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Dive Into Nature: Khao Sok 2-Day Tour on a Floating Bungalow

Khao Sok National Park and floating bungalows are surely one of the bucket list experiences of every traveler coming to Thailand. The unique imagination of unreal sunrise and sunset colors is one of the true highlights of Southern Thailand. A great way to enjoy the bungalows is on a Khao Sok 2-day tour.

This guide to an overnight stay on the floating bungalows in Khao Sok National Park comes from a personal experience. Volunteers Toti and Ale experienced this itinerary while staying at Khao Sok Riverside Cottages, enjoying a little retreat away from the land.

We delve into everything you need to know about spending two incredible days and one unforgettable night in Khao Sok National Park , staying in a floating bungalow amid nature.

There are so many things to do in Khao Sok that 2 days is really not enough. Later in this article we investigate other options for spending time away from the lake.

How to book your Khao Sok 2-day tour

Most people start the overnight lake tour from a resort near Khao Sok village. If you stay around the village, book the tour with your hotel – it makes pick up and drop off simple, and it supports the locals.

If you skip Khao Sok village, you can start the tour from the town of Ban Takhun.  From farther away, you will need to take a private taxi. For more info, contact us or have a look at the Khao Sok Lake Tours page .

Regardless of where you start, it’s recommended to book in advance. The tours are often fully booked several weeks ahead of time.

How much does the overnight lake tour of Khao Sok National Park cost?

The tour costs between 2,800 and 4,400 Baht depending on where you book. It includes all you need to enjoy a proper retreat. Booking through Khao Sok Riverside Cottages, the price is 3,100 Baht. This will include transport from the resort to the pier in an AC Van as well as the boat transfer to your floating bungalow in Khao Sok National Park, and an attentive guide through the whole itinerary.

The tour consists of various activities depending on the season. Some of the best activities we tried were cave exploring, jungle trekking , kayaking on the lake, sunrise wildlife spotting, and so much more. The cost of this tour includes all meals, breakfast when you arrive, lunch, dinner, and fruit snacks.

We recommend starting your tour with a night at Riverside Cottages – check out the Riverside and Raft-house package .

Depending on the time of year, they offer private lake tours at Khao Sok National Park, with bespoke itineraries. These are tailor-made for special occasions. Reach out before arriving in Khao Sok to check for availability.

What to expect in your two days in Khao Sok National Park

As you weave your way through the lush greenery and pristine waters of Khao Sok National Park, get ready to be mesmerized by the stunning limestone cliffs. Rising from the emerald lakes they support a diverse wildlife that call this place home.

We had a blast seeing such beauty from the longtail boat. The scenery is incredible and might resemble what you have experienced in Koh Phi Phi.

Your Home Away from Home: The Floating Bungalows

Waking up was a pleasure. We knew something incredible was awaiting us, but the reality exceeded our expectations. We are not exaggerating.  Imagine waking up to the gentle rocking of your floating bungalow, surrounded by the tranquil sounds of nature. It was everything we could have wanted, and more.  Surely two days will make you hope to be back soon. Make the most of your private patio, with stairs direct into the fresh emerald water.

These unique accommodations offer a once-in-a-lifetime experience, blending comfort with the raw beauty of the national park.

Two days of activities: Exploring Khao Sok

From jungle trekking to canoeing along the Cheow Lan Lake, each moment in Khao Sok is filled with adventure and discovery. Dive into the heart of the rainforest, accompanied by the symphony of chirping birds and rustling leaves.

Hike up the sticky waterfalls to explore the jungle and the endemic species that live here.

Dining Delights: Savouring Local Flavors

What will you love the most, staying in a Khao Sok Bungalow overnight? Maybe it is the fine Thai food. As with your stay at Khao Sok Riverside Cottages, you are embracing a gastronomic journey into traditional and authentic Thai Cuisine. When we stayed here, we had a mission to try everything on the menu. Thai cuisine is bursting with flavors that reflect the rich tapestry of the local ingredients. From spicy curries to fresh seafood, every meal is a culinary delight.

Enjoy the peace of the magic hour. A sunset like no other!

I was on the boat at sunset and had the chance to witness the pinky-orange mountain peaks glowing at their best. On the other side, Ale chose to chill on the patio by the water, reading, and disconnecting while having little to no internet. It was unreal to be completely away for the first time in quite a while.

As the sun sets over the horizon, casting a golden hue over the towering cliffs and shimmering waters, find yourself immersed in a moment of pure serenity. Let the beauty of Khao Sok take your breath away.

Sustainable Travel: Preserving Khao Sok’s Natural Beauty

As mindful travelers ourselves, we recognize the importance of preserving the pristine beauty of Khao Sok National Park for future generations to enjoy. Sustainable travel practices are at the core of our journey. Guiding us to minimize our ecological footprint and respect the delicate balance of this natural paradise. Support local initiatives, reduce waste, and tread lightly on the land. Contribute to the conservation efforts that safeguard Khao Sok’s unique flora and fauna.

Every step we take and every choice we make echoes our commitment to maintaining the integrity of this bio diverse ecosystem.

Extend your stay – Things to do before or after your Khao Sok 2-Day Tour

Extend your Khao Sok adventure by unwinding at the charming Khao Sok Riverside Cottages . They nestle along the tranquil banks of the Sok River. Immerse yourself in the sounds of flowing waters and the whispers of the forest as you relax in this idyllic setting.

Savor moments of peace and serenity at Khao Sok Riverside Cottages. The soothing ambiance of the river blends harmoniously with the natural surroundings. Unwind in your cozy accommodation and let the gentle rhythm of the water lull you into a state of pure relaxation.

Exploration Beyond Borders: Discovering Hidden Gems

Venture beyond the Cottages to explore the hidden gems of Khao Sok, from nearby waterfalls to intriguing caves waiting to be discovered. Just walking around the resort you can find a private beach with chairs to enjoy the river passing by. A few meters away you can soak in the freshwater when it’s too hot.

The friendly staff at reception are always ready to help you find the most suitable activities. Explore beyond the resort, from hiking to canoeing. Experience an Elephant Safari, a night trek in the jungle, or a bike ride around the area. Embark on guided tours or set off on your own adventure to uncover the secrets of this enchanting paradise.

Dining with a View: Culinary Delights by the River

As said before, dining at Khao Sok Riverside Cottages was fantastic. You are tucked away from traffic, tourists, and the distracting atmosphere. However, you are close enough to reach it when you need to.  Every night, we dine al fresco with the tranquil waters of the Sok River as our backdrop.

The restaurant offers a fusion of Thai and international flavors as you immerse yourself in the culinary delights of the region. Pad Thai, Massaman Curry, and Coconut Soup were among our favorites.

Sustainable Practices: Eco-Friendly Escapes

At Khao Sok Riverside Cottages, sustainability is at the heart of their ethos. From eco-friendly initiatives to supporting local communities they, therefore, strive to create a positive impact on the environment while offering guests a comfortable and responsible stay. Ask the staff about the initiatives that they are involved with.

Connecting with Nature: Activities at Your Doorstep

Engage in a variety of nature-based activities right at your doorstep. Enjoy birdwatching or cycling through the verdant trails surrounding the resort. Embrace the great outdoors and forge a deeper connection with the natural wonders of Khao Sok.

Memorable Moments: Creating Everlasting Memories

It is vivid in our minds, every single moment, every single face, every single human that works hard to make guests’ stay memorable. So, as the sun sets over the Sok River, casting a golden glow over the landscape, relish in the beauty of the moment and the memories made during your stay. You will create lasting memories on a two-day adventure at this hidden gem of Thailand. Cherish these unforgettable experiences that will stay with you long after you leave.

Nightfall Adventures: Glimpse into the Nocturnal World

The night was wonderful, too. Enjoy the low light, no sounds, and light breeze that gently crashes on your floating bungalow. If you are an active person, we highly suggest requesting a night safari. As the sun starts to set,  some of the most interesting creatures in the jungle wake up.

Throughout our adventure, we were able to spot many different insects, new species of lizards, all sorts of birds, and many different types of spiders. We even heard wild elephants in the distance. Each night safari is different. There are so many animals to see, such as Atlas Moths, Mouse Deer, Pangolins, and much more!

A Perfect Blend: Riverside Retreat and Jungle Adventure

Extend your stay. Immerse yourself in the best of both worlds with a stay at Khao Sok Riverside Cottages and, additionally,  a thrilling 2-day tour in the heart of Khao Sok National Park. Experience the serenity of riverside living and the excitement of a jungle escapade all in one unforgettable journey. You can book your 2-day adventure on a floating breakfast directly here or ask the lovely staff at reception.

Leave your bags at our Khao Sok Riverside Cottages

To make the most of your adventure, you can leave your bags with us. Enjoy a few days more with us after your lake visit or carry on with your travels. We can support you by storing your bags in our locker room so that you just take the essentials for the overnight lake stay.

Packing Essentials: What to Bring on Your Khao Sok 2-Day Tour?

