Explore the coastlines and islands of Phang Nga and Krabi aboard Suwan Macha, an authentic junk with Asian rigging. The four-day, three-night cruise leaves Phuket for Phang Nga bay, where the anchor is dropped near James Bond Island around sunset. Other stops include the Sea Gypsy village and Krabi. There are excursions to the shore and plenty of opportunities for swimming and snorkeling off deserted islands. For details, call (66-2) 256 7168-9 or fax (66-2) 2567172

Umphang Ancient Village is organising a Tee Lor Su programme from now until November. Highlights include rafting along the Mae Glong River, camping at Tee Lor Su waterfall, participating in various activities with Umphang locals and shopping at Rimmei. This three days and two nights programme costs 2,300 baht per person including transportation, rubber boat, meals, camping equipment, guiding and insurance. Call Napha for more information about the programme at (055) 561-287, (01) 855-8754.

Wild Watch Thailand offers natural history adventures, bird-watching activities, conservation expedition tours in tropical forests, natural photography field-trips and workshops. Adventures include:- Elephants of Erawan _ A two-day, one-night trip to Erawan National Park. The tour departs every Saturday and private groups are also welcomed.