The amazing Khao Sok National Park in Surat Thani

Posted by admin on January 16th, 2009 filed in activities, attractions, holidays, sightseeing, travel tips

Situated in the southern part of Thailand in Surat Thani province, Khao Sok National Park is an amazing natural environment. The park is covered by the world’s oldest evergreen rainforest and boasts gigantic limestone mountains rising straight up into the blue skies, mysterious caves, deep valleys, wild animals, stunning lakes and much more…

Khao Sok provides an outstanding playground for adventurous outdoor enthusiasts. Some of the activities here include: elephant trekking, nature walks, jeep safaris and canoeing and jeep safaris, offering travellers unforgettable travel experiences. Khao Sok National Park is ideally located on the mainland between Koh Samui, Khao Lak, Krabi and Phuket, southern Thailand’s most popular tourist destinations.

Khao Sok experiences the country’s highest rainfall level, due to the fact that its territory is influenced by the Southwest (Indian Ocean) as well as the Northeast (Pacific Ocean) along with the presence of high mountains. The severest rainfall usually takes place between May and November while the period between December and April is the driest; although rainfall during these times is still possible.

 Unbeatable natural beauty…

Khao Sok National Park travel guide

This breathtaking region features some of the globe’s oldest rainforest, which hasn’t changed much the past 160 million years. The ice ages never have significantly affected Khao Sok’s climate, since the relatively small landmass that has oceans on both sides. Khao Sok and the surrounding region experienced plenty of rainfall to maintain the forests while other regions on the world were suffering droughts.

Khao Sok jungle safaris and day tours are available from Krabi almost every day. It will be a rewarding experience to explore the forest and get close to nature. Some of the adventurous activities include jungle elephant trekking and canoeing down the scenic Sok River. These unforgettable daytrips are suitable for the entire family offering fun and education at the same time. Do not forget your camera!