HIGH FIVE...THAILAND!

From the absolute madness of Bangkok to the serenity of the island beaches, Thailand will be the catalyst for a majority of your most unforgettable travelling adventures.

Home to 68.1 million of the most friendly people you’ll ever meet (it isn’t called the ‘Land of smiles’ for nothing), sun drenched beaches, thick jungles, scenic beauty and a melting pot of rich culture, Thailand has sooooo much to offer and won’t disappoint.

It’s also a foodies paradise; just make sure you branch out from pad thai and green curry. So what would be on my Thailand bucket list….
FIVE UNFORGETTABLE THAILAND EXPERIENCES

SOAK UP THE SUN AND LAZE ON STUNNING BEACHES

Think of Thailand and the chances are you’ll think of white sandy beaches and crystal clear waters. With so many islands to choose from, you’re never too far from a beach paradise. Perfect for lazy days of sunbathing, massages, watersports, snorkelling, diving or partying, the beaches will be the source of many a backpacking memory. See for yourself >

SNORKEL OR DIVE WITH FISH IN KAH TAO
 
Nestled peacefully in Thailand’s Gulf Coast, Koh Tao is rich in coral reefs and blessed with crystal clear visibility -- it’s a scuba dive and snorkel heaven. Ko tao is also one of the cheapest places to get your open water dive certification in the world and has a host of first class dive schools to choose from. Spend your days in the water and your nights in a beachside bar. Bliss! See for yourself >

TREK WITH THE NORTHERN HILL TRIBES

There’s way more to Thailand than beaches and buckets. Get up north and hang out with the locals on a hill tribe trek. Prepare for rolling mountains, cascading waterfalls, diverse rainforest and elephant rides as you trek through Northern Thailand’s magnificent lands and meet a diverse range of tribes, each with their own language, clothing and religion. See for yourself >
EXPLORE THE FRANTIC STREETS OF BANGKOK BY TUK TUK 

Sit back and relax (kind of) in one of Thailand’s famous tuk tuk’s. You’ll be whizzed around right in the middle of the madness of Bangkok, and experience the locals go about their everyday life. Scout out the best markets, street food vendors and practice your haggling skills for when you’re let loose on the streets of this bustling urban jungle. See for yourself >
VOLUNTEER AT A SANCTUARY FOR NEGLECTED ELEPHANTS

If you’re an animal lover and after the ‘cute’ factor then this ones for you. Enjoy working hands on with elephants at a rescue centre near Chiang Mai – you’ll help prepare evening meals and assist the keepers with bathing the elephants -- and lend a hand at local conservation projects in the region. Your day will begin at 7am and finish at 5pm but we promise this is the most rewarding hard days work you’ll ever do. See for yourself >

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