THE LOST ZONE (LITTLE AMAZON AND OLD TOWN)
"Pristine Banyan Trees and Freshwater Mangrove Forest, Cultural Streets in Takuapa Old Town, and Historical Local Temples"
"Little Amazon" a hidden jungle river near Old Town and Colorful Historial Takuapa Cultural Street
Explore nature, culture, and history. You will canoe through natural river mangroves, then visit Takuapa's Old Town lively streets, old buildings, and local temples.
- Fresh Market - visit a local market that shows agricultural products in the area
- Canoe Rides - paddle through mangrove forests
- Wildlife Spotting - look for monkeys, monitor lizards, and hornbill birds in particular in the mongroves
- Spot the Life That Lives Here - watch for monkeys, birds, and local people going about their day along the river and also in town
- Old Town Exploration - walk through the historic town and see Old Chinese and Buddhist Temples, as well as local shops and tine mine relics
- The 100-year-old Temple - visit a still-standing Thai temple from the early 1900s, full of quiet history and faded beauty
Included
- Soft Drinks, Coffee Break, and Thai Lunch
Excluded
- Tips for Crew, Driver, or Tour Guide (Optional)
- Alcoholic Beverages
Itinerary
- 09:00 Pick up from your hotel in Khaolak
- 10:00 - 11:00 Canoe through the hidden “Little Amazon”
- 11:30 Visit the colorful Hilltop Chinese Temple
- 12:00 Lunch
- 13:00 Takuapa Old Town Cultural Street
- 14:00 Na Mueang Temple (this temple features both a 100-year-old ordination hall and a modern-day shrine)
- 14:30 Visit the local temples for the story of faith and tadition
- 15:00 Sip kopi in Old Town and taste the Sticky Rice Dumpling
- 16:00 Return to your hotel in Khaolak
What to Bring
- Sun Block Lotion, Insect Repellant, Camera / Mobilephone, Spare Money / Some Cash, and Shoes or Sandals
- Required Clothing for Temples - must cover shoulders and knees
Terms & Conditions
♦ These prices apply only to pick-ups from Khao lak area. For pick-ups from Phuket, Krabi etc. we charge extra transfer cost. Please contact us by email in this case ([email protected]).
♦ Please book at least three days in advance. For short term bookings please contact us by email ([email protected]).
♦ Children prices apply to those children between 4-12 years. Children below the age of 4 years are free of charge. Children above the age of 12 years pay full price.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: If you cancel the trip at least 48 Hours in advance, we do not charge you. If you cancel later or don’t show up, we need to charge 100%.
Tour Availability
- Tour Type: Full Day
- Operation Days:
- (English) Fridays/Sundays
- (German) Saturdays
- Any day for a group of 4 adults or more
- Minimum Requirement: 4 adults
