Thailand's Glow-in-the-Dark Ocean is Pure Magic

In Phuket, Thailand there are ocean waters that glow in the dark, and it's pure magic. Is it bio-luminescence? How can YOU find it? Find out in this video. This Channel is your Thailand Travel Guide after all.
Phuket is the best place to jump on a boat and explore the amazing area of Phang Nga Bay and Koh Phi Phi, but I'm trying something completely new....a custom boat tour from a local guide who takes me to secret spots and when it gets dark, the sea lights up. Amazing!
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[@RetiredWorkingForYou]

If you want to do this exact day, it's available only to RW4U Viewers. Learn more and book a day with Alex here: bit.ly/3GPqJe7 Trust me on this one!

[@paulmurray8734]

Hey Canadian dude we have that same kind of water in Eastern Canada ! Eh when I fish bluefin tuna over there we saw that was amazing colour was green even when you flush the toilet it went through coming over there November have a good day😎

[@TheLungNuad]

The foods look really yummy I love seafood.I can tell.Great video Chris.Enjoy your journey.

[@luckusa3988]

Awesome 👏

[@djorawan4785]

Definitely need to do this tour! Thank you Chris!! 😊

[@vincentdominic8395]

I’m going in may I hope I can get this opportunity

[@aorkgrastoaraya6680]

คนใต้ทุกคน ควรให้ความเอื้ออาทร ให้เกียรติเจ้าของช่องนี้ ทั้งสามีและภรรยาเค้าค่ะ …เค้าทำการตลาดให้พวกคุณ… เห็นเค้าตามร้านค้า ตามถนน ตามสถานที่ต่างๆ ได้โปรดเอื้อเฟื้อเค้าเถอะค่ะ ต่อให้เป็นมะพร้าว 1 ลูก ข้าวต้มทะเล 1 ชาม มันก็คือจิตวิญญาณของไทย🇹🇭แท้ๆของเรา

[@jomontanee]

คนต่างชาติที่รักและสร้างคุณูปการให้ไทยขนาดนี้ควรได้รับเครื่องราชย์จริงๆ

[@yuphathammai]

ต่างชาติรุ้จากเขาเยอะมาก เขาโปรโมทให้พวกเรา พวกเราต้องขอบคุนเขาจริงๆๆ

[@Warponly]

คนใต้ทุกคน ?

[@atuilengchuan1566]

Thanks for a good clip.

[@user-cj5gz2gw7d]

พึ่งรู้จากคลิปนี้เลยว่าไทยเรามีทะเลเรืองแสงด้วย

[@TheJik51]

I’m Thai and I didn’t know we have this beautiful natural ✨. Thank you for share this experience to us. Love it❤

[@RetiredWorkingForYou]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@premsiripupipat5381]

Same. Never knew that we have this in Thailand.

[@SixHeartz]

I’m Thai too and I never knew anything like this existed in Thailand. It's like suddenly knowing that Thailand has an aurora or something like that.

[@S1MP4S4T0RU]

Same! I’m Thai too❤

[@1981menso]

The look on Alex's face, you can tell he loves the islands. What a great trip.

[@kenkarr-yn9ds]

We just did this trip with Alex yesterday and were blown away by the experience, if you're looking for a once in a lifetime experience that captures the beauty of Thailand and some magic thrown into the mix, this is a must. Alex is personable, professional and he made the trip engaging and informative. We were fortunate to visit four caves and their associated lagoons and be the only ones inside for the majority of the time - our own little secluded world. This tour was highly personalized, with just the two of us along with Alex and the two crew members of the Five Star speedboat. Boating and paddling among the towering islands was impressive. While the tour isn't inexpensive, it was well worth every Baht. Highly recommend!

[@Craigdaspike]

Please tell us the price

[@robinvdw2685]

@@Craigdaspike i made a request 780 euro(290000 baht). Park fees and lunch not included. For me way to expensive.

[@5StarMarinePhuket]

thank you so much for the support :)

[@simranmanghwani3821]

Hello may I knw the cost / person! And what if we r group or 4-5people?

[@anthonysiu6010]

@@robinvdw2685 ah ok I was guessing this was around 400usd in my mind I was way off lol

[@laughingoutloud8612]

Alex is such a wonderful guy! If I ever visit Phuket I will 100% book Alex for a tour. He should take beer, and other drinks for those who don’t drink alcohol 😌 I hope Alex’s tour gets lots of bookings!

[@Gary_and_Linda]

Yup, its the same-same at Koh Lanta and down to Koh Lipe! Once you see the bioluminescence plankton you will never be the same! It's like seeing aurora borealis in the water, you can actually pick up the grains of glowing plankton in your hand. Totally cool! Thanks, Gary & Linda

[@jomontanee]

I once saw them when I went sea diping at SATAHEEP CHONBURI (Navy Base Camp). And 30 years later I watched it in LIFE OF PI the movie…. The real thing is even more magical.

