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Mu Ko Lanta Marine National Park, 1 hour and 30 minutes east by daily boat from Phi Phi Don, comprises many islands, several fringed with spectacular coral reefs. The major island, Ko Lanta, is increasingly favoured by those who seek idyllic peace and tranquillity. Resort accommodation is available on the north-western coastline. The 26- kilometre-long island, from 4 to 6 kilometres wide, contains many unspoiled beaches with golden sands and rugged headlands. The park office on the southern extremity of the island, and accessible only by boat, is situated near the homes of local Andaman Sea itinerants known as Chao Lay, or sea gypsies, who sustain themselves largely by fishing, particularly for crustaceans.
ARGELY OF WATERFALLS & CAVES
Travellers 'suffering' from a surfeit of the traditional pleasures of 'sea, sand'n sun' can delight in several inland destinations comprising largely national parks and caves.
Khao Khanap Nam, reached by longtail boat from the provincial capital's pier, has a cave filled with stalactites and stalagmites.
Tam Sua ( Tiger Cave ), some 9 kilometres from the provincial capital, houses a meditation monastery of the same name. The complex is noteworthy for an eclectic mixture of Thai Buddhist and Chinese statuary.
Khao Phanom Bencha National Park, covering approximately 50 square kilometres, is characterised by forested mountains, streams and waterfalls, and can be reached by a 30-minutes drive from the provincial capital.
Two Waterfalls, Namtok Huai Sad and Nomtok Huai To, number among major park attractions. A popular cave, Tam Khao Phung, is filled with stalagmites and stalactites.
Nature lovers will also enjoy the Than Bok Korani Arboretum, some 40 minutes from the provincial capital. A natural reservoir supports hundreds of birds and provides an idel setting for leisure activities such as picnics and swimming.

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