Thai massage and spas are famous all over the world and one of the unseen must-sees for tourists is Phang Nga's Mud Spa (Khok Krai) which features hot mud spas, sandy beaches. The only place for hot and salty water in Thailand, or as the locals call it "hot water beach", is in Klong Marui, Tambon Marui, Thap Put District, Phang Nga Province, the border between Phang Nga and Krabi provinces.
The main activity of the Ban Khok Krai community is a natural mud spa, the first step of which is walking on the warmed sand.
Then soak in hot water for 10 minutes before rinsing in cold water in the canal.
And hot mud was brought about 1 meter deep from the muddy soil, pitch black and good temperature. to mask down to the body By having to sit or lie down for 15 minutes, then wash the mud off with water in the canal. This hot mud is clean and pure, plus there are various minerals that can be masked on both the face and body. There are also properties that are believed to help treat beriberi, and aches and pains as well.
This activity is open to tourists and those who are interested can travel only 10 days a month due to the time of the tides in each month. For interested tourists, you can ask for information at Ban Khok Krai Community Tourism Group, Phang Nga Province, call 087-886-0465.
Source: Tourism Authority of Thailand
Tel: +66 2 250 5500
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