Khao Sok National Park Adventure 3D/2N
Khao Sok National Park Adventure 3D/2N
Khao Sok National Park Adventure 3D/2N
3 Days Starting and ending in Phuket, Thailand
Visiting: Khao Sok, Phuket
Tour operator:
Tour code:
7017
Group Type:
Independent
Guide Type:
Partially Guided
Age range:
18-90
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Please contact Bamba Travel with any specific dietary requirements
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable adventure through Southeast Asia with a seamless travel experience. Discover Bangkok's vibrant streets, explore ancient temples in Cambodia, cruise the mystical Halong Bay, and immerse yourself in Vietnam's rich culture. This epic journey offers thrill-seekers and culture enthusiasts a perfect blend of history, stunning landscapes, and local interactions. Ideal for those seeking unique, off-the-beaten-path experiences, this tour promises an exhilarating voyage through Southeast Asia’s most iconic destinations.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Phuket - Khao Sok, Thailand
Location: Khao Sok
Accommodation: Hotel
Welcome to Phuket !
Upon your arrival at Phuket airport, there will be driver waiting for you and transfer to Khao Sok - one of the oldest evergreen forests in the world, famous for its karst landscape and thick flora of the biggest flowers on earth - rafflesias and abundant wildlife. Declared a National Park, it offers a range of hiking trails and tours in the jungle and alluring Cheow Lan lake with its raft houses. Remoteness and adventure is within reach at this prime Thai natural wonder.
After around a 2-3-hour drive from Phuket or Krabi through villages, rubber plantations and green leafy countryside, you reach your hotel, a hidden away in the middle of the jungle and tries wherever possible, in its eco-friendly approach to nature preservation, to melt into its surroundings. Your accommodation, mainly made of wood and thatch, is set among the trees for a truly luxurious reconnection with nature.
Accommodation: Hotel in Khao Sok
Transfer distance from Phuket airport to Khao Sok: 133km - 2,5 hours
For this afternoon, please consider below optional activities for your experience:
*Option 1: Elephant Experience
Experience a 2.5-hour educational adventure connecting with gentle elephants, central to Thai culture. Hosts provide insights into elephant history and safety guidelines. Guests bond with elephants through feeding and mud baths before bidding farewell, with time for photos and showering before returning to their hotel in Khao Sok.
*Option 2: Bamboo rafting
Explore the breathtaking Khao Sok region on a 2.5-hour bamboo rafting adventure, winding through towering limestone cliffs and spotting wildlife along the riverside. Accompanied by a local captain, guests navigate handmade rafts, stopping midway to enjoy a coffee break in a small cave before concluding the journey with the chance to paddle themselves, offering a unique and unforgettable experience in the heart of nature.
*Option 3: A night safari hike in Khao SokÂ
Embark on a 2-hour night safari hike starting at 19:30, immersing yourself in the nocturnal ambiance of the rainforest as animals awaken and venture out. Led by knowledgeable local guides, the hike offers a chance to encounter diverse wildlife such as bats, frogs, deer, gaur, and jungle cats, providing a remarkable and authentic nature experience.
Day 2: Khao Sok, Thailand
Location: Khao Sok
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
An overnight in Cheow Lan Lake (join in excursion including transfer & guide)
Cheow Lan Lake in Khao Sok is one of Thailand’s most tranquil and stunning destinations to visit. Join us on our extended overnight trip to fully experience the wonder of this unique environment. Walk along less frequented trails accompanied by professional English-speaking guides, and fall asleep in superior category raft houses situated in the most beautiful locations on the lake.
Depart your hotel around 8:00am, the morning is kept for an exciting rainforest hike in one of the pristine unexplored areas of Khao Sok. After a local lunch, explore the lake and visit the famous Guilin of Thailand by longtail boat. The afternoon is kept for swimming and canoeing on your own, before you depart for your late afternoon boat safari. Soak in the sunset as you return for a 3-course dinner, with the night spend under the stars in your floating bungalow.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Floating bungalow
Floating bungalow with private bathroom
Day 3: Khao Sok - Phuket, Thailand
Location: Phuket
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch
Wake up to the morning mist dancing around the towering Limestone mountains, embark on an early morning safari on the lookout for the unique wildlife of Khao Sok National Park. Return for breakfast, check out of your room and spend the rest of the morning, exploring the surroundings by canoe or just enjoying the crystal-clear blue waters. Freshen up and return to Cheow Lan Lake Pier, with a picnic lunch on the way, before you take your onwards transfer or return to Khao Sok village after 13:30pm.