From lightweight clothing to sturdy hiking shoes, we’ve got you covered with a list of essentials to pack for your Khao Sok 2-day tour. Be prepared for any adventure that comes your way!

When preparing for an overnight stay in Khao Sok’s floating bungalows, pack light and essentials for a comfortable adventure. Include quick-drying clothes, swimwear, insect repellent, sun protection, sturdy footwear for exploring, a light rain jacket, and a reusable water bottle. Don’t forget to bring a flashlight, a camera for capturing the magic, personal toiletries, any required medications, and a good book for unwinding in the tranquil surroundings. Keep your packing minimal yet practical, focusing on items that will enhance your experience in the floating bungalows of Khao Sok National Park.

Journey to Remember

As we bid farewell to the floating bungalows and the breathtaking landscapes of Khao Sok, we also carry with us memories that will last a lifetime. Join this unforgettable yet affordable 2-day tour and discover the magic of one of Thailand’s hidden gems.

By combining the tranquillity of Khao Sok Riverside Cottages with the exhilarating adventures of Khao Sok National Park, you’re in for a truly immersive and unforgettable experience in this tropical paradise.

Make the most of your time in Khao Sok by embracing nature, sustainability, and the spirit of adventure. It’s time to embark on a journey like no other, where the magic of Thailand’s natural wonders awaits you!

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Essential Guide to Khao Sok 2 Day 1 Night Tour, The Best Experience in Thailand

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Thailand has it all and Khao Sok National Park is a one-of-a-kind destination. Here you can get closer to wildlife, kayak between giant limestone cliffs, hike through the jungle and sleep in one of Cheow Lan lake’s floating bungalows. This guide includes all the information you need to understand the area and how to book a Khao Sok 2 day 1 night tour.

When I was in Phuket and trying to plan a trip to Khao Sok National Park I was seriously finding it so difficult. This was partly due to the pandemic and Thailand only recently completely reopening, so some properties were still closed. But I also wasn’t getting clear information on booking a trip, the location of the floating bungalows and how I could reach them!

I also spoke with a few local travel agents in Phuket. They all had the same brochure for a Khao Sok tour, and although their package looked beautiful the price was 9,900THB per person for 2 day 1-night tour of Khao Sok (280USD). Plus, this included return transfers to Phuket and we weren’t planning to go back there. 

I had in my head that I was going to Khao Sok during this trip but I didn’t want to completely break my budget in the first couple of weeks. So I needed to find another way. Then after lots of research and reading blogs, I found a couple of recommendations for a company called  Smileys .

So I emailed them and within a few hours, I had the most helpful response & knew this was the way to go.

In this guide, I will be giving you a full run down on Khao Sok National Park, the booking process with Smileys, prices, transport, tour details and what to pack. I hope this guide answers all your questions and gives you the information you need to plan your trip.

(This wasn’t a sponsored trip, I just loved Khao Sok and believe Smileys is an awesome company to go with).

Where is Khao Sok National Park in Thailand

Khao Sok National Park is located in Southern Thailand in the Provence of Surat Thani. The area still hasn’t been discovered by mass tourism and that in part has to do with the location. But I believe this just makes it even more worth the effort.

When I began planning my trip to Khao Sok it took me a minute to get my bearings on where all the points of interest are located.

So Khao Sok Village, also known as Khlong Sok Village, is located about 4.5 hours away from Phuket and this is the beginning of the National Park. But then it’s a further 60km drive to Cheow Lan Lake Pier where you will get on a boat to the floating bungalows.

However, this isn’t as hard as it sounds and most travellers (including me) spend 1 night in Khao Sok Village to break up the journey before starting a tour.

How to Get to Khao Sok National Park

As I mentioned above from Phuket to Khao Sok it’s a few hours’ drive. There are buses from Phuket Terminal 1 and 2 that depart for Khao Sok Village. 

Bus Terminal 1

This terminal is closer to Phuket Town and it’s very easy to get a local bus here (40THB). From the bus stop in Phuket Town, it’s only a short walk to Terminal 1. Although from T1 there aren’t any direct buses to Khao Sok Village, you would need to change buses in Phangnga.

Bus Terminal 2

Located further away from town, the easiest way to reach Terminal 2 from the west coast of Phuket is by taxi or Tuk Tuk.

From Karon Beach, we booked a Tuk Tuk and he drove us to T2 for 600THB. This terminal has direct buses to Khao Sok Village but they only depart in the morning. 

So we knew that Terminal 2 had direct buses and with nothing booked. We arrived at the station around midday and that was when the staff advised us that all the direct buses had left for the day. Doh!

Not to worry though, there was a bus about to depart for Phangnga, and from there we would transfer to a minibus to Khao Sok Village.

We departed terminal 2 at 12:20, this trip cost 100THB per person and arrived at Phangnga at 14:00.

Then we waited at Phangnga Bus Terminal for just over an hour. The minivan to Khao Sok Village cost 290THB per person and took 2.5 hours. The last bus from Phangnga to Khao Sok leaves at 4 pm.

When the bus arrives at Khao Sok Village it will drop everyone off at the beginning of the main road. There will be plenty of taxis available to take everyone to their accommodation and the drivers quoted 50THB per person. 

We considered walking after all the sitting down we’d done that day, and the walk was only 1km. But a driver insisted and said he would drive us for 60THB total, an offer we couldn’t refuse! 

I always found booking bus & train tickets in Thailand cheaper when purchasing directly at the station. Although, if you’d prefer having everything pre-booked and more organized I would recommend booking online at 12Go .

Information on Khao Sok 2 Day 1 Night Tour

As I mentioned above I had pre-booked this trip a few days prior with Smileys via email or you could always DM them on Instagram.

This tour was seriously one of the best things I’ve ever done in Thailand. The whole national park and particularly Cheow Lan lake is absolutely stunning. 

Our Boat left Cheow Lan Lake Pier and took just under 2 hours to reach the lake house, and we were stopping & slowing down along the way to enjoy the scenery.

The limestone cliffs towering out of the emerald lake, covered in lush jungle, and filled with amazing amounts of wildlife were so magical to see. Cheow Lan Lake is a man-made lake, created in the 80s. I found this so hard to believe because the lake is massive.

Smileys Lake House / Khao Sok Floating Bungalows

Sleeping at Smileys Lake House & waking up surrounded by all this was the absolute best, Khao Sok floating bungalows are the most unique way to experience this part of Thailand!

The Lake House bungalows were basic but had everything we needed. Including electricity & phone charging ports, hot water, an outdoor private ensuite, comfortable mattresses on the floor and direct access to the lake. Our room also had heaps of floor-to-ceiling windows so the fantastic view was never obstructed. 

The bungalow we stayed in was to the right of the dining area (if you were looking at smileys) and these were bigger and looked newer compared to the others. So maybe try and request the right side when booking.

In the middle of the lake house was a large dining hall and this is also where the boats dock. All the meals provided during the tour were included in the price.

I’m Vegan and had mentioned this while I was booking the tour. As soon as we checked in our tour guide “Kit-Kat” (who was awesome by the way) confirmed this with me and always ensured I had plenty of food. Which I did, I was so impressed with all the meals, everything was delicious & even being vegan I still had so much variety. 

During the first day, we had time for swimming & kayaking. The Kayaks are tied to the deck and are free to use. The water is so beautiful & very warm, I loved it but some people complained it was too warm and not at all refreshing.

Hot Tip; when swimming in the lake wearing a life jacket upside down (clip it up and put your legs in the arm holes), is by far the most comfortable way to float around the lake. 

Other Activities in Khao Sok National Park

On both days of the tour, your guide will take you on a longtail boat safari, one in the late afternoon & another early the following day.

I loved these trips, comfortable & relaxing, then, of course, the scenery is beautiful. Before I even arrived at Khao Sok I was determined to see a Hornbill during our trip. And I couldn’t believe it when we saw two flying close by before the boat had even left Smileys for our first safari. 

I was so excited!

Then the next morning we saw around 10 more hornbills, along with monkeys jumping through the trees & Bison on the river banks. 

We didn’t get overly close to any of these animals but close enough to see them all clearly. 

Now, this part of the itinerary I must have skimmed over because I didn’t know what we were in for with a Khao Sok jungle Safari. 

On day 2 of the tour we did nearly a 5km hike through the jungle and also went caving. 

The hike along with Nam Ta Lu Nature Trail was beautiful but since there was recent rainfall parts of the trail were pretty slippery and so many leeches! Unfortunately, we didn’t see any wildlife during this hike, we could hear Gibbons so there is definitely plenty out there. 

Then at the halfway point of the hike, we entreated Nam Talu Cave, it was pitch black and so many bats flew above.

A word of warning about Nam Talu Cave, there are sections of this cave that are very narrow (but never was the roof of the cave low) and you will get completely soaked, at one point the water was up to my neck.

Coming out to the other side of the cave was a relief and also felt like a great achievement. This ended up being one of my favourite parts of the tour.

