Prepare yourself for a journey to the long lost zone of, “Little Amazon,” a hidden Banyan Tree forest near Takuapa. Canoeing under the canopy of the giant Banyan tree forest is peaceful and serene. Make your way to a Nipa Palm forest where you will hear the songs of local birds along the Klong Sung Nae River. Travel to Takuapa Old Town by a local Thai taxi “Songteaw” and see the traditional life and culture of this small and historical town which has remained nearly unchanged for more than a hundred years. See the period style buildings, small coffee shops, and of course, the most famous part of Takuapa, the old tin mines and factories that were worked until their close in the 1920’s.
If you want to combine nature, history and sightseeing together, this tour from Khaolak is recommended !
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Local guide
✔ Mineral Water and Soft Drinks
✔ Transport by open-air songteow for part of tour
✔ Raincoat (if required)
✔ Refreshing cool towels
✔ Transport by air-conditioned minivan
✔ Set Thai lunch
✔ Hotel pickup and drop-off (Khao Lak hotels only. Surcharge applies other areas to be paid locally)
✖ Gratuitiies (optional)
Pickup Locations
1. Devasom Khao Lak Beach Resort & Villas
2. JW Marriott Khao Lak Resort & Spa
3. Nang Thong Bay Resort
4. Khaolak Paradise Resort
5. Suwan Palm Beach Resort Kokotel
6. The Shambhala Khaolak Resort
7. Khaolak Bhandari Resort and Spa
8. Khaolak Wanaburee Resort
9. Seaview Resort Khao Lak
10. The Beach Resort
11. Hongte Khaolak Resort
12. Motive Cottage Resort
13. The Oasis Khaolak Resort
14. Khaolak Oriental Resort
15. The Leaf Oceanside By Katathani
16. X10 Khaolak Resort
17. Khaolak Laguna Resort
18. R.T. Hotel
19. Tony Lodge
20. Chongfah Beach Resort
Additional Info: We pick up from Khao Lak Hotels for this tour
Itinerary
1
The Little Amazon
A half day trip offers you a spectacular sighting of an Amazon-liked swamp forest in the Takuapa area. Get on a canoe, rowed by our crews, get chance to see reptiles, birds and beautiful banyan trees along “Sung Nae Canal” so called “Little Amazon”. Visit morning market to view a classic local way of life. Freshen up at a waterfall before heading to your hote
Duration: 3 hours
2
Takua Pa
The old quarter of Takua Pa in Phangnga is a poignant reminder of a glorious chapter in its history
Overlooked by most travellers who pass it off as rather quiet, the old town area of Takua Pa district in Phangnga in fact has much to shout about for it still resonates with a glorious chapter from history dating back a century, now almost forgotten.
Duration: 60 minutes
Additional info
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Tour will be provided with English speaking Guide. German speaking Guide is available but must be requested prior to tour date
• Child rate (4-11 years) applies only when sharing with an adult
• Infants 3 years or younger are complimentary provided accompanied by a paying adult. Infant seats not guaranteed - MUST REQUEST at time of booking
• You must provide your hotel details at time of booking, failure to do so may result in cancellation
• Price applies for pick up/drop off only in Khao Lak area.
• For pick-ups from Phuket we charge extra transfer cost 800 per passenger (return), minimum 4 passengers
• For pick-ups from Khok Kloy we charge extra transfer cost 500 per passenger (return), minimum 4 passengers
• This Private tour has been especially designed due to Social Distancing norms. This tour is for Couples, Honeymooners, Families or close Friends in small number
• Available Daily. Minimum 2 Adults / Maximum 6 people in this Private Tour.
• Should your travel plans change, do not worry. I Asia Thailand will do all possible to change your booking to fit with your new travel arrangements free of charge.
• What to bring: Sun Block Lotion, Insect repellant, Camera, Spare Money for Souvenir and Tips.
• Comfortable walking shoes or sandals recommended. Not wheelchair accessible
• Proper attire to enter a temple (No dresses above the knee. No short pants or three quarter pants. Modest shirts. No see through garments. No sports-wear. No footwear inside temple.).
• We take action to minimize the impact on plastic and pollution. No Plastic Straws are allowed. At more and more places we have the ability to refill the water bottles. No Styrofoam is used for the Lunch, etc.
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
