although i was reluctant to leave the island as we are staying with friends and did not want to seem too pre-occupied by the birds, .. our host have suggested khao sok national park .. we will be there for a couple of days and then dropping by Ton Pariwat on the way back which was recommended by Ike of
www.phuketbirdwatching.com ..
thanks for the advise and will report back during our stay .. cheers