The Cave isn’t open all year round and usually closes from June 1st to December 14th. During those months there’s heavy rainfall so would be unsafe to go all the way into the cave.

And, if visiting during this time groups are usually taken to a nearby waterfall instead.

Khao Sok 2 Day 1 Night Tour Itinerary

This was the itinerary we did and it can also be found on Smileys website .

08:30-8:45 pick up from your hotel in Khao Sok 09:00 minivan transfer to Cheow Lan lake 10:00 stop at 7/11 shop (ATM available) 10:30 local boat transfer to Smiley lake houses. On the way visiting Guilin of Thailand rocks Noon lunch and free time 17:00 evening boat safari 19:00 dinner

06:30 morning boat safari 08:00 breakfast 09:00 Nam Taloo cave trekking Noon lunch 14:00 local boat transfer to Cheow Lan lake pier 15:00 minivan transfer to Khao Sok Village

Instead of going back to the Village, we were dropped at a local bus station after the tour as we were travelling to Surat Thani City. So if you didn’t want to return to town just mention it to your tour guide and they can organise alternative transfers for you. 

But if you were returning to Khao Sok Village, you could leave most of your luggage stored at your accommodation and just take a small overnight bag to the lake.

How Much Does a Khao Sok 2 Day 1 Night Tour Cost?

The whole tour, including food and activities, cost 2,500THB per person. Plus, 1 night’s accommodation at Smileys bungalows with breakfast was 740THB, we paid for this in cash on arrival.

Then when you get to Cheow Lan Lake Pier you’ll be required to pay 300THB for National Park fees and a 20THB Pier fee, per person. 

So total for 2 nights and 2 days, two adults cost approximately 175 U.S dollars.  

In my option for the service & experiences we were given, this is a bloody bargain! 

Where to Stay in Khao Sok National Park

I would recommend to anyone booking this tour to also stay the night before in Khao Sok Village, regardless of where you will be travelling from. There’s always the chance of delays with transport and as the tour starts early morning it’s better to already be in town.

When I booked the Khao Sok 2 day 1 night tour, I also booked the night before at Smileys Bungalows. I just figured it was easier getting everything booked at once and the room was only 500THB + 120THB if you wanted breakfast.

Our room at Smileys bungalows was very comfortable & clean. The Wi-Fi in the dining area was amazing, a much better connection than what I was getting in Phuket. And, I took advantage of this as there’s no wifi or signal on the lake. 

Khao Sok Village is one long road lined with restaurants, bars, a few shops and heaps of accommodation options. Plus there were also ATM facilities and a convenience store.

Even if you choose not to book this tour with Smileys to get the full Khao Sok experience you need to spend at least one night in one of Cheow Lan lake’s floating bungalows. Depending on your budget there is also a couple of more up-market bungalows on the lake.

Panvaree Resort – these bungalows include a proper bed & ensuite, T.v and air conditioning. 

500 Rai Floating Resort – the bungalows here also include a bed & ensuite, and a private patio.

Packing List For Khao Sok National Park 2 Day 1 Night Tour

Water Shoes – these are a must while caving, your shoes will 100% be getting very wet. 

Waterproof/Dry Bag – also very useful when caving to keep your items dry. At times the water was deep and wouldn’t have been possible to just hold everything above your head. 

Portable Charger – the bungalows do have charging ports but the occasional power outage is also very possible, so at least you’d have this as a backup. 

Head Torch – another one for caving, I was luckily able to borrow someone else’s head touch but I would have been in trouble without on. 

Bathers – obviously you wouldn’t want to miss out on swimming in the lake. 

Hat & Sunscreen – it can get very hot & sunny so remember to be sun smart. 

Padlock – the bungalow door didn’t lock so if you’re concerned about your belongings it would be best to bring your own padlock. 

GoPro – the only camera you’ll be able to use while caving, plus it’s fun to take out on the kayak as well.

Drink Bottle – you will be able to refill your bottle with drinking water at Smileys and this will of course cut down the use of plastic bottles. 

Why Visit Khao Sok National Park

When people asked this question the first thing that comes to mind is why not? This is such a beautiful part of Thailand, away from any hustle & bustle. And, you won’t be asked once if you want to have a look in anyone’s shop!

This is an untouched part of Thailand and for such a reasonable price I would highly recommend you to visit & soak in all the natural beauty. 

My Final Thoughts On The Khao Sok 2 Day 1 Night Tour

ABSOLUTELY AMAZING.

I loved everything about these 2 days, from the service, the bungalows, food and company. Then of course the location, it was a real pinch-me moment seeing so many limestone cliffs towering out of the water, covered in flora and fauna. 

I seriously loved it and Smileys was an awesome company to go with. I hope this guide has convinced you to visit Khao Sok National Park and has answered all your questions. Although, if you do have any more please comment below or send me an email. 

Thanks for reading,

Happy Travels 

Where should you visit after Khao Sok? My suggestion is to head north to Thailand’s first resort destination, Hua Hin . 

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Elyse is the author & content creator behind A World To Live. After traveling to over 40 countries, she has a passion for discovering new places. Elyse is a money-conscious traveller who loves writing independent travel guides to help her readers get the most out of their travels.

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This post has 16 comments.

I always love reading your articles. They always transport me right to the destination. You’re so descriptive! And, those bungalows look like something I would love… To me, the price seems quite fair. I like that you included the price as sometimes I’m so unsure about booking unfamiliar places! Smileys sound great and I’m so pleased you had a good experience! I’ll definitely be saving this for if I ever plan a trip there.

Thank you so much Trea, really appreciate your comment. I always like to include prices as it’s such a big factor for some

Thailand looks like such an awesome destination! Thank you for sharing your detailed itinerary, it makes me want to go. 🙂

I was so disappointed with Phucket when I visited a few years ago, but as someone who loves natures, I really should have discovered Khao Sok National Park and gone there instead. It looks lovely and I am so glad you found a good tour group to go with. That can really make or break a trip!

If you didn’t enjoy the tourist and busyness of Phuket, you should definitely check out Khao Sok, it’s so beautiful

This trip looks awesome. The on-the-lake bungalows sound like fun, and the wildlife viewing plentiful.

Your photos are incredible. What a thorough and thoughtful guide to visiting Khao Sok–great to know that you were even able to get some solid wifi while you were there!

We had a busy visit to Thailand but I now wish we stayed longer and visited Khao Sok National Park. I would love to explore those limestone cliffs. And sleeping in a floating bungalow sounds like a lot of fun and a wonderful way to enjoy your surroundings. Good thing you were persistent and found a good option with Smileys to visit. What an interesting experience in the Nam Talu Cave. A great guide to help others to enjoy this treat in Thailand.

Thanks so much for your comment Linda

This national park looks like heaven on earth! I’m obsessing over Thailand right now!

Khao Sok NP sounds like a fabulous place to visit in a stunning part of the world. I can’t wait to go back to Thailand! Thanks so much for the inspiration!

The wanderlust is real – this looks like the perfect itinerary! This national park? Ugh heaven!!

So glad you like it, Samantha. It was seriously the best

Thanks for the info. We are planning for Khao sok this Christmas. Our only concern is we are still not sure about our itinerary. So we are exploring ‘Book Now – Pay Later’ option. Is that possible? We don’t want pay and commit as we are not sure about our dates…

Hey Santosh, thanks for your comment. This is exciting. I don’t believe this would be a problem, I booked my trip last minute and didn’t pay anything until I arrived. Maybe just email Smiley Bungalows and see what their availability is looking like?

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Khao Sok National Park in southern Thailand is truly an amazing place. The oldest evergreen rain-forest in the world, Khao Sok is home to huge limestone mountains shooting straight up into the air, deep valleys, breath-taking lakes, exciting caves, wild animals and much more. Khao Sok is a fantastic place for vacation. This overnight tour will bring you even closer to the fascination of the jungle. During your expedition, you will spend the night in a Tree House, a unique experience in the heart of the jungle. Our activities for two days include elephant bath or jungle trekking, canoe or bamboo rafting along the river. And of course, a 1.5 hour trek through the rain forest rounds off the tour with insights into the park geology and unique flora and fauna.

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2 days 1 nigh itinerary:

• 08:30 Pick-up from your hotel
• 09:00 Stop at Takuapa Market
• 10:00 Bamboo rafting along Sok River
• 10:30 Stop at the cave for coffee & tea break
• 12:00 Lunch at a restaurant
• 13:30 Elephant bath and waterfall
• 15:00 Snacks and Drinks
• 16:00 Check in at Tree house, relax
• 19:00 Diner
• 07:00 Breakfast
• 08:00 Jungle Trekking
• 12:00 Lunch
• 13:30 Departure
• 16:00 Arrival back at Hotel

3 days 2 nigh itinerary:

• 13:00 Depart for Pier
• 14:15 Travel by Long-tail
• 15:00 Check in to Floating House & Relax
• 19:00 Dinner at Floating House
• 20:00 Relaxing
• 08:00 Jungle Trekking and Coral Cave
• 12:00 Lunch at Floating House
• 13:30 Depart Floating House

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On and around the Khao Sok Cheow Laan Lake, for a real experience with a true local guide..

