Limestone is calcium carbonate, which is generally white. Over millions of years, the skeletons from a constant rain of marine organisms, plus the chemical precipitation of yet more calcium carbonate build thick layers of sediment. Eventually, the heat and pressure of their own weight turn these strata, hundreds of metres thick, to stone. A variety of geological forces have then fractured the limestone beds and pushed up the 40 steep-sided islands that provide the exotic scenery for which this shallow bay is noted. Mineral oxides from various sources paint the varicoloured streaks that characterise the cliffs of Phang Nga Bay.

Discover James Bond Island where the James Bond film Man with the Golden Gun was filmed in 1974, located in the Phang Nga National Park which has the most spectacular Scenery, where secret lagoons open to meet the amazing majestic caves, this trip offers spectacular scenery and amazing views of the Phang Nga National park. Experience one of Asia's most beautiful marine regions on a cruiser boat.

Kayak into the hidden lagoons and caves of Panak Island. Enjoy a delicious and fresh lunch on board great for people who do not enjoy the bumpy ride of speed boats.

Hongs of Phang Nga And there are lost worlds awaiting discovery. It wasn't many years ago that aerial surveys first revealed the Hong, or 'rooms', that lie inside some of Phang Nga's islands. These fabulous microcosms, hidden realms rich in unspoiled flora and fauna, are collapsed cave systems open to the sky and surrounded by towering limestone walls. Try sea-kayaking, where you paddle sturdy plastic boats through caves into the mysterious hearts of islands such as Koh Panak and Koh Hong.

The Lawa Islands are part of the Ao Phang Nga National Park. Both Lawa Islands are covered with trees and the coasts have some sandy beaches, especially at Lawa Yai.