Where is the Moken Village located? The Moken Village is situated on Surin Tai Island (South Surin Island), part of the Mu Ko Surin National Park in Phang Nga Province, Thailand.The Surin Islands lie in the northern Andaman Sea, about 10 kilometers south of the Thai–Myanmar border and 60 kilometers west of the Thai mainland.Visitors […]
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🌊 Nature’s Optical Trick: Meet the Butterflyfish Beneath the surface of the Andaman Sea, a small but clever fish glides through coral gardens. The butterflyfish (Chaetodontidae) is not only a reef icon — it’s a master of illusion.With stripes that break its outline and eye spots that confuse predators, this fish doesn’t just swim… it […]
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If you’ve ever been lucky enough to visit the Andaman Sea and see a sea turtle on the beach, you’ve probably wondered:Can green sea turtles survive on land? What happens if they stay too long? Or… are they just taking a break from the ocean? At Love Andaman, we love these incredible creatures — but […]
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Thailand’s Andaman Sea is world-famous for its crystal-clear waters and vibrant coral reefs. But when it comes to snorkeling, many travelers ask the same question: Similan or Surin — which island is better for nature lovers? If you’re planning a Thailand snorkeling tour and want to explore responsibly, this guide compares the two iconic islands […]
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Nestled within the breathtaking Surin Islands of Thailand lies a unique and vibrant community—the Moken Village. Home to the indigenous Moken people, often called “Sea Gypsies,” this village offers visitors an extraordinary glimpse into a centuries-old way of life, deeply intertwined with the ocean. Who Are the Moken? The Moken people are a semi-nomadic ethnic […]