Discover Krabi - Emerald Pool, Hot Springs & Tiger Cave Temple
Description
Relax and swim in the warm water of the Emerald Pool. Make photos of the beautiful Blue Lagoon. Soak in the therapeutic and soothing waters of the hot springs. Enjoy the stunning views from the mountain top Tiger Cave Temple. MAXIMUM NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS PER GROUP IS 10 PERSONS.
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During a short hike through the forest, you have the opportunity to explore an intact ecosystem. Sure you will be impressed by the unique ambience of the rainforest. The Emerald Pool or also called ‘Sa Morakot’ is a unique natural pond with a visually limpid blue color and wonderfully warm waters, making it a stunning spot for swimming in. An abundance of minerals from the surrounding limestone hills gives the pool its jade tone. Nearby the Emerald Pool you'll find the Blue Lagoon, a beautiful pool with deep aquamarine-blue water. But don’t be tempted to take a dip in the lovely looking blue water, because unlike in the Emerald Pool you can’t swim here at all! The bottom consists of quicksand and the water temperature varies between 30 and 50 degrees Celcius. After visit to the Emerald Pool and Blue Lagoon we will stop for lunch at a local restaurant (approx. 1 hour - lunch is for own expenses). National Park fee THB 400 per person is not included and has to be paid cash.
Namtok Ron is located in a shady green forest area with numerous hot springs. The hot springs and cool streams converge on a slope to form lovely cascades of warm water. The water comes from volcanic chambers deep underground. Therefore the water always has a beneficial temperature of 35 to 42 degrees Celsius! You can relax in one of the many natural hollows in the creek and watch the water gently cascade into the cool pools. Hot Springs fee THB 200 per person is not included and has to be paid cash.
Set in a beautiful forest, Wat Tham Suea (Tiger Cave Temple) is one of the highlights in Krabi, for in addition to being a place of worship it is a famous meditation centre, and acts as a retreat for Buddhist monks and nuns from all over the world. You need to climb 1260 stairs to the top, with some of the stair risers being more than 30 cm high, so a degree of physical fitness is required to visit the temple. Once you make it to the top, you are rewarded with stunning views of the surrounding countryside with all the limestone cliffs and beautiful lush rain forest. The view is gorgeous enough to take away what remains of your breath!
Traveling time from/to Ao Nang and between the attractions during the tour.
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Pickup Locations & Times
Hotel pick up and drop off is only included for participants staying in a hotel within central Ao Nang, not for participants staying at one of the other beaches in the area or in Krabi Town. If your accommodation is outside our pick up area, you have to come to the meeting point in front of McDonalds on Ao Nang beach road. NOTE 1: We do not pick up from accommodations in Krabi Town. If your accommodation is in Krabi Town, the meeting point is at Big C shopping mall on Phet Kasem Road. NOTE 2: We can not pick up from Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Krabi and resorts at Railay, since they are not accessible by car. Meeting point is in front of McDonalds on beach road (Ao Nang).
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The Blue Lagoon might be closed to visitors from May until October because of the breeding season of a rare bird species.
- You need to climb 1260 stairs to the top of the Tiger Cave Temple, so a degree of physical fitness is required. Once you make it to the top, you are rewarded with stunning views of the surrounding countryside with all the limestone cliffs and beautiful lush rain forest. If you think the climb to the top might be too tough for you, you can also visit the temple on ground level.
- There are wild monkeys at the Tiger Cave Temple. You must always remember that, no matter what, monkeys are wild animals, not pets. Even though they may look cute, we always recommend to keep your distance, not bring any food with you and keep all your belongings in your bag.
- As our tours run on a group basis, we can wait a maximum of 10 minutes after the scheduled meeting time. After this grace period, the guide will begin the tour. If you cannot make it on time, please let us know before the tour starts. If possible, we’ll do our best to reschedule you for the next available day, though a rescheduling fee will apply.
- Cancellations made at least 24 hours before the tour start time are eligible for a full refund. For cancellations made less than 24 hours in advance or in case of no-show, no refund will be issued.
- Our tours operate rain or shine, as tropical rain showers in Thailand usually don’t last long. If it rains heavily, we try to seek shelter and will continue as soon as the weather improves. During the rainy season, it’s a good idea to bring a raincoat or poncho. Please note cancellations due to weather are not eligible for a refund.
Reviews(317)
We did not visit the temple because of a physical problem. The Emerald Pool is accessible after a one-kilometer walk (without difficulty). The water is a magnificent color. Swimming was pleasant because there were few people this season. Access to the hot baths is easy. The water is about 38 degrees. Relaxing but in moderation.
Thank you so much for sharing your detailed experience! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the beautiful color of the Emerald Pool and had a relaxing time at the hot springs, even with the slight physical challenge. We hope you're feeling better and taking good care of yourself. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you back on another trip soon!
