Birdwatching and kayaking in Phatthalung

“Destination Thailand” is a weekly half-hour travel and lifestyle show airing on the MCOT World network in Thailand and select cable systems worldwide.

The southern Thai Province of Phatthalung is the number one destination for tourists — as long as they’re birds. 187 different species flock to Thalee Noi, a pristine wetland that’s also a traditional fishing area. Our June 2013 visit to Patthalung revealed some high-adrenaline attractions too, and we go white water rafting with scores of screaming schoolchildren from neighbouring provinces.