26 Things To Do In Khao Lak
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1. Trip To Khao Lak Lam Ru National Park
19 km from city center
National Park
Named after two of its highest peaks- Lak and Lam Ru; the Khao Lak Lam Ru National Park is located south of Hat Khao Lak in Phang Nga and is home to numerous species of plants, birds, animals, and marine life. It is the perfect area to enjoy wildlife watching and photography, and other activities such as hiking and forest walks.
2. Sunbathe At Khao Lak Beach
0 km from city center
Beach
Backed by swaying palm groves, Khao Lak Beach features a long stretch of blond sands and vantage walking spots for sunsets. Popular for family-oriented activities, kayaking, rafting, sunbathing, and partying after dark, Khao Lak Beach is lined with waterfront bars, restaurants, and resort bungalows.
3. Relax At Nang Thong Beach
7 km from city center
Beach
Nang Thong Beach is located close to the village of La On in Khao Lake. Although it spans just two kilometers, this strip is packed with restaurants, bars, diving centres, and plenty of activities. With many stretches of private land (owing to the resorts located along the beach), you’ll find Nang Thong Beach to be a quiet location for sunbathing, swimming, and enjoying a lovely day.
4. Diving in Khao Lak
Diving & Snorkelling
Khao Lak lies just opposite to Similan Island, which is a world-famous destination for scuba diving. Apart from Similan & Surin Islands, several more sites in the region are famous for their marine life. Some popular diving spots are Similan Islands, Boonsang Wreck, Premchai Wreck, and Koh Bon, among other places.
5. Day Trip To Similan Islands
67 km from city center
Island
The Similan islands are an archipelago of nine islands that are considered to be the best diving spot in Thailand. It has coral reefs over 5000 years old and extensive marine life including sea turtles, rays, moray eels, and whale sharks, and a large community of tropical fish. Out of the nine, visitors are only allowed on two, Ko Miang and Ko Similan. As a National park, there is a 500 Baht entry (Read More) fee for adults and 300 Baht for children.
6. Go for a Hike at Coconut Beach
4 km from city center
Beach
Khao Lak’s White Sand Beach gives way to Coconut Beach north of Pakarang Cape Peninsula. The beach is lined by coconut palms that offer soothing shade to sunbathers and picnickers. Coconut Beach is almost deserted, with only remains of fallen branches dotting the sand strip. A few hundred meters is completely deserted and makes for a short beach hike.
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7. Visit International Tsunami Museum
4 km from city center
Museum
The International Tsunami Museum is dedicated to preserving the tragic story of the devastating Indian Ocean tsunami in 2004 for subsequent generations. It is located in a two-story home on Phetkasem Road. The exhibits show photos and videos of Khao Lak’s tsunami and a real stranded police boat, teach how a tsunami is formed, and show cultural and psychological responses to the calamity.
8. Tour Sea Turtle Conservation Centre
0 km from city center
Wildlife Sanctuary
The Royal Thai Navy’s Third Fleet Sea Turtle Conservation Centre in Khao Lak is a bamboo rafting centre and turtle farm rescuing turtles in danger of losing their lives to fishing industries when trapped in nets or hunted for meat. This centre features tanks for newly-hatched or injured sea turtles, anemones and fish. Visitors can enjoy full and half-day tours of the incubators or go bamboo raftin (Read More)g onsite.
9. Snorkelling in Khao Lak
Diving & Snorkelling
With an unspoiled marine habitat surrounded by three national parks, Khao Lak is ideal for exploring the underwater world. The bay of Khao Lak gives shelter to Eels, Wheals, Dolphins, Rays, and many other marine species. There are many snorkeling sites on the coast of Khao Lak. Bang Niang, Khao Na Yak, White Sand, Nang Thong are few of them.
10. Enjoy The Nightlife
0 km from city center
Nightlife
From cocktails, ocean views, all-nighter live music, cabaret, and fire shows to tasty seafood shacks under palms, there is never a dull moment in Khao Lak after dark. While most of the nightlife is centered around Nang Thong Beach, other popular destinations include Monkey Bar, The Bar, Gecko Bar, and Moo Moo Cabaret Bar.
