Tours & Activities in Khao Lak

A day packed with culture, spirituality and flavour. You'll visit three of the most important temples in the Phang Nga province – the Dragon Cave, Bang Rieng Pagoda and Manee Sri Mahathat. First up is the Dragon Cave Temple. Built within and on top of limestone caves, it's as impressive as it is beautiful. Its monks make healing remedies. Next is Bang Rieng Pagoda Temple, high up in the mountains. It is a mixture of Thai and Chinese influences, and its location offers up amazing views of the area.The final temple is Manee Sri Mahathat. It boasts a collection of wax statues of Indian, Chinese and Thai deities. But the most popular of all is that of Phor Than Klai – a monk known as ‘Golden Mouth' because of his ability to predict lottery numbers. And to round off the tour, you'll dine at a restaurant in a mangrove jungle, where you can try traditional delicacies.

Enjoy a day of river rafting, bathing and feeding elephants, and exploring a tropical rainforest by bamboo raft on this tour from Khao Lak. Learn about sea turtles at a conservation center.

At class you will receive expert tuition on the art of cooking traditional Thai cuisine. You will practice the skills I learnt from an early age cooking with Mama. We will learn all about the many ingredients used in Thai cooking whilst touring a local market. This is followed by hands on experience creating your own Thai dishes. You may find Thai cooking easier than you think and you will have a lot of fun learning. You will also receive detailed recipes of everything learnt during class. I can easily accommodate vegans and vegetarians and cater for people with food allergies. Single travellers, couples, groups and families with children are all welcome.

Whether you fancy yourself as a dab hand in the kitchen or you're just starting your culinary journey, this half-day Thai cooking class is the business. You'll pick-up ingredients from an organic garden, and rustle up a trio of typical dishes. Then, it's the part that everyone loves – you'll get to tuck into your own creations. It promises to be a morning or afternoon packed with flavour.You'll start your day like a proper Thai chef. Grab a basket, and you'll help collect all the ingredients you need from the chef's very own organic garden. Afterwards, we'll head into the kitchen to get prepped and get stuck into preparing Thai specialities.The menu features khung sarong, a fried prawn and noodle dish, chicken with cashew nuts and stir-fried vegetables, and a lip-tingling panang curry. And then comes the icing on the cake– once you're done, you'll sit down and enjoy your very own culinary creations. A real taste of Thailand.

Cruise the amazing Phang Nga Bay by traditional longtail boat on a tour from Khao Lak before discovering James Bond Island and Suwan Khuha Cave Temple.

Learn to cook your favourite Thai dish with experienced cooking chef Apple at the Riverside Thai Cooking School overlooking the river flowing through Khao Lak’s town centre. Choose between a morning class with a market tour or an afternoon class with preparing of a sweet Thai dessert.

This tour takes you from sleepy Khao Lak to Phuket– a city that never sleeps. After an afternoon at Patong beach, we'll venture into central Patong to explore its legendary neon nightlife. Thousands roam the streets, browsing the shops, restaurants and the atmospheric nighttime markets.On your way to Phuket, you'll cross the impressive Sarasin Bridge and arrive at Patong beach in the afternoon. Then, it's time for the real fun to start.Wander the bustling streets and see the city after dark. There's plenty to do and even just a stroll around is enjoyable. Hit the shopping streets to bag some souvenirs or look for the nighttime markets, where they sell everything from food to souvenirs. At night, you'll see the city come to life under the glow of street lights and neon signs.

Beat the crowds with an early bird trip to the famous Similan Island. Discover white sandy beaches and crystal-clear waters on this speedboat tour from Phuket or Khaolak that includes a picnic lunch.

Come and discover the most interesting foods at Takua Pa from carefully selected foodstalls and restaurants. Experience the local way of life, food and culture by following our food expert to taste over 10 dishes.

Dotted with luscious islands and staggering rock formations, Phang Nga Bay is a beauty to behold. Join a bay cruise to swim in the turquoise lagoon of Koh Hong and to explore one of the world's most beautiful archipelagos.

Interact with elephants on a half-day animal welfare tour at the Khao Lak Elephant Sanctuary with hotel transfers. Get up close with these gentle giants by feeding and bathing them.

Take out our all-terrain-vehicles (ATV) for an off-road spin! But only after you have enjoyed a nice whitewater rafting session with us. All trips include a stop at Wat Suwannakuha (known as the temple cave and the monkey cave) and swimming at the waterfall which located in Tropical rain forest.

