Cheow Lan Lake and Diamond Cave Tour

08:15–08:45 Morning Pick-up

• The day begins with a convenient pick-up from your accommodation in Khao Sok. From there, we’ll head to the impressive Ratchaprapha Dam, the spectacular gateway to the magical waters of Cheow Lan Lake. The exact pick-up time will depend on your accommodation’s location and the number of participants.

Boarding a Traditional Longtail Boat

• On arrival at the pier, your traditional longtail boat will be waiting. Step aboard and get ready for an unforgettable adventure as the boat glides across the lake’s turquoise waters, surrounded by a dreamlike landscape of towering limestone formations.

Limestone Cliffs: The Lake’s Iconic View

• We’ll sail to the lake’s most iconic landmark: the famous trio of limestone formations rising vertically from the water. This is the image that defines the “Guilin of Thailand”. You’ll have time to admire this natural wonder and capture some unforgettable photographs.

Diamond Cave: A Hidden World

• Our journey will take us to the fascinating Diamond Cave. Spend 30 minutes exploring its underground world and discovering its secrets, including dazzling stalactite and stalagmite formations.

Jungle Walk

• After a short boat ride, we’ll disembark for an immersive 30-minute walk through an exotic swamp forest. This is a unique opportunity to discover the remarkable flora and fauna that inhabit this incredible ecosystem.

Lunch at a Floating Restaurant

• After the walk, we’ll sail to a picturesque floating restaurant, where you’ll enjoy a delicious lunch featuring authentic Thai flavours, all accompanied by spectacular panoramic views of the lake.

Free Time: Swim, Kayak or Relax

• After lunch, you’ll have two hours of free time to enjoy this paradise at your own pace. Soak up the tranquillity of the lake and choose between taking a refreshing swim, exploring the shoreline by kayak or simply sunbathing on the floating restaurant’s deck.

15:30–17:30 Return to Khao Sok

• We’ll say goodbye to this floating paradise and enjoy a relaxing longtail boat ride back to the pier. Once ashore, our comfortable minivan will be waiting to take you back to your accommodation in Khao Sok, arriving at approximately 17:30.

Important Information

• Pick-up: Morning pick-up directly from your accommodation in the Khao Sok area.

• National Park: We’ll be visiting a protected natural environment. Please follow your guide’s instructions to help preserve the beauty of the lake and its ecosystem.

• Guide: The excursion is led by a local English-speaking guide who knows the park’s hidden gems.

• Allergies and Special Requirements: Your well-being is our priority. Please inform us of any food allergies or special requirements when making your booking.

• Itinerary Notice: Your safety is our priority. The route, island stops and order of activities 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 accommodatio
• Traditional longtail boat
• Lunch and drinks
• Professional tour guide 🇹🇭🇬🇧
• Kayak
• Accident insurance

Not Included

• Government entrance fees: 340 THB per person
• Personal expenses

• Swimwear and towel
• Sunglasses
• Cap or hat
• Suitable walking shoes
• Raincoat
• Insect repellent
• Cash for personal expenses
• Waterproof phone pouch
• A photo of your passport on your phone

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.

What makes the Cheow Lan Lake tour in Khao Sok special?

It’s an immersive experience in the heart of Khao Sok National Park, cruising among limestone karst formations, pristine rainforest and landscapes that seem frozen in time.

How is the boat trip across the lake organised?

The journey takes place aboard a traditional longtail boat, ideal for exploring the lake at a leisurely pace and enjoying its natural surroundings in an authentic way.

What will we visit during the tour?

The tour includes exploring Diamond Cave, cruising across the lake, visiting floating raft houses and enjoying free time to take in the natural surroundings.

What is included in the tour from Khao Sok?

The tour includes pick-up from your accommodation, a group tour with an English-speaking guide, lunch and kayaking, as well as the longtail boat trip.