When a holiday in Thailand comes calling, Khao Lak needs to be given every consideration when seeking that ideal vacation in paradise, with many things to do in Khao Lak and beyond.
The beach town of Khao Lak has everything a traveller seeks when visiting the tropics, starting with the stunning white sandy beaches, to drinking cocktails by the shore.
In no time, you’ll relax in the deck chairs by the pool in your Khao Lak resort appreciating all the fine things in life, which is usualwhat happens inThailand.
It’s Khao Lak, it’s Thailand and it’s a great luxury escape that every traveller desires.
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Awesome things to do in Khao Lak and beyond.
Things to do In Khao Lak and Beyond
Where is Khao Lak Thailand
Khao Lak is in the Phang Nga Province of Southern Thailand and only an h Save & Exit our drive away from the popular tourist Island of Phuket.
Getting to Khao Lak after landing at the Phuket International Airport, is by organised transport through the hotel or through your own means by using transportation modes such as a personal driver or bus service.
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Where to Stay in Khao Lak
Khao Lak accommodation comes in all types and ranges from budget hotels to luxury beachside resorts, which ultimately leads to your perfect paradise vacation.
An elegant family resort vacation option is to stay at the Mai Khao Lak Beach Resort, a good twenty-minute taxi ride north of the town centre, but has plenty of Khao Lak activities inside the resort for the whole family to enjoy within and around the resort grounds.
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Enjoy family-fun resorts.
Money Exchange
If you need to change a small amount of cash upon arrival in Thailand, you can change the minimum amount needed at the Phuket International Airport, because as usual the rates are extreme at international airports.
Save any major money exchanges for the banks in Khao Lak, the rates are better, which means more baht for you to spend in the Khao Lak markets.
You will find many official exchange places along the streets of the Town Centre or even at the hidden beach towns near major resorts.
Save the extra baht for a few extra cocktails by the beach.
Top Things to do in Khao Lak and Beyond
There is an abundance of activities, dining options and shopping to do in and beyond Khao Lak, including popular day trips, eating local Thai cuisines and going on a shopping spree at the busy night markets in the heart of the Khao Lak Town Centre.
Let’s have a closer look at some of the fun things to do in Khao Lak, and help create a list of activities for your next adventure in this vibrant tourist hotspot of Thailand.
Khao Lak attractions are at a plenty.
Go to a Khao Lak Beach or two
Khao Lak stretches over many kilometres along the Western Coastline of Thailand, and that can only mean one thing, there is plenty of beautiful beaches along the Andaman Sea.
The beaches in Khao Lak are clean and sparkling with the gorgeous white sands. There is also plenty of bars and restaurants for a refreshing cold drink or Thai meal in various locations.
The best beaches of note are the Nan Thong Beach, the White Sand beach and the Khuk Khak Beach.
Although, you will find many secluded beaches along the coastal area to roll out a towel and enjoy the quiet, laid-back nature that is on offer in the less-populated Khao Lak Town.
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Khao Lak Beaches.
Zip-Lining at Great Heights Beyond Khao Lak
Enjoy a little Adrenaline at great heights with The Elephant Fly Zip-line course that will give a wild rush for any holiday-goers on vacation who love the extra excitement and thrills at scary heights.
There are also other smaller zip-line/flying fox adventures available in the area that can be included in Khao Lak tour packages.
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Zip-lining across the wild river, this is not at the Elephant Fly Zip-line.
Explore the Khao Lak Town Centre
Whenever visiting any destination around the world, the major town centre or city needs to be a priority on any list of activities to do on your holiday. Exploring a town by foot is a great way to explore any destination and It’s no different in Khao Lak.
The boutique town centre is less crowded than its busy neighbour in Phuket, but it doesn’t mean it lacks in entertainment in any way.
What to do in Khao Lak town includes drinking cold beer at a variety of bars, enjoying a delicious Thai meal at a nice restaurant, exploring the unique markets, street shopping and a whole lot more for the tourist. It even has a McDonalds Restaurant.
Explore the town centre.
Experience the Khao Lak Markets
The Bang Niang Night Markets is the major shopping paradise in town with plenty of goods on offer for sale.
