Khao Lak Day Tour: Rafting, Turtles & Ethical Elephants

About this tour

Embark on an exciting adventure early in the morning with a complimentary pickup service from your hotel. As you travel to your first destination, enjoy the picturesque views of local life in southern Thailand. 

Arriving at the Wang Kiang Koo waterfall, our local paddlers will be waiting for you at the river bank with a gigantic bamboo raft ready to be boarded. Experience an unforgettable ride on the bamboo raft as our paddlers skillfully maneuver the raft through the Kiang Koo waterfall’s stream. After the thrilling ride, take a refreshing dip in the clear water. 

Next, visit the Sea Turtle Conservation Center, where you can get up close and personal with the turtles. Learn about their species and the efforts made to rescue and protect them. You’ll also have the chance to see turtles of different sizes, species, and colors. 

Then, head to Wat Lak Kaen, one of the oldest and most significant temples in the area. Hear the story of Buddha’s holy relic as you explore the temple. 

Afterward, enjoy a delicious southern Thai set lunch at a local restaurant located near Wang Kiang Koo waterfall. 

Continue to an ethical elephant sanctuary dedicated to the long-term care of rescued elephants. Learn each elephant’s story and the rescue efforts behind it, then observe them from the protected viewing areas as they eat, play and take their mud bath. The sanctuary follows a no riding, no bathing, no contact policy; guests help prepare a herbal supplement that the mahouts give to the elephants. 

At the end of your adventurous day, hop back on the van and return to your hotel.