Things to do in Ko Tarutao Marine National Park
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Ko Tarutao Marine National Park
Like with any good secret, it’s only a matter of time before someone lets the cat out of the bag. In this case, that someone was a producer from Survivor, America’s eminent reality show, who chose this stunning marine park for the fifth instalment of the hit series. Fortunately, stringent Thai law has protected Ko Tarutao Marine National Park from preying developers – the national park is still one of the most exquisite and unspoiled regions in Thailand. The massive archipelago features myriad coral reefs, and 51 islands covered with well-preserved virgin rainforest teeming with dusky langurs, crab-eating macaques, mouse deer, wild pigs, sea otters, fishing cats, wate…
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Aroy
True to its name ( aroy means ‘delicious’), this popular Thai restaurant sits along the inland road connecting Sunrise and Pattaya Beaches. The sign is small so you might have to ask around, but you’ll be happy you made the effort once you sample the dishes.
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Café Lipe
A local breakfast legend, the Swiss-run Café Lipe whips up stellar morning repasts – the unfinishable muesli topples over with fresh fruit and colourful grains. A group of brand-new bamboo bungalows (500B; no running water) squats in the backyard.
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Toe-Boo Cliff
Next to the visitors centre at Ao Pante Malacca, a steep trail leads through the jungle to Toe-Boo Cliff, a dramatic rocky outcrop with fabulous views of Ko Adang and the surrounding islands.
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Flour Power Bakery
Located behind Sabye Sport on Sunset Beach, Flour Power uses imported ingredients to craft delicious homemade cakes and brownies – just like Mum’s recipe back home.
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Ao Taloh Udang
You'll find the overgrown remains of the political prisoners' camp in the southeast of the island at Ao Taloh Udang reached via a long overgrown track.
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Canteens
The Ko Tarutao Marine National Park authorities run two canteens, one at Ao Pante Malacca, the other near the jetty at Ao Taloh Waw.
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Pooh's Bar
This massive complex was built by a Lipe pioneer and includes bungalows, a dive shop and several restaurants. It's a very popular local expat hang-out, especially in the low season. Each night it projects films onto its big screen.
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Ao Son
A 30-minute boat ride or 8km walk south of Ao Pante you'll find Ao Son, an isolated sandy bay where turtles nest between September and April.
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Jack’s Jungle Bar
Jack’s Jungle Bar is a friendly spot in the heart of the jungle that also serves a few killer curries.
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Canteen
The park authorities run an excellent Canteen. The food is satisfying and tasty and they even have cold beer.
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Karma Bar
For a round of beers, try Karma Bar, an old fave near Mountain Resort.
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Forra Diving
Friendly French-run school with an office on both Sunrise and Pattaya Beaches.
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JJ's Jungle Bar
A little bit inland, JJ's Jungle Bar is a good place for a tipple.
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Pee Pee Bakery
The best breakfasts on Lipe include homemade breads and pastries and great people-watching as you dine. A full American set costs 240B.
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Nong Bank Restaurant
This place serves point-and-grill seafood and a superb yellow curry with crab (120B), with a half-dozen tables scattered beneath a tree on the white sand.
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Mia Luna
This is a pirate bar of hanging painted bouys, driftwood seating and hammocks. It's isolated on its own nugget of white sand near Bila Beach and a short walk over the hill from Hat Pattaya.
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