[@helee28]

Where in lanta?

[@Gary_and_Linda]

@@helee28 we left for an evening cruise from Saladan. We were south of Saladan on the west side of the island. We also saw glowing plankton on Koh Lipe in 2020.

[@helee28]

@@Gary_and_Linda wow 😳 after travelling for years I don't really get excited about sight seeing or 'things to do'. But this, this I can't wait to 'do'. Sounds magical

[@KHWANCHAN0K]

WOW, this is so wonderful. I have seen the phosphorescent of sea water in a TV series. But I never thought it is a real thing. Until I have seen your video today. Thank you so much.

[@apuestasfutbol]

Camera lense picks it up a lot more than your eyes. You will never see it like this with the name. eye …. but looks really cool on camera.

[@shaunashton9744]

I am sold, just need to arrange flights and accommodation. I will be happy to have the beer at sunset but you need to provide the G&T's for the wife.

[@jomontanee]

Welcome you to the kingdom of smiles!!🙏💕🌈💞

[@leismichael86]

you talk about seeing something beautiful the caves and lagoons were awesome and then top it off with a sunset and the glowing water so cool would be a awesome trip whenever i get to thailand this would be on my list thank you sir for this video

[@craigchislett71]

Alex is very well spoken in English, he also has passion for his work. good on you Alex, onwards and upwards.

[@9AAA9]

Welcome to thailand 🙏ประเทศไทยยินดีต้อนรับนักท่องเที่ยวทุกคนครับ❤🇹🇭👍👍✌✌

[@1607lucky]

The only time I saw water glowing was doing some snorkeling in kho phi phi at night and seeing planktons illuminating. I’ve never seen anything like that , it was amazing.

[@BradBaxTravels]

I did that and stood on a sea urchin, video on my page

[@jkf663]

Beers on the tours? HELL YES! And I don't even drink beer! But I do know that beer on the water go hand-in-hand. My vote... YES!

[@kenedwards2944]

Book me and my wife in for the 27th of April. Wow good job Chris!

[@pgatovcranbrook2033]

I have missed my trip to Phang nga back 30 years ago... Unforgettably memory in my life.. we were took to a few different caves out beyond our route we were told... the tour guys leader was amazing 👏 beautiful part of the world.

[@raymondstockman1688]

Boy, that is absolutely incredible God willing I would be able to do that next year but I’ll be 65😊

[@florianpreuss1504]

I live in Phuket; on Phang Nga Bay.This is my back yard and I take the boat out to this fascinating bay all the time. Nothing beats the experience and beauty of it ❤

[@atlurivarija2953]

Hi Florian, I’m coming to phuket january 20-23 2024, where can i see them? Is there anyway I could text you :)?

[@curtchesnutt4992]

Have to be honest - don't know that there are very many tours I'd go on. Really like to explore on my own but...this looks like a great line up. As a former Naval Officer, Ive had the opportunity to see bioluminsecense on numerous occasions and it never ceases to amaze! It's a wonderful experience and to be in the sea and experience it on such an intimate level will most definitely be a bucket list item for many your subscribers. Looks like you, Alex and 5 Star Marine have ginned up a winner. May just have to bring my "Thai family" down for the tour when in country in May.

[@martynwoodcock4597]

This is the tour I've been looking for and I've watched the channel for nearly 3 years now, going back to Thailand in November 2023 dragging friends with us this time and visiting phuket for a week will be looking this up

[@jaredgrant9201]

Yup I will deff be doing this on my trip to Thailand! Alex has been doing this for years but his smile looks full of happiness everytime. I can’t wait to go!

[@sharonwemyss]

Oh my! What an awesome tour! Alex is a terrific tour guide ... that would be a tour. We would definitely go on if we could do it quietly like you did and not be crowded out by other tourists. 😊❤ The scenery that Alexshowed you (minusother people) is what I look for doing tours. Too many people ruin the natural part of a tour. Beers not something we drink but if there was some Soda Water or Coke Zero, he'd be our friend. That bioluminescence is awesome! And those stars are amazing. Both thumbs up for Alex and his tour

[@thethailandtravellers]

Ohhh it is so so sooooo beautiful!! And you can never be disappointed on a 5 Star Marine private tour!❤

[@mynameisstilljafo4063]

Phang Nga Bay is a must do while in Phuket, IMHO. My visits there have always been amazing. Best part is, you can go pretty much all year round. The location and nature of the bay are such that you don't have the low-season scary seas like in the Andaman Sea off Phuket's west coast.

