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Places to visit in Khao Lak

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What to see in Khao Lak

In Khao Lak city, places to visit are mainly memorials to the victims of 2004 tsunami. But here you also are not far from the Phang Nga Bay which offers one of the most beautiful seascapes in Thailand. It includes among others the famous James Bond Island, appeared in "The Man with the Golden Gun". All Khao Lak travel agencies offer a day trip to explore this beautiful bay. But make them compete because if the program is everywhere the same, the price can be very different.
I also listed at the end of the page some good tours, excursions and activities that you can do in Khao Lak or from Khao Lak. Click here to see them.

Must-visits in Khao Lak

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Phang Nga Bay

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My opinion :
One of the most beautiful natural scenery in Thailand with its limestone cliffs and mountains in a turquoise sea. The main attractions in the bay are the famous James Bond Island and Koh Panyee with its floating village.
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James Bond Island

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My opinion :
The island shaped like a nail in the sea is called James Bond Island since its appearance in The Man with the Golden Gun.
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Similan Isands

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My opinion :
Comprising 11 islands, the Mu Ko Similan National Park offers seascapes and beaches as well as some of the most beautiful snorkeling and diving spots in Thailand. This exceptional environment is threatened by tourism, but measures have been taken to try to preserve it such as the closure to visitors during the low season and more recently the introduction of daily quotas of tourists.
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Koh Surin islands

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My opinion :
With their beautiful white sand beaches with turquoise water and snorkeling or diving spots among the most beautiful in Thailand, the Surin Islands are clearly a must go place during your stay in the area. But be aware that they are only open to the public 6 months per year.
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Samet Nangshe Viewpoint

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My opinion :
Discovered by a photographer who was looking for a dominant viewpoint to photograph Phang Nga Bay, the Samet Nangshe Viewpoint has become in just a few years one of the most popular attractions in the region. For a unique reason: the panorama is just amazing ! You can sleep in a tent, a basic bungalow or a comfortable room there too.
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Other visits suggestions in Khao Lak

  • Similian Islands National Park
    70 km from the coast. The forested islands with fine white sand beaches and coral reefs are a dream destination for diving fans. Departure from Thap Lamu pier. You will have no trouble finding an agency to offer formulas to get there.

Tours in Khao Lak and around

This selection includes tours, excursions and activities that I have personally tested or were tested by people I fully trust but also offers by recognized agencies or websites known for their seriousness and quality.

1 day tour to surin islands from khao lak
Frenchy Explorer

1 day tour to Surin Islands From Khao Lak

Offered in Englishenglish guide
Go on a 1 day trip to the Surin Islands, their magnificent white sand beaches with turquoise water and their incredible snorkeling spots with multitudes of colorful fish.

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Lemon Dives & Tour

Day Trip to Similan Islands

Offered in Englishenglish guide
Visit the Ko Similan Marine Park from Phuket and enjoy its superb beaches, turquoise waters, and mask and snorkel spots where you can swim among multicolored fish.

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Lemon Dives & Tour

Day Trip to Surin Islands

Offered in Englishenglish guide
Visit Ko Surin National Park, one of the best snorkeling destinations in Thailand. On the program for this 1 day tour from Phuket: paradise beaches and snorkeling among corals and multicolored fish.

Places to see elsewhere in Thailand

Wat Phra That Doi Kong Moo

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white Shan temple built on a stretch of the mountain and offers a beautiful view of the city and surrounding countryside


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Wat Lan Khuat

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or Wat Lan Khuat, entirely built with empty glass bottles and cement. This is certainly the curiosity of the province!


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San Jao Phaw Khao Yai

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very interesting multi-level chinese temple located on a hill on top of which there you have a beautiful view over Koh Sichang.


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Phra Nakhon Khiri Historical Park

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On the top of an hill populated by monkeys, this historical park and its white chedi are the emblem of the city of Phetchaburi


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