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Mu Ko Ang Thong National Park, Thailand
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Mu Ko Ang Thong is a marine national park in the Gulf of Thailand located 31 km. west of Samui, Thailand. The parks consists of 42 separate islands, the principle islands being; Phaluai, Wua Ta Lap, Mae Ko, Sam Sao, Hin Dap, Nai Phut and Phai luak. Most of the islands consists of limestone mountains about 10-400 meters above sea level. The eroded limestone gives the islands many usual looking caves and cliffs.
Sea kayaking and sailing offers perhaps the best way of appreciating the islands' rugged coastlines, sandy coves and hidden bays, beaches and caves.
The best time to visit the islands are between February and April, the temperature is quite hot but the sea is calm suitable for sailing. During monsoon season (November and December) the Gulf of Thailand always have big waves and is windy.
The northern tip of Ko Phaluai is also part of the marine park. There is a ranger station, bungalows, shop and restaurant at Ko Wua Talap at Ao Phi.
The park was established on November 12, 1980.
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