A full-day Khao Lak off-road safari by 4x4: bump along jungle tracks and rubber plantations to the Phu Ta Jor viewpoint, well away from the crowds. Private guide and hotel pickup included.
Get ready for an unforgettable day of adventure on our hallmark Khao Lak off-road safari. We take you on an exhilarating 4×4 expedition through the rarely-visited Phutajor region, where emerald rainforest blankets towering mountains, wildlife flourishes and big cats roam. Just south of Khao Sok National Park and far off the tourist trail, you climb to 600 metres on our formidable off-road vehicle for panoramic views unbroken by any sign of civilisation.
On this Khao Lak jeep safari you meet isolated wildlife and curious creatures that, often unafraid of people, may venture closer to investigate new visitors to their pristine habitat. During the 4×4 safari you stop to stretch your legs on a short jungle trek to a vivacious waterfall — a calm, restoring break for all the senses.
But there is more. Jump in a canoe and let your experienced paddle guide steer you downriver, where the sounds of wildlife radiate from deep within the rainforest canopy overhead.
What the Khao Lak Off Road Safari Includes
This small-group Khao Lak off road safari is a full day by 4×4 through Phutajor National Park: backroad driving to the 600-metre viewpoint, a guided jungle trek to a waterfall, a river canoe leg, a Thai lunch and a stop at a traditional Buddhist temple for a brief cultural impression. Hotel pickup and return are included and prices start from ฿3,200 per person.
Want more rainforest and water? Pair it with our Cheow Lan Lake day trip or the Khao Lak adventure tour of rafting, ATV and zipline. Arriving by air first? Book a Khao Lak transfer. Don't forget your camera — fill your images with the unbridled beauty of Phutajor, made possible only with Khao Lak Land Discovery.
Reference: Khao Sok National Park on Wikipedia.





Exact timings flex with conditions and traffic — your guide sequences the stops to keep them calm rather than rushed. This is how the day usually runs.
At around 8:30 AM, you will have no difficulty spotting which vehicle our driver and guide are picking you up in! About this time, you will realize that you didn’t book some mundane tour!
Pick-up times vary slightly based on the location of your hotel, thus, your exact pick-up time will be confirmed at the time of booking.
Thailand is world-famous as one of the centres of the Buddhist faith, and temples can be found everywhere. Temples in urban areas are the centre of the community, providing spiritual guidance to millions of people and a place for festivals and events. The temple you'll be visiting is far away from populous areas. Allowing resident monks and visitors a place of peace and solitude, the ideal environment for meditation and quiet contemplation while on the path to total enlightenment. Every sculpture, mural, altar, and angle has a meaning or purpose and was designed intricately with this in mind.
If you wish to enter any temples, temple grounds, or areas held sacred, please remember to dress accordingly. Your clothing should not be too revealing and must cover your shoulders and knees. Instead of wearing trousers, long dresses and skirts, or restrictive shirts and blouses, a sarong can worn to cover up in a pinch. Never walk in front of people when they are in the act of prayer. Remember to remove your footwear and hats before entering any temple, shrine, or stepping onto a monument platform.
If you are unsure of whether certain conduct is permitted on temple grounds, be sure to ask your guide, as they are there to inform and assist you whilst on tour.

Your tour activities include a local paddle guide taking you on a relaxing cruise downriver, revealing hidden mysteries of the rainforest that you may otherwise miss if not viewed by boat. Without the need to paddle yourself, you're able to focus your attention on the lush forest that lines the river bank and the canopy overhead, keeping your hands on the ready to take photos of the diverse flora and fauna found at Phutajor National Park.
Many of the forest’s inhabitants are masters of camouflage and elusion, making them very difficult to spot. Your paddle guide’s knowledge of the local habitat and its inhabitants will be a boon in assisting you to spot creatures that you might otherwise miss.
Water is the lifeblood of the rainforest, ever-present and the enemy of your valuable electronics. We recommend bringing a waterproof case, bag or cover to protect these devices from splashes, rain, and accidental immersion.

When selecting a restaurant to dine at, most people take the ambiance into consideration. Great tasting food, accompanied with the desired ambiance, results in a more satisfying dining experience than taste alone. The beautiful natural setting that was chosen for lunch creates an ambiance which would be best described as sublime. Here, you will enjoy a delicious Thai meal, which, aided by the ambiance, creates an ideal environment to nourish your body and soul.
Embark on a Off-road journey through the mountainous rainforests of Phutajor National Park! Rarely visited by tourists, the Phutajor region remains to this day, pristine and undisturbed. Phutajor is inhabited by giant squirrels, monkeys, wild cats, and a myriad of other flora and fauna. For example, the world’s largest flower, the Rafflesia, can be seen here at certain times of the year. If the Rafflesia flower is in bloom, you will likely smell its putrid odor long before you find the flower! As the Off Road traverses the varying terrain, the slow pace creates a revivifying breeze, intensifying during the ascent to an elevation of 600 metres.
Breathtaking panoramic views, intriguing wildlife, and the lush rainforest vegetation make this an ideal location for avid photographers.
Stroll through the rainforest, listen to the Rainforest Symphony, and keep your eyes open for the members of the orchestra. After a brief 15 minute hike, the sound of a waterfall appears in the background, intensifying like a crescendo as you draw near.
Throughout history and in all corners of the world, waterfalls have been been revered as sacred places with an almost supernatural ability to revitalize the mind, body, and soul. This will become evidently apparent after just a few moments of your arrival at the falls.
Moments in time such as these have the uncanny ability create episodic memories, our most complex memories, allowing you to recall the sights, smells, sounds, textures, the taste of the air, and the emotions you felt. Take a moment to breathe it all in!
Your off-road adventure has come to an end and it is time to take you back to your hotel in the Khao Lak area. You’ll be back in time to watch the magnificent Andaman Sea sunset at the end of an adventurous day in backcountry Phang Nga.
Not included
Children age 2–11 ฿2,600 · hotel pickup & lunch included
Check dates & book →This exclusive 4x4 adventure includes hotel pickup and drop-off in the Khao Lak area, an off-road drive through plantations and back-country trails, scenic viewpoints, a local lunch, and your experienced driver-guide. Entrance fees for the stops on the itinerary are included.
It is a full-day tour of roughly 8 hours from pickup to return, depending on your hotel location and the day’s route conditions.
This is run as an exclusive small-group experience in a 4x4 vehicle. If you would prefer a fully private departure for your group, contact us and we will quote a private option.
Yes, families are welcome. The trails can be bumpy, so it is best for children who are comfortable with an active day out. Let us know your group’s ages when booking and we will advise.
Wear comfortable clothes and closed shoes you don’t mind getting dusty, and bring sunscreen, a hat, water, and a camera. The trails can be muddy in the rainy season.
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