Review Author: Pia and Ben

Review Date: 30 März 2026

Review Body: We had an amazing day with Gai, he is a true professional :) He showed us plenty of marvelous birds (and other wildlife) whom he can recognize just by their singing. Also, he was very helpful (came to pick us at our hotel far from the village) and amazed us with plenty of interesting facts about the wildlife and the jungle. We took the whole day of Birdwatching and we had lunch on the river.We had also time to swim and enjoy the river in the afternoon. We'll see you again when we'll come back! (the legend says 😊) and thanks again for everything! 🙏🐒🦧🐿🐦🕊🦅🦉🦎🐊🕷🌸🌱🌴

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Andrea S. from Germany

Review Date: 11 Jan. 2026

Review Body: I had a wonderful full-day tour with Gai. We saw more than 30 species of birds, a very lucky day. Gai is very thoughtful, friendly, and knowledgeable. Not only does Gai know where it is most likely to encounter this or that species of bird, he also answered many of my questions about life in Thailand and in the jungle. The full-day tour allowed to visit two different places, the jungle in the morning and the open fields in the afternoon, two very different habitats with very different species. I felt completely at ease with Gai and very well taken care of.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Avril

Review Date: 29 Jan. 2026

Review Body: Gai is an excellent birding guide with a very keen eye for spotting even the furthest bird. I saw around 30 species with his help - a very successful trip! He provided use of his binoculars and spotting scope to assist in seeing the finer detail. He also gave me some camera setting tips for optimising photography of the birds seen. Overall, a fantastic tour which I would gladly rebook if I return to Khao Sok again! Khop khun ka 🙏

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Sim

Review Date: 25 Feb. 2025

Review Body: We had an awesome half day birding experience with Mr Gai who was very friendly and has a great sense of humour. he was very excited to teach us about the local birds and wildlife and background information about the area. He made sure we had the perfect view of the birds through his scope which he brought along and assisted us in finding the best angles to take photos as well.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Chris

Review Date: 12 Apr. 2026

Review Body: Our guide was very knowledgeable and was able to identify and point out the smallest birds in thickest trees. He was also very knowledgeable in bird calls and what birds were common to the area and which were rare sightings. We saw a variety of woodpeckers, stunning sunbirds and kingfisher! We would definitely do this guided bird tour again

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Beverley

Review Date: 08 Feb. 2026

Review Body: Eddy knew all the places to take us to see a huge variety of birds. He had a vast amount of knowledge which he happily shared. We saw so many species such as common Kingfisher, serpent Eagle and banded Woodpecker just to name a few. Eddy was very considerate of my limitations. Would not hesitate to recommend the group.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Tim

Review Date: 15 März 2026

Review Body: It was a pleasure to have Gai as our host as we went birdwatching for the first time ever. Even with zero prior knowledge we had a wonderful time and gained lots of insights on all the birds we managed to spot. I hope to come back one day with and test the camera skills I learned.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Dominique Palmer

Review Date: 23 Feb. 2026

Review Body: Jane was such a wonderful guide! So knowledgeable and taught me about many birds we saw. Due to her route and knowledge, I saw so many new species of birds, what a highlight of my trip! If you are a birdwatcher don’t even think about it just book it! I went February- dry season.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Stephanie

Review Date: 10 Jan. 2026

Review Body: Gai was an excellent and knowledgeable guide! We saw many different species of birds. He was amazing at spotting them by sight or by their calls. He is well versed with the area and the places where the birds like to gather. Highly recommended!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Gabriela

Review Date: 15 März 2025

Review Body: We did a half day birdwatching tour with Mr. Gai and we really loved it! The guide was very well informed about local bird species and we found a lot of them. If you like observing wildlife, be sure to not miss this trip!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Lianne

Review Date: 13 Mai 2026

Review Body: We had a wonderful morning birdwatching with Gai. He knew all the best places to see our target-birds and he heard them calling from afar. Gai went above and beyond to show us all the birds, he is the best!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Paula Parkins

Review Date: 15 Sep. 2025

Review Body: I had the most amazing morning bird watching , saw so many birds , plus insects , lizards , I learnt which birds made which sounds , my guide looked after me impeccably from start to finish

