Anurak Community Lodge
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Anurak Lodge Nature Trail
Explore a 40-minute self-guided trail through the rainforest at Anurak Lodge in Khao Sok. Walk past limestone cliffs, caves, and towering fig trees before crossing areas with coffee and rubber plantations. The path leads back into dense forest, where butterflies, birds, and small mammals may be spotted.
Khao Sok Night Safari
Join a guided night walk in Khao Sok National Park and discover the rainforest after dark. Follow jungle trails with a local guide and use flashlights to spot nocturnal wildlife such as owls, flying squirrels, and monkeys. Learn about the park’s ecosystem and conservation while experiencing the sounds and atmosphere of the forest at night.
Khao Sok Half-Day Hike
Explore Khao Sok National Park on a guided half-day hike through rainforest trails. Walk past limestone cliffs, caves, and towering fig trees while learning about local plants and wildlife. The route also passes coffee and rubber plantations, giving insight into the region’s agriculture. Keep watch for birds, butterflies, and small mammals along the way.
Khao Sok Half Day Half Night Safari & Jungle Cooking
Combine hiking, jungle cooking, and a night safari in Khao Sok National Park. Begin with a 3.5 km trek through dense rainforest and towering trees before stopping at Bang Hua Rat rest area. Gather bamboo with your guide, cook a jungle-style dinner over a campfire, and enjoy time at a nearby stream. After the meal, continue on a night safari to spot nocturnal wildlife such as monkeys, birds, and insects.
BangMan Khao Sok Full Day Hike (Tam Talu Cave)
Hike the hidden Bangman Trail on a full-day adventure in Khao Sok National Park. Follow jungle paths upstream to Tam Talu Cave, where, after lunch pass through the cave and emerge into a rainforest filled with towering trees. Along the way, learn about the park’s rich biodiversity and look for signs of wildlife such as elephants, wild boars, tapirs, monkeys, and tropical birds.
Khlong Phanom Ranger Patrol
Join Khlong Phanom National Park Rangers on a quiet jungle trek along hidden trails. The rangers guide you through dense forest, sharing knowledge of plants, animals, and the park’s ecosystem. While English may be limited, their expertise and dedication provide an authentic look at the rainforest and its biodiversity. This off-the-beaten-path hike offers a peaceful way to experience nature without large groups.
Crystal Cave (Tam Kaew ) & Canoe
Start at the Fish Cave Temple and hike to Tam Kaew Crystal Cave, where steep and slippery trails lead to chambers filled with stalagmites, stalactites, and ancient marine fossils. Inside, navigate narrow passages and uneven surfaces with the help of a flashlight. After exploring the cave, stop for lunch at Khlong Phanom National Park headquarters before continuing to the river. End the day with a canoe trip downstream, watching for wildlife such as monkeys, snakes, and lizards, with the chance to swim if conditions allow.
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Baan Chioew Pong Night Safari
Join Khlong Phanom Rangers on a guided night walk through the forest. Follow fire trails under the moonlight while listening to the sounds of the jungle and watching for nocturnal wildlife such as owls, flying squirrels, and monkeys. The rangers lead the way through virgin forest, sharing insight into this unique ecosystem.
Anurak Jungle Dinner
Learn traditional cooking methods once used by Thai forest communities. Using bamboo and natural materials instead of modern utensils, prepare dishes such as grilled meat wrapped in palm leaves and soups cooked in bamboo over an open fire. This hands-on experience highlights sustainable cooking practices and flavors drawn directly from the jungle.
Ethical Elephant Experience
Visit the Khao Sok Elephant Conservation Center and spend time with elephants in a responsible and humane way. Join mahouts in feeding the elephants, walking with them through palm plantations, and giving them a river bath before returning them to their paddock. This experience supports elephant welfare and avoids harmful practices such as riding.
Organic Farm Cooking Experience
Visit Rungfah Organic Farm to harvest fresh produce and learn traditional Thai cooking techniques. Prepare authentic dishes using seasonal ingredients, including rice cooked in bamboo, before sitting down to enjoy your meal surrounded by the scenery of Khao Sok National Park.
Khao Sok River by Raft
Travel the Khao Sok River on a traditional bamboo raft, once used along ancient trade routes. Float through jungle scenery with a local guide who punts the raft using a long pole. Along the way, stop for a short hike to a cave and a rubber tree plantation, where you learn to boil water in bamboo and make tea or coffee over an open fire. Each raft holds two people, and you’ll have the chance to try punting yourself.
Khao Sok River by Canoe
Paddle the Sok River with a local guide and take in views of limestone cliffs, dense jungle, and forest wildlife. Canoes hold two people while your guide steers and shares insight along the way. Stop for a short break to enjoy tea or coffee prepared over an open fire using bamboo, then continue downstream at a relaxed pace, watching for monkeys, birds, and other wildlife.
Khao Sok River Tubing
Drift down the Sok River on an inner tube, surrounded by jungle and limestone cliffs. This relaxing trip is guided for safety and offers opportunities to spot wildlife along the riverbanks. After a short drive to the starting point, float at a gentle pace before being transferred back to Anurak Community Lodge. Suitable for both adults and children.
Romanee Hot Spring
Unwind in the mineral-rich waters of Romanee Hot Spring in Phang Nga, once revered by locals for their natural healing properties. The hot spring features five bubbling sources along the Bang Nam Ron stream, with surface temperatures ranging from 40°C to 63°C. Relax in the warm pools, soothe tired muscles, and enjoy the calming surroundings of this historic wellness site.
Little Amazon Mangrove Canoe Tour
Paddle through the tranquil mangroves of Takua Pa on this guided canoe adventure. Explore the vibrant ecosystem of the Khao Lak area, home to kingfishers, herons, monkeys, and more. Glide quietly through winding waterways as your guide points out wildlife and shares insights into the local communities that live in harmony with the mangroves. This peaceful journey combines natural discovery with a glimpse of traditional riverside life.
Cycling Adventures
Cycle through a scenic valley flanked by Khao Sok and Khlong Phanom National Parks, where towering limestone peaks and lush jungle create a dramatic backdrop. Ride along quiet country roads at a relaxed pace, passing fruit orchards and rubber plantations while learning about their role in local life and economy.
Your guide will help point out wildlife along the way and share insights into village culture. Visit a cave temple with a small Buddhist shrine, then feed the resident red-tail carp before returning. With flat terrain and an easy pace, this cycling journey is accessible, rewarding, and a refreshing way to explore the region.
One Day Cheow Lan Lake Trip
Spend a full day exploring Cheow Lan Lake, one of Thailand’s most scenic natural wonders. Towering limestone cliffs and dense jungle surround the lake, the crown jewel of Khao Sok National Park. Known locally as Ratchaprabha Dam, this 165 km² reservoir offers dramatic landscapes, calm turquoise waters, and abundant wildlife.
Begin the day with a long-tail boat ride across the lake to a floating raft house, where lunch is served. Enjoy free time to swim, kayak, or simply take in the views. In the afternoon, follow your guide on a nature hike to either a cave or a viewpoint, depending on conditions. End the day with a relaxing boat ride back across the lake, arriving at the lodge in time for dinner.
Overnight Cheow Lan Lake Trip
Stay overnight on Cheow Lan Lake, a hidden gem in Khao Sok National Park. Cruise across turquoise waters by long-tail boat to a floating raft house. After lunch, swim, kayak, or relax before an afternoon jungle trek. In the evening, enjoy dinner and spend the night in a floating bungalow. Wake up to the jungle’s sounds and set out on a Morning Mist Safari, gliding across the lake at sunrise. After breakfast, return by boat and continue back to the lodge.
