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Khao Sok Lake Tour on Cheow Lan Lake
Join us on our Khao Sok Lake Tour for a sightseeing cruise on the magical waters of Cheow Lan Lake, a strikingly-beautiful region of Khao Sok National Park which could be described best as Shangri La! Many of the world’s most awe-inspiring regions are often best viewed from aboard the deck of a boat, allowing unobstructed views of the surrounding landscapes that would otherwise not be possible from land. Khao Sok National Park is such a place and the panoramic views aboard a boat on scenic Cheow Lan Lake are nothing short of extraordinary!
The drive to the pier at the lake from Khao Lak takes approximately two hours, so we will pick you up in front of your hotel bright and early to get a good start on the day. After arriving at the pier at the Rajjaprabha Dam, you will hop aboard a traditional Thai Longtail boat to begin the sightseeing cruise on the lake. Once upon a time, the lake bed was a nearly impassable jungle basin meandering through the sheer cliffs and rugged mountains. The flooding of the Cheow Lan Lake reservoir made navigating this region a dream. Nowadays, islands that were once mountains rise out of the translucent turquoise waters, creating an otherworldly landscape, breathtaking to behold!
Throughout the day, the captain will stop the boat at a few locations where you will disembark with your guide for activities on the itinerary and for lunch. One of activities is a short jungle trek along a path to spot rare and exotic flora and fauna living in the rainforest. The low-effort trek takes about an hour to complete as is suitable for anyone who can walk on slightly uneven terrain. Your experienced guide will assist you in spotting some of the rarest flower species on earth when they are in bloom. Remember to look up! Gibbons and elusive Dusky Leak monkeys can be found hiding in the dense jungle foliage or on the high branches of giant trees.
But wait! We have more planned for your day! The stone foundation of this ancient rainforest region is mainly composed of soft limestone that has been eroded by water over tens of thousands of years, sculpting the soft rock into a multitude of unique and interesting shapes. Caves, caverns, and sinkholes are a common feature of karst regions such as this, and Khao Sok National Park is no exception. Another stop that we will make on land during the lake cruise will be to do a little spelunking to explore the hidden world deep inside an ever-changing karst cave!
We will stop for lunch aboard a floating raft-house restaurant where you will dine on savory Thai cuisine. After lunch, you will have time to jump into the invigorating waters of Cheow Lan Lake for a refreshing swim or kick back, relax, and breathe in the natural beauty of Khao Sok National Park. On some occasions, your guide may choose to have a picnic lunch on the shoreline in lieu of the raft-house restaurant if the restaurant is too crowded. Either way, you will have the grandeur and beauty of the Khao Sok landscape as a backdrop while you dine and replenish your energy.
If you’re looking for a relaxing day trip to the heart of Khao Sok, charge up your phone and camera batteries and come along with us! Embrace the opportunity to create timeless memories and photos with Khao Lak Land Discovery! Book your scenic full-day lake tour today and witness the awe-inspiring views only available from aboard a boat on Cheow Lan Lake and experience the wonder of Khao Sok National Park!
