Khao Sok Adventure Tour

08:00 – Morning Pick-up

• We’ll start the day with pick-up from your accommodation in Khao Lak. The exact time will depend on your accommodation’s location and the number of participants.

• On the way to Khao Sok, we’ll pass through rural landscapes, rubber plantations and small villages in southern Thailand.

Takuapa Local Market

• Our first stop will be a traditional market where local residents shop for fruit, vegetables and typical Thai food.

• A perfect place to observe everyday life in southern Thailand.

Khao Sok National Park Viewpoint

• We’ll stop at a scenic viewpoint to enjoy impressive views of limestone mountains covered in tropical rainforest.

Monkey Temple – Wat Phanthurat

• We’ll visit this unusual temple set inside a natural cave, home to numerous monkeys that often approach visitors.

Bamboo Rafting on the Sok River

• One of the highlights of the day.

• You’ll glide peacefully along the Sok River on a bamboo raft or traditional canoe as the tropical rainforest unfolds around you.

• During the journey, the guides will prepare traditional coffee in a bamboo cup, a small local tradition in the heart of the jungle.

Thai Lunch

• We’ll enjoy lunch at a local restaurant surrounded by nature.

Elephant Experience

• We’ll visit a sanctuary where you can interact with Asian elephants. You’ll have the opportunity to bathe the elephants, feed them fresh fruit and learn more about these incredible animals.

Return to Khao Lak

• After a full day in the jungle, we’ll begin the journey back to your accommodation.

• Arrival is expected at approximately 16:30–17:00.

Important Information

• Nature experience: This tour takes place in a protected natural environment. Please follow your guide’s instructions to help preserve the ecosystem.

• Ethics and respect: If you choose the elephant sanctuary option, please interact with the animals respectfully and carefully, as they are rescued elephants. Your visit helps these sanctuaries continue their conservation work.

• What to bring: We recommend bringing swimwear, sunscreen, a hat, insect repellent, sunglasses, a camera and a photo of your passport saved on your phone.

• Allergies and special requirements: Your wellbeing is our priority. Please inform us of any food allergies or special requirements when booking.

• Itinerary notice: Your safety is our priority. The route, stops or order of the itinerary may be changed or cancelled without prior notice depending on weather and sea conditions, including waves and tides.

• Restrictions: Pregnant women, children under 4 years old and people with medical conditions and/or back problems cannot join this tour.

• Transfers to and from your accommodation
• Traditional Thai lunch
• Drinking water during the tour
• Bamboo rafting or canoeing on the Sok River
• Elephant experience
• Professional tour guide 🇹🇭🇬🇧
• Accident insurance

Not included

• Personal expenses

• Swimwear
• Sunglasses
• Cap or hat
• Insect repellent
• Cash for personal expenses
• Waterproof phone pouch
• A photo of your passport saved on your phone

At Olé Tours, we share Koh Samui's deep commitment to the protection and conservation of elephants, majestic animals that have endured the harsh reality of exploitation for decades. We recognise the past of these animals, marked by forced labour in the logging industry and unethical tourism, where mistreatment and a lack of respect were commonplace. For this reason, we work exclusively with sanctuaries that prioritise animal welfare, where rescued elephants can find a safe and dignified home.

Through this experience, we aim to raise awareness of the importance of responsible tourism, where respect and admiration for these gentle giants are at the heart of every encounter. Every visit to these sanctuaries is a step towards a future where elephants can live free from suffering, in an environment that respects their nature and contributes to their conservation.

At Olé Tours, we would like to express our sincere gratitude to every responsible traveller who chooses to join us in this important mission. Your choice makes a difference and contributes to a more compassionate future for these magnificent animals.

Booking notice: To secure your place, we recommend booking as far in advance as possible, especially during high season. Many of our tours have limited capacity and fill up quickly, so we cannot guarantee availability for bookings made only 1 or 2 days in advance.

Itinerary notice: To ensure your safety and the best possible experience, the order of the stops or the route may change without prior notice due to traffic, weather conditions or other external factors.

Restrictions: Pregnant women, children under 4 years old and people with medical and/or back problems cannot join the tour.

Special requirements: Please inform us of any allergies or special requirements when making your booking so that we can make the necessary arrangements.

Accident insurance: To ensure the validity of the accident insurance, you must provide the full name, gender and passport number of all participants. Failure to provide this information may result in the cancellation of your booking. During high season, we recommend securing your place in advance.

Pick-ups: For group tours, our vehicle will pick up participants in sequence, so we kindly ask you to wait patiently at the entrance of your hotel. If you feel the wait is excessive, please contact the operator directly. If your accommodation is inaccessible to the vehicle, pick-up will take place at a nearby alternative meeting point agreed in advance.

Cancellation policy: You will find a brief description of our cancellation policy in the booking form. Please read it before booking. You can also view the full policy in the Terms and Conditions.

Questions or enquiries: Please contact us directly via WhatsApp and we will answer any questions as soon as possible.

Where is Khao Sok National Park located?

Khao Sok National Park is located in southern Thailand, between the provinces of Surat Thani and Phang Nga, approximately an hour and a half from Khao Lak.

What does the Khao Sok safari include?

This tour includes transport from Khao Lak, a visit to a local market, a stop at the national park viewpoint, a visit to the Monkey Temple and a trip along the Sok River by bamboo raft or canoe, surrounded by tropical rainforest.

Can I take the tour without the elephant experience?

Yes. There are two options. One focuses on nature and bamboo rafting along the river, while the other also includes an elephant experience where you can interact with the elephants, bathe them and feed them.

How long does the Khao Sok tour from Khao Lak last?

The tour lasts approximately 8–9 hours, including transfers from accommodation in Khao Lak.

Is this excursion suitable for families with children?

Yes. The tour is suitable for families and children. The activities are gentle and take place with experienced local guides.