Ao Sapparot of Koh Surin. A hidden cove of sweet solitude. Unspoiled beauty, quiet wonder, and the sweet surprise of discovery.

Sapparot

Ao Sapparot or Pineapple Bay. In the heart of the Andaman Sea, where turquoise waters cradle untouched coral gardens, lies a secluded cove known only to a few as “Ao Sapparot”, Pineapple Bay. Though not marked on most maps, this poetic name lives in the whispers of local fishermen and the memories of those lucky enough to stumble upon it.

Pineapple

A cove carved by nature. Nestled on the eastern edge of Koh Surin Nuea, Ao Sapparot is a gentle crescent of white sand framed by jungle-draped cliffs. The name, though unofficial, comes from the wild pineapples that once grew in abundance along the forest edge, small, tart, and fiercely fragrant. Today, the bay remains a sanctuary for solitude seekers and snorkelers alike.

Snorkeling

Beneath the surface. Just meters from the shore, the sea reveals its treasures, parrotfish darting through coral gardens, sea turtles gliding with ancient grace, and the occasional blacktip reef shark cruising the shallows. The bay’s calm waters make it ideal for beginner snorkelers and underwater photographers chasing the perfect shot.

A day in pineapple bay

Morning: Arrive by longtail boat from the Surin Islands National Park HQ. The journey itself is a meditation, waves lapping, sun rising, and the scent of salt and fruit in the air.

Midday: Enjoy a picnic under the shade of pandanus trees. If you’re lucky, a Moken guide might share stories of the sea and offer a taste of foraged pineapple.

Afternoon: Swim, snorkel, or simply float. Time slows here, and the only schedule is the rhythm of the tide.

A place that stays with you. Ao Sapparot isn’t on the tourist trail. It doesn’t have signs or souvenir stalls. But for those who find it, whether in reality or in reverie, it becomes a symbol of what the Surin Islands truly offer, unspoiled beauty, quiet wonder, and the sweet surprise of discovery.

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