Then, driver will be waiting for you and transfer to Phuket airport for return flight.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch
Transfer from Cheow Lan Lake pier to Khao Sok: 133km - 2.5 hours
What's Included
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Accommodation
2 nights accommodation in shared double / twin room
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Transport
Phuket airport pick-up
Airport Transfers, Van
All land transfers in A/C vehicle -
Meals
2B/2L/1D
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Activities
Nature Adventure
Lake canoeing
Jungle trek
Cave exploration -
Guides
Local English-speaking guide for certain activities
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Extras
Life Jackets
National Park Entrance Fee and taxes
What's Not Included
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Visa fees
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Tips and personal expenses.
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Any services not clearly mentioned in the program.
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Other services are not mentioned
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Flight tickets and airport taxes
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Travelers’ Personal insurance.
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Porters at hotel
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Local guide during the Beach stay
Mode of Transport
Transportation includes a pick-up from Phuket airport and transfers to Khao Sok, with a scenic 2.5-hour drive through villages and countryside.
Accommodation
Enjoy 2 nights of accommodation in shared double/twin rooms, including a stay in a floating bungalow with a private bathroom, set among the trees and on the serene Cheow Lan Lake.
Check out our Q&As
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What can I do during the free time on Cheow Lan Lake?
During your free time on Cheow Lan Lake, you can swim, canoe, or simply enjoy the stunning scenery. There is also a late afternoon boat safari and a 3-course dinner included.
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What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes 2 nights of accommodation in shared double/twin rooms. One night is spent in a hotel in Khao Sok, and the other night is in a floating bungalow with a private bathroom on Cheow Lan Lake.
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Is transportation provided during the tour?
Yes, transportation includes a pick-up from Phuket airport and transfers to Khao Sok, with a scenic 2.5-hour drive through villages and countryside.
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What is the difficulty level of the activities?
The tour includes activities like jungle trekking, bamboo rafting, and night safari hikes, which are generally suitable for individuals with a moderate level of fitness.
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What should I expect during the night safari hike?
The night safari hike is a 2-hour guided experience starting at 19:30, where you can witness nocturnal jungle life up close, including animals like bats, frogs, deer, gaur, and jungle cats.
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What is the elephant experience like?
The elephant experience is a 2.5-hour educational adventure where you can connect with gentle elephants, learn about their history, feed them, and participate in a mud bath.
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What activities are included in the tour?
The tour includes a jungle trek, a visit to Cheow Lan Lake, exploring jungle caves, bamboo rafting, and a night safari hike. There is also an option to experience an ethical elephant encounter.
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Is there a guide provided for the activities?
Yes, a local English-speaking guide is provided for certain activities during the tour.
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Are there any optional activities available?
Yes, optional activities include an elephant experience, bamboo rafting, and a night safari hike.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour includes 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 1 dinner.
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Is there an age limit?
No! Most of our bamba travellers fall between the ages of 18 - 35, but everyone is young at heart and welcome to come experience the world with us! If you are between the ages of 18 and 118, we invite you to travel with bamba and have the time of your life! Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Most of our trips cater to the adventurous independent traveller. In fact, many of our travellers arrive on their own and quickly find that they easily meet like-minded people along the way at their hostels, on transportation, or during activities.
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Do I need travel insurance?
We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance for your trip, especially when travelling in developing countries. Bamba does not include travel insurance of any type.Your current medical insurance may cover part of your trip, so it is important for you to become familiar with your current coverage. We recommend purchasing additional travel insurance that provides coverage for medical emergencies, emergency evacuation and repatriation, lost or stolen items and unforeseen cancellations. If you plan to participate in activities such as white-water rafting, trekking, sand-buggy rides, etc please make sure they are included in your policy.
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