Overnight Lake Experience

Overnight Cheow Lan Lake Adventure – Khao Sok National Park

Experience the magic of Cheow Lan Lake over two  days, combining rainforest trekking, mysterious caves, emerald-green waters and wildlife encounters with an overnight stay in a comfortable floating rafthouse. Surrounded by towering limestone cliffs and rainforest, this adventure allows you to discover the spectacular beauty of Khao Sok National Park at a more relaxed pace, with the added privilege of experiencing the lake at sunrise.

Day 1
Rainforest Trek, Hidden Waterfall and Emerald Waters

Your adventure begins with a pick-up from Khao Sok Paradise Resort, followed by a transfer to Cheow Lan Lake. From the pier, board a traditional longtail boat and cruise across the lake’s magnificent emerald waters, passing dramatic limestone formations and forest-covered mountains as you venture deeper into the national park.

Step ashore for a guided hike through the tropical rainforest, where you’ll discover towering trees, lush vegetation and the fascinating biodiversity of Khao Sok. Depending on the season, weather and water conditions, the trek may also include a visit to a beautiful waterfall, offering a refreshing break surrounded by the sounds of the jungle.

Continue your exploration with a visit to one of Khao Sok’s oldest caves, where fascinating rock formations and the mysterious underground environment reveal another side of this remarkable landscape. Your guide will help you discover the cave’s natural features, subject to accessibility and local conditions.

After your morning explorations, enjoy a delicious traditional Thai set lunch at a floating rafthouse, surrounded by breathtaking lake scenery.

The afternoon is yours to enjoy the emerald-green waters at your own pace. Take a refreshing swim, explore the peaceful coves by canoe or simply relax on the rafthouse and admire the dramatic limestone cliffs rising from the lake.

Later, continue cruising through the spectacular scenery, passing the legendary Three Friends Rock, an iconic formation of three limestone pinnacles rising dramatically from the water. Keep your eyes open during the boat journey, as you may spot hornbills, eagles, macaques, dusky langurs and other wildlife inhabiting the surrounding rainforest.

Unlike the full-day excursion, you won’t return to the pier at the end of the afternoon. Instead, you’ll settle into your comfortable floating rafthouse for a memorable night on the lake.

Your accommodation features a private room, an en-suite bathroom and air conditioning, allowing you to enjoy the tranquillity of this remote natural setting without sacrificing comfort.

As evening falls, unwind on the lake and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere as the surrounding rainforest comes alive with the sounds of nature.

Meals included: Lunch and dinner, according to the selected rafthouse package.

Day 2
Sunrise Wildlife Safari and a Relaxing Morning on the Lake

Wake up early to experience one of the highlights of your stay: a morning wildlife safari by longtail boat.

As the first light illuminates the limestone cliffs and morning mist drifts across the emerald waters, cruise along the forested shorelines in search of wildlife. Early morning offers a great opportunity to listen for gibbons calling from the treetops and look for hornbills, eagles, macaques, dusky langurs and other animals becoming active in the forest.

Wild elephants and other larger mammals also inhabit the region, although sightings are much less predictable.

Return to your rafthouse for breakfast before enjoying some free time to make the most of your final moments on the lake. Take one last refreshing swim, head out for a canoe trip or simply relax and admire the scenery from your floating accommodation.

Check-out from the rafthouse is at 9:00 AM. After leaving your accommodation, board the longtail boat for the scenic cruise back across Cheow Lan Lake towards the pier.

On arrival, enjoy a local Thai lunch before your adventure comes to an end.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch.