Cheow Lan Lake and Nam Rad Emerald Pool Day Trip from Khao Lak
by Khaolak Planner
Overview
This full-day coach tour from Khao Lak takes visitors to Cheow Lan Lake in Khao Sok National Park and the Nam Rad Emerald Pool. The trip starts with a drive of about two hours to the Takhun District, Suratthani. The first stop is Nam Rad Watershed Forest, where guests can swim in a natural crystal-clear pond surrounded by forest. Next, travelers arrive at Cheow Lan Pier to board a boat for a lake tour. The boat ride includes a stop at the Three-brother-pillar landmark, where swimming directly from the boat is allowed. The boat then reaches Frog Island, where a Thai lunch set is served with views of limestone mountains and jungle. After lunch, visitors can relax, swim, or kayak in the area without large crowds. The boat returns to the pier by 4 pm, followed by a drive to the dam ridge viewpoint for panoramic views of the Cheow Lan Dam. The tour ends with a return to Khao Lak around 6 pm. Included are bottled water, all fees and taxes, accident insurance, air-conditioned transport, the boat ride, and lunch.
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Itinerary
Cheow Lan Dam
Pickup is at 07:00 from any hotel in Khao Lak, followed by a drive of approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes to Takhun District, Suratthani. The first visit is to Nam Rad Watershed Forest, where guests can swim in a natural crystal-clear pond surrounded by forest. Next, arrive at Cheow Lan Pier to board the boat for a lake tour. The boat cruises the lake, stopping at the Three-brother-pillar for photos and swimming directly from the boat. At Frog Island, enjoy a Thai lunch with a 270-degree view of limestone mountains and jungle. After lunch, visitors may swim, kayak, or relax on the island. The boat returns to the pier at 16:00. Afterwards, there is a drive to the dam ridge for panoramic dam views. Arrival back in Khao Lak is at 18:00.
600 min
Nam Rad Emerald Pool
Guests can freshen up and swim in a natural emerald lagoon surrounded by unique watershed jungle. This stop lasts about one hour.
60 min
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Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
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