Khao Sok is one of Thailand's most beautiful national parks, with lots of wildlife including hornbill, gibbons, wild elephants, bears and more. Our English-speaking local guide can offer you the best opportunity to see these wild animals and get a unique overview of the environment.

All tours are just for your group - be it a couple, or a family or a bunch of friends – it’s YOUR adventure, we are happy to make it super special just for you…

Cheow Laan Lake borders Khao Sok, and offers a once-in-a-lifetime experience featuring towering limestone cliffs, breath-taking hiking, original rainforest, wild elephants and ancient cave explorations. A unique travel destination!

No visit to Southern Thailand is complete without a stop off in Khao Sok National Park. We are conveniently located between the travel destinations of Phuket, Krabi, Pang Nga and Koh Samui. 

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Our tours include sightseeing, swimming, kayaking, evening and morning safaris, delicious meals. 

We will take you back to the roots! Away from it all -- and at our lake accommodation -- even totally off the grid. We will take you to beautiful floating bamboo rafthouses surrounded by incredible scenery, or a lake tour with bamboo raft, jungle trekking on foot or even a night in the jungle while sleeping in hammocks and cooking in bamboo. Wildlife spotting is of course part of all our tours. We should see and hear hornbill, monkey, gibbon, sometimes even elephants. But even if you don't, you will see and learn a lot about nature and the Thai local lifestyle.

We also offer specific tours with a focus on getting to know the local lifestyle. Visit a local village, local house, local market, rubber and fruit plantations, weaving, learn to make bamboo toys and more ... Or just book our 3 day / 2 night tour and get a bit of it all!

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Khao Sok Lake Overnight Bamboo Group Tour

The Khao Sok Lake Overnight Bamboo Group Tour is the cheapest way to see Khao Sok Lake. The group tours are typically organized through the Khao Sok Tourism Association. Your accommodations are private, 2 or 3 person bungalows, but the boat and Khao Sok National Park Certified Local Guide are shared with a group of 12-20 people. If you are a solo traveler, you may have to share a bungalow with someone else.

- sleep in a traditional bamboo floating bungalow, - eat traditional southern thai meals, all-inclusive, - see the world's oldest jungle on a lake safari, - have a chance to swim, hike and kayak, day 1 start time - 10:15 am at our office in ban ta khun .  , day 2 end time - 13:00 pm (the next day) at our office in ban ta khun, getting here -, a taxi is the best (and often only) way to arrive hereby 10:15 am., ↓ please add pick up to your booking form here ↓.

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The Khao Sok Lake Overnight Bamboo Group Tour is the most social and economical option because you will be sharing your boat and guide with ~12-20 others. Your accommodations are private, 2-3 person Raft House s. Wanna save money and still get the chance to see the world's oldest rainforest? This may be the perfect tour!

• depart from our ta kuhn office to rajaprabha dam, • board your long tail boat, • lunch at your raft house, • depending on the season, your guide will lead you through the jungle to a cave, viewpoint, or waterfall, • evening boat safari on the way back to the bungalow complex, • traditional thai dinner, • sleep in your floating bamboo bungalow, • morning mist wildlife-spotting boat safari, • breakfast, • free time for one last swim, • check out at 9:00 and return to the pier, stopping at guilin along the way for pics and maybe a swim if you're feeling brave, • arrive at the pier by 11:00 and head to a local favorite spot for an authentic thai lunch, • return to our office by 13:00, • taxi to your next destination (not included).

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Khao Sok National Park | The Ultimate Adventure Travel Guide

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• Post last modified: Updated on April 2, 2024

The ultimate destination for nature lovers who want to disconnect from technology and immerse themselves in one of the most unique natural surroundings in the world. You’ll feel like you traveled back through time as you experience one of the most majestic places in Thailand at Khao Sok National Park.

Not so long ago, we mentioned that  jungle trekking in Indonesia  and coming face-to-face with orangutans in the wild was THE most unforgettable experience we’ve had. Now we can add another to the list: witnessing the otherworldly beauty of Khao Sok and hiking through a water cave. Read on to find out how you can experience this once-in-a-lifetime adventure for yourself.

If it’s your first time travelling to Thailand, make sure you read our  7 Krabi travel tips . We may have written it specifically for Krabi, but most of the tips are applicable for travelling anywhere in Thailand.

We share useful tips like how much to budget daily, whether it is card friendly and even how to rent a scooter in Thailand.

Why Khao Sok National Park

Khao Sok National Park is one of Thailand’s most beautiful national parks and a magical hidden gem destination. The locals often compare its landscapes to Guilin in China and Halong Bay in Vietnam, but for those like us who love our fantasy movies, it is better known for its Jurassic Park/Avatar-like scenery.

And the cherry on top? A fraction of the tourists compared to Guilin and Halong Bay. And you don’t need a tourist visa to visit Thailand for most nationalities.

That means no more photos with tourists holding giant iPads in your photo’s background, and no queuing for tourists visas at the airport.

Now that’s what we call a win-win situation.

Top Things To Do in Khao Sok National Park

There are plenty of outdoor activities to do and explore in Khao Sok. From jungle trekking (guided and non-guided), visiting elephant sanctuaries to relaxing in natural hot springs and tubing down the river.

However the top, ‘not-to-be-missed’ attraction is the Khao Sok Lake Tour . Why? Because this is where you will be transported to Jurassic Park (without the dinosaurs), and for the more adventurous types, experience hiking through a water cave!

This was definitely the highlight of our trip and an experience we would do again!

How to Get to Khao Sok National Park

There are 3 ways to get to Khao Sok National Park. The easiest, but most expensive way is by private taxi transfer . This costs around €80 in total (max 4 people) and includes pick-up and drop-off from your hotel in Phuket to Khao Sok.

The second option is to share a bus transfer from Phuket town to Khao Sok. This option costs €24 per person in a comfortable, air-conditioned van.

The last option to get to Khao Sok is by public transport. It’s the cheapest but also most adventurous option (mostly because of the language barrier). This costs a fraction of the price at around 220 Thai Baht per person or €6.50 .

Make sure you read our Thailand Transportation guide if it’s your first time. Otherwise, here’s how you get from Phuket to Khao Sok via public transport.

Getting from Phuket to Khao Sok by Public Bus

• Head to the central bus station in Phuket town (refer to map)
• Go to the ticket desk and purchase a bus ticket from Phuket to Khao Sok
• Buses leave every hour from 7AM to 3PM so make sure you arrive at least 40 minutes before the hour to purchase your ticket (tickets can’t be purchased online and space is given on a first-come-first serve basis)
• Depending on the bus, you may need to change buses at Takua Pa (just ask the desk to double check)
• The entire trip should take 4 hours and you will arrive at the main bus station at Khao Sok town and VOILA!

Getting from Phuket or Khao Lak to Khao Sok

Want to head straight from the beach to the rain forests but it’s too much of a mission? Don’t worry, there is an easy way to get to Khao Sok from Khao Lak and Phuket!

It will take a few hours hours to get there, but we promise it is worth it. Book a day trip from Phuket to Khao Sok or a transfer from Khao Lak to Khao Sok  online and save yourself time and hassle later.

Khao Sok National Park Tours: Overnight Tour vs Day Tour

The absolute must-do Khao Sok National Park tour, is the Cheow Lan Lake Tour . You can just do the day tour or stay overnight on a floating bungalow for 1 or 2 nights.

We highly recommend staying over for at least one night to make the most out of this unique experience. That way, your tours won’t be as rushed, you have a higher chance at spotting wildlife and you can enjoy kayaking or swimming in the lake with many toothless fish.

We actually opted to stay over for an extra night (2 nights, 3 days) so we could have an entire day to ourselves, kayaking from island to island, swimming in the lake and have time to appreciate the lake and its beautiful surroundings.

If you’re short on time, then a day tour is better than nothing. If you’re arriving by bus from Phuket, stay the night in Khao Sok village and book your day tour for the following day. Find out how much it costs and what it includes below.

Cost of Khao Sok Lake Day Tour

1500 Thai Baht (€42) per person and 750 Thai Baht (€21) for children under 120cm tall.

What Does the Day Tour Include

• Jungle trekking through Tham Nam Ta Lu (Water Cave) or coral cave (depends on the season and water level) with an expert guide
• Round trip transfer (from hotel in Khao Sok)
• Thai set lunch
• Drinking water
• Local Travel guide (English speaking)
• Long tail boat

Excluded items:

• Khao Sok National Park fee (300 Thai Baht per person)
• Other drinks (i.e. soda, beer, happy buckets, etc.)

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Price of Khao Sok Lake Overnight Tour

2500 Thai Baht (€70) per person and 1250 Thai Baht (€35) for children under 120cm tall – this is for 1 night and 2 days and includes the floating bungalows accommodation and all meals.

