is another delightful seaside province on Thailand’s eastern Gulf coast. Most of Rayong Province is marked by mountains interspersed by flat plains and large tracts of fruit plantations and forests. However, the province is most well known for its pristine beaches stretching along its 100-kilometer coastline and its scenic waterfalls set amidst exotic surroundings. Aside from these natural attractions, Rayong produces an abundance of seafood products, such as shrimp paste, fish sauce, and dried seafood, and grows a number of tropical fruits of which rambutan, mangosteen and durian are the most famous. Boasting indispensable sea-life resources, Rayong is one of the country’s major agricultural and industrial provinces. On the other hand, the province has maintained its traditions and customs in the daily lifestyles of the locals. Most renowned for its quiet and unspoiled beaches, including Samed Island National Marine Park, Rayong is a popular beach getaway destination for Bangkok residents and a renowned producer of seafood related goods.
Samed Island is a popular attraction for sea lovers because it is not far from Bangkok and the transportation links are quite easy. This island is about 6.5 kilometers from Ban Phe. Travelling to Samed Island is quite convenient. Tourists can experience a diverse atmosphere and activities. The shape of the island is triangular with the base of the triangle is on the north. There are various beautiful bays, mountains, a flat area along the beach and a village of on the north east of the island. The reason why this island is called Samed Island, is there are a lot of white and red Eugenia (Samed trees) here. If you like quiet and uncrowed places, Samed Island is a good choice. Sai Kaew Beach is very famous with both Thai and foreign tourists because there are various stylish resorts, restaurants, and bars. Tourists who like plenty of entertainment will enjoy Sai Kaew Beach because it offers all-day activities.
Prao Bay is opposite Sai Kaew Beach. It is a private, peaceful, and shady area. The sea is so clear and welcoming to all to experience the pleasures of nature. The most attractive thing here is the most beautiful sunsets. Wong Duen Bay is another highlight of Samed Island because the shape of this bay is curved in a beautiful crescent. The sand is so soft. This is the center of resorts, restaurants, and water activities.
If you want to visit some of the more remote beaches, you will have to take a boat. Most of the beaches are on the east of Samed Island. Each beach is located in a cove. If you take a boat from the north traveling to the south, you will see these beaches in order which are: Sai Kaew Beach, Hin Klong Beach, Klong Phai Beach, Putsa Bay, Tubtim Bay, Nuan Bay, Cho Bay, Kok Bay, Thian Bay, Wai Bay, Kio Bay, Kio Na Nok Bay, and Karang Bay. Each attraction is unique. The weather on Samed Island is temperate. Around May, it is stormy and the sea choppy. The rains start in August.
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