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Chiara

Review Date: 03 Nov. 2025

Review Body: We had a fantastic time birdwatching with Mr. Gai. He’s very knowledgeable and we managed to see quite a few different birds. 100% recommend this experience if you’re in Khaosok.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Anne

Review Date: 18 Jan. 2026

Review Body: We had a great private walk with Mr. Gai. He was very patient, knew where to find the birds and we saw some great stuff. Highly recommend!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Jeremias

Review Date: 15 Apr. 2025

Review Body: Mr. Gai is a perfect guide! Thanks a lot againy Though, I would‘ve liked to know before that we are nor actually going into the jungle but the surroundingd for the birding tour. which is fine, i would‘ve just liked to know that beforehand.

Review rating: 4

Review Author: Diana & Jonas

Review Date: 05 März 2025

Review Body: The most amazing experience you could ever Dream of, when visiting Southern Thailand. Amazing food, lovely trips by Boat and spotting the most amazing wildlife. We Saw Wild elefants, Gibbon, other apes, water monitors, Bison, eagles and Horn bills. Can not even Begin to explain the feeling after this amazing trip. Day 1: We were picked up at the hotel after amazing and clear communication via Whatsapp. Made the trip so much easier and Secure feeling. After the Car ride with our lovely guide, Bow, we arrived at the pier. Such a nice boat ride, and Bow bought snacks for us to try (AMAZING). After the most scenic boat ride, we arrived at our acommodation. A Dream come true and we couldn’t believe our eyes. Bow always took Care of us and made sure we were comfortable and had everything we needed (also she is super funny and warm as a person). Then we had an amazing lunch and got to swing, Kayak and relax before our hike. After relaxing and kayaking (We Saw monkeys and hornbills), we had another boat ride to the hiking area. 5 minutes in, We Saw GIBBON!! And several of Them. Beautiful hike surrounded by majestic nature, huge trees and waterfalls. Our guide, Bow, knew everything about the area and told exciting stories and just made the trip even more of an experience. Then we went by boat to spot animals. Five minutes in, We Saw a family of Bisons - crazy sight! Then We heard Wild elefants cracking bushes and bamboo - We Saw the elefant and it was just breathtaking - leaving the biggest smiles. We want back to the acommodation and had the best dinner. Good night sleep and up for the morning safari at 6.30! Day 2: We went by boat and Saw a Group of Gibbons- they were so close!!! (See the picture). On the Way back to breakfast, We Saw a very Big hornbill- it was icing on the cake of the most amazing experience. All in all, the trip was just breathtaking and we would say it’s a MUST to visit Khao Sok and booking here when you want to go. Wow and experience. Even though We Saw the most amazing Wild life, the trip was so great BeCause of our guide, Bow. She made us feel so safe and comfortable throughout the trip, and knew everything about the nationalpark. Even if we didnt see all these amazing animals and wildlife, she would have made the trip amazing. Please use a local guide when going - you Will not regret it :) We Will DEFINITELY be back - and recommend to everyone how great this experience was :)

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Boston Steinborn

Review Date: 07 Juni 2025

Review Body: 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!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Rebecca Everett

Review Date: 22 Mai 2025

Review Body: My daughter and I had a fantastic experience! The guide team (Mr Gai) were great at keeping in touch in the lead up to our trip and were very informative and helpful, arranging taxis for us etc. Our Guide for our stay, Lisa, and our personal long tail boat captain, Mr Dream, were fantastic, really lovely, friendly, positive and helpful. Lisa in particular was great, her English was fantastic, she made sure we were okay for our entire stay, brought us snacks and water, took photos for us, gave us information on the different sorts of animals and birds we saw and was genuinely a really lovely, chatty, funny lady 😊 We did the 2D1N Private Cheow Lan Lake Journey | Boat Safari Adventure & Comfy Rafthouse with AC and it was great. It is basic, and the mattresses are on the floor, are very hard and you can feel every spring, but the view from our little terrace over the lake and the experience made up for that! Finally, the food was so good 👌 this was our final stay after travelling around Southern Thailand for a couple of weeks before returning to Bangkok to fly home to England and I can honestly say that the lunch, dinner and breakfast (lunch and dinner in particular) were the best meals I ate during my entire holiday in Thailand! Would definitely recommend adding a stay here to your itinerary- after all, how many people can say they’ve stayed in the oldest rainforest in the world! 😍 We probably could have stayed for two nights and still had plenty to do along with the swimming and kayaking in the lake, but one night was sufficient. Definitely a once in a lifetime experience 💚

