Andaman Sea Festival – The Dawn of the Tourism Season

The District of Si Kao is located in the Trang Province of Thailand, which is situated neighboring the extremely popular Province of Krabi. Krabi is home to many amazing tourist attractions such as pristine golden sandy beaches, internationally renowned rock-climbing locations, unique religious and cultural landmarks, and ideal conditions of water and beach sports. One of the Krabi resorts that offer easy access to the attractions of the province is the Anantara Si Kao Thailand Resort & Spa.

Thailand is home to many festivities and celebrations, but none are as unique and exciting as the Andaman Sea Festival. Also referred to as the Boek Fa Festival, this event takes place annually around the 15th – 18th of November as a celebration welcoming the end of the monsoon season and the dawn of the tourism season. Around this time the rainy season ends, ushering the beautiful weather conditions which makes the province blossom and flourish, attracting thousands of tourists from around the globe. Thus, the people of Krabi host the Andaman Sea Festival in rejoicing the awaited tourism season.

Although the festival is not connected to any religion, many religious customs are practiced during this season. Thus, you will see many of the people of Krabi paying reverence to their Gods by making offerings to shrines and temples. Festive foods are prepared and offered by the people to each other in the spirit of celebration. There are also many parades along the streets of Krabi, which often involve colorful floats and performances as well. All in all these festivities are a colorful and vibrant affair! The festival is also accompanied with many competitions, such as Long Tailboat races, cook-offs, Rice-wine competitions, and Sea Kayaking competitions. The winners only get bragging rights, but the competition is fierce and exciting, nevertheless. Apart from these events, there is a general air of celebration and merriment throughout the province, making the experience offered by the Andaman Sea Festival pleasant and truly memorable to nay visitor of Krabi.