[@diannechristino]

OMG, that looks spectacular... I might be out there end of next year and will definitely put this on the list.. Alex seems super sweet and I'm happy for him!!!!

[@RetiredWorkingForYou]

yes, he is awesome!

[@alanharrison694]

I live in Thailand now, and will definitely have to get over there to see. Years ago, I rafted on the glowing sea in Jamaica, and it was amazing.

[@attlee1945]

That was brilliant. So pleased that Alex can do these tours (and definitely need beers for sunset). Chris - you make things happen for people - well done.

[@petedobbins3150]

No beer!! We should support that floating bar!!!

[@pornpanvisutakul6175]

Wow! Didn’t know before that Thailand has glow in the dark sea water. This is amazing!

[@nattye.6757]

I'm thai living in FL. I have seen bioluminescence in here FL. I love seeing a lot. It's my favorite thing in my life because it's amazing. I know that it's not many place in the world has bioluminescence. I dream to take my parents to see bioluminescence once in the life time. I think it's impossible because it's very expensive to take them to FL. So, this is the great news knowing that my home country also has bioluminescence. I feel like my dream is back to live. Thank you for sharing this.

[@sirisakpansiri233]

Wow, I could say that you're our travel pioneer. I've been in Phuket for almost 17 years and never heard of that. Congrats and TYVM to share this to the world. Respect.

[@kenedwards2944]

Beers and wine absolutely. Great looking tour Alex.

[@danielcharlesfilms2897]

Very inspiring!!! Love the videos and I wish Alex luck.

[@martynwoodcock4597]

Thanks to this video I've just come back from the most amazing day with Alex and the crew. Thank you Chris for showing these gems to the world

[@RetiredWorkingForYou]

wow, what a day you must've had!

[@BUTT-HEAD666]

That is really amazing Chris glow in the dark water 🌊💦 I'd like to see that in person

[@SSSx1995]

Andaman Sea, beautiful water, very playful, wow in Thailand

[@lovejoejoe]

Look like Avatar underwater world

[@thomashamilton9779]

Some of my favorite visits I have experienced in Thailand!...never gets old!

[@aggiet4545]

What a spectacular place!

[@volkerjaeger6466]

For me, the most beautiful lagoon in Thailand is the one on koh mook, definitely!!!

[@youcancomeheretoo]

This happens in many places around the world. The first place I seen this was off the coast of Newfoundland. It's very cool to see

[@NYC-2-BKK]

I approve of the tour! Thanks for the previews! Also as far as drinks I think having a full option of beers and non alcoholic drinks would be great. I know for me I wouldn’t mind a Thai ice tea, or coconut juice or something healthy

[@jomontanee]

11:16 THE ECHO IS FANTASTIC!!!❤

[@deerkeeper]

Chris, thanks for sharing this video. I know you loved filming it! Those caves were amazing!

[@assail]

this is what i love to view. thailand's gems. this is for sure spot i will check out when i go back

[@AsianTankPilot]

Amazing video Chris. Had me really into Alex and his story. His excitement at the end was very touching.

[@w00master]

For those in the States. You can see this in the areas of N Carolina down to Georgia as well as many areas in the Caribbean (eg Jamaica). Essentially often happens in brackish waters.

[@jbf2079]

What a video! I look forward to eventually taking this tour. God bless!

[@Mod-man]

Amazing Chris! Yes, this would be a popular tour.

[@clairesemple7997]

Well done Alex! YEs to sunset beers, always!!!

[@jarkko7361]

Thx for the interesting video Chris. My Last 3 days in BKK starts now Thailand is always so great. Keep it up !

[@TKDJK]

beautiful Chris , thank you 🥰🥰🥰

[@southpaw1755]

You're going to have a waiting list for the tour.

[@isabelle1331]

Amazingly beautiful !

[@LV515009]

100% Shaun should let Alex do this tour and absolutely have some beers for the sunset. I will definately do this tour when I return in December and another one I need to talk Jay into going on!

[@lisaharrison5397]

Absolutely amazing tour.. cheers for beers !👍🍻

[@TheBigheadValley]

Ive been to that floating restaurant a couple of times now and it’s great. Nice boat ride over and great food and service. Prices are good too.

[@098synergy]

That looks amazing! I've been fascinated with bioluminescence ever since the museum of natural history in NYC had an exhibit. Count me in when i get there.

[@Justvisiting14]

Aloha Chris! 🤙 Love your videos, thanks so much for your hard work, much appreciated!!

[@williamm3503]

Looks amazing. The sunset beers are a must. Also some late night snacks to go along with the beers.

[@jasonwilkinson3887]

What a cool excursion. Looking forward to getting over there again.

[@monjarudet8339]

Planning our family holiday to Phuket in May , would love to do this tour and yes to the beers

[@jaredgrant9201]

Also, that piranha rock was crazy!!