The kayaks and tubes are free to use. Sounds like a great deal but don’t be fooled by these innocent boats. They can end friendships and relationships.

If you want to extend your stay by an extra night like we did, it costs an extra 1500 Thai Baht per person and includes all meals for the extra day.

What Does the Overnight Tour Include

• Morning jungle safari tour by long tail boat
• Visit Pra Kay Petch Cave (dry cave)
• Round trip transfer (from hotel in Khao Sok)
• 1 night’s accommodation on raft house (2 person/room)
• Free use of kayaks and tubes
• A towel each

Khao Sok Floating Bungalows

The price for the Khao Sok Lake tours are standardized, whether you book from a tour operator or from your hotel. But there may be differences in the type of hotel you get and whether or not the tour operator provides water shoes, head lamps and water bags so you don’t need to buy them yourself.

Make sure to ask which hotel it is, especially if you want your own bathroom. The bamboo bungalows look very pretty and romantic, but none of them have their own bathrooms, so you’ll need a torch to get to the loo at night.

If you don’t want to hike to the bathroom (ok, maybe ‘hike is over exaggerating) then make sure your tour operator books you to stay at  Smiley Bungalows . The accommodation is also very basic, but each bungalow has its own bathroom attached to each unit.

If it’s a special occasion and you don’t mind paying more, there are also some luxurious options available:

• Khao Sok National Park Overnight Stay in a Treehouse Bungalow (includes meals and excursions)
• 3 Day Floating Resort on Cheow Lan Lake in Khao Sok (includes meals and excursions)
• 2 Day / 1 Night stay Cheow Lan Lake and Wildlife Tour (includes meals and transfer)

Before making those hotel bookings, read our Travel For Cheap Guide to find out how we save up to 53% booking flights, hotels and car rental.

Khao Sok Floating Bungalows Review

This part is more for managing expectations rather than a review. The floating bungalow on the lake is very basic. You’re on a lake after all, surrounded by one of the most ancient rainforests in the world. At least you don’t need to set up your own camp and dig a hole to handle your business right?

At Smiley Bungalows , each unit can sleep up to 3-4 people but the minimum is 2 in each unit. So you may be paired with someone if you’re travelling solo.There is no A/C, but there is a fan in the room. The shower is cold to lukewarm at best.

We found the accommodation to be more than sufficient. The only thing that can be improved is cleanliness. The bed sheets and pillow cases are not changed on a daily basis even though new people arrive every day (we’re only slightly OCD…).

If you’re addicted to the internet, you going to have to detox here as there is no cellphone signal or wi-fi. As internet addicts ourselves, we can tell you that it wasn’t so bad and was actually quite liberating. To conserve electricity, the rooms only have electricity between 6PM and 6AM, but you can charge your phones and cameras at the dining/bar area anytime of the day.

What to Pack for the Khao Sok National Park Tour

• Water shoes/comfortable walking shoes that you don’t mind getting wet and muddy
• Headlamps (if your tour operator doesn’t provide them)
• Costume/bikini/speedo (whatever you fancy)
• A set of dry clothes for the second day
• Mosquito spray
• Leech spray (only necessary when you go during monsoon season)
• Toiletries (shampoo, soap)
• Extra toilet paper
• Dry bag (25 litre is the most versatile size)

We would recommend you pack everything into your dry bag and leave the rest of your luggage at your accommodation’s reception or storage area. Some tour operators will even store your luggage for you. It is important that you only take what you need.

We recommend getting the  Ocean Pack 25 litre dry bag , as it is the most versatile. If you love adventure, particularly ones that involve water, this bag will come very handy for all your future trips.

In Khao Sok town, they cost around 400 Thai Baht (€11) but you can also buy it on Amazon. There are cheaper dry bags, but the quality is not great and won’t last as long as Ocean Pack. We’ve had ours for 9 years and it’s still in perfect condition.

What Shoes to Wear For Khao Sok Lake Tour

If you don’t want to ruin your trainers, you can rent rubber shoes for the jungle trek for 50 Thai Baht (€1.40) at Smiley Bungalows. They will give you more grip than trainers, so we would recommend you rent these rather than wear your trainers.

We wore our usual  Mares Dive Booties  for the entire hike. They are meant for diving, but we use them for all our water sport activities and even hike with them when the terrain is muddy and slippery. We absolutely love that they are super lightweight, versatile and very resilient. We’ve have had ours for over 6 years and besides a small hole in the front, they work perfectly and are easy to clean.

Don’t Forget Travel Insurance

Travel insurance will protect you against injury, illness, theft and even trip cancellation. It’s comprehensive cover in case anything goes wrong. We never go on a trip without it as we’ve had to use it many times in the past. Here are our favourite companies that offer the best value and service:

• SafetyWing  (best for everyone)
• AXA  (for US residents)
• Outbacker  (for UK residents)
• Allianz  (for Germany residents)

Khao Sok National Park Itinerary

Hiking through water cave.

This was no doubt the highlight of the trip and one that shouldn’t be missed. Your tour operator will take you for a short, long tail boat ride to the start of the hiking trail through the rainforest, to get to the entrance of the cave. It’s a short 3km walk to the entrance of the cave, which was not difficult at all and mostly flat.

When you get to the cave, that’s when the real adventure and fun begins. It was our first experience hiking through a pitch black cave, with only our headlamps to guide us, amongst bats, frogs, spiders and who knows what else (eeek!).

And to add to the adventure, the water in some parts of the cave are over 2 meters deep, which means we had to muster all the doggy paddling skills we had to manoeuvre ourselves through some very narrow sections of the cave.

It was one of the most exhilarating experiences we’ve had to date and we would do it again in a heartbeat!

Morning Jungle Safari Tour in Khao Sok National Park

Early morning wake up at 5:30AM to start your morning safari around the lake. If you’re lucky and the sky is clear, you’ll get to see the most magnificent sunrise, peeking out between the majestic limestone cliffs.

Thereafter, it’s a 90 minute lake safari tour with the chance of spotting some wildlife. We saw monkeys, a large monitor lizard, a variety of birds and a family of river otters. If you’re lucky, you’ll see gibbons, elephants and cobras that often hang in the tree branches.

Pra Kay Petch Cave Hike in Khao Sok

A small cave you will visit on your way back to the Ratchaprapha Marina. This cave is dry and much easier to navigate through than Water Cave, but also less exciting. The highlight of this cave is seeing coral rocks that are thousands of years old, spotting snake eggs and even a live snake! Don’t worry, they’ll be long gone by the time your brain figures out what you just saw.

Where To Book Khao Sok National Park Tours

The price of the tour is pretty much standardised but what the type of experience you’ll get will differ. Some tour operators are only able to book the bamboo hut floating bungalows, which has a communal bathroom to share amongst all the units.

Other tour operators will be able to book you into floating bungalows like Smiley’s where you can have a bit more privacy with your own bathroom. With or without bathroom, both tour packages will cost exactly the same. So take your pick based on your personal preference.

Khao Sok National Park Hotels

We booked our tour at the  Montania Lifestyle Hotel  (renamed from Khao Sok Royal Cliff Resort and Spa) where we stayed overnight before going on the Khao Sok Lake Tour.

The price of the tour cost exactly the same as what the tour operators were selling. The difference was that the hotel had kindly arrange to pack toiletries and extra toilet paper for us to take with, so that we didn’t have to buy.

The hotel also kept our luggage safe in their storage room while we were on the Lake Tour so we didn’t have to pay for accommodation we wouldn’t use.

If you would like to stay at the Bamboo Huts, you can book directly with Sunny from Khao Sok Jungle Hostel . When you book with him, he includes the rubber shoes that you can use for the cave as well as a dry bag. He is also an amazing guy to speak to and ask for recommendations on the best places to visit in Thailand.

Besides being super friendly, he is also very honest and will tell you which tours you should or shouldn’t go on, even if it means you don’t book the tour with him.

It was honestly so refreshing to meet and befriend him. Someone who wants travellers to come and enjoy every moment in his home country, rather than just trying to make a quick buck off tourists. If it weren’t for him, we wouldn’t have enjoyed Khao Sok as much as we did and be able to share all these travel tips with you.

How Many Days Should You Stay in Khao Sok National Park

We stayed for 4 days and were only able to visit the Monkey Temple (actual name Wat Tham Phanthurat), explore Khao Sok town and do the 2 night, 3 day Khao Sok Lake Tour. If you want to jungle trek in Khao Sok National Park or visit an elephant sanctuary, then you’ll need an extra day or two.

We stayed at the  Montania Lifestyle Hotel , which we enjoyed thoroughly. It’s a great option for couples or families as they have a big garden and a lovely pool too.

If you’re travelling alone or looking for a more budget friendly option, check out  Khao Sok Jungle Hostel . It’s very affordable and you get great value for money.

Is there Malaria in Khao Sok National Park

No, but there are mosquitoes, so make sure you get some bug spray. But don’t worry, you’ll get a good night’s rest at the floating bungalows as there are no mosquitoes there.

