We take you on the best day trips in Thailand! The country has an incredible number of unique places to offer. For example, if you are staying in the Samui archipelago (Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, Koh Tao), then you should definitely take a boat trip to the impressive Ang Thong National Park or visit the beautiful archipelago Koh Nang Yuan visit. From Phuket you could take a day trip to the Phang-Nga Bay, in the Khao Sok National Park or to the dreamlike Similan Islands include in the plan. On GetYourGuideª you will find many more excursion destinations such as elephant camps, temple tours, city tours, snorkeling trips or diving courses - take a look and get inspired!
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Emerald Pool & Blue Pool
Hidden deep in the tropical forests in the east of Krabi is the famous Emerald Pool (locally known as Sa Morakot). This impressive natural pool is part of the Khao Phra Bang Khram Wildlife Sanctuary. From Krabi Town, it takes around an hour to reach the dreamlike oasis. From Ao Nang it takes around one and a half hours....
Phi Leh Lagoon
The shimmering turquoise Phi Leh Lagoon (also known as Pi Leh Bay) is an absolute dream location for snorkeling and swimming fans! You can visit it as part of a day trip from Koh Phi Phi and also make a stop at the beautiful Maya Bay, which is just opposite. The boat trip takes around 30 minutes. Snorkeling equipment is usually provided on board, so all you need to pack is swimwear and sunscreen!.
Maya Bay
The beautiful Maya Bay is located on the island of Koh Phi Phi Leh in the Andaman Sea and can only be reached by boat. From the main island of Koh Phi Phi Don, the crossing takes around 30 minutes and leads past impressive limestone cliffs across the turquoise blue sea until a picturesque open bay finally appears. At the turn of the millennium, this place became famous worldwide when the film „The Beach“ starring Leonardo DiCaprio was released in 2000....
Choui Fong tea plantation
The Choui Fong tea plantation is located in the north of Thailand, just under an hour's drive from Chiang Rai. This picture-book location is a popular excursion destination for all nature and tea lovers and should not be missed on any tour of northern Thailand! Due to the altitude, the fields in the north are ideal for growing various types of tea such as green and black tea. With a cultivation area of over 1,000 rai (= 1.6 square kilometers), the Choui Fong plantation is one of the largest tea producers in Thailand....
Koh Similan
Koh Similan is a true paradise for divers and snorkelers! If you are planning a trip to Phuket or Khao Lak, then you should definitely not miss this place. The beautiful Similan Islands are located in the Mu Ko Similan National Park of the same name in the western Andaman Sea. A day tour costs between 60 and 90 euros per person. There is also a fee of 500 baht (≈ 13 euros) per person for entry to the national park....
Koh Nang Yuan
To the north of Koh Tao is a small group of islands connected by a sandbank. Koh Nang Yuan is a must-visit for all travelers and is a real postcard motif! Pure nature, mountainous terrain and crystal-clear water. You can only get to this place by boat - either by cab boat (from Sairee Beach, approx. 300 THB p.p. for a return trip) or on a guided day tour, e.g. from Koh Phanganª or Koh Samuiª. As the...
Hong Island (Phang-Nga)
As part of a boat tour through the beautiful Phang-Nga Bay, many tour operators make a stop at Hong Island (Koh Hong) to go canoeing or kayaking. The unique landscape with its geological formations, caves and huge limestone cliffs make this activity something very special! Hong Island offers a famous photo opportunity that can only be seen from a canoe and from a specific position: Sky view with surrounding trees in the shape of a heart. Incidentally, Hong Island is close to the...
James Bond Island
One of Thailand's most famous photo motifs: James Bond Island (Koh Tapu). This place has become famous worldwide as the filming location for the movie series of the same name! The island, which is actually a huge pointed rock, impresses with its strange shape and attracts hundreds of visitors every day. The popular motif is located in the middle of the beautiful Phang-Nga Bay, where there is much more to discover. A day trip (e.g. from Phuketª, Khao Lakª or Krabiª) offers the best opportunity to explore the bay by...
Panyee Island
Panyee Island is a small fishing village and a must-see if you are planning a boat trip in Phang Nga Bay. The boat guides usually stop at this place and you can explore the village on your own. There are two special features of this village: 1. it is built entirely on stilts in the water and 2. the inhabitants are Muslim, which can be guessed from afar by a huge golden mosque. The streets are very narrow and confusing,...
Excursion to Phang-Nga
If you are currently on Phuket, then you should definitely take a day trip to Phang-Nga! The surreal scenery with its numerous limestone cliffs jutting randomly out of the sea is truly unique in Thailand. In the middle of it all lies the famous James Bond Island (or rather "rocks"), which is one of the most famous motifs and travel destinations. However, Phang-Nga not only has this highlight to offer, but also many other sights such as the monkey cave Wat Suwan Kuha, the Samet...
Floating Pagodas
The Floating Pagodas - officially known as Wat Chaloem Phra Kiat Phrachomklao Rachanusorn - are one of the most spectacular sights around Chiang Mai. Perched high up on the rugged peaks of Doi Phra Bat in Lampang province, the white and golden stupas seem to float weightlessly above the clouds. From the parking lot, a shared cab will take you a little way up the mountain before the actual ascent begins: around 540 well-built but steep steps lead you...
Pha Chor Canyon
Pha Chor Canyon is an impressive rock formation in northern Thailand that is often referred to as a "mini Grand Canyon". Formed by thousands of years of erosion, the clay-colored pillars rise up to 30 meters into the air and offer a spectacular natural experience. The visit is particularly beautiful in good weather, when the warm sunlight makes the rocks glow. A circular trail leads you through the fascinating landscape, past impressive rock towers and unique rock formations. The hike takes around 45 minutes,...
