Phang Nga Bay Gold Award Trip Images

This is the hearty bunch of explorers who participated in the adventure. Left to right, it's Shreyas, Joshua, Ben, Kimberley, Hussain and Adam.

The first night's camp was just above the beach in a rubber plantation on Ko Yao Noi. There was a well which had nice cool water to soothe mildly sore muscles.

Hussain coming out of the 'hong' (inner-island lagoon) on Ko Roi

Here, the gang is reading the chart to start the navigation for the day's paddle.

The lovely cliffs of Ko Batang. The cliffs around the entire island are stunning.

Hmm, what does SPF mean again?

Here is Ben relaxing at the campsite on Laem Taeng (Melon Point). The overhanging rock provided shelter from the potential rain... no need to put the flies on the tents.

This photo was taken on the last day after a couple of long open-water crossings. Shreyas, who capsized the first day and really looked uncomfortable, ended up coming in first at the end. The phrase "zero to hero" comes to mind. Everyone did a wonderful job and we were all very impressed with their drive and determination. This is exactly what The Duke of Edinburgh's Award scheme is all about.