Is Khao Sok A Family Vacation Destination?

All the activities on the lake tour are kid friendly except for the water cave. There are several points in the water cave where it is more than a meter deep and the deepest section is around 2 meters deep, so children (and adults) need to be strong swimmers.

Best Time of Year to Visit Khao Sok National Park

The best time of the year to visit Khao Sok is outside the rainy season, between November and April. But with that being said, it may rain even in the dry season since the province receives some of the highest rainfall in Thailand.

You’ll need some luck with the weather because some of the activities are weather dependent, like hiking through the water cave.

If it looks like it will rain or is raining, then that leg of the trip will either have to be cancelled or postponed. No one wants a repeat of the Thai soccer team cave rescue mission (unless you want to sign a deal with Netflix).

Best Places To Visit In Thailand

We loved every moment in Khao Sok, from its friendly people to its unique, mystical natural scenery. If you’re on an extended trip in Thailand, why not explore more of its beautiful landscapes and other hidden gems? We have a complete  guide on how to get around Thailand  using its extensive public transport system. This is how we got to some of the  most beautiful beaches in Thailand  on the island of Koh Phangan.

If you like a bit more adventure and want to experience some of the most exciting hiking adventures in Thailand, then check out our  3 day itinerary in Krabi . If you’re more of a water baby,  why not scuba dive  around the Similan and Surin Islands? It is voted as one of the top 10 scuba diving sites in the world.

Make sure to read our  first scuba dive liveaboard experience in Thailand  before chartering on your own adventure.

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Khao sok national park, private tour | 3-days/2-nights private tour in cheow lan lake.

For the August dates, the rooms are rapidly getting fully booked at the average and high end raft houses. You are recommended to book earliest possible. Guide availability may also be an issue in time.

Situated between Khao Sok National Park and Khlong Saeng Wildlife Sanctuary, Cheow Lan Lake has one of the most beautiful scenic views in Thailand.

While a 2-day/1-night stay leaves less time for various activities due to check-in and check-out times from the raft houses, a 3-days/2-nights tour gives a much better opportunity to enjoy more of the attractions and activities around the lake.

With the 3-days/2-nights tour in Cheow Lan Lake you will be able to see scenic rock formations, hike to a viewpoint, visit a cave, hike in the jungle, kayak and drive around in the vicinity of your raft house for wildlife watching. The tour includes two nights stay in a raft house (floating bulgalows/floating resorts) of your choice, a private guide and a private boat with driver.

Why to book?

While the group tours offered by most companies are conducted with larger boats, shared by 12-18 people and has a fixed itinerary, no others will share the guide or the boat with you during our tours. Our tours are strictly private and flexible.

Raft house options

500 rai floating resort (deluxe).

500 Rai Floating Reosrt is one of the two top raft houses in the lake, with 15 houses/cabins of various sizes. The raft house is located at the far end of the lake, between Phupha Waree and Krai Son raft houses, with one of the best views in the lake.

Following are the type of rooms;

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Panvaree The Greenery Floating Resort (deluxe)

While most raft houses in the lake have on average around two dozen bungalows, Panvaree The Greenery Raft House have fewer which makes it a relatively quiet place even when the place is fully booked. Quality wise it is no doubt one of the best and most popular raft houses in the lake. The raft house is located in the entrance of Khlong Long tributary.

• Superior 2 pax - For 2 adults or 2 adults + small child (child to share same bed as parents but quoted half price). Room can be with either a double bed or two single beds, unfortunately can't be chosen, either one can be booked depending on availability and other circumstances.
• Family rooms; For 3+ pax

The price for rooms varies depending on week-day, week-end day or holidays.

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Phupha Waree Raft House

Phupha Waree Raft House is set back in a private alcove just inside Klong Pey, compared to most basic/average raft houses in the lake it is considered a bit better option. The rooms are equipped with 2 joined queen size beds, a private bathroom, a/c, balcony and can accommodate 2-4 people. While the smaller rooms will be booked for up to 3 people, the larger rooms will be booked for 4 people.

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Laguna Cheow Lan Raft House

Laguna Cheow Lan Raft House is located in Khlong Long tributary, in the middle of the lake. Each room have a king size and a single bed, private bathroom, a/c, balcony and can accommodate up to 3 people. The beds are on the floor.

(a new increased price will apply for Laguna Cheow Lan from January 2025 onwards)

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Sai Chon Raft House

Sai Chon Raft House is a cheaper alternative compared to high end ones, located in Khlong Long tributary of the lake, not too far from the pier. The quality is somewhere between bamboo and high end options. The rooms can accommodate 2-4 people with king size beds, equipped with fans and has rooms with private bathroom.

Unlike the other raft houses, kayaking is not free at Sai Chon Raft House, rental will cost 200 Baht per kayak. The price is optional, not included in our listed price.

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Krai Son Raft House (basic bamboo)

Krai Son is perched at the entrance to Klong Yee at the remote end of the lake. It is equipped with traditional style bamboo bungalows (2 pax, double beds), no fan, with shared bathroom facilities on land next to the raft house. It is the only raft house on the lake with a view of sunrise and sunset. Local attractions include a viewpoint hike which overlooks the entire lake, and it is close by to the Khlong Saeng wildlife sanctuary not too far from Phupha Waree.

We do not recommend Krai Son to families with kids.

Krai Son Raft House doesn't have any kayaks.

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The following itinerary is just an example. Depending on the location of your raft house, weather conditions, your suggestions or eventual shorter/longer time you may decide to spend at attractions may change the planning. Example; you may decide to do more kayaking, skip some activities for the other, or simply just decide to relax and spend some time with friend(s)/family at the raft house.

• 10 am, Board your long-tail boat at Rajjaprabha Dam (Cheow Lan Lake Pier) enjoy the scenic tour of limestone karst formations on the way to floating bungalows
• Check in to the raft house. Enjoy a traditional Thai lunch
• Depart for a guided hike to a nearby viewpoint which has a breathtaking view over the lake
• Return to the raft house for a swim, relax and enjoy the scenery
• Afternoon wildlife safari by boat
• Enjoy your dinner
• Board long tail boat for a morning wildlife safari by boat
• Return to the rafthouse for free time
• After lunch, guided jungle hike
• Return to the raft house for a swim, relax
• Enjoy a traditional Thai dinner
• Rise before breakfast for the morning mist safari, the best time to gibbons, macaques and dusky leaf monkeys
• Return to raft house for breakfast
• Explore the surrounding area by kayak
• Depending on the raft house and it's location, check-out from the raft house is around 9:30 am, tour ends around 10:30 to 11 am

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Where & When?

The tour starts at Cheow Lan Lake Pier (Rajjaprabha Dam), 65 km from park headquarters. We can arrange transfers from/to Phuket, Khao Lak, Krabi, Ao Nang, Surat Thani and Khao Sok village on request.

The nearest airports are Surat Thani (~1h), Krabi (~2h) and Phuket Airport (~2.5h), you are recommended to arrive to the area a day before the tour start. This tour is not recommended to start the same day when arriving from the islands or to the airport far away.

This tour is operated all year round.

When to book?

High seasons months in the lake are November to April and July/August. Bookings for these months should be done far in advance, earliest possible. Even if some raft houses may still have rooms available days/weeks before, guide availability is more of a concern. The guides may get fully booked months in advance for the busiest times of the year. During the low season months there is less risk of unavailability. 

Panvaree The Greenery superior rooms should be booked at least 6-12 months in advance for the busier months of the year, even the family rooms may get room far in advance. It is one of the most popular raft houses in the lake.

Laguna Cheow Lan should be booked at least 5-6 months in advance for the high seasons months, they are constantly fully booked at least 3-4 months ahead.

Phupha Waree can be booked a couple of months ahead, but during the high seasons they may get fully booked most dates 1-3 months ahead. There is greater risk for them to get fully booked during the week-ends.

Sai Chon should also be booked earliest possible for any week-end/holiday concerned dates.

Krai Son tends to have availability for the most year even if booked days/weeks in advance but can be fully booked months in advance for long week-end holidays.

Tour details in short:

• Duration: 3 days/2 nights
• Type: Private tour
• Price: * see price table *
• Group size: 2 or more people
• Grade: Easy
• Transport: Long-tail boat
• Start: 10 am (day 1)
• End: around 10:30 to 11 am (day 3)

What to bring:

• Rain clothing, specially on rainy season
• Sneakers for hiking, sandals for waterfall/cave visit
• Personal toiletries
• Swimming clothing & towel
• Insect repellent
• Sunblock lotion

The tour will be led by a private guide which means no others will join you while exploring the lake and surrounding areas. The price for this tour package depends on the choice of accommodation and number of people, please see price per person further down.

The prices below do not include entrance fees to the national park.

