Khao Sok & Cheow Lan Lake Day Trip from Krabi
Activity provider: Oh-Hoo
Reviewed Oct 2026
This is the long day trip from Krabi to Cheow Lan Lake, the reservoir in the middle of Khao Sok National Park where limestone karsts rise straight out of green water. Expect nine to ten hours in total, including the van ride each way.
An air-conditioned van collects you in the morning and drives past the Ratchaprapha Dam into Surat Thani province. At the pier you board a longtail boat for about two hours on the lake. There’s a photo stop at Khao Sam Kloe, the three-peaked rock formation on the lake, then a hike through the forest to Pra Kai Petch Cave and its limestone formations. Lunch is at a floating restaurant, with time to swim, kayak and ride a bamboo raft before the drive back.
The national park fee is included, along with lunch, drinking water, coffee, fruit, a life jacket and accident insurance. Pickup is free from Krabi Town, Ao Nang, Klong Muang and Tub Kaek. From Railay, you’re collected at the Ao Nam Mao pier ticket office, a 15-minute longtail ride from Railay East. From Ton Sai, you meet at the Phra Nang Inn reception in Ao Nang.
Insider Tip: The operator’s packing list is worth following: closed shoes for the cave trail, swimwear, a dry T-shirt for after the hike, mosquito repellent and sunscreen.
Watch out: It’s a long drive for one day. If you’re staying in Khao Lak, the Cheow Lan trip from Khao Lak is much closer. It also needs at least two passengers to run; the operator offers another date or a refund if it doesn’t.
Children must be at least four. Groups are up to 25.
Itinerary
Pick you up at the hotel in the morning to leave Krabi with our guide good English speaking who will take care of you and provide you with information. Arriving at Cheow Lan Pier, the adventure begins with a long tail boat cruise on Cheow Lan Lake. Take in views of the dramatic limestone mountains and emerald-green waters as you sail. Stop for a photo opportunity at Khao Sam Kloe, the highlight of Cheow Lan Lake is the lake's best-known viewpoint. Lunchtime on the raft house restaurant among the natural and full relaxing swimming or kayaking. Continue the trip with a hike through the lush green jungle of Khao Sok National Park and explore Pra Kai Petch Cave, where you can explore impressive limestone formations shaped naturally over thousands of years. Head back by boat to the pier from where the car driver will bring you back to your hotel in Krabi.
You’ll be taken by car with mountain ridges providing a backdrop along the route to the Ratchaprapha Dam. When the van crosses to Surat Thani Province, you can feel the lifestyle of the local people, communities and their livings as well as the scenery of mountains, palm trees and rubber plantations which are economic plants around the area.
The adventure begins with a longtail boat cruise on Cheow Lan Lake. Take in views of the dramatic limestone mountains and emerald-green waters as you sail.
Stop for a photo opportunity at Khao Sam Kloe, the highlight of Cheow Lan Lake is the lake's best-known viewpoint.
Khao Sok National Park
Continue the trip with a hike through the lush green jungle of Khao Sok National Park and explore Pra Kai Petch Cave, where you can explore impressive limestone formations shaped naturally over thousands of years. Head back by boat to the pier from where the car driver will bring you back to your hotel in Krabi.
Included
- Accident insurance
- Free hotel pick up is available for Krabi town , Ao Nang , Klong Muang and Tub Kaek
- Life jacket
- Travel by air-conditioned van from Krabi to Khao Sok
- National Park fee
- Lunch, drinking water, coffee, fruits
Not Included
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
Good to know
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What to bring
What to bring: Pocket money, swimwear, dry t-shirt for after the trekking, mosquito repellent, sunscreen, small backpack to carry water bottles and your personal belongings, closed shoes fit for hiking on a rough trail, like sports shoes or trekking shoes
Before you go
Public transportation options are available nearby Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries Not recommended for pregnant travelers Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health Suitable for all physical fitness levels Child ticket: Age 4-11 Children must be at least 4 years old to participate. There is a minimum of 2 people required to run this tour! On the rare occasion that we should be required to cancel a tour, we will inform you in advance and offer a different tou
