Scooters, turtles, bat fish and dolphins

March 13
Decided to rent a scooter to drive around the island. With map in hand, keys in the ignition, and my heart beating a mile a minute.... I headed out.

I assumed I was going to visit the waterfall and the National Park first. Only to realize, as usual, I was lost..... landed up visiting Koh Lanta Old Town. Located on Koh Kanta's east coast, it was once the island's main port for trade. Now Lanta Old Town is a charming old to visit and it feels like it's stood still in time. There are many shops, restaurants, and homes that are built on stilts above the sea level.

Stopped at the Viewpoint restaurant for a refreshing coconut

Khlong Chak Waterfall is a small waterfall accessible by the same trail that will lead to Khlong Jak Cave. The trail crosses a smaller water stream few times and ends at this small waterfall. During the dry season there is very little water flowing down...very disappointing.

Mu Ko Lanta National Park was established in 1990 as a marine park, situated in southern part of Krabi Province. The biggest islands in the park are Ko Lanta Noi and Ko Lanta Yai. The park’s highlights are its twin beaches that stretch out on either side of a high rocky peninsular cliff, known as Ta Noad Cape, with a picturesque old lighthouse at its highest point. The climb to the lighthouse was a tough one in the sweltering heat, but it is a must for the beautiful views of both beaches, surrounding cliffs and several islands.

On the way back to my hotel, I found a market. It sold everything....fish and meat, veggies, clothes, and also dinner buffets.

March 14
Went diving to Koh Haa today. It is a collection of six islands – Koh Haa Yai and its five smaller islands. Diving in Koh Haa is breathtaking.

We did 3 dives today. Saw turtles, a few bat fish, shrimps....and I even went into a cave! That was pretty scary.