11. Ban Nam Khem Tsunami Memorial Center
17 km from city center
Museum
Ban Nam Khem Tsunami Memorial Center is a focal point in Thailand for remembering those whose lives were lost in the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami. Ban Nam Khem was one of the country’s worst-affected areas in the disaster. The museum serves as a source of historical knowledge on the local communities and how lives changed in this quaint fishing village because of the tragic natural disaster.
12. Party at Monkey Bar
0 km from city center
Bars & Lounges
Located on Phetkasem Road in the center of La On Village, Monkey Bar is a monkey-themed bar known for its laid-back ambiance, friendly staff, live music by talented local musicians, and cheap but good-quality drinks. It is a cozy hangout spot with lots of seating and charming Reggae-style decor. Guests are allowed to jam on stage and show off their musical skills. Cocktails are priced at THB 99 on (Read More)wards.
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13. Swimming At Ton Chong Fa Waterfall
6 km from city center
Waterfall
Tong Chong Fa Waterfall is located within the Khao Sok National Park and is enveloped by beautiful countryside and mountains. Renowned as the “Free Natural Showers,” Tong Chong Fa Waterfall is a stunning waterfall with multiple swimming pools, perfect for taking a break from the summer heat and going swimming.
14. Relax at White Sand Beach
2 km from city center
Beach
Located just north of Khao Lak’s Pakarang Cape Peninsula, White Sand Beach is a pristine 2.6 km strip on the Pak Weep Coast. True to its name, White Sand Beach offers a stretch of warm, sparkling white sand shaded by palms and other local fauna. It is ideal for relaxed sunbathing as the offshore reef makes the sea unsuitable for swimming.
15. Stroll Around Takua Pa Old Town
19 km from city center
Town
Once the most significant trading hub in southern Thailand, Takua Pa Old Town is now an important cultural attraction. The region sprawls over five main roads - Thanon Sri Takua Pa, Thanon Udom Tara, Thanon Klan Kaew, Thanon Montri 2, and Thanon Na Mueang. Every Sunday evening, the town’s main road, Thanon Sri Takua Pa, comes alive as a walking street lined by local vendors and food stalls between (Read More) 04:00 PM and 08:00 PM.
16. Surfing At Bang Niang Beach
5 km from city center
Beach
Located north of Nang Thong on Khao Lak, Bang Niang Beach is one of the most popular destinations for backpackers and surfers. It is known for simple activities and blissful surroundings, with the calm, warm waters of the Andaman Sea.The quiet stretch of golden sand at the beach makes it an ideal location for walking to the adjoining Nang Thong beach.
17. Trip To Surin Island
93 km from city center
Beach
Situated around 60 Km west of Khao Lak and originally a part of the Mu Ko Surin National Park, the Surin Islands (not to be confused with Surin Beach in Phuket) comprises a group of Five Islands. It is most visited by snorkelers, nature lovers, and wildlife photographers hoping to indulge in diving, snorkeling, game fishing, and hiking. Lacking development, it is also a haven for people looking fo (Read More)r a quiet refuge.
18. Trip to Phang Nga Bay & James Bond Island
61 km from city center
Island
Tucked between southern Thailand's mainland and Phuket Island, Phang Nga Bay is a fantastic day-trip destination for tourists in Khao Lak. Boasting dramatic karst landscapes, magnanimous caves and turquoise lagoons, this archipelago is dotted with coral reefs and mangrove forests. Among Phang Nga's small islets, James Bond Island and national park is a pilgrimage for 007 fans, with picturesque 66- (Read More)feet-tall limestone cliffs.
