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Khao Sok
Hidden Jungle Gem, where wild elephants roam and you can chill on floating raft houses.
Top Things to Do in Khao Sok
Go beyond the tourist checklist - into the hidden spots & heartfelt stories
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Cheow Lan Lake Safari - see wild Elephants!
A wildlife safari is the #1 must-do in Khao Sok and most of the overnight stays will include it. Go during dry season (Feb to May) for better chance of spotting wild elephants!
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Stay in a floating rafthouse!
Stay a night in a floating rafthouse on Cheow Lan Lake for an iconic experience. Simple yet magical: wake up to nature, swim in the lake & enjoy stunning views right at your doorstep!
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Jungle Trekking
We love trekking in the Khao Sok jungle - it's home to wildlife like monkeys, gibbons, and if you're super lucky, the elusive tiger or clouded leopard. The plant life is amazing too!
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Bamboo Cooking Class in a Farm
Locals in Khao Sok have lived off the jungle for generations, mastering bamboo cooking. Join a farm cooking class to learn this unique skill and experience Thai traditions firsthand!
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Camping in Khao Sok National Park
If you want to get even closer to nature, camp in the national park! You'll spot nocturnal animals like civet cats & enjoy a cozy campfire dinner cooked in bamboo. It's pretty special.
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Explore a Cave like Indiana Jones
There are 3 main caves around Cheow Lan Lake and they're really fun to explore! A cave trip is typically included with a rafthouse stay.
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Birdwatching
Khao Sok is a birdwatcher's paradise with 300+ species, including 9 hornbill types, the Malayan Banded Pitta, and Blue-eared Kingfisher. Perfect for pros or beginners alike!
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Treat yourself with Glamping
If you want to be close to nature, but don't love camping - treat yourself to the only glamping lodge in Khao Sok. It's pretty chic, with lots of wildlife spotting opportunities!
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Rafting or Kayaking on Khao Sok River
You can also go tubing, kayaking, or bamboo rafting down Khao Sok River. Many of the overnight stays will include some water activites - look out for them in the itinerary!
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Spot the Rafflesia: the World's Largest Flower
The world's largest (and smelliest!) flower also lives in Khao Sok National Park. It can grow up to 90cm and 7kg! It's unpredictable when it blooms, but check with your jungle guide!
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What other guests say
4.6
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316 reviews
The guide I had was great, friendly, always smiling. I had a solo tour so I could see the local palms. He knew the out of the way spots to check them out. A good lunch and generous time for a swim.
David
A Truly Unforgettable Experience at Khao Sok – Floating Bungalows & Exceptional Service!
We’ve just returned from a private two-day excursion through Khao Sok National Park, and it was truly one of the most magical and memorable experiences we’ve ever had. From start to finish, everything was seamlessly arranged and exceeded our expectations in every possible way.
The highlight of our stay was undoubtedly the floating bungalows—an absolute dream. Waking up to the peaceful stillness of the lake, surrounded by towering limestone cliffs and lush jungle, felt like something out of a movie. The accommodations were comfortable and clean, and the experience of literally staying on the water is something we will never forget.
What made the trip even more incredible was the level of care, service, and hospitality we received. The staff were constantly attentive, bringing a huge variety of delicious foods and buffets to us. We were honestly blown away by the quality and quantity—every meal felt like a feast!
A very special mention must go to our driver and our wonderful guide, Kob. Kob was an absolute star—so friendly, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable about the park and its wildlife. Her English was fantastic, and she went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable and looked after. She took so many beautiful photos for us throughout the trip, capturing moments we’ll treasure forever. Both she and our driver made us feel completely relaxed and in safe hands from the moment we were picked up.
It’s rare to find an experience where every detail is so thoughtfully executed, and it’s clear the team behind this truly cares about their guests. If you are considering a trip to Khao Sok, this is the way to do it—you will be treated like family and come away with memories that will last a lifetime.
Huge thank you to everyone involved—especially Kob—for making this so special. We’re incredibly grateful and cannot recommend it enough!
Boston Steinborn
We loved our stay at Khao Sok Riverside Cottages. The staff was very friendly, the food was fresh and delicious, and the rooms were clean. We went river tubing the day we arrived with Nook, who we shared conversation with as we floated down the river. We saw otters, monkeys, and snakes from the river. The staff was aware of our lake trip and wrote out a timeline for us for all of our upcoming activities. They also arranged reasonably priced private transfers to and from the cottages and Phuket for us. This place is so serene, relaxing, and beautiful. Definitely a highlight of our travels in Thailand so far!
Lauren
After a 40-minute trip by longtail boat, we arrived at the beautiful Praiwan Raft House, located in a dead-end bay near the wildlife sanctuary. We stayed in a basic hut room with a wonderful bed, the bathroom and toilet were shared. Upon arrival, we were served a warm lunch, and afterwards, we took the boat for a whole 2 minutes toward the sanctuary.
Once there, we hiked for about 30 minutes to reach the bamboo raft that took us to the Coral Cave. Each of us received a flashlight, and we explored the dead-end cave. We saw beautiful stalactites and stalagmites, as well as a few bats. After the visit, we made our way back the same route over water and land to our raft house.
Before dinner, we had about 2 hours of free time. We took the kayak and were lucky enough to encounter a family of five elephants… all to ourselves. A FANTASTIC EXPERIENCE!!!
After dinner, everyone lingered at the small restaurant and we played some games. The night started off a bit rough as a storm suddenly passed over our bay. It was all hands on deck for the staff, but the guests hardly noticed anything apart from the choppy water.
At 6:30 in the morning, we went on a one-hour boat safari to spot wildlife. Unfortunately, we didn’t see much apart from two hornbills, a monitor lizard, and a few birds of prey. After that, we had breakfast, and it was slowly time to pack up and head back to the pier.
Anke & Nele
Booked: 2D1N Comfy Khao Sok Rafthouse
It was an amazing experience.
We had a bungalow with a bathroom.
everything was clean.
Everyday we got breakfast, lunch and a dinner. all of this dishes where delicious.
Our guide tried to show us all kinds of animals.
Petra
Our two night stay at Praiwan raft house were truly magical! Morning and evening safaries, hiking and rafting to the Coral cave, kayaking, swimming in a pleasantly warm lake, watching fireflies in the evening, listening to the morning songs of gibbons, watching spectacled langurs foraging in the trees - all of these activities filled our day with joy! I have to mention the courteous staff and wonderful thai buffets they prepare for us. Our bungalow had a shower, toilet and sink, which was very convenient. Even though officially there was no hot water - the water in shower was warm enough for us.
IRINA
Loved my stay at the Rungfah Farm stay they were so attentive and lovely. We explored a cave, had a jungle trek and did a morning safari with loads of given free time to explore the park ourselves with a kayak or to swim. The food was amazing and our guide was very helpful and informative about the park.
Mia
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