How to Experience the Best of Khao Sok National Park in 2 Days?
Khao Sok National Park is home to the oldest rainforests, stunning limestone cliffs, and a mesmerising lake. Whether you are a nature lover, adventure seeker, or simply a traveller seeking tranquillity, you only need a well-planned 2-day trip to make the most of your khao Sok holiday packages. This blog post will guide you through the best experiences in Khao Sok National Park.
Day 1 at Khao Sok National Park
Visit Cheow Lan Lake
This man-made lake is located 67 kilometers away from Khao Sok National Park headquarters and stands as a mesmerising landscape in Thailand. The best way to visit the lake is at night so that you can enjoy staying in one of the floating bungalows and take a jump in the lake for a swim from your “veranda”. At night, the lake turns bungalows into a serene experience that you will not find anywhere else in Thailand.
Hold on! Cheow Lan Lake is not all about relaxing on the floating bungalows. It has some serious adventures to offer. You can enjoy a longtail boat ride from Cheow Lan Pier (Ratchaprapha Pier). Once on the boat, you can witness the huge limestone cliffs and dead tree trunks protruding out of the water.
Trek to Jungle and Caves
The jungle in Khao Sok looks quite like a scene taken from the famous Hollywood movie, “Jurassic Park”. If you haven’t watched it, please do as it is all about dinosaurs. Every patch of it is covered in greenery; tree roots and rocks are carpeted in thick green moss that makes it look no less than an adventurous trail track.
As you wade through the jungle, you will come across the thin streams passing over the fallen tree trunks and making their way through small creeks to merge with the sounds of singing gibbons and excitedly chirping birds.
Nam Talu Cave
If we talk about the caves, then the most fascinating one is Nam Talu Cave, which is 500 meters long and lies at the Klong Pey tributary. It has a wide mouth, but as you step in to explore further, it starts narrowing down. A stream also runs through the cave whose water, at first, seems shallow, but as you move along, its chest deepens, allowing for a swim for a short time. Know that the cave is as dark as a pit; the only beam of light you will see will be from your head torches. So, do not forget to wear them.
Moreover, it is preferable to visit the cave in the dry season. The reason is obvious. The configuration of the cave makes it prone to flash flooding, which can be dangerous at times. When you exit from Nam Talu Cave, after making your way through the wriggling dark space of the cave, seeing light at the end of the tunnel is the best and most relieving part of the cave adventure.
Caution: Be aware of the mangrove snakes that walk past the stream. They are mildly venomous, and if you step on one, you will land yourself in trouble. Therefore, it is better to visit the cave with a local guide so that you can escape the possible dangers with his help and insight.
Day 2 at Khao Sok National Park
Krai Son Viewpoint
After exploring caves, trekking in the jungle, and staying at floating bungalows, your second day should start with the Krai Son viewpoint. It is located on the top of one of the limestone hills along the Klong Yee tributary. Reaching the top is quite a hectic task, especially in the heat and humidity, but once you are there, the stunning view will make you forget about all the toil.
From the top, you will catch a bird’s-eye view of the lake with its many bays and tributaries, with a cluster of small forest-covered islands that stand in the middle of it. In the earlier times, these islands used to be on the top of the hills rising above the valley. But as time passed, torrential changes altered the landscape.
Night Boat Safari
An incredible experience to bring you close to wild inhabitants waits in Khao Sok for you. Back at the bungalows on Cheow Lan Lake, you will be offered a boat safari, providing you a chance to spot hornbills and eagles that remain perched on the dead tree trunks. To your surprise, you are likely to spot mangrove snakes here, too, enjoying swimming across the lake.
Furthermore, the most incredible creature to be found in Khao Sok, believe it or not, is an insect. The giant Atlas moth. It is the largest moth in the world, with a wingspan of 25-30 cm and striking body colours. Hence, if you wish to book wildlife-focused Khao Sok holidays, you will get to spend more time on boat safaris. These rides provide greater chances to spot wildlife, including Asiatic elephants, Indian bison (gaur), wild boar, samba and barking deer, gibbons, langurs, and amazing species of birds.
Final Thoughts
If you want to enjoy Khao Sok holidays to the fullest, take your time planning it and don’t rush things. A 2-day trip is enough to give you a fair share of this amazing national park. Planning to take your holidays a step further? Consider adding Koh Samui Luxury holidays to your travel bucket list. Koh Samui is one of the most beautiful islands in Thailand, and it is well-known for its famous beaches, nightlife, and cultural attractions.
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