
Khao Lak: Takuapa Little Amazon and Waterfall Half-Day Canoe Trip
Traveler rating
3.8/5
Based on 8 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Khao Lak: Takuapa Little Amazon and Waterfall Half-Day Canoe Trip worth booking?
Khao Lak: Takuapa Little Amazon and Waterfall Half-Day Canoe Trip is a 3-hour experience in Khao Lak, Thailand, from $74 per person. It scores 48 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.8/5 rating across 8 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 48 / 100
- Rating
- 3.8/5 (8)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $74 per person
Half-day, morning or afternoon options for tourists with limited time. Explore the Sung Nae River by canoe, rowed by local crews. Enjoy sightseeing along Amazon-like swamp forest, surrounded by hundred year's greenery, Banyan Trees, and mangrove forest. Reptiles and various kinds of birds can be seen on canoe trips. Hike to the Sai Roong waterfall to swim in the cooling pools. Snack on seasonal fresh fruits and other refreshments. Enjoy the convenience of round-trip hotel transfers for easy travels throughout the tour!
What you get
About this experience
Half-day, morning or afternoon options for tourists with limited time. Explore the Sung Nae River by canoe, rowed by local crews. Enjoy sightseeing along Amazon-like swamp forest, surrounded by hundred year's greenery, Banyan Trees, and mangrove forest. Reptiles and various kinds of birds can be seen on canoe trips. Hike to the Sai Roong waterfall to swim in the cooling pools. Snack on seasonal fresh fruits and other refreshments. Enjoy the convenience of round-trip hotel transfers for easy travels throughout the tour!
What's included
Included
- Drinking water
- Tour Guide for briefing and rafting training
- First Aid Kit
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- National park entrance fee
- Accident Insurance
- Life jacket, Safety equipment
What you'll see and do
The Little Amazon
The Little Amazon is a small stretch of mangrove forest located in the town of Takua Pa in Thailand’s Phang Nga Province. The notable feature of Sang Ne Canal is the massive banyan trees whose intricate root systems create archways over the small waterway. The Little Amazon is a haven for wildlife, and visitors commonly see macaque monkeys, reticulated pythons and other snakes, oriental pied hornbills, monitor lizards, kingfishers, and more.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Sai Rung Waterfall
Visit Sai Roong Waterfall, freshen up before heading to Khao Lak.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Oh-Hoo
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Child ticket: Age between 4-10 years
- Guests who are pregnant or have high blood pressure, heart disease and bone diseases are not recommended to join the tour.
- There is a minimum of 2 people required to run this tour! On the rare occasion that we should be required to cancel a tour, we will inform you in advance and offer a different tour date, an alternative tour or provide a full refund.
- In any case, if your booking isn't matched with reality when you show upfront (such as child's age, child's height, the number of people and etc), you are responsible to pay the additional charge upfront for the tour
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 8 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
8 verified traveler reviews for Khao Lak: Takuapa Little Amazon and Waterfall Half-Day Canoe Trip. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Wonderful experience seeing monkeys in the wild
Fantastic experience. We were lucky seeing sooooo many monkeys. Watching them scoop up and munch on crabs. Loads of baby monkeys. Also watched many birds.
Response from the operator: Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed your day and had a fun time overall. We hope to welcome you again for another amazing adventure. Best Regards, Tawan Oh-Hoo Team
via Tripadvisor
Fantastic little experience for an afternoon in Takua Pa near Khao Lak
Great fun, great views and the travel was in a comfortable air conditioned minivan. Mu was a great tour guide, very kind and explained the sights in surprisingly good English!
Response from the operator: Thank you for your wonderful review. We’re so happy to hear you had a great time and enjoyed the views and comfortable travel. Thank you for sharing your experience with us, and we hope to welcome you again soon for another fantastic tour. Best Regards, Tawan Oh-Hoo Team
via Tripadvisor
Not value for money
The canoe trip lasted an hour so not a half day trip. The visit to the waterfall was a complete waste of time as there was no water flowing!
Response from the operator: Dear Valued Customer, Thank you for your feedback. We regret that the tour did not meet your expectations and that the duration of the canoe trip was shorter than expected. We understand how disappointing it must have been to visit a waterfall without water flow, and we apologize for not managing expectations better. Your feedback is valuable, and we will review the itinerary details to ensure clearer communication with future guests. We appreciate you sharing your experience and hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a better experience in the future. Best regards, Oh-Hoo Travel
via Viator
Overpriced tour
The driver didn't even know the route when he was picked up. We were taken to a dock and then paddled for an hour by canoe through mangroves. An understanding with the guides was hardly possible as they did not speak English. Afterwards, we were taken to a waterfall where we were supposed to swim. That was a little trickle with max. 10m high. There was no bathing possibility. To offer this as a highlight is a boldness. Incidentally, admission was also charged at this waterfall. All in all, far too expensive for a nice little canoe trip...