Departing from Khao Lak, this tour sees you speed off into Phang Nga Bay to one of its many highlights – James Bond Island. Sprinkled with Hollywood glamour, it's one of Thailand's top attractions. On this early bird speedboat trip, you'll also canoe through mangrove forests and have lunch in Ko Panyi.Starting early, you'll get to see the incredible limestone karsts in mesmerizing morning light. You'll travel by speedboat though the emerald-green sea to one island that everyone wants to see – James Bond Island, or Khao Phing Kan as it's known locally.Then it's time to ramp up pace with a kayaking experience, where you'll explore a fascinating network of mangrove forests at Tum Lod. Lunch comes courtesy of the locals at Ko Panyi – ‘The Floating Village' – a place built entirely on stilts. We round off with a chance to grab some snaps at the viewpoint of Samet Nangshe.

Swim and snorkel in the emerald waters of the Surin Islands on a full-day snorkeling tour from Khao Lak. Escape the crowds and encounter colorful fish and pristine coral reefs.

Our coastal cruise is perfect for those who really want to relax and get away from normal life. The coast around Khao Lak is made up of misty mountains, lush jungles, small islands, rocks and reefs. This is a fantastic place to see birds and often fish jumping from the water. We start off with a look around the Royal Navy Turtle Conservation Center. This turtle nursery was set up by the royal family to help boost the turtle population around Khao Lak, The Similan and Surin Islands. Our next stop is our pier in the local village. From here we cruise through the stunning, tropical scenery before heading to a long and beautiful beach. There is plenty of time to relax on the beach with some lunch and fresh fruit before returning to your hotel.

Deep in the Takua Pa rainforests lies a ‘lost world'. Known locally as Little Amazon, it's like Jurassic Park without the dinosaurs though there's plenty of exotic wildlife. This adventure kicks off in the old-world town of Takua Pa before exploring Little Amazon by canoe.

Join a day trip to Similan Islands—snorkel with vibrant marine life. Enjoy three meals and a convenient hotel round-trip transfer from Phuket. Dive into paradise with our expert crew.

A cultural full day tour to understand and experience the mentality, beauty, and serenity of Buddhism, the principal religion in Thailand. For this tour program, we select the 3 best local temples to represent aspects from 35,000 Thai monasteries all over the country by the paths of Aranyavasi (Forest Temple: The Individual Meditation Practicing Purpose) and Kamavasi (Urban temple : Social Servicing Purpose)

Southern Thailand is all about waterfalls cascading down steep limestone cliffs, serene rivers snaking their way through forested hills and swaying palm trees by pristine beaches. And all are on the menu in this full day excursion by canoe and 4x4 vehicle.You'll get to immerse yourself in the natural surroundings of Khao Lak as you set off on your own canoe and paddle your way along a river into a dreamlike landscape. Blossoming flowers will welcome you in and you'll soon find yourself in amongst Thailand's paradise. Then, recharge your batteries over tasty Thai food at a local restaurant before climbing aboard a 4x4 for an action-packed afternoon.Expect panoramic views by the dozen during the drive along bumpy country tracks deep into the countryside. Enduring the bumps is well rewarded – a mountain-fresh waterfall set in among virgin rainforest awaits at the end.

Join a guided day trip from Khao Lak or Khao Sok to Khao Sok National Park. Take a boat ride to discover Cheow Lan Lake's most picturesque spots and sit down to lunch on the raft house.

We offers a unique and authentic experience that focuses on learning about and observing the special bond between elephants and their mahouts. Unlike other elephant sanctuaries, we do not allow bathing or feeding the elephants to ensure their safety and well-being. Instead, you will have the opportunity to watch the mahouts as they interact with the elephants, learning about their communication and trust-building techniques, and see how they care for and feed the elephants. During the tour, you will have the opportunity to visit local markets to purchase food for the elephants and even make herbal vitamin snack balls for them. You'll also learn about the communication and trust-building techniques used by the mahouts, and see firsthand how they care for and feed the elephants. The highlight of the tour is undoubtedly the close-up interaction with the elephants, where you can take photos and observe them in their natural environment.

