
Join a private day trip to the caves of Cheow Lan Lake in Khao Sok National Park. Our Cheow Lan Lake cave trips start from Khao Lak, Phuket or Krabi. You explore limestone caverns with a local guide, and the day includes a longtail boat ride and jungle trekking.
Cheow Lan Lake is known for its emerald-green water, dramatic limestone cliffs and rainforest-covered mountains. A private tour shows you a different side of Khao Sok. You travel by traditional longtail boat, hike through the jungle and explore hidden underground passages with an experienced local guide.
At Thai Tours, we offer trips to three different caves at the lake. Each one offers a different experience, so you can choose the day that best matches your interests and fitness level.
Private Cheow Lan Lake Cave TripsYour adventure starts with hotel pickup if you choose our private transfer from Khao Lak, Phuket or Krabi. From there, you travel to the lake and continue by longtail boat. The boat ride is an experience in itself. Towering limestone karsts, dense rainforest and clear green water surround you, so the lake feels like one of the most spectacular landscapes in southern Thailand.
Depending on your choice, your day may include jungle trekking, underground exploration, swimming, kayaking, a waterfall visit and lunch beside the lake.
Paka-Rang suits travellers who want a scenic boat trip, a short jungle trek and an underground visit in one day. First, a longtail boat takes you across the lake. Then you trek through the jungle and continue by bamboo raft. Inside, you explore about 100 meters of limestone passages and see stalactites, stalagmites and other rock formations.
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Pra Kie Phet CavePra Kie Phet is a good choice if you want a shorter jungle walk and plenty of time on the lake. The hike takes about 10 minutes. The cave itself is around 60 meters deep and has interesting limestone formations. In addition, this trip includes a waterfall visit, jungle hiking, lunch, swimming and kayaking.
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Nam Ta Lu is the most adventurous of our three Khao Sok trips. The trip includes about 3–4 hours of jungle hiking in total. Inside, you explore a system of more than 600 meters, and water forms part of the adventure in some sections. This tour is for travellers who enjoy hiking and active outdoor experiences.
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A Private Day Trip Designed Around YouOur Cheow Lan Lake cave trips are private, so you get a more personal experience than on a large group excursion. You travel with your own group and a local Thai guide. As a result, you can enjoy the day at a comfortable pace while you explore Khao Sok National Park. The drive from Khao Lak or Krabi to the lake takes about two hours. From Phuket, the travel time depends on your hotel location.
Where are the caves located?
They are around Cheow Lan Lake in Khao Sok National Park, Surat Thani Province, southern Thailand. Limestone cliffs, rainforest and emerald-green water surround each one.
Can I take a trip from Khao Lak, Phuket or Krabi?
Yes. We arrange private trips from Khao Lak, Phuket and Krabi. We can also arrange private air-conditioned transport from your hotel.
Which tour should I choose?
Paka-Rang, also known as Coral Cave, combines a longtail boat ride, jungle trekking, bamboo rafting and underground exploration. Pra Kie Phet offers a shorter walk with a waterfall, lunch, swimming and kayaking. Nam Ta Lu is the most active option, with several hours of jungle trekking and a longer adventure underground.
Are the tours private?
Yes. All our tours are private day trips, so you travel with your own group instead of a large tour group. They suit couples, families, friends and small groups. A local guide and a ranger accompany the tour.
What is included in the tour?
The tour includes national park fees, longtail boat, life jackets, lunch, bottled water, a local ranger and a Thai tour guide. We can also arrange private transport from Khao Lak, Phuket or Krabi.
What should I bring?
We recommend comfortable trekking shoes, swimwear, a towel, sun protection, mosquito repellent, extra clothes and a small backpack. For Nam Ta Lu, good trekking shoes are especially important because the tour includes several hours of jungle trekking and underground exploration.
Experience the caves, rainforest and spectacular limestone scenery of Khao Sok National Park on a private trip at Cheow Lan Lake. Choose your tour above and book your adventure with Thai Tours today.