Response from the operator: Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re truly sorry to hear that the experience did not meet your expectations. We apologize for the lack of clear communication during pickup and for the difficulties you encountered due to language barriers with the guides. We also regret that the waterfall stop and the additional entrance fee were disappointing and did not match your expectations based on the tour description. Your comments are very important to us and will be reviewed carefully so we can improve communication, accuracy of information, and overall value for our guests. Thank you again for your honest feedback. We appreciate you bringing these issues to our attention, and we hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a better experience in the future. Best Regards, Oh-Hoo Team
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Huge Disappointment
We paid appx. £115 for the trip and it was a huge disappointment. Having boarded the canoe we entered the narrow waterway set between banyan trees and other foliage. We were quickly passed by a loud, motorised craft and, in the 40 minute course of the outbound trip, this happened, at intervals, three or four more times. Needless to say, we saw no wildlife at all throughout the trip. This seems like a lot of money to photograph a few banyan roots while being rocked about by motorised craft and frequently meeting returning canoes!!
Response from the operator: Dear Customer Thank you for sharing your feedback. We sincerely regret that your experience did not meet your expectations. Our goal is to provide an enjoyable and immersive canoeing experience in nature, and we are sorry that external factors, such as passing motorized boats, affected your trip. While we strive to offer a peaceful journey through the waterways, some areas do have shared access, which can occasionally result in boat traffic. Wildlife sightings, unfortunately, cannot be guaranteed as they depend on natural conditions. However, we truly value your comments and will use them to assess ways to improve our guests’ experiences. If there’s anything we can do to address your concerns further, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us directly. We appreciate your time and hope to have an opportunity to provide a better experience in the future. Best regards, Oh Hoo Team
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $74 to $2,436
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 3
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Oh-Hoo, who run 775 experiences we rank across 10 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 55.7.
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Khao Lak: Takuapa Little Amazon and Waterfall Half-Day Canoe Trip: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Khao Lak.
How much does Khao Lak: Takuapa Little Amazon and Waterfall Half-Day Canoe Trip cost?
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Prices start at $74 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Khao Lak usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Khao Lak: Takuapa Little Amazon and Waterfall Half-Day Canoe Trip take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Khao Lak is not rushed.
Is Khao Lak: Takuapa Little Amazon and Waterfall Half-Day Canoe Trip worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 48 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.8/5 across 8 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Khao Lak, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Khao Lak: Takuapa Little Amazon and Waterfall Half-Day Canoe Trip?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Khao Lak: Takuapa Little Amazon and Waterfall Half-Day Canoe Trip suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Khao Lak: Takuapa Little Amazon and Waterfall Half-Day Canoe Trip?
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Around 3 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Khao Lak can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Khao Lak and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Khao Lak: Takuapa Little Amazon and Waterfall Half-Day Canoe Trip start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Khao Lak within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Khao Lak?
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On Outty we rank every Khao Lak experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Thai Cooking Class in Khao Lak by Amazon Prime Series Chef, Riverside Thai Cooking Half Day Class, Riverside Thai Cooking Class in Khao Lak with Market Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Khao Lak?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Khao Lak?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Khao Lak: Takuapa Little Amazon and Waterfall Half-Day Canoe Trip?
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Included: Drinking water; Tour Guide for briefing and rafting training; First Aid Kit; Hotel pickup and drop-off; and National park entrance fee. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Khao Lak: Takuapa Little Amazon and Waterfall Half-Day Canoe Trip include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 83 listed pickup locations in and around Khao Lak. Be ready about 30 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Khao Lak: Takuapa Little Amazon and Waterfall Half-Day Canoe Trip offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Khao Lak: Takuapa Little Amazon and Waterfall Half-Day Canoe Trip?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Khao Lak: Takuapa Little Amazon and Waterfall Half-Day Canoe Trip wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Not recommended for pregnant travelers; and Guests who are pregnant or have high blood pressure, heart disease and bone diseases are n. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Khao Lak: Takuapa Little Amazon and Waterfall Half-Day Canoe Trip if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Khao Lak: Takuapa Little Amazon and Waterfall Half-Day Canoe Trip?
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Across 8 reviews averaging 3.8 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, good for families. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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