Khao Sok: Private Elephant Day Care and Bamboo Rafting Pickup From Khao Lak
ID: GYG304238-O-532618
Category:
Country: Thailand
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Explore the world-class, untouched tropical rainforest of Khao Sok National Park on a private tour. Interact closely with the gentle elephants at an elephant sanctuary. Enjoy a tranquil bamboo raft ride on the Sok River and discover the local wildlife.
Start your adventure bright and early with complimentary pickup from your hotel in Khao Lak or Khao Sok. Enjoy the sights of local life in the southern part of Thailand as you drive to your first stop, the Khao Sok Viewpoint. Once there, delight in a unique photo opportunity with panoramic views over the national park, the home of 51 species of mammals, 300 different birds, and wild orchids.
Next, visit an elephant sanctuary and meet the friendly giants. Hear about their individual stories and how they were rescued. Learn how to make a medicinal meal for the elephants from the loving elephant carer (mahout), then bathe the elephants in a fun mud spa. Lastly, feed them from your own hands while taking some exciting new photos for your Instagram.
From here, head to a local restaurant to savor a delicious southern Thai set lunch. Then, set off on your next adventure along the peaceful and lush Sok River with bamboo raft paddlers. Admire stunning views of dramatic towering mountains, and maybe catch a glimpse of the various birds, reptiles, wild orchids, and monkeys that call the area home.
Take a well-deserved break on the river banks and enjoy fresh coffee made from bamboo. After your adventurous day, hop back on the van and make your last quick stop at Mea Yai waterfall before transferring back to your hotel.
Highlights
- Marvel at the stunning landscapes of the ancient jungle in Khao Sok National Park on a private tour
- Take in panoramic views of Khao Sok National Park at Khao Sok Viewpoint
- Interact with the elephants at a sanctuary while also learning about their rescue stories
- Make medicinal supplements for the gentle giants as well as bathe them in a river
- Hop on a bamboo raft and explore Sok River on a centuries-old method of transportation
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Please wait in your hotel lobby 15 minutes before the activity starts
• Please bring your passport or ID card
• This tour is not recommended for people with mobility impairments
• This tour will take place rain or shine
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Please wait in the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time. Please show your mobile confirmation when approached by your guide. Drivers will wait no longer than 5 minutes after the scheduled pickup time.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.