Phang Nga Bamboo Rafting & Adventure Day Tour
Float along quiet jungle waters on a bamboo raft with temple, waterfall, and adventure stops
Explore Phang Nga on a full-day tour from Phuket featuring a 45-minute bamboo rafting journey, a visit to Suwan Khuha cave temple, a waterfall swim, a sea turtle conservation centre, and a choice between elephant activities or ATV riding.
Location
Hotels in Phuket
Duration
Full day (~07:00–17:30)
Departure & return
Departure 07:00–07:45 · Return 17:00–17:30
Tour type
Shared tour
Hotel pickup
Available – depending on area
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- Traditional bamboo rafting drift along a scenic river in Phang Nga (~45 minutes)
- Explore Suwan Khuha Temple (Monkey Cave) and a sea turtle conservation centre
- Choice of elephant riding and bathing (Program A) or a 30-minute ATV drive (Program B)
- Swimming and relaxation stop at a natural waterfall
- Thai set lunch by the river with tea or coffee served in bamboo cups
Itinerary
07:00
Phuket Hotel Pickup
Shared minibus pickup from Phuket hotels according to location zone, driving toward Phang Nga. (07:00–07:45)
Turtle Conservation & Selected Adventure Activity
Stop at the sea turtle conservation centre, followed by your chosen program: elephant riding (~30 min) and bathing (~15 min) for Program A, or ATV riding (~30 min) for Program B.
Suwan Khuha Cave Temple & Waterfall
Visit Suwan Khuha Temple (Monkey Cave) inside a natural cave, then relax and swim at a waterfall.
Riverside Thai Lunch
Enjoy a Thai set meal at a riverside restaurant, featuring tea or coffee served in bamboo cylinders.
Bamboo Rafting & Swimming
Take a 45-minute bamboo raft ride along the river, with time for swimming.
17:00
Return to Hotel
Arrive back at your hotel in Phuket (times are approximate and subject to traffic and weather conditions). (17:00–17:30)
Times are approximate and may change depending on conditions, the weather and the supplier.
About the experience
Head into the nature of Phang Nga province on a scenic full-day tour from Phuket. After an early morning hotel pickup by shared minibus, your excursion begins with a stop at a local sea turtle conservation centre before heading to your selected adventure activity—choose between elephant riding and bathing (Program A) or a 30-minute off-road ATV ride (Program B). The journey continues to Suwan Khuha Temple (Monkey Cave), situated inside a limestone cave, followed by a relaxing break and a swim at a freshwater waterfall. Afterward, enjoy a set-menu Thai lunch at a riverside restaurant, where tea and coffee are served in authentic bamboo cups. In the afternoon, board a traditional bamboo raft for a gentle 45-minute drift along the river with time for swimming in the cool waters before returning to your hotel in Phuket.
What's included
- Round-trip shared hotel transfers within free pickup zones
- English-speaking guide
- Thai set lunch
- Drinking water and cold towels
- Accident insurance
What's not included
- Pickup surcharge for out-of-zone areas (200 THB per person paid to driver upon pickup)
- Tips and gratuities
- Additional food or drinks beyond the set lunch
- Personal expenses
Pickup & getting there
Shared minibus pickup from Phuket hotels between 07:00 and 07:45 depending on area. Free zones include Patong, Kalim, Tri Trang, Karon, Kata, Kata Noi, Phuket Town, Kathu, Nakalay, Kamala, Surin, and Bang Tao. Zone 2 and Zone 3 incur a surcharge of 200 THB per person payable to the driver at pickup.
What to bring
• Swimwear • Shorts and light t-shirt • Water-friendly footwear • Change of clothes and towel • Sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses • Camera • Modest clothing covering shoulders and knees for temple entry • Rainwear during the rainy season
Important information
Timings are approximate and subject to traffic and local conditions. Modest attire covering shoulders and knees is required when visiting Suwan Khuha Temple.
Weather & seasonality
The tour program, schedule, and activities may be modified or cancelled depending on weather and water levels.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Program A and Program B?
Program A includes elephant riding (~30 min) and bathing (~15 min), while Program B replaces elephant interactions with a 30-minute ATV quad ride.
Is hotel transfer included from all Phuket areas?
Transfers are included free of charge from popular areas such as Patong, Kata, Karon, Kamala, and Phuket Town. Areas such as Laguna, Rawai, Nai Harn, and Mai Khao require a 200 THB per person surcharge paid directly to the driver.
How long is the bamboo rafting activity?
The bamboo rafting ride lasts approximately 45 minutes and includes time for swimming in the river.