Here at The Mountain Shop and
7C's Tours we offer technical rock climbing
on islands in Phang-Nga Bay in southern Thailand. We are based on
Koh Yao Noi, where we have developed many new rock routes. In fact,
we've bolted over 50 new rock climbing routes on several islands
in Phang Nga Bay. We also hold exclusive rights to climb on many
of the surrounding islands. 
The climbing on Koh Yao Noi and
the surrounding smaller islands is on the world class limestone
that has made southern Thailand rock climbing famous. The French
grading system is used and routes of all grades are found here.
There are climbs for beginners and experts alike.
7C's Tours offers one of a kind, personalized climbing
adventures that no other company can offer. We have the benefit
of knowing all the ins and outs of Phang-Nga Bay. Along with climbing
on our trips we might also go snorkeling, birding, fishing, or even
see thousand year old petroglyphs. Our climbing trips can also be
customized according to your preferences.
Our guides are dedicated to your safety and enjoyment.
Some are locals who have been climbing these cliffs for their entire
lives. You may end up at their house for dinner! Others work for
Yosemite Guides in the United States during part of the year. They
are all knowledgeable in first aid and emergency rescue techniques.
All guides are fluent in English.
The climbing we do has all been developed by us.
We know when each crag was bolted. Our climbs are almost exclusively
bolted with the new technologies of titanium bolts and high
grade epoxy. This replaces the old method of using stainless
steel expansion bolts, which have proven to have a short life span
here in Southeast Asia.
Our Trips:
Most of our climbs are accessible only by boat. You may reach the
cliffs by the traditional longtail boat, dinghy, or speedboat. All
of our trips include water, lunch, and fruit. Prices vary according
to what you would like to do. You can customize your day or days
with us to include a number of different adventure options.
If you have never climbed before, we have top-rope
courses as well as lead climbing courses. If you are an
experienced climber, we offer trips to islands previously inaccessible.
Click here to read more about the rock
climbing in Phang Nga Bay.
Click here to see a rock
climbing photo gallery.
  
Climbing courses (including gear)
Approximate prices for individuals (2 person minimum):
—1/2 Day--2,200 baht (8:00am-12:00pm or 12:30pm-4:30pm)
— 2,500 Baht for a one-person trip
—Full Day--4,000 baht (8:00-4:00pm)
—3 day course--10,000 baht
Note: Some climbing times vary according to tide
and sun/shade factor.
Your climbing Guides
The
Mountain Shop and 7C's Tours was
started by Dusit (Doot) Boonchu and Mark
Miner after they had climbed and explored the area together.
They wanted to share their love of climbing and of the local traditions
of the Thai people with others.
Doot has been climbing the rock cliffs in the area of Phang-Nga
Bay for nearly 30 years. He was raised in the local bird's nest
trade, which involves climbing hundreds of meters high into caves
with no protection (except the occasional piece of bamboo) to harvest
swallows' nests. Now, Doot's passion is technical rock climbing.
In 2005, Doot was certified by the Tourism Authority of
Thailand and accredited by the ACGA to be an official rock climbing
instructor.
Mark first came to Thailand in 1995 when Railay
and Tonsai climbing areas were first becoming popular. He quickly
fell in love with the rock, the country and its people, and has
been returning every year to climb.
Mark
and others have developed multiple walls in the Railay/Ton Sai area.
In recent years, he has concentrated on the islands in Phang-Nga
Bay, including Koh Yao Noi. Mark has been rock climbing extensively
for 15 years. From the granite walls of Yosemite, the Rockies and
the Himalayas, to the limestone walls of Mexico, Spain, and Thailand,
he enjoys it all.
We look forward to seeing you Koh Yao and hope
we have the opportunity to take you climbing!
Getting here
There are a variety of accommodations on Koh Yao
Noi, ranging from basic bungalows to a luxury resort. We are happy
to make reservations for you before you arrive.
Koh Yao Noi is easily accessible from both Phuket
and Krabi. If you come from Krabi, you will arrive right in Ta Kao
village, which is where you will find us. If you come from Phuket,
you will arrive at a pier across the island. There will be a tuk
tuk there to meet each boat. Just tell the driver you need to go
to Ta Kao. We're just south of the village, a five minute walk from
the pier.
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