The Khao Lak markets have a range of tasty eats or drinks such as fresh tropical juices, baked goods and amazing Thai food that comes so cheap.
When it comes to purchasing products to take home with you, there are many varieties of clothing, accessories and souvenirs up for grabs in the Bang Niang markets.
It is a great chance to spend some coin and even find a real bargain too. It’s also a good way to work on your bartering skills with friendly shop owners as you negotiate a price for a shirt that doesn’t cost a lot to begin with.
Have some fun and eat bugs in the Bang Niang Markets.
The Tsunami Museum
The 2004 Boxing Day Tsunami devastated many countries including Thailand and Khao Lak tragically copped its whack too, destroying a large proportion of its town that killed many people in the tragedy.
While the town has rebuilt itself sensationally since the natural disaster, they don’t forget the horror past with a museum dedicated to the 2004 Tsunami.
The Museum displays many photo’s, videos and information of the tragic day in history and is certainly worth a browse at what unfolded during the boxing day disaster.
Better days for Khao Lak since the tragic Tsunami.
Take a stroll through Beach Towns
The chances are when you are strolling along the beautiful beaches and looking for further Khao Lak things to do.
You’ll stumble across these unique little beach towns that are right on the edge of the beach and has a lovely atmosphere to the place, especially in the evenings.
The only access to these bubbly towns is by foot unless you are a local using the back roads.
These little beach towns contain popular amenities in the forms of restaurants, markets, tour agencies, money exchange banks, and even massage parlours situated on the edge of the beach, with the sounds of the waves acting as the soothing noise during your relaxing therapy.
The beach towns are worth your attention when looking for things to do around Khao Lak, and wishing to chill for a few hours in the tranquil surroundings of the Andaman Sea.
Enjoy the atmosphere at the beach towns.
Dine and Drink in the Restaurants and Bars
If you want to escape the top-quality food at your resort and the heavy price that goes with it, you never have to venture far to find a much cheaper dinner option.
Khao Lak offers many choices of affordable Thai/Western foods and drinks that are situated in many locations throughout the town centre.
Check out Khao Lak’s only rooftop bar, The Sky Bar.
Great food in Khao Lak.
Enjoy the thrills of White Water Rafting
A white-water rafting adventure is a little out of Khao Lak but needs to be on the agenda during your stay.
For those inexperienced on the rough waters, this adventure will give you great excitement as the guides navigate the river in style, and you take in the surrounding scenery, which is gorgeous.
You may even see a few elephants during your adventure. White water rafting is a great family-fun adventure as the grades are never too extreme. Check with tour agencies in Khao Lak if unsure at any time.
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Enjoy the raft.
Discover the Magnificent Phang Nga Bay
Phang Nga Bay may be a good 90-minute bus ride from the Khao Lak town centre to the docks where you aboard the longboats.
However, this adventure needs to be number one on the list of Khao Lak or Phuket attractions during your vacation in Thailand.
The beautiful Phang Nga Bay will dazzle with a number islands, islets, mangroves, the remarkable Panyee Island floating Village and the world-famous James Bond Island.
Viewing these amazing attractions and taking many pictures, will make this day out on the Bay a journey to remember.
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Explore Phang Nga Bay.
Have a fulfilling day with affordable Khao Lak Tours
You will never have to wander far from your hotel to find a tour agency, which is the generally the case in any part of Thailand.
You can book an affordable day trip from Khao Lak to many wonderful locations in the surrounding area, such as National Parks, bamboo rafting and stunning waterfalls.
Discover the very best of Khao Lak and the Phang Nga Province with an epic day tour. You’re bound to take great photos and enjoy a crazy adventure during your Khao Lak Holidays.
Now all you need to do is book a flight to Phuket and get to the vibrant beach town of Thailand, which will dazzle you from start to finish.
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A Gallery of Khao Lak Thailand
Check out below a gallery of wonderful things to do in and around Khao Lak and book your next plane ticket to this awesome destination in Thailand.
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Looks like loads of fun with the family Anthony. I dig that cocktail truck too; never seen anything quite like that in Thailand. We tend to just drive by Khao Lak – from a distance – when we did the visa run thing to Myanmar. Back when that was a thing. I feel a visit in in order on our next Thailand trip.
Ryan
Thanks for the comment Ryan.