Optional charges;

Coral Cave Rafthing

• From Krai Son or Phupha Waree raft houses; 1,900 Baht fixed price and 200 Baht per person entrance fee for Khlong Saeng Wildlife Sanctuary
• From Sai Chon or Panvaree The Greenery raft houses; 400 Baht fixed price and 200 Baht per person entrance fee for Khlong Saeng Wildlife Sanctuary

Wildlife oriented tour?

(from the vicinity of Krai Son, 500 Rai and Phupha Waree Raft Houses only)

Although our tour is more about visiting the attractions, enjoying the scenery and water activities in the lake, our price includes a bit of safari driving around the lake in hope to see a glimpse of wildlife around.

If you wish a more wildlife oriented tour, we can arrange it for an additional 2,000 Baht for one early morning of late afternoon session a bit further away from our main service area, then our guide could take you to Khlong Saeng tributary on the north/west end of the lake one afternoon. Please let us know in case. The wildlife oriented tour is only suitable for the 2nd day over a 3D/2N tour and for this price, only one driving session.

Displayed prices are per person

Tour rates include:

• Long-tail boat transportation
• Lunch and dinner on day-1, all meals on day-2 and breakfast on day-3
• Drinking water
• Kayaking (at Phupha Waree, 500 Rai, Laguna and Panvaree The Greenery)
• Accident insurance during the tour (covering hospital costs)

Tour rates doesn't include:

• Entrance fees to the park
• Transfer to the lake from the nearby towns

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Reviews from our guests

Rated 4.73 /5 based on 172 customer reviews

By: World Wild Hearts | posted Sun 16 Apr, 2023 | Sai Chon

5 / 5 stars

A video review from one of our guests. This clip wasn't promoted by us, nor were we informed in advance about it.

Review by; World Wild Hearts

By: Maria Kosa | posted Sun 2 Jun, 2024 | Phupha Waree

4 / 5 stars

Our 3D/2N trip in Khao Sok National Park was fantastic. The landscape around the lake is truly breathtaking. We thoroughly enjoyed our accommodation, kayaking, and especially the food.

Communication with Thai National Parks, the booking process, and transfers/logistics were incredibly smooth, professional, and efficient.

However, we had higher expectations for our guide. Unfortunately, we didn't receive much information from him about the fauna and flora in the national park, and we weren't very lucky with animal sightings.

Additionally, we may have chosen a less ideal time to visit the park, as the temperatures were quite high, and the water in the lake was too warm for swimming.

Overall, it was a very enjoyable three-day trip, far from the crowds and hustle of tourist hotspots in this part of the country.

> Tour operator's response

While we offer pure wildlife oriented tours in Khao Yai, Kaeng Krachan and Kui Buri National Parks, wildlife search is one of the activities among many others for the tours we offer in Cheow Lan Lake. We don't claim our Cheow Lan tours are pure wildlife oriented. This unfortunately because there are a very few guides in the lake specialised in wildlife (flora/fauna).

By: Louisa Lam | posted Sat 25 May, 2024 | Laguna

We had an amazing 3day-2night trip in Khao Sok National Park. The booking and communication was easy and smooth, and they made sure we were well taken care of (I forgot to tell them my arrival time until the night before, and they still managed to sort out the taxi ride from airport to the pier last minute). Really grateful for that.

I highly recommend our tour guide Junn. She speaks good English, and she is caring, genuine and fun! She shared with us her personal stories in the jungle, and has a great passion over animals. Also, the boat man John is very nice. We couldn’t have made the trip any happier :)

As for the programs, you will spend half day in the resort, relaxing and enjoying the view, and the other half day out for excursion. I find the tour a good balance of activities and relaxation. Remember to bring a book or download movies on Netflix before coming over.

By: Ilhaam Bheekoo | posted Mon 6 May, 2024 | Phupha Waree

3 / 5 stars

We had a beautiful time at Khao Sok National Park. The views, guide, and activities were amazing. It was truly a once in a lifetime experience and we appreciated how well conserved and protected the animals and forest were.

The only problems we had were the accommodations. We feel that the price we paid for our stay Khao Sok was far more expensive than any 4/5 star accommodations in Thailand, yet the Khao Sok rooms are 1 star.

For the price we paid (Phupha Waree raft house) we expected a comfortable, modern room that accommodates tourists. However, we were shocked that there was no proper shower but instead a loose shower head attached next to the toilet. It's a toilet shower. There's holes in the floors so it really does not come with 'normal' sophisticated bathroom systems.

The bed is just a low quality mattress on the ground, this was so uncomfortable that it hurts your back as you feel the wires in it. The pillows are old, the walls have not been painted in forever, it's squashed, dirty, and just not well maintained.

The temperature was about 36 degrees and one of the hottest days ever experienced in Thailand when we went.. yet the aircons do not work in the rooms due to the park not having electricity during certain times. Again, for the price we paid the lack of systems and basic services an accommodation should have was shocking. It was extremely difficult to enjoy our stay without the aircon.

The food is not well protected. Breakfast was infested with flies and bees and the staff seem to be very normal about it. The other meals are a set menu without considering if people don't eat certain things.

It's difficult to give this feedback because the park is so stunning. But I'm afraid a lot of tourists won't be able to 'rough it out' and come experience it because the accommodation is so difficult to handle. We wouldn't recommend it if you're a traveller who can't cope with less than a 3 star stay. Its tough!

It seems like what your signing on for is an authentic local experience..as a tourist you need to be the understanding one and embrace it. The guides are really amazing and they talk to you about their life in the villages and you learn a lot. But you can't expect that the staff and people running the raft houses to understand the standard that foreigners are used to with rooms, bathrooms, and food.

We made the most of it and perhaps the highest tier accommodation there is more bearable. But we would have given Khao Sok a 5/5 if the accommodations can just be upgraded.

Thanks for your feedback. :)

We clearly informed you this; "The rooms will have a/c powered from 6 pm until 9 am.". This is the case at all raft houses, except some of the rooms at 500 Rai provides electricity 24 h/day, but price for those are steep.

Last 2-3 weeks in the lake have been unusually too hot, those kind of temperatures are rare, you have been a bit unlucky. The temperatures has already gone down a bit now that we are entering the rainy season.

We never claimed your stay is 4 or 5 star. The quality of these raft houses, even the most exclusive ones in the lake are not comparable to 4/5 star hotels on land, because these are floating bungalows, light construction. And the price too is not comparable, because these are in a remote area, 1h 20 mins drive from the pier with logistics issues, most staff staying at the raft house longer periods.

We are saying this again and again for similar price complaints; the price is not only for 2 night stay at the raft house. A guide, a boat and a boat driver is hired for 3 days. The guides/boat drivers are off from home and staying at the raft house, at your service whenever you need.

We forwarded your review to Phupha Waree's attention.

By: Jacqueline | posted Sun 5 May, 2024 | 500 Rai

3-Day/2-Night Stay in Khao Sok

Positive feedback:

- Communciation on the organization of the trip was excellent - quick response, friendly communication and very helpful

- The trip worked out exactly as planned / stated in the itinerary.

- Our guide was very friendly, open-minded, funny and engaged. We appreciated her company throughout the trip and interesting stories of the region, which was very authentic.

Room for improvement:

- Price-Performance-Ratio is extremely high compared to other activities and accommodation in Southern Thailand

- The safaris are quite short and could be improved with offering binoculars as seen with other operators

- Our understanding of a guide was someone with a detailed knowledge of the area and the wildlife, providing tips for dressing and proposing activities according to weather and conditions leaving us less choice as we do not have any knowledge of the area, as we booked via the official National Park Thailand site. We were less interested in being hosted and pampered. Please note, that this is not a critique of the guide, as we appreciated her a lot. As we booked via the Thai National Parks, we expected to have an offical ranger/guide from the park with insight knowledge on where to find wildlife. It’s hard to see, what the advantage is booking through this site, instead of a local operator.

- A booklet of the area with the respective wildlife, would be amazing to receive as it would serve as a guide and souvenir for guests and a basic guideline for guides.

Thanks for your feedback.

It sounds like you are after a wildlife tour. If you click “Tours” in our main navigation, you will see several tours in Khao Yai, Kaeng Krachan and Kui Buri national parks with “wildlife tour” in the tour title. Those tours are focusing on wildlife search with more or less expert guides in wildlife search. Our Cheow Lan Lake tours are mainstream, a bit balanced between various activities, sightseeing and a bit of wildlife search. They are not pure wildlife tours, we haven’t claimed that in our Cheow Lan tour details pages.

Unfortunately, there are not enough guides in the lake who have good wildlife knowledge, the reason we don’t offer any pure wildlife tours.

Regarding the price; You chose the most expensive room option in the lake, there are considerable cheaper rooms with other raft houses. The room price is for your booking (the tour bit with transfers excluded) is around 60% of the total tour price.

It is not a fair comparison to other tours elsewhere in the country as these include a guide/boat/boat driver to be booked for 3 days, and they are staying at the raft house overnight. The other tours in the country are mostly a few hours or at most a "day tour".