You'll enjoy a night on the town tonight – specifically, Patong Town – Phuket's party capital. Make sure you dress to impress with this one as you head to the glamorous Simon Cabaret show before spending free time in the Bangla Road area. It's a two-hour transfer from Khao Lak to the province's top nightlife spot, so you'll set off early in an air-conditioned coach. When you reach the bright lights of Patong, you'll be dropped off at the theatre for a cabaret show. Simon Cabaret has been going strong since 1991, and matches rainbow-coloured sets with extravagant costumes and high-octane performances.Once you've enjoyed the show, you'll get the chance to have your photograph taken with the stars, complete with elaborate headdresses. Finally, you'll be let loose in Patong's Bangla Road area for free time. Here, you'll find a huge selection of open-air bars and nightclubs – barter for deals with the hostesses before you go in.

Discover the Similan Islands on a full-day guided snorkeling tour by speedboat. Depart from Phuket or Khaolak and visit highlights, including Donald Duck Bay and Princess Bay, and enjoy a Thai lunch.

Explore the unspoiled, remote located Surin Islands on a truly island adventure trip from Phuket by SeaStar Andaman without the usual high amounts of visitors. Get the privilege to snorkel around the pristine reef sites off the Surin Islands following the guidelines of the Green Fins initiative to protect the coral reefs after the massive bleaching in 2010. Learn about the nomadic sea culture of the Moken and spot turtles, reef sharks, eagle rays and with a little bit of luck impressive whale sharks, manta rays and dolphins which often patrol the islands.

A trip to the famous Phi Phi Islands is almost compulsory in Thailand, and an early start gives you the chance to discover their beauty without crowds of tourists. A speedboat ride takes you to the best beaches where you can swim, snorkel and relax. And with Monkey beach, Viking Cave and Pileh Lagoon on the itinerary it's sure to be a great day.

Take the worry out of landing or departing from Phuket Airport and pre-book a private transfer to or from hotels in Khao Lak. Benefit from the services of a professional English-speaking driver and travel in air-conditioned comfort.

A day trip that offers you to visit breathtaking places of nature. Learn and understand Thai culture and local life. You will have a chance to see some wildlife like reptiles, monkeys, hornbills, etc. when on a canoe in Little Amazon. After canoeing, we will visit a waterfall at the National park. Enjoy your lunch at the restaurant at Sri Phang Nga National Park before having a local life experience by visiting "Wat Khongkha Pimuk", a Thai Buddhist temple and we will also go to a Chinese Buddhist temple. Chat with local people at Takuapa Old town and do sightseeing around. Then proceed to visit Ban Nam Kem Tsunami Memorial Park to learn about the Tsunami evacuation procedure.

Far-flung places where you can escape it all and picture-perfect coral reefs are the stars of this full-day snorkelling trip. You'll soon step foot on Ko Rok– a hidden paradise – and find yourself searching for fish in among the corals of Ko Haa as you're whisked away on a speedboat tour from Khao Lak.The fun kicks off in style as you zoom towards Ko Rok, making a quick detour en route to the emerald green lagoon at Pileh Cove in Ko Phi Phi Le. It's only accessible during high tide, but it's a sight worth the diversion. Jump off the boat and grab a few pics from the water. Then, we'll speed across the sea to Lonely Beach on Ko Rok.Here you'll be greeted by powder-white beaches, turquoise waters and banyan tree forests. The waters that lap against cover coral reef so snorkelling here is a real treat. Enjoy a lunch also of tasty Thai food on the beach and, before you know it, you'll be gliding over to protected lagoons of Ko Haa and some more coral snorkelling.

Discover the heartwarming stories and daily routines of rescued elephants on this tour that includes hotel transfers to Khao Lak. Go for a jungle walk with the elephants.

Experience genuine local life away from the crowds. Get hands on with local family and spend a day living as they do in the Khao Sok Jungle. This truly unique experience will be the highlight of your trip to Thailand. We start the day with a quick stop at the Khao Sok viewpoint to get a first glimpse of the breathtaking scenery. From here it is just a short drive to Mr. Yoo's jungle home. Mr. Yoo & his family will help you collect your fresh ingredients and prepare a delicious Thai lunch using traditional methods. Gently cruise down the beautiful Sok River on hand made traditional bamboo rafts. Bamboo rafts have been used in this are for hundreds of years to transport goods and people. Soon the river enters a beautiful gorge with spectacular limestone cliffs on either side. After a while we arrive at a small sandbank by the side of the river where we can stop for a refreshing cup of jungle coffee, brewed in a bamboo kettle & a short walk through the cave to an ancient temple.