19. Pak Weep Beach
6 km from city center
Beach
Situated 15 minutes drive away from Nang Thong Beach in the center of Khao Lak, Pak Weep Beach is an ideal seaside spot for families with kids. The clear blue Andaman Sea is calm and safe, while the beach has slides, swings, and climbing frames. Hiring sunbeds and umbrellas on Pak Weep Beach is not allowed.
20. Experience The Vegetarian Festival
6 km from city center
Fairs & Festivals
The Vegetarian festival is an annual festival celebrated in towns where people of Chinese origin reside. The Thai people observe this festival for ten days, decided by the Chinese lunar calendar. People who take part only eat vegetarian food for ten days. Parades and firecrackers mark the start of the festival in Takua, Pa, and special accommodations are made on the menu for vegetarian items at th (Read More)is time.
21. Rafting in Khao Lak
0 km from city center
Rafting
Rafting and whitewater rafting are perfect for exploring the jungles of Khao Lak in Southern Thailand. Take traditional bamboo rafts or modern rafts down the Wang Khiang Koo River and Ton Pling Waterfall amidst off-beat tropics, granite boulders and hills. Water sports centres like Sea Turtle Conservation Centre, Sutingroup Bamboo Rafting and Green Andaman provide packages starting at THB 2,000. L (Read More)ocal bamboo rafts cost about THB 260.
22. Enjoy the View from Khao Lak Phu View
6 km from city center
Restaurant
Nestled atop a hill in Khuekkhak, Khao Lak Phu View is a restaurant with a cozy and casual setting and breathtaking views of the Andaman Sea in the distance. They serve delectable Western and Thai cuisine, including all local seafood delicacies. Prices are reasonable and can range around THB 600-700 for two people.
23. Tour an Elephant Sanctuary
0 km from city center
Wildlife Sanctuary
Built with the vision of creating a haven for elephants to retire in bliss and be rehabilitated, Khao Lak’s elephant sanctuaries allow people to learn about them. In addition, they offer the rare opportunity for visitors to feed, walk with, give mud baths to the Asian elephants, and even have some friendly water fights. Phang Nga Elephant Park, Elephant Welfare Centre, and Khao Lak Eco Elephant ar (Read More)e the largest sanctuaries in Khao Lak.
24. Khao Lak Sunset Beach
8 km from city center
Beach
Sunset Beach is an idyllic destination for those seeking seclusion on a private sandy beach in Khao Lak. This beach borders the lush hills of Lam Ru National Park and overlooks a stunning, less crowded coastline flanked by casuarinas, boulders and turquoise waters. Sunset Beach lives up to its name, and one can enjoy panoramic sunset vistas from the beach’s luxury bungalows, resorts or lounges.
25. Ride a Canoe on Little Amazon
22 km from city center
Forest
Set amidst richly biodiverse swamps, Little Amazon is Khao Lak's unspoiled, Amazon rainforest-like canoeing destination. Tourists can sit on a canoe rowed by Little Amazon's crews, afloat on the gentle currents of a stream called Klong Sung Nae for 3-4 hours. Adventure enthusiasts are rewarded with plenty of chances to see the resident reptiles, birds, snakes, monkeys, fish, beautiful banyans, pal (Read More)ms and mangroves.
26. Hike to Ton Pling Waterfall
10 km from city center
Waterfall
Ton Pling Waterfall is a serene location near Thai Mueang in Khao Lak with lots of greenery around. The water stream forms a brief fall and cascades over multiple huge boulders. You can take a dip in the cool water and climb the rocks for pictures. The waterfall can be reached after taking a short 1 km hike that takes hardly 15 minutes.
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FAQs on Khao Lak
How can I commute within Khao lak?
The best way to get around in Khao Lak is on foot. Short distances may be covered on bicycles or motorbikes. Songathews run for short distances as with most places in Thailand. Taxis may be hired for long distances or getting out of town.
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What are the top sightseeing places in Khao lak?
The top sightseeing places in Khao lak are Khao Lak Lam Ru National Park, Surin Islands, Similan Islands, Diving in Khao Lak, Nang Thong Beach, Snorkelling in Khao Lak.