Krabi day tour: Hot Spring Waterfall + Emerald Pool – Tiger Temple

The Krabi hot spring waterfall is one of southern Thailand’s most unusual sights: warm mineral water tumbling over rock terraces into natural pools where you can soak in the middle of the jungle. This full-day Krabi tour combines the Khlong Thom hot spring waterfall with a swim at the Emerald Pool and a visit to Tiger Cave Temple, with lunch and a guide.

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

Krabi hot spring waterfall tour highlights

• Soak in the warm pools of the Khlong Thom hot spring waterfall
• Swim in the clear blue-green water of the Emerald Pool (Sa Morakot)
• Visit Tiger Cave Temple (Wat Tham Suea), with the option to climb to the summit shrine
• Lunch included, with an English-speaking guide
• Free hotel pickup from Krabi Town, Ao Nang, Tab Kak and Klong Muang

Itinerary: what to expect

Pickup from your Krabi hotel is between about 07:50 and 08:30. You transfer to the meeting point, meet your guide and drive around one hour to Khlong Thom district.

Around 10:00 you reach the hot spring waterfall. Hot water from underground springs mixes with a cool stream and flows over sloping rocks into shallow natural “bathtubs”. The water is warmest near the source and cools as it runs downhill, so you can move between pools to find your temperature.

After lunch you head into the forest to the Emerald Pool, a spring-fed pool surrounded by rainforest, for a swim. The last stop is Tiger Cave Temple, a working forest monastery in the Kiriwong Valley. The famous stairway of around 1,260 steps leads to a golden Buddha and views over Krabi. The climb is steep and optional.

You return to the meeting point around 16:00 and are taken back to your hotel. Timings are approximate and can change with weather and local conditions.

Pickup

Pickup is free from Krabi Town, Ao Nang, Tab Kak and Klong Muang. Exact times are in the table below and confirmed after booking. This tour departs from Krabi, not Phuket.

What to bring

• Swimwear under your clothes and a towel
• Water shoes or sandals with grip; the hot spring rocks are uneven and slippery
• Clothes that cover shoulders and knees for the temple
• Insect repellent, sunscreen and drinking water
• Cash in Thai baht for entrance fees, which are paid on the day (see the note in the price table)

Tips from our team

• Do not soak in the hottest pools for too long, especially in the midday heat.
• Keep food and plastic bags out of sight at Tiger Cave Temple; monkeys live around the steps.
• If you plan to climb to the summit, bring extra water and take it slowly.
• Remove any silver jewellery before soaking; minerals in the water can tarnish it.

FAQ

Where is the Krabi hot spring waterfall?
In Khlong Thom district, south-east of Krabi Town, roughly an hour’s drive from Ao Nang.

How hot is the water?
Warm to hot: hottest near the source and cooler further down the rocks, so you can choose a comfortable pool.

Are entrance fees included?
Park and site entrance fees are paid separately. The team will confirm the current amounts when you book.

Do I have to climb the steps at Tiger Cave Temple?
No. The climb to the summit is optional and steep. You can visit the temple area at the base instead.

Is this tour suitable for children?
Yes, children aged 3 to 10 have a child rate. Watch them closely on the slippery rocks and in the warmer pools.

Can I join from Phuket?
This tour picks up in Krabi only. Staying in Phuket? Message us and we will suggest an option.

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

PPT04 : Full day Krabi day tour
Hot Spring Waterfall + Emerald Pool and Tiger Temple
*This price is from 1 January 2024 – 31 October 2024*
Departure from Krabi

*National Park Fees are NOT included for Island tours. Fee for this tour is 400.-thb per adult, 200.-thb per child.

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