10 Best Thailand Adventures

10 Best Thailand Adventures

Thailand is a luring adventure destination. It has many faces to explore from vibrant cities to untamed mountains. Each tourist spot offers feast of activities and you do not need much energy to find out things you want to enjoy, especially for adventure minded travelers.
Here is our ultimate Thailand adventures from soft to hard that you should try : 
rock climbing
Photo : Krabi Rockclimbing 

Rock Climb on Railay Beach

Lying between two coast-side towns “Ao Nang and Krabi”, Railay is a beautiful beach which is only accessed by boat. The beach is lined by towering rocks and escarpments, making it one of the best destinations for endless rock climbing adventures in southern Thailand.
Prepare to hone your climbing skills as well as taking in sweeping views of vast landscapes and seascapes.

Did you know Railay is listed in our Top Thailand Beaches to visit ?


bangkok street foods
Photo : Alan Spedding

Foodie Adventure at Yaowarat, Bangkok

Thailand’s Chinatown welcomes several travelers including those who are after feasting on the Thai cuisine. It features several food stalls serving different local dishes to taste at affordable prices. Of the most appreciated, fresh pomegranate juice, mango sticky rice, pork dumplings, prawn soup and Pad Thai are exceptional. More than culinary adventure, Chinatown is an idyllic place for grabbing best offers of other goodies like garments.
Undoubtedly, with many appetizing streets, Bangkok is listed in our Asia Top Cities for Street foods


koh phi phi

Hop the Ko Phi Phi Islands

Numerous water sports, coral reefs and the untouched setting make this cluster of Islands a prodigious adventure. It has plenty for all travelers of different interests. Kayaking, Snorkeling or Scuba diving are the best options to go for lovers of marine life. Stunning shorelines flanked by crystal clear waters are available for swimming. After that,  relax in hammocks swinging beneath the palm lined trees. Or if you fancy a fun packed hangout in the evening, check out the Phi Phi Reggae bar along with Sun Flow Beach Bar and Restaurant. Here you can admire scenic views of the sunset and thrilling acoustic music while sipping some drinks.

pittas
Photographer : Jason Thompson

Birding in Khao Sok

Khao Sok is probably an ideal spot to view different tropical bird species with less effort for a deep jungle trek. Popular birds are great pittas, sunbirds, argus and hornbills. There are many unusual species like lesser and grey-headed fish eagle, White-crowned. 
There are 2 trails Wide Trail and Narrow trail, all you need to do is to be patience and wait for the bird. You will not feel bored, particularly when you are on a pleasant trail with waterfalls, excellent forest. 
 

Hike up Dragon Crest Mountain

Hiking up to the most epic viewpoint in all of Thailand is one of the World class adventures you will never forget. This two hours trekking through luscious forests, rocky outcrops and thundering waterfalls leads to the summit. While at the top, spectacular views of inland vegetation, blue skies, rolling hills, and stretching forest lands across the coastline lets you feel like you are in a world of your own.


phang nga view

Island Hopping to Phang Nga Bay

Bordered by Koh Tapu, Phang Nga Bay sits between the untainted Phuket Island and Thailand’s Mainland. Hopping on a boat is an incredible way of exploring this natural wonder while passing through mangrove forests, and limestone cliffs to untouched Islands. One of the Islands is Koh Phanak renowned for its hidden caves and lagoons.

More adventure around Phang Nga ? check our Phuket Travel Guide proposed by local experts


elephant jungle

Bathe Elephants at the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary – Chiang Mai

A holiday to Thailand without bathing, feeding and playing with the Elephants seems to be incomplete. If you havent think about that before, make your way to  Elephant Jungle Sanctuary. Besides feeding and bathing, you watch these confined animals as they stroll into view as well as embracing their natural habitats.



cave lodge

Cave Lodge Adventure

If you are looking for a unrivated caving experience, however the area has more than that to offer. Cave lodge was established in 1984 functioning a wild adventure center where you can immerse in river canoeing, jungle trekking safari and caving. 
Since Cave Lodge is located in Mae Hong Son, one of the less visited provinces in north Thailand, your experience will be totally unique. Do not hesitate to ask John and Nang, the owner about their properties, there are insider tips to make your days stunned. 
The above photo itself has something to inspire you ! 


ayutthaya

Revisit History at Ayutthaya Historical Park

This UNESCO World Heritage Site in Ayutthaya ancient city rewards a rare glimpse of history in Thailand. A range of over 67 temples dating back to the mid-1300s, crumbling ruins, storytelling by the monks, and artefacts adds to the picturesque views of its vast landscapes.



erawan national park
Photo: Sean Fast 

Waterfall Hoping at Erawan National Park

Though famed for its extraordinary Wildlife, Erawan National Park is home to the iconic Erawan falls. Situated at about 200 km northwest of Bangkok, these falls cascades down seven tiers into limpid pools that are fit for swimming, relax and unwind in a nature-filled setting.
Apart from that, the Park consists of five concealed caves like Ta Duang cave with its rock paintings, Phartat cave with stalagmites and stalactites to mention but a few.
 
 

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