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Ri & CJ

Review Date: 06 Aug. 2026

Review Body: We had the most incredible time with Bow. The lake and the raft house were amazing on their own, but she made the trip. She knew so much about the lake and the animals and she did everything she could to make sure the trip was curated perfectly for us. We asked for no hiking so we did extra wildlife watching. We don’t eat fish so she made sure all our meals were things we liked. I can’t recommend this tour enough, and definitely request Bow. We went in August because I wanted to be on the water and away from the ocean during monsoon season. The jungle was gorgeous and green and luscious and the island beaches were well exposed due to the low water level, giving the animals room to come out of the trees. This made wildlife watching extra wonderful. The weather was great- it rained on and off during the day, but it was always warm and Bow was well prepared with rain ponchos whenever we wanted (or didn’t want) them. The fruit she brought us was better than any other group (lol), fresh mangos and watermelon and pineapple and bananas! She was always available too us but never crowded us and gave us space when we wanted it. She is also the best photographer! We will be back and we will request her again!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Rain

Review Date: 22 Dez. 2025

Review Body: We had Mr. Alex as our guide and Mot as our private longtail boat captain. They were amazing and made sure we were comfortable the entire trip. Mr. Alex was friendly, funny, and took the best pictures of us. He suggested poses, took pictures on his own camera, and made sure all the angles were captured. I've literally never looked better on vacation. Khao Sok National Park is one of the most beautiful places I've ever seen in my entire life. The blue water surrounded by lush green rainforest was surreal to see. We saw several animals during the boat ride and did a short hike to the waterfall. You can tell the resorts and tour guides do their best to conserve the land for future use. The food and staff at our resort (Phupha Waree) was excellent. Please keep in mind that you are on a floating bungalow in the middle of a rainforest. Don't show up expecting a 5 star resort and you will be fine. We had ac in our room and access to a kayak which we utilized during our free time. Can't say enough good things about this wonderful place! Please make sure you take care of the land and staff if you choose to go. 🙏

Review rating: 5

Itinerary Day 1

Itinerary Summary: Morning bird walk in Khao Sok, listen to nature's sounds.

Itinerary Description: 6:30 AM - Get picked up by your knowledgeable birdwatching guide at the designated meeting point in the Khao Sok Village area. (Pick-up time may vary based on the guide’s recommendation, as birds are most active early, but it will not be later than 6:30 AM.) 7:00 AM – Arrive at the Khao Sok National Park Visitor Center and pay the national park fee (200 THB in cash per adult and 100 THB in cash per child. The fee is subject to change according to park policies and is not included in the package). 7:15 AM - Start your day with a peaceful walk through the scenic trails, as the early morning is the perfect time for bird activity. Listen to the sounds of nature and prepare to spot some of the region’s most fascinating bird species, including kingfishers, sunbirds, and raptors. This is an excellent opportunity to observe migratory species, along with other wildlife native to the area, including gibbons and macaques. Your guide will provide insights into the local ecosystem and the significance of birdlife in Khao Sok. 11:15 - 11:30 AM - Return to the Khao Sok National Park Visitor Center. Full-Day Tour Add-On For those who opt for the full-day experience, the adventure continues! After a short break for refreshments, you will head to another area of Khao Sok village or venture further, depending on the weather conditions. 12:00 PM - Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, where you can savor authentic flavors and replenish your energy for the afternoon's exploration. Lunch is included in the full-day package. 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM - Explore diverse habitats and seek out even more bird species unique to this remarkable region. Look for the Raffles's Malkoha, various woodpecker species, and other birds that thrive in the lush surroundings. Additionally, enjoy the stunning landscapes and gain deeper insights into the ecosystem with Gai's expertise. This extended portion of the tour allows for a richer experience, as you will have the chance to see a wider variety of flora and fauna, making your day truly unforgettable. 4:30 PM - Conclude your full-day birdwatching adventure with a return to Khao Sok Village, filled with memories of the beautiful birds and the incredible natural beauty of Khao Sok.