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Reasons To
Visit Thailand

  • Beaches

    For some Thailand is synonymous with beaches and there is no debating that many of the islands and beaches in the south of the county are truly stunning with a dramatic backdrop of limestone casts which literally erupt out of the water. Many of the islands are still relatively undeveloped and the crystal clear water and abundance of marine life make for some stunning diving and snorkelling.

    Beaches

  • Local cuisine

    An absolute paradise for food lovers, from the spicy soups of the north to the sublime creamy green curries in the south, Thai food is adored by visitors and locals alike. For those who wish to broaden their palate Bangkok is one of the cuisine capitals of the world with food from virtually corner of the planet represented in the various stalls and restaurants.

    Local cuisine

  • Local culture

    "Mai pen rai" is a common expression used by the Thais which means "it's all right". This sums up their approach to life and is reflected in their warm smiles and genuine love for giving warm and friendly service to the farangs (friends) who visit their country. Many people say their main reason for repeat visits is down to the warmth of the people. This warmth permeates through all levels of Thai society from city dwellers to the many ethnic hill tribe people living in the north of the country.

    Local culture

  • National Parks

    Nowhere does the natural beauty of Thailand shine through more than in the national parks dotted around the country. Thailand has one of the highest percentages of protected land of any nation in the world. Whilst today the larger species such as the Asiatic bear and Asian tiger are rather elusive, there are still great viewing opportunities available including hornbills in Doi Inthanon, wild elephants in Khao Yai and giant manta rays in the Similan Islands.

    National Parks

  • Temples

    The majority of Thais are devout Buddhists and this devotion manifests itself in the ornate and wonderfully sculptured temples, or wats, which can be found in every part of the country. The two most famous examples are Wat Pho in the capital, Bangkok and the magnificent Doi Suthep in the northern town of Chiang Mai which is perched on a hill overlooking the city. However a typical journey through Thailand will throw up an array of more subtle but no less interesting wats where the locals can be seen paying their respects to Buddha.

    Temples
 
 

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Excursions in Thailand: Beach & Rainforest Nature Safari 3 Days

On arrival at the camp, the morning's activities take you on an exploration of the tropical rainforest of Khao Sok National Park. You explore the rivers that cut through the mangrove forest in a small motorised dinghy.

Kayaking in Khao Sok National Park
View from Elephant Hills CampSailing on a Burmese junk boat with Elephants Hills, ThailandExploring the mangroves with Elephant HillsSecluded beache on an Elephant Hills tour, Khao Sok

Beach & Rainforest Nature Safari 3 Days

Khao Sok National Park, Thailand
  • Cruises, Sailing & Water
  • Outdoor Activities
  • Walking & Biking
  • Wildlife & Nature

On arrival at the camp, the morning's activities take you on an exploration of the tropical rainforest of Khao Sok National Park. You explore the rivers that cut through the mangrove forest in a small motorised dinghy. For those that would like to explore the smaller creeks, observe a variety of bird life and get even closer to nature there are self paddle canoes available with life jackets should you care to embark on a further adventure. Emerging further along the coast you meet up with a classical Burmese junk.

You spend the afternoon on a deserted beach where you can swim, relax or paddle a canoe whilst enjoy the panoramic views of mangroves and banyan trees.

Wake up to the sounds of the jungle with birds calling from the bushes close to the tent and gibbons making their morning territorial calls. In the morning you are transferred to the elephant camp. From here you take part in an Elephant Experience, helping to prepare and provide the elephants with one of their daily meals as well as helping to bathe and clean them. 

After lunch take a canoe for your journey down the Sok river. The canoes are very safe and life jackets are provided as well as a local river guide to paddle the canoe. Drift along passing rainforest shores, limestone mountains and cliffs covered with tropical vegetation. It is sometimes possible to see hornbills flying high overhead or reptiles basking in the sun on the riverbanks. From the canoe you can experience and enjoy some of the last surviving areas of primary rainforest.

After a wholesome breakfast at the camp you come face to face with the jungle by exploring it on foot. This is a wonderful opportunity to explore the ecology of the rainforest and observe the variety of exotic plants and tropical hardwood trees such as orchids, palms, ferns, bamboos and mosses.

The hornbill lives high up in the tree canopy and gibbons can often be heard calling to their mates, you may also hear the macaques or leaf monkeys swinging through the branches. Weather permitting lunch will be served in the rainforest cooked in bamboo - a tradition of jungle explorers for centuries past.

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