Thailand · KHAO LAK TOURS
Khao Lak exists mostly as the jumping-off point for the Similans, and those close for half the year. These 15 cover the speedboat days, the Phang Nga runs and the elephant camps inland, priced and clear on the season.
Observe rescued elephants in Khao Lak without riding or forced contact, then make Thai herbal inhalers and coconut pancakes for $56.
“Winny the guide was really helpful and knew to answer all our questions, she was very patient with us . the experience was really fun. we also asked to stop at a temple that was not in the plan and the company agreed with no extra charge. thank you!”
Shop Bang Niang Market, make curry paste from scratch, and cook Thai classics with Amazon Prime chef Wandee in a small Khao Lak class.
“This is one of the favorite things that we did while in Thailand. It was such a fun experience we went to the market, got a real education and have the opportunity to make some amazing Thai food. It was also a really great opportunity to connect with other visitors from all over the world. Would highly recommend this.”
Relax on a bamboo raft, spot jungle wildlife, meet rescued sea turtles, and swim at Ton Pling Waterfall on this easy Khao Lak half-day tour.
“The bamboo rafting was excellent. we had a great time and saw some wildlife. our tour guide was lovely as was the driver too. The waterfall was beautiful and it was great to see how the turtles are looked after. Followed by A lovely little snack of fried bananas on the way back! Thank you”
Bathe and feed elephants, visit a sea turtle nursery, and enjoy hotel transfers on a flexible half-day tour from Khao Lak.
“fantastic guide Aommy would highly recommend using her. the experience was fantastic walking the elephant to the creek then bathing and hand feeding her such a playful cheeky elephant. turtle sanctuary is an eye open about how the king and queen opend a sanctuary to save the baby turtles as to many where being eaten by predators great morning out in the relaxing Khao Lak”
Canoe through Khao Lak’s Little Amazon, spot wildlife, walk to Tam Nang Waterfall, and swim in a cool rainforest pool on a half-day tour.
“It was amazing Tay and Boo were very knowledgeable and made the experience amazing . The canoeing was incredible the guides were entertaining and made it so much fun and the waterfall was stunning . Would highly recommend”
Cruise Phang Nga Bay from Khao Lak to James Bond Island and Panyi Village on a five-hour long-tail boat tour with guide and hotel pickup.
“Excellent guide who was knowledge and not afraid to answer all questions He did not rush the tour and allowed us time to look around. Enjoyed the tour and it was the guide that made the whole experience enjoyable.”
Review of Khao Lak bamboo rafting, sea turtle conservation, and Ton Pling Waterfall, with honest advice on value, comfort, weather, and what to expect.
“Great / knowledgeable guide and felt so safe with the driver. Not overly long and water and fruit was a nice touch. Locations were not upo far apart and the waterfall was a great place to end our tour.”
Learn Thai cooking with Apple in Khao Lak, from a local market visit to spring rolls, curry, and a shared meal by the river.
“From the market shopping experience, to creating a curry paste from the scratch, the method to adding the ingredients, the cooking and aromas it produced and the eating of the final product. Amazing experience, and the added bonus that as a group of people all making something different that we enjoyed seeing each dish created method of the construction of each dish and as well tasting everyone else's food. Apple our teacher was fantastic.”
Ride a bamboo raft through Khao Sok, visit a monkey cave temple, sip jungle coffee, and enjoy rainforest views on this four-hour tour from Khao Lak.
“The rafting was good fun and the scenery was beautiful. We loved seeing the monkeys.”
Meet rescued elephants in Khao Lak, prepare treats, watch a river bath, and learn about ethical care on a short guided sanctuary visit.
“Great experience and clear that the elephants living a good life in the sanctuary. The new site with the great tourist meeting point is excellent. The staff is very friendly and explaining about their elephants and about elephants in general. We can only recommend to visit this great Elephant Sanctuary.”
Watch seven Muay Thai bouts and the Wai Khru Ram Muay ceremony at Khao Lak Boxing Stadium, with ringside tickets and free beer available.
Review of the Surin Islands snorkeling trip from Khao Lak, with three snorkel stops, Moken village visit, meals, transfers, and practical tips.
“An amazing day. Picked up on time at the hotel.Well organised well looked after by the team and would definitely do this trip again.”
Snorkel clear coastal waters, visit a quiet beach, and spot monkeys on a four-hour Khao Lak pontoon tour for only $64.
“Visited the most amazing places for snorkelling. My hotel was not showing in the pick up area so offered to meet at the pier, but the activity provider made arrangements to collect from our hotel. Superb service”
Review of Khaolak Elephant Sanctuary’s 2-hour ethical tour, with feeding, jungle walks, rescue stories, photography, and optional hotel pickup.
“I've been to Elephant hills before so wasn't to sure about this one, but it was very good. They do bath the elephants but you can't touch them. Great experience”
Review of the James Bond Island tour from Khao Lak, with sea canoeing, Koh Panyi lunch, cave temple, tips, costs, and drawbacks.
“Great trip, knowledgeable host and great driver. All highlights pointed out and explained by guide and very helpful to take pictures so that both of us could be in the pictures”
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