About this experience
Join us on a full-day bus tour to the most interesting and picturesque places near Phuket. You will see the pristine Thai nature, feel the sacred spirit of an ancient temple, enjoy a waterfall, and ride on bamboo rafts. Just imagine: a beautiful park, silence around you with birds singing, gently floating on the river. Leave behind the hustle and bustle, and step into tranquility, beauty, and new adventures!
What to Expect
Cave Temple and Golden Buddha Statue
The excursion will start with a visit to the cave temple Wat Suwan Kuha. You will see a fifteen-meter statue of the reclining Golden Buddha, immerse yourself in the serene atmosphere of the sacred place, and feel its power and beauty. Among travelers, Wat Suwan Kuha is known as the Monkey Temple - it is home to five different troops of long-tailed macaques. You will be able to observe the gestures, habits, and behaviors of monkeys in the wild, and if you wish, feed them bananas and nuts, which Thai grandmothers sell right there.
River Rafting and Waterfall Swimming
Just an hour away, you will be in Khao Lak National Park, which will amaze you with its fresh air, untouched nature, and exotic animals.
You will swim in the refreshing water of local waterfalls, enjoy a hearty Thai meal for lunch, and raft on bamboo rafts along a calm mountain river. An emotionally rich day in the fresh air awaits you, which will be remembered for a long time!
Excursion Itinerary:06:30-07:00 - Departure from the hotel.09:20 - Stop at Monkey Cave, visit to Suwan Kuha temple, cave with stalactites and bats.11:20 - Visit to the animal protection center.12:50 - Rafting on bamboo rafts or canoes. A walk along the river in the jungles with the opportunity to enjoy the unique view of wild nature.13:35 - You will see fruit plantations and rubber tree plantations, and the guide will tell you about the exotic fruits grown in Thailand.13:50 - Lunch at a traditional Thai cuisine restaurant.14:50 - Mini turtle farm (closed on Saturdays and Sundays).15:00 - Stop at the waterfall.16:20 - Stop at the Sarasin Bridge, observation deck.Around 17:00 - Return to the hotel. The exact return time depends on the road situation and the location of the hotel.
Please Note: rivers and waterfalls in these areas are at their fullest from June to November during the rainy season.
Who is this excursion for
Travelers who love wild, untouched by civilization nature, clean air, and the energy of the jungle.
Organizational Details
Booking Procedure
- After making a deposit on the website, to complete the booking, you need to prepay the guide 50% of the excursion cost in advance.
- Cancellation of the excursion with a full refund is possible at least 2 days before the trip. The only exceptions are illness and the presentation of a doctor's certificate (valid only for the person to whom it is issued).
- To complete the booking, you need to send passport photos to the guide for arranging insurance for the tour, the hotel name, and room number.
How the Excursion Goes
- The excursion will be led by me or another guide from our team.
- The excursion takes place on a minivan with air conditioning.
- The excursion is conducted in Russian.
What's Included and What's Not
- Included: entrance ticket to the national park, insurance, and lunch.
- Additional fee: entrance fee to Wat Suwan Kuha temple - 20 baht (less than $1) as a donation.
- Transfers: Patong, Karon, Kata - free transfer. If you need a transfer from other areas of Phuket, please write in the comments before placing the order.
