Bamboo Rafting – ATV and Monkey Temple Phuket – Khao lak

This full-day Khao Lak safari from Phuket mixes gentle adventure with nature. You punt down a calm jungle stream on a bamboo raft, ride an ATV through the rainforest for 30 minutes, swim at a waterfall, visit the royal-initiative Sea Turtle Conservation Centre and spend time at an elephant bathing stop. It’s a good choice for families and first-timers who want a day in Phang Nga’s green countryside, away from the beaches.

Updated October 2026 by the Phuket Dream Company team (TAT licensed).

Highlights

• Bamboo rafting on a quiet forest stream, punted by an experienced raftman
• 30-minute ATV ride on rainforest trails
• Swim stop at a jungle waterfall
• Sea Turtle Conservation Centre in Thai Mueang, a royal project protecting green turtles
• Elephant bathing experience
• Hotel pickup from Phuket, free from many areas

Bamboo rafting, ATV and the monkey temple Khao Lak trip: what to expect

1. Morning pickup from your Phuket hotel (area times below), then a drive north across the Sarasin Bridge into Phang Nga.
2. Bamboo rafting: sit back on a traditional bamboo raft as it drifts through the forest. Bring a waterproof pouch for photos.
3. ATV: after a short safety briefing, ride for 30 minutes on jungle tracks.
4. Waterfall: cool off with a swim in a forest pool.
5. Sea Turtle Conservation Centre: see young turtles and learn how the project protects nesting beaches along the Phang Nga coast.
6. Elephant bathing, then the drive back to Phuket.

Many travellers search for the “monkey temple Khao Lak”, Wat Suwan Khuha, a cave temple near Phang Nga Town where monkeys gather at the entrance. Ask the team if you’d like it included. Whether it fits depends on the operator’s route on your date.

What to bring

• Swimwear under your clothes, a towel and a change of clothes
• Closed shoes or sturdy sandals for the ATV
• Insect repellent, sunscreen and a hat
• A waterproof bag for phones and cameras

Tips

• From June to October, waterfalls are fuller but trails can be muddy. Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty.
• Ask the team about age and height limits for driving an ATV. Younger children can usually ride as passengers.
• Expect a long day with an early start from the southern beaches such as Rawai and Chalong.

Frequently asked questions

Can I do this Khao Lak tour if I’m staying in Phuket?
Yes. The tour includes pickup from Phuket. Pickup times and any extra charges by area are listed below.

Do I need a licence to ride the ATV?
No licence is needed for the guided trail ride. Staff give a briefing before you set off.

Is bamboo rafting suitable for children?
Yes, the stream is calm. There is a child rate for ages 4 to 10.

Is the monkey temple included?
Not as a fixed stop in the itinerary above. Ask the team when you book and we will confirm what is possible on your date.

What should I wear?
Light clothes that can get wet, swimwear underneath, and shoes that stay on your feet for the ATV.

Are prices current?
The rates below were published for an earlier season. The team will confirm the current price when you book.

Book online on this page. Our Phuket team confirms availability and your pickup time and stays in touch with you on WhatsApp (+66 95 038 5535).

Full Day Trip Khao Lak Safari
Bamboo Rafting + ATV 30 mins.
(Tour Code B2)
*This price is from 1 Nov 2022 – 31 Oct 2023*
Operated Everyday

Price Include Pick up transfer from Phuket (In the area)

Free Pick up Transfer (Area 1)

Extra Charge Transfer (Area 2)