Khao Sok Cheow Lan Lake Day Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the stunning Cheow Lan Lake
- Cruise through limestone karsts and emerald waters
- Enjoy a traditional Thai lunch on a floating restaurant
- Discover diverse wildlife in Khao Sok National Park
- Experience the tranquility of Thailand's rainforest
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip transportation from Krabi
- Guided tour of Cheow Lan Lake
- Lunch at a floating restaurant
- Personal expenses
Itinerary
Pick you up at the hotel in the morning to leave Krabi with our guide good English speaking who will take care of you and provide you with information. Arriving at Cheow Lan Pier, the adventure begins with a long tail boat cruise on Cheow Lan Lake. Take in breathtaking views of the dramatic limestone mountains and emerald-green waters as you sail. Stop for a photo opportunity at Khao Sam Kloe, the highlight of Cheow Lan Lake is a place that all tourists must visit and keep a commemorative photo to record that once visited this land. Lunchtime on the raft house restaurant among the natural and full relaxing swimming or kayaking. Continue the trip with a hike through the lush green jungle of Khao Sok National Park and explore Pra Kai Petch Cave, where you can explore impressive limestone formations shaped naturally over thousands of years. Head back by boat to the pier from where the car driver will bring you back to your hotel in Krabi.
You’ll be taken by car with mountain ridges providing a stunning backdrop along the route to the Ratchaprapha Dam. When the van crosses to Surat Thani Province, you can feel the lifestyle of the local people, communities and their livings as well as the scenery of mountains, palm trees and rubber plantations which are economic plants around the area.
The adventure begins with a longtail boat cruise on Cheow Lan Lake. Take in breathtaking views of the dramatic limestone mountains and emerald-green waters as you sail.
Stop for a photo opportunity at Khao Sam Kloe, the highlight of Cheow Lan Lake is a place that all tourists must visit and keep a commemorative photo to record that once visited this land.
Continue the trip with a hike through the lush green jungle of Khao Sok National Park and explore Pra Kai Petch Cave, where you can explore impressive limestone formations shaped naturally over thousands of years. Head back by boat to the pier from where the car driver will bring you back to your hotel in Krabi.
Important information
Know before you book
- Hotel pickup and drop-off are included from Krabi
- The tour operates in all weather conditions; dress appropriately
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing and swimwear
- Bring a hat, sunscreen, and insect repellent
- Carry a waterproof bag for personal belongings
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Child ticket: Age 4-11
- Children must be at least 4 years old to participate.
- There is a minimum of 2 people required to run this tour! On the rare occasion that we should be required to cancel a tour, we will inform you in advance and offer a different tour date, an alternative tour or provide a full refund.
- What to bring: Pocket money, swimwear, dry t-shirt for after the trekking, mosquito repellent, sunscreen, small backpack to carry water bottles and your personal belongings, closed shoes fit for hiking on a rough trail, like sports shoes or trekking shoes
Traveler reviews
Definitely worth doing from Krabi
This experience in Khao Sok absolutely earned 5 stars. It was one of those days that doesn’t even feel real. The views of the lake and towering limestone cliffs were unreal, something you truly have to see in person to appreciate. Everything was beautifully paced. We explored a cave, had a great guide who made the day smooth and enjoyable, and lunch was actually really good. The timing was perfect too, especially having time to swim after lunch, which was such a highlight. The only thing I would note is that they didn’t emphasize enough how important proper footwear is. Tennis shoes are highly recommended, and I wore slides, which wasn’t ideal. I’d suggest bringing sandals if you want options, but definitely plan to wear sneakers for comfort and safety. Make sure to pack sunscreen and follow the packing list they provide, and you’ll be set for an incredible day. Honestly, one of the most memorable experiences.
A miserable experience
This tour is the worst we have experienced from Viator, as we were never picked up at our hotel. We called the phone numbers we were given. One was not in use and the other we called we got talked to a woman who did not quite understand what we meant. She was supposed to call us back, which she never did. We sent chat messages to Viator, which we had received information about waiting time and location. The Negroes NEVER! We stayed at our hotel and realized nothing. Now we are bitter and cursed because this was a pretty expensive trip that we had looked forward to. We don't think we can trust this company anymore. We expect a regret and our money back!
I would recommend
This was one of the best days out in Thailand. I saved this for one of my last day trips because I knew it would have an impact and it did not disappoint. The colors of the lake and the limestone masses and the trees were all breathtaking. Touk Touk was our tour guide and made the day even more enjoyable with his sense of humor and knowledge of the area. The cave was impressive as well. Lunch was quite the spread. I had one of the best dishes I had while in Thailand (Kaeng Tai Pla). I would recommend this tour. Thank you Touk Touk for a great day out!!
Beautiful nature with loveless organization
The reservoir, the boat trip, the cave and the scenery are wonderful, but the organization of the tour was poor. The driver was not helpful and only at the reservoir did the guide join in with a second group. Because we weren't informed, we left our swimsuits in the car and couldn't get them anymore. The jungle hike covered about 500 m, a path full of tourists. The guide showed and told us some interesting things, but only the first in the group, because he did not wait until the rear group participants had arrived.
Great boat trip - little jungle
The guide was awesome and everything worked perfectly fine with pickup and logistics. The boat was great and the nature majestic.There was however little jungle, only a short little walk. And when we had had lunch and had free time to swim or rent kayaks, it was not allowed to swim without a life vest and you could only paddle kaak in a rather small and limited area. So great boat trip, me little jungle.