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Krabi Emerald Pool & Tiger Cave Temple Tour

FromTHB 1,150
9 hours
Krabi, Thailand

About this activity

Discover Krabi's natural wonders on a guided tour to the Emerald Pool and Tiger Cave Temple, featuring hot springs and panoramic views.

Highlights

  • Explore the Emerald Pool's natural hot springs
  • Climb 1,237 steps to Tiger Cave Temple summit
  • Breathtaking panoramic views of Krabi
  • Visit Wat Tham Sua's ancient Buddhist temple
  • Experience Krabi's lush jungle landscapes

Full description

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Krabi's stunning landscapes with our guided tour to the Emerald Pool and Tiger Cave Temple. Begin your day with a comfortable hotel pickup, then travel in an air-conditioned vehicle to the Emerald Pool, a natural hot spring nestled in the jungle. Enjoy a refreshing swim in its warm waters, surrounded by lush greenery. Next, challenge yourself with a climb of 1,237 steps to the Tiger Cave Temple's summit, where you'll be rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views of Krabi's coastline and limestone cliffs. Along the way, explore the ancient Buddhist temple and learn about its rich history. This tour offers a perfect blend of adventure, culture, and natural beauty, making it a must-do for visitors seeking an authentic Krabi experience.

Included / Excluded

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
  • English-speaking guide
  • Entrance fees to Emerald Pool and Tiger Cave Temple
  • Bottled water
  • Meals and beverages

Itinerary

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During a short hike through the forest, you have the opportunity to explore an intact ecosystem. Sure you will be impressed by the unique ambience of the rainforest. The Emerald Pool or also called ‘Sa Morakot’ is a unique natural pond with a visually limpid blue color and wonderfully warm waters, making it a stunning spot for swimming in. An abundance of minerals from the surrounding limestone hills gives the pool its jade tone. Nearby the Emerald Pool you'll find the Blue Lagoon, a beautiful pool with deep aquamarine-blue water. But don’t be tempted to take a dip in the lovely looking blue water, because unlike in the Emerald Pool you can’t swim here at all! The bottom consists of quicksand and the water temperature varies between 30 and 50 degrees Celcius. After visit to the Emerald Pool and Blue Lagoon we will stop for lunch at a local restaurant (approx. 1 hour - lunch is for own expenses). National Park fee THB 400 per person is not included and has to be paid cash.

Duration: 3h 30mAdmission: NO
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Namtok Ron is located in a shady green forest area with numerous hot springs. The hot springs and cool streams converge on a slope to form lovely cascades of warm water. The water comes from volcanic chambers deep underground. Therefore the water always has a beneficial temperature of 35 to 42 degrees Celsius! You can relax in one of the many natural hollows in the creek and watch the water gently cascade into the cool pools. Hot Springs fee THB 200 per person is not included and has to be paid cash.

Duration: 2 hoursAdmission: NO
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Set in a beautiful forest, Wat Tham Suea (Tiger Cave Temple) is one of the highlights in Krabi, for in addition to being a place of worship it is a famous meditation centre, and acts as a retreat for Buddhist monks and nuns from all over the world. You need to climb 1260 stairs to the top, with some of the stair risers being more than 30 cm high, so a degree of physical fitness is required to visit the temple. Once you make it to the top, you are rewarded with stunning views of the surrounding countryside with all the limestone cliffs and beautiful lush rain forest. The view is gorgeous enough to take away what remains of your breath!

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NO
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Traveling time from/to Ao Nang and between the attractions during the tour.

Duration: 1h 30mAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

Meeting point

Start Location

Unknown location

Important information

Know before you book

  • The tour involves a moderate physical activity level due to the climb at Tiger Cave Temple.
  • Be prepared for varying weather conditions; dress appropriately for rain or shine.
  • Ensure you have a valid ID for security checks at the attractions.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable clothing and sturdy footwear suitable for hiking.
  • Bring a hat, sunscreen, and insect repellent for protection.
  • Carry a refillable water bottle to stay hydrated during the hike.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Easy Public Transport
  • Infants Required On Laps

Good to know

  • The Blue Lagoon might be closed to visitors from May until October because of the breeding season of a rare bird species.
  • You need to climb 1260 stairs to the top of the Tiger Cave Temple, so a degree of physical fitness is required. Once you make it to the top, you are rewarded with stunning views of the surrounding countryside with all the limestone cliffs and beautiful lush rain forest. If you think the climb to the top might be too tough for you, you can also visit the temple on ground level.
  • There are wild monkeys at the Tiger Cave Temple. You must always remember that, no matter what, monkeys are wild animals, not pets. Even though they may look cute, we always recommend to keep your distance, not bring any food with you and keep all your belongings in your bag.
  • As our tours run on a group basis, we can wait a maximum of 10 minutes after the scheduled meeting time. After this grace period, the guide will begin the tour. If you cannot make it on time, please let us know before the tour starts. If possible, we’ll do our best to reschedule you for the next available day, though a rescheduling fee will apply.
  • Cancellations made at least 24 hours before the tour start time are eligible for a full refund. For cancellations made less than 24 hours in advance or in case of no-show, no refund will be issued.
  • Our tours operate rain or shine, as tropical rain showers in Thailand usually don’t last long. If it rains heavily, we try to seek shelter and will continue as soon as the weather improves. During the rainy season, it’s a good idea to bring a raincoat or poncho. Please note cancellations due to weather are not eligible for a refund.

Traveler reviews

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Only two participants and...

Only two participants and the guide was quite passive It’s nice to go to these sights but I think timing couldn’t better planned eg climbing tiger cave mountain is a bad idea in the early afternoon when hot

Shuwei_ZMay 17, 2026VIATOR

Fun day

Amazing excursion to Emerald Pool, Hot Springs, and Tiger Cave Temple. Easy and on time pick up at the hotel. There were only 4 of us. 20 min drive to the first stop. Nice clean minivan with good AC. The hike to the Emerald Pool was beautiful and gratefully shady. Swimming in the clear water of the Blue Pool was heavenly refreshing. Quck lunch and 10 min drive to the Hot Springs. Interesting area, but it was too hot to get into the pools The Tiger Temple is gorgeous. There are 1160 stair steps to get to the top from Tiger Cave Temple. It's a long way up, but the view was worth it. Pouring rain saved us from being overheated. Highly recommend.

Arina_KMay 8, 2026VIATOR

Bom.mas has expenses considering with tickets.650 baht entry temple,emerald pool and thermal bath.

Bom.mas has considerable expenses with entrance temple baths and emerald pool. 650 baht .Falled well explain the physical level of the activities;1,6:km Emerald pool and 1200 steps pro temple in high

JOSE_FApr 21, 2026VIATOR

The tour was amazing!...

The tour was amazing! However I do wish we completed our tour in the opposite order. The water was amazing and the climb was hard but totally worth it!

Robin_YApr 4, 2026VIATOR

I wish the tour was done...

I wish the tour was done in opposite order, but it was a fantastic view. Bring water shoes because there are a lot of rocks!

MeeRan_TMar 14, 2026VIATOR

Additional information

The Blue Lagoon might be closed to visitors from May until October because of the breeding season of a rare bird species. You need to climb 1260 stairs to the top, so a degree of physical fitness is required. Once you make it to the top, you are rewarded with stunning views of the surrounding countryside with all the limestone cliffs and beautiful lush rain forest. If you think the climb to the top might be too tough for you, you can also visit the temple on ground level. Maximum number of participants per group is 10 persons.
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