(2 days jungle safari Khao Sok)
Ex. Phuket

Set off for the adventurous trail in Khao Sok and let your energy worked out! Rock you body on Jumbo without jet, take a deep breath of the fresh air in the verdant jungle while listening to bird-songs all around. And, add, paddle smoothly in the midst of virgin nature. What a wonderful experience you will have! So enjoy one of the most beautiful natures in Southern Thailand.

Itinerary

Day 1: Phuket or Khao Lak - Elephant Hills - Khao Sok National Park (L/D)
Pick up from hotels in Phuket, Krabi or Surat Thani and transfer to Khao Sok. En route glimpses of tropical rural life here in southern Thailand can be seen along the way. Arrive at the elephant camp, here you can see, touch and find out about the life of Thai elephants and about the elephant breeding conservation project the company is running. Also the guide will explain about the mahout, the man who takes care of the elephant. Trekking on elephant back is a unique experience here in the rainforest, what better way is there to get a birds eye view of nature. Returning from the jungle with a huge appetite you will appreciate the buffet lunch that is served, a variety of Thai dishes cooked not too spicy. After lunch take a jungle river canoe trip down the Sok River. The canoes are very stable and safe, life jackets are provided as well as a local river guide to paddle the canoe. Drift along the jungle river passing limestone mountains and cliffs covered with exotic tropical vegetation. Some times hornbill can be seen flying high overhead or reptiles basking in the sun on the riverbanks. From the canoe you can experience a world that has changed little in thousands of years, some of the last areas of primary rainforest. After all this activity close to nature it is time for a hot shower and what better place than in the unique bathroom of your luxury safari tents. Relax and enjoy the panoramic views of the surrounding jungle covered mountains, 100% real nature. A wide selection of cocktails, wines, and spirits are available at the “Jungle explorers club bar”. Afterwards its time for dinner in this unique location beside the rainforest, the sounds and atmosphere will make this a memorable experience. Overnight in luxury safari tents with comfortable beds, reading lights, hot water and western style toilets. Real luxury close to the heart of the rainforest. The tents doors and windows have mosquito netting as well as canvas flaps so insect and reptile cannot enter. The temperature at night drops, the tents are well ventilated; blankets keep you snug in the cool of the night. 

Day 2: Elephant Hills or Khao Sok National Park - Krabi or Phuket (B/L)
Wake up to the sounds of nature and birds calling from the bushes close to the tent. When the sun comes up and clears the mist over the mountains and jungle to the south of Elephant Hills the gibbons start to make their morning territorial calls that echo down the valley. Tea and coffee making facilities are available in the tent for early risers; breakfast is at your leisure. Having trekked on elephant back, been paddled by canoe along the river, now its time to come face to face with the jungle by exploring it on foot. It is not a army survival exercise, there are no prizes for the fastest trekkers, snakes and spider do not jump out at you, it is just an opportunity to explore the ecology of the rainforest, to see a great variety of exotic plants, tropical hardwood trees with huge roots, orchids, palms, ferns, bamboos, mosses the variety is unlimited. Birds such as the hornbill live high up above, gibbon can often be heard calling to their mates, a macaque or leaf monkey may be heard swinging through the branches, every day is different but it is truly wonderful to discover the great variety of life forms that co-exists together, this can only by experienced on foot, take it slowly, look, learn and listen then you too will start to discover some of the secrets of the rainforest. Weather permitting lunch will be served in the rainforest cooked in bamboo. Sadly in the afternoon its time to return to your hotel in Phuket, Krabi or Surat Thani but you will always know how it feels to be close to nature in the jungle, some thing you will never forget..

Prices are net per person in half twin in BAHT

Validity	Seat-In-Coach	Single Supplement
01 Nov 07 - 30 Apr 08	12,250	3,350
01 May 08 - 31 Oct 08	9,400	3,350

Includes:

• Transfer and tours by van and Land rover with English-speaking guide
• Entrance fees on sites as described in program
• Meals as specified in program
• Service charges and VAT

Note:

• Seat-in-coach (guaranteed weekly departure on Thursday) Minimum 2 passengers
• Daily departure for private available on request.

Participants should bring along the following items: Non slip foot wear, sports shoes are OK, a change of foot wear, change of cloths, swim wear, towel, sun protection or rain coat, as weather can be changeable, torch light, personal first aid kit. A bag or pack is advised, suitcases are not practical.

Accommodation in basis non-air conditioned room or safari tent with cold shower.

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