SABYE
SPORTS
Here at Sabye Sports we believe that you don't want to be rushed around
on your vacation. You're here to relax and enjoy the unspoiled beauty
both above and below the surface of the ocean. Sabye Sports is dedicated
to seeing that you leave here rested, relaxed and full of memories of
fun and adventure. Sabye Sports is now operating in the Tarutao area
to provide people with the opportunity to learn to scuba dive with the
world's most popular dive training system.The Head Instructor is a PADI
Master Instructor who has taught in four of the five world's oceans.
Diving in Tarutao is both exceedingly beautiful and abundant. The best
diving is to be found west of Ko Tarutao around Ko Klang, Ko Adang,
Ko Rawi and Ko Dong. We have modern dive equipment and certified Divemasters
to accompany you on your dives. If the closest you have come to diving
has been in your bathtub, then this is just the place to see what you've
been missing. Encounters with whale sharks, dolphins, stingrays, groupers,
trumpetfish, turtles, reef sharks, squid, moray eels, butterfly fish,
parrotfish, and uncountable species of small exquisitely colored reef
fishes are common.
So take the plunge and dive to a new adventure!
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 KO
TARUTAO MARINE NATIONAL PARK
Just 20 km from Pak Bara lies Ko Tarutao, the largest island in a
51 island archipelago that has remained virtually untouched by the
tourist masses. With spectacular mountains, deserted beaches and an
aquatic realm that is teeming with more diverse species of life, and
found in more abundance than in any other island chain in Thailand,
this is the place not to be missed on your vacation. Some of Thailand's
last old growth forests are found here in Tarutao Marine National
Park. On your trip from Pak Bara to Ko Tarutao, and beyond to Ko Adang
and Ko Lipe, don't be surprised to see dolphins, marlin and even whale
sharks near your boat. It is estimated that 25% of the world's tropical
fish species can be found in Ko Tarutao Marine National Park.The park
is very well known for its four types of sea turtles; the Leatherback,
Hawksbill, Pacific Ridley and Green. On land there are numerous species
of birds including Great Hornbills, Herons, Egrets, Mynas, Starlings,
Kingfishers and fishing eagles. There are also bats, wild boar, crab
eating macaques, mouse deer, dusky langurs, fishing cats and squirrels.
Accommodation is available on Ko Tarutao, Ko Lipe and Ko Adang. The
best choice of accommodation is on Ko Lipe.
Ko
Lipe
Ko Lipe is the home of the Chao Le (Sea Gypsies). There are approximately
700 sea gypsies living on Ko Lipe. They traditionally roamed the islands
harvesting fish, shellfish, coconuts, and vegetables. The Chao Le
have their own language, culture, and animist religion. On the island
is a village with a school and small shops where you can purchase
snack foods, toiletries, cigarettes, alcohol, etc. but in general
you should try to bring as many personal items as possible. There
are 9 resorts and a number of bars on the island.
WHAT
TO BRING
Lipe is
a remote island that has very few facilities. There are nine small resorts
on the island as well as a village where approximately 700 sea gypsies
live. There are two small stores on the island where you can buy a few
basic items but in general you should try to bring as many personal
items as possible. PLEASE MAKE SURE TO CHANGE
ANY FOREIGN CURRENCIES IN HAT YAI BEFORE LEAVING THERE. FOREIGN CASH
IS NOT EXCHANGED AT THE BANK IN LANGU (the last major town before
Pak Bara) however they will change travelers cheques and you can use
your credit card to get cash advances. The bank is open from 8:30 AM
to 3:30 PM,Monday to Friday. They will not do foreign exchange before
10:00 A.M. so it will be difficult to get to the pier to catch the boat.
It is best to change your money in Hat Yai, Satun or Trang.
Make sure to bring light weight clothes for the hot season and warm
clothes for the rainy season. If you come in the rainy season it is
advised that you bring an umbrella or rain coat. You can become chilled
very quickly if you are wet. Be sure to bring swim suits, sunscreen,
insect repellent, medications, C-cards and log books for diving.
THINGS
TO DO
Lipe island
is in the midst of a national park and you will be sure to have a wonderful
time exploring the shores and reefs of the many islands that surround
Lipe. You can walk on the beach, swim in the ocean, walk inland to see
the plants and animals or you may go snorkeling on our many pristine
coral reefs. We offer the ultimate in sports - SCUBA DIVING. You can
learn to dive from a PADI Instructor or you can be guided on an amazing
underwater adventure with one of our divemasters. If you are looking
to economize on your diving then come during our mid season or low season.
We offer 10% off during our mid season and 15% off during our low season.
Mid season is from May 1 - Aug 31 and low season is from September 1
- October 15.
WHERE
TO STAY
The costs of accommodation on Ko Lipe are as follows: All bungalows
come with a bathroom and toilet. Rates are in baht per bungalow, per
night, single or double occupancy ALL PRICES ARE IN THAI BAHT
| RESORTS
ON KO LIPE |
| NAME |
PRICE |
TELEPHONE
NUMBER **(66)..... |
| DAYA
RESORT |
300
/ 450 / 500 |
7472-8030 |
| PATTAYA
SONG RESORT |
500
/ 800 / 1,000 |
7472-8034 |
| LEEPAE
RESORT |
580
/ 780 / 980 / 1,560 / 1,860 (+ABF) |
7472-4336
/ 7472-3804 / 1896-5491 / 1640-7380 |
|
CHAO-LE
|
250
/ 300 / 400 / 500 / 700 |
7472-8111
/ 7472-8112 / 9870-8561 |
| PORN'S
|
350
/ 450 |
7472-8032 |
| ANDAMAN |
350
/ 450 |
7472-9200 |
| ASIA
|
500
/ 1,500 |
7472-8117
/ 6969-3858 |
| OSSIN
|
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| VIEWPOINT
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- |
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| RESORTS
AT PAK BARA PIER |
| GRAND
VILLA |
400 |
7478-3499
/ 7478-3511 |
| DIAMOND
BEACH |
150
/ 200 / 250 |
7478-3138 |
| BARA
RESORT |
480 |
7478-3333
/ 1896-6373 |
| BEST
HOUSE |
300
/ 490 |
7478-3058
/ 7478-3568 |
| LAGUNA
RESORT |
220
/ 250 / 400 |
7478-3567
/ 1969-1014 |
| RESORTS
AT LANGU |
| ANDA
|
250
/ 350 |
1897-2088
/ 6296-6999 |
| LANGU
PHUPHA |
450
/ 650 / 750 |
7478-1277 |
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