We are not the officials, in the footer of every page in this website it states clearly that this website is managed by GibbonWoot Limited Partnership, a private company. We built this website 12 years ago because it was impossible to find information in English about the parks and about how to get to these in Thailand. Please google the official website of the national parks in Thailand, you will see it still looks like a website from the 90s, nearly impossible to find answers to questions about the national parks.

By: Kasia Turlej | posted Wed 1 May, 2024 | Phupha Waree

the stay was wonderful, the views were wonderful, our guide was wonderful! the food was also very good. great organization and a great time! perfect time

contact regarding the organization of the entire event was also at a high level - thank you!

By: Geoff Sage | posted Fri 19 Apr, 2024 | Phupha Waree

What a fantastic and beautiful time! While the accommodations were a bit primitive, the surrounding park is breathtaking.

Our guide, Ruam, was great! We could not have asked for better. We highly recommend this tour.

By: Sandi Joffe | posted Mon 15 Apr, 2024 | 500 Rai

Outstanding service from Rushen on line. So helpful. Especially as we had one person from our party who had to cancel due to emergency surgery before the trip

Our guide Junn couldnt have been nicer

A small suggestion is to have some nature books on the Khao Sok birds, butterflies, reptiles etc available on the boat or at the raft hotel for guests to look at. After all, the people that come here are surely interested in nature

Thank you for unforgettable experience!

By: Diya Bhatnagar | posted Fri 12 Apr, 2024 | 500 Rai

We had a wonderful experience from start to the end. At the booking stage, the team was very informative, helpful and professional. We discussed various options and they helped curate a tour incorporating our interest in wildlife.

Our guide Bee was extremely knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. We thoroughly enjoyed his attention to detail and going above and beyond to ensure we had a memorable time.

The team even helped us arrange an onwards transfer, saving us time and stress.

Overall, it was well managed and organised, we could focus on the experience and had a great time. We will be booking with them again. Have no hesitation in recommending them.

By: Teresa Gerber | posted Thu 11 Apr, 2024 | Phupha Waree

We had a very nice trip. It was so relaxing and beautiful to explore this exceptional scenery. Dong was a perfect guide and we were lucky to see various animals, due to his perfect knowledge and ability to spot them.

3 Day 2 Night Khao Sok & Lake Packages

June 1, 2022

Welcome to the Jungle of Khao Sok!

Here at Our Jungle Camp, we recommend at least 2 nights in the beautiful surroundings of Khao Sok National Park.

With our exciting 3 Day 2 Night Package offers, guests have the choice for different adventures, ranging from 2 nights at Our Jungle Camp or 1 night at Our Jungle Camp and 1 night on Cheow Lan Lake.

Find your way back to nature at the great outdoors of Khao Sok, enclosed by mountain ranges and pristine rainforest rest Our Jungle Camp´s family-friendly Treehouses

3 Day 2 Night Khao Sok & Cheow Lan Lake Package

The 3 Day 2 Night Packages combine the best Khao Sok has to offer either as an arrangement with Full Day or Overnight trip to Cheow Lan Lake.

Our Packages are suitable for independent travelers and families alike,  Full Day Cheow Lan Lake tours suite guests of all ages but we recommend Overnight Join In tours for travelers above the age of 10 years. Our Jungle Camp offers many additional activities from exploring our onsite Nature Farm over Thai Cooking Classes to Khao Sok River activities like canoeing, rafting, and tubing. Our local team will make sure that you will forget the everyday stress and relax in our clean and well taken care of jungle environment.

3 Day 2 Night Khao Sok Full Day Lake

Day 1 (-/-/-)

Arrive at Our Jungle Camp after 2:00 pm, check-in into your selected room (Bungalow or Treehouse), you can use the afternoon to explore the large property with the onsite Organic Farm and private Jungle Trails, we recommend having dinner at around 6:00 pm, which leaves you with the option to join an exciting Night Safari Tour (at additional cost) into Khao Sok National Park. The 1.5-2.0-hour excursion takes you along the main trail, if you dare, your English-speaking guide will take you on to the smaller side trails with more chances to see the thriving nocturnal animals. You will return to Our Jungle Camp at around 09:00 pm, with the rest of the evening at your leisure.

Day 2 (B/L/-)

Wake up to the sounds of nature, breakfast is served at Our Jungle Restaurant from 07:30 am, at 08:30 meet your guide and driver at the reception area and depart for your Join-In Full Day Cheow Lan Lake tour. At around 10:00 am you will board your long-tail boat en route towards the majestic limestone karsts, visit a scenic viewpoint before you continue to a floating raft house where a 3-course Thai lunch Is served, the following hours can be spent canoeing and swimming amidst this natural paradise, always on the lookout for wildlife who calls the area home. In the later afternoon, you will return to Cheow Lan Lake pier and arrive back at Our Jungle Camp at around 05:30 pm.

Day 3 (B/-/-)

Wake up at your own pace, breakfast is served until 10:30 am, check-out is at 11:00 am, if you have time make sure not to miss out on additional Tubing, Canoeing, or other river activities. Especially in combination with a Yoga session or Hot Spring visit you will continue to your next destination in the most relaxed way.

Download our 3D2N Khao Sok &  Full Day Cheow Lan Lake Package Itinerary

• Prices Applicable from 2 paying adults, Indicated in Thai Baht and Inclusive of VAT
• Children aged 4-9 years are accommodated at 2,720 THB 
• Infants aged 1-3 years are accommodated free of charge 
• Private Taxi & Mini Van Options are available upon request 
• Find out more about Our Jungle Camp´s Booking & Cancellation Policies 

3 Day 2 Night Khao Sok Overnight Lake

Day 1 (-/-/D)

Welcome to Our Jungle Camp and enjoy your afternoon at the best spots along Khlong Sok river. Take a stroll through our nature trails or farm area. Jump into the river that runs all year round. Adjourn to our restaurant in the evening to enjoy delicious set dinner of Thai or international dishes, Vegetarian and vegan options are available.

Day 2 (B/L/D)

The calls of the forest will wake you up to the misty morning, enjoy your freshly made breakfast at our restaurant before an exciting day to the famous Cheow Lan Lake. After lunch at the rafthouse, either hiking through the cave or climbing up to the viewpoint (depending on the weather), then, return to the rafthouse for swimming, kayaking and relaxing amidst the amazing scenery. In the evening, go on safari by boat to see wildlife. After dark, enjoy a delicious dinner and spend a night under the stars in a basic floating bungalow that matches the simplicity of the surroundings.

The tranquility of the sunrise over the lake is one of the most peaceful moments to enjoy when you wake up. Take a morning cruise to spot the wildlife before returning to the rafthouse for breakfast. Jump into the cool water to refresh yourself before heading back to the pier. Trip ends either at the pier for your onward journey or return to Our Jungle Camp..

Download our 3D2N Khao Sok & Overnight Lake  Package Itinerary

• Children aged 4-9 years are discounted by 400 THB

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KHAO SOK TRAVEL

Khao Sok Forest Experience

3 Days 2 Nights Package

SPEND A MEMORABLE NIGHT IN A TREEHOUSE AND ENJOY AUTHENTIC TIME IN NATURE DURING THIS OVERNIGHT TRIP TO KHAO SOK NATIONAL PARK.  

Discover the biggest tropical rainforest in the Southern of Thailand. Enjoy the world class vista of evergreen rainforest, limestone karts mountain, Jungle trekking to explore “Khaosok National Park” Canoeing at“Sok River” which provides you peaceful greenery view, limestone cliffs raising straight up in the air, evergreen floras, and some wildlife. Get chance to swim in an invigorating cool clear creek.

PACKAGE HIGHLIGHTS

Explore Khao Sok’s wonders

Cross pristine rivers, pass dramatic limestone cliffs and trek through lush jungle in Khao Sok National park. Take an early morning safari to spot unusual wildlife such as gibbons, macaque and even, perhaps, a wild elephant. 

Stay aboard a Tree House

Exciting experience with spending the night in a tree house at a height of 4-5 meter s from the ground in the area of ​​Khao Sok National Park

Khao Sok Experience  3Days 2 Nights Stay Khao Sok Safari Resort

Khao Sok Safari and Riverside. Enter the simple, relaxing atmosphere amidst the river, mountains, and surrounding forest with the sound of birds singing and the flowing water. The air is fresh, the people are friendly, humble and respectful of visitors.

Adult Rate per person

Package includes

2-nights  @Khaosok Safari Resort

Bamboo rafting 

Khao Sok Night Safari

Elephant Bathing 

Full Day   Trek through Khao Sok National Park

Accident insurance

National Park Fees

3Days 2 night The Full Khao Sok Experience

Highly recommended tour. 

Touring the Sok River via Bamboo Raft is one of Thailand's oldest forms of transport.  As the sun sets over Khao Sok, the jungle symphony begins, and the jungle comes alive. There is no better time for a Night Safari ! Let our expert guides navigate you through a 2-hour hike and introduce you to the amazing animals that inhabit the jungle.