Khao Lak Activities

What to Do in Khao Lak

There are many, many day tours to choose from if you are based in Bang Niang. From day trips out to the Similan Islands to visits to exploring the nearby national parks to an hour-long jaunt on an elephant there’s plenty to keep you busy.

For those opting for a more relaxing vacation with the family, many hotels offer excellent children’s facilities while the beach is one huge playground with Hobie Cats, windsurfing boards and kayaks for rent. But for those looking for more out-of-the-box activities here are a couple of suggestions.

Khao Lak Tours

A big part of Khao Lak’s magic is its proximity to an impressive selection of natural wonders. Khao Sok National Park, to the east, is a treasure chest of wonders - experience the jungle from atop an elephant. Read more...

Khao Lak Diving

Khaolak is the gateway to some of the top diving areas that southern Thailand has to offer. It has the advantage of being in closer proximity than neighbouring Phuket for day trips to locations such as the Similan and Surin Islands. Read more...

Khao Lak Hiking & Trekking

Hiking opportunities abound in Khaolak/Laem Ru National Park and nearby in Sri Phang Nga National Park and Thai Muang National Park. The parks offer a myriad of sightseeing opportunities for nature lovers, harbouring lots of exotic plants and wildlife amidst landscape that includes beaches, hills, mountains, forested valleys, mangroves and estuaries. Read more...

Khao Lak Mini Golf

Based on an ‘ancient’ jungle adventure theme, the 18-hole Khao Lak mini golf is a fun way to pass the afternoon or evening. It’s actually quite challenging and if you miss certain holes you’ll have a hard time getting back on track. The course is illuminated at night and has a lot of variety when it comes to themed holes.

Opening Hours: 10:00 – 22:00
Location:

On the road to Pakweep Waterfall, north of Bang Niang

Doctor Fish

For the most ticklish pedicure you’ll ever experience you just have to try Doctor Fish (Fish Spa), just outside the Ruen Mai Restaurant in central La On where hundreds of small fish (Garra Ruffa) nibble away at your dead skin, resulting in, well… chewed feet – actually, pleasingly smooth foot skin. These fish have no teeth, and use their powerful lips to suck away dead skin and at the same time stimulate acupuncture points and modulate the nervous system. As bizarre as this seems, the practice is popular in Turkey as well as China, Japan, Singapore and Malaysia. You can choose 20-, 30-, or 60-minute ‘treatments’ for a fraction of the cost back home but be warned – it’s downright tickly.

Opening Hours: 12:00 – 22:00
Location:

Outside Ruen Mai Restaurant, southern La On Village