[@MalMilligan]

Watched so many of your videos Chris and yeah impossible to rank them, but this was very cool. Thanks for the tour... Alex is great. Thanks also to 5 Star Marine on Phuket.

[@pkroy7653]

It's amazing how the sea water glows. Like the stars of Pandora.

[@justinmcintosh6554]

That’s a sweet tour idea, Chris. Picture and editing is boast- worthy, man

[@applelaung8168]

God. I’m Thai but I never know we have that. I have not been there yet. Thanks to your video. It will be on my bucket list. 😊 wonderful

[@handsem1]

Once again, another awesome video!

[@ismith9826]

As usual, looks amazing......I'm counting the days now!

[@halojumper5105]

Absolutely amazing!!!!!! Need to a find a day in my calendar!!!!

[@Docgy]

Even me, a Thai person, but stunning from all the views and all of the tour. A great bucket list of my life! 😃😄

[@moojiw]

Thank u for filming this. Although some of my life live in phuket but i have this ocean glow experience only one time in my life. At the middle of the sea under darknest sky, Beautiful and gorgeous. And Thank you to promote this to our friend over the world. I wish u have a wonderful moment in Thailand.

[@johan8008]

BEER YESSS :D Awesome video and all good luck to Alex.

[@elizabethbaysinger7143]

Wow what an amazing tour!! Yes to beers on the trip! Alex you are amazing at what you do!

[@5StarMarinePhuket]

Thank you!

[@patriciap7891]

Truly amazing, next time i’m in Thailand I’m game!🙏🏽🌸

[@RetiredWorkingForYou]

Have fun!

[@Jays22b]

end of the year im coming over again, and that's a must do. cant wait

[@Soulinanavatar]

This is awesome, Khun Alex is a fantastic tour guide ! 🎉

[@user-qd8xp1hd6v]

Although I am Thai but never seen this areas before So beautiful and It is miracle

[@janicefowler1652]

Moving to Thailand soon, can’t wait to do this tour. Love your channel. Janice

[@MrBcka]

Man, it is so beautiful!

[@kittisankaew4671]

That so amazing in Thailand and very Exciting to see thanks for explore around of Thailand ❤ I will be to support you guys

[@santoshsco]

Thanks for the tour , it was spectacular . Even bio luminescence was visible in west coast of india an year back in mangalore and udupi beaches its spectacular to see.

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[@LeicesterPaul]

Beers definitely YES! This is awesome man, your content is on a much higher level than anyone else about Thailand 🇹🇭

[@mlh4711]

Superb. Thanks for bringing it to our attention. We're Bangkokians and will seek Alex and this tour out soon.

[@pattananphonruk6110]

While you want some, the boat comes with beer. Just wonderful.

[@shaffehaffejee3657]

Sushmita: Glow in the Dark... I'm speechless 😮 WOW awesome 👌 ❤

[@TravelwithSamee]

Amazing ... Bucket list on my first trip to Thailand

[@sallysmitgeddes2270]

Wow how amazing ❤❤

[@repton_3]

A few years ago I saw the waves glowing blue as they crashed on the beach one night in Koh Phangan. Incredible sight.

[@chantanaunhajata1300]

ขอบคุณมาก คริส คริปนี้เหมือนได้ไปด้วย ตื่นเต้นตาม🇹🇭🤟🇨🇦👍👍🙏

[@FeelixFrank]

Love your channel man! We are heading there tomorrow and will look these charters up :)

[@christyhourston]

This is hands down my favourite video you've done 👍❤ I just did the day tour last week with my niece then was in lamai on Samui this past weekend. My friend swears she could see the Luminescence but I think it was the cocktails she was having 😂 thanks for sharing this once in a lifetime experience. I didn't think I would be back to Phuket but I'd make a special trip for this tour ❤

[@mariobucci7683]

That was awesome. Illuminating water . Thought it was in that movie with the Bengal Tiger. Never thought it was real.. Awesome video

[@teerapunyuttanakan6330]

I'm from Phuket.I didn't know there was such a wonderful place.

[@ployly_ivanov5654]

I’m Thai.but I never know. Have so much beautiful like this before, thx you so much. Thailand and Thai people Love you. Welcome kaaaaaa.

[@travelermatt3337]

I will definitely book that tour.

[@christaadami6177]

Definitely have add sunset beets. Good luck to Alex with his brilliant idea. I'm sure he will succeed ❤🎉

[@christaadami6177]

Edit, a beer

[@paulharrison25]

Truly awesome this is now on my list 😊

[@maneeratpattanasombutsook2973]

Many thanks for your kindness for Thai people 😊

[@RetiredWorkingForYou]

Our pleasure!