We did our visit by ourselves, we didn't use any operator, we traveled with our own car. Emerald Pool is a gorgeous natural swimming hole and well worth a visit when you're in Krabi. The water isn't very deep, so most adults can comfortably stand with their feet on the bottom. To get there, it’s about a 1.1 km walk through the forest from the main entrance. The trail is paved and well-maintained, making for an easy, pleasant stroll. Overall, it was a wonderful experience and a fantastic place to cool off in nature. I highly recommend stopping by if you're traveling through Krabi! If you liked my review, give me a like 👍🏻
Amazing experience. The tour guide Otto was very friendly and clear. The locations were lovely, and there was even time to stop for lunch. All the timings were perfect. I would recommend to anyone in Krabi!
Thank you for the fantastic review! We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed the lovely locations in Krabi and that the tour timings worked out perfectly for you. We will be sure to pass your wonderful compliments on to Otto, who will be thrilled to hear them. Thank you for recommending us, and we hope to see you again soon!
Tukky is a very nice guide. She answered all our questions without hesitation. We took this trip in the rainy season, so there weren't a lot of people. We enjoyed the hot springs, these where 38° and very beautifull. The emerald pool is also really nice to swim. The blue pool is beatifull ( your not allowed to swim). Afterwards we went to tigertemple wich was impressive. The stairs are 1260 steps and my t-shirt was soaking wet with sweat... Beware of the monkeys at the top, don't wear a backpack or wear it on your belly. They will snatch it and you loose everything.
Tukki was amazing. Spoke good English. Car was smooth and AC was great she knew the perfect time to take us
Thank you for your fantastic review! We're so pleased to hear Tukki made your day enjoyable with her warm service and excellent guidance. It's wonderful to know you had a comfortable journey, and we hope to see you again for another unforgettable WanderSiam experience!
The price I paid for this trip was worth it. The guide Tokky was very good and sweet
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you found the tour to be great value and that you had such a positive experience with Tokky. It's wonderful to know that her kindness and excellent service helped make your trip even more enjoyable. We'll be sure to share your kind words with her. Thank you for joining us, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure in Thailand soon!
Well what a day the hot springs were lovely and HOT then on to the emerald pool you must wallk to the blue pool. Lots of people on our tour didn’t and wished they had then on to tiger cave omg the walk to the top took us 44 minutes up and 25 minutes down but we are 62 and 63 years old but dare I say a little fit. The tiger cave was very spectacular a must visit we done it with get your guide
Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed every stop of the tour, especially the hot springs, the Emerald Pool, and the unforgettable climb to Tiger Cave Temple. Congratulations on completing the hike—it’s truly an amazing achievement! We hope to welcome you on another adventure with us soon.
Tour guide was fine, and destinations were good, but the tour is 9 hours not 6 as advertised. The budda is at the top of a mountain 1260 steps, and it's no easy task, bring sneakers, im in good shape and took many breaks, this tour is not for obese people. Hot waterfall springs was the best, stop 2 , buffet was just ok, but it was cheap, 150 baht, bring at least 2k baht for 2 people
Thank you for your feedback and for sharing your experience with us. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the destinations and found the guide helpful. We also appreciate your comments regarding the tour duration and the climb to the Buddha viewpoint. We'll review the tour description to ensure that expectations regarding timing and physical activity are communicated as clearly as possible to future guests. It's great to know that you particularly enjoyed the hot springs, and thank you for sharing your practical tips with future travelers. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again on another adventure in Thailand.
Only two participants and the guide was quite passive It’s nice to go to these sights but I think timing couldn’t better planned eg climbing tiger cave mountain is a bad idea in the early afternoon when hot
We're sorry to hear that you had an unpleasant experience with our guide. This behavior is unacceptable, and we apologize for any inconvenience or discomfort it may have caused. We have spoken with our guide and are taking steps to ensure that this doesn't happen again.
Amazing excursion to Emerald Pool, Hot Springs, and Tiger Cave Temple. Easy and on time pick up at the hotel. There were only 4 of us. 20 min drive to the first stop. Nice clean minivan with good AC. The hike to the Emerald Pool was beautiful and gratefully shady. Swimming in the clear water of the Blue Pool was heavenly refreshing. Quck lunch and 10 min drive to the Hot Springs. Interesting area, but it was too hot to get into the pools The Tiger Temple is gorgeous. There are 1160 stair steps to get to the top from Tiger Cave Temple. It's a long way up, but the view was worth it. Pouring rain saved us from being overheated. Highly recommend.
Sawasdee kha Arina, Thank you so much for your wonderful and detailed review. We’re delighted to hear that you had such an amazing experience visiting the Emerald Pool, Hot Springs, and Tiger Cave Temple. It’s great to know that everything—from the smooth hotel pickup and comfortable minivan ride to the beautiful hike and refreshing swim—made your journey enjoyable. We’re especially happy that the breathtaking view from Tiger Cave Temple made the climb worthwhile. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again on another memorable adventure in the future.
