Snorkeling and diving hub with glass-bottom boat rides over vibrant coral reefs
North Bay is touristy package deal. Glass-bottom boats overpriced. Coral damaged.
North Bay Island scores 8+ out of 10 in these months — if you must go, this is when:
Asia's best beach, world-class diving, and the island every Andaman trip revolves around
Elephant Beach has better coral, free snorkeling, forest trek access.
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