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Khao Sok Local Life Adventure & Traditional Cooking Class
5.0(6)Khao Lak1 day
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At a glance
Duration
1 day
Price from
$98 / person
Location
Khao Lak, Thailand
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 6 reviews
Languages
TH, EN
Group
Small group, up to 8
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Hotel pickup
Available
Confirmation
Within 24h
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Discovery Travel - Khao Lak
Description
Experience genuine local life away from the crowds. Get hands on with local family and spend a day living as they do in the Khao Sok Jungle.
This truly unique experience will be the highlight of your trip to Thailand.
We start the day with a quick stop at the Khao Sok viewpoint to get a first glimpse of the breathtaking scenery. From here it is just a short drive to Mr. Yoo's jungle home.
Mr. Yoo & his family will help you collect your fresh ingredients and prepare a delicious Thai lunch using traditional methods.
Gently cruise down the beautiful Sok River on hand made traditional bamboo rafts. Bamboo rafts have been used in this are for hundreds of years to transport goods and people. Soon the river enters a beautiful gorge with spectacular limestone cliffs on either side.
After a while we arrive at a small sandbank by the side of the river where we can stop for a refreshing cup of jungle coffee, brewed in a bamboo kettle & a short walk through the cave to an ancient temple.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Next available
Sun, Oct 11
Adult (ages 13–75)
$98
Child (ages 4–12)
$61
Infant (ages 1–3)
Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $330.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 10.
Tour Options
Joined Group Trip
Pickup included
Private trip
Privat Tour
Pickup included
What's included
Included
Soda/Pop
Bottled water
Lunch
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Coffee and/or Tea
Traditional cooking utensils
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick up times will be confirmed on confirmation.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Important Information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Infant seats are available upon request.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Khao Sok Local Life Adventure & Traditional Cooking Class take?
Khao Sok Local Life Adventure & Traditional Cooking Class lasts about 1 day.
How much does Khao Sok Local Life Adventure & Traditional Cooking Class cost?
Prices start at $98 per person for this Khao Lak experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $330. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Khao Sok Local Life Adventure & Traditional Cooking Class run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
How much does Khao Sok Local Life Adventure & Traditional Cooking Class cost for children?
Children aged 4–12 pay from $61, adults from $98. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Khao Sok Local Life Adventure & Traditional Cooking Class for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pick up times will be confirmed on confirmation. Pickup points include Devasom Khao Lak Beach Resort & Villas, Ocean Breeze Resort.
What languages is Khao Sok Local Life Adventure & Traditional Cooking Class offered in?
The experience is available in TH, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 8 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Is Khao Sok Local Life Adventure & Traditional Cooking Class worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 6 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Discovery Travel - Khao Lak.
Reviews(6)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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theclimber
November 28, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Exploring Khao Lak
A superb proffesional operation from booking from the UK to each trip we did. Small groups, the most we had was 4 people, made it a very personal experience. This enabled us to have time to really have quality interaction with the excellent guides. Special shout out to Mr Pok who drove us on most of our 5 trips. Thanks to all at Khaolak Discovery travel
Operator response
It is fantastic to hear that you enjoyed your trips with our team, and esspecially Pok. He is a very friendly driver, and a goldmine of local information!
We are all very pleased to know that the trips you dfid with us helped make your time here in Khao Lak special. And we hope we will be seeing you again very soon for more adventures!
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Lauren_Z
June 24, 2024 · via Viator
Worth it… just for the view
Matt picked us up early, and we headed to Khao Sok for a memorable day. Our cooking class was enhanced by picking and using produce from the garden. The bamboo rafting was also fun - even if we ended up soaked from rain. The view was magestic.
Operator response
It is fantastic to read that you enjoyed your trip. This is one of our favorite tours. Collecting fresh ingredients and then cooking with the family is such a unique experience. Be sure to tell all of your friends about this tour! I hope we will be seeing you again very soon.
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Tausk
July 23, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Super day
Very informative, very funny and fantastic tasting food, highly recommended! We went through the garden, tasting and smelling different herbs, peppers, fruits, and preparing the coconut milk, chopping garlic and making curry paste, then cooking on charcoal, yummie!
Operator response
This is one of my favorite trips also. It is a great fun sensory experience that is difficult to find anywhere else. Thank you for sharing your experiences. I hope we will be seeing you again soon for another adventure.
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lindamP3
March 15, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Epic
Amazing day, our guide was very informative and had a great sense of humour 🙂
We started the day with your of a family farm in Khao Sok National Forest. We were shown and gathered different fruits, vegetables, herbs and spices. We used the items to make our lunch in the traditional Thai way. The family was eager to share their farm and cooking class with us.
After lunch we stopped for a short stroll to see a temple and walk through some caves. We then headed to Sok River climbed in a homemade bamboo raft and we take down the quiet and peaceful river.
Operator response
Thank you for reviewing us. It is great to hear that you had a good day with our team. I hope we will be seeing you again very soon.
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N7334QAanng
February 20, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Fantastic
Fantastic day! Relaxed, fun, informative and great food. Fabulous hosts at the home stay. One of my holiday highlights- I fully recommend this opportunity to do something different away from the crowds. Superb! 6 stars!!
Operator response
It is great to hear that you enjoyed your day with us! Also, thank you very much for taking the time to write a review. It is always great to know that people have enjoyed our trips so much. i hope we will be seeing you again soon.
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Matt G
February 8, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Just wow - our guide and the food were both amazing!
I highly recommend apple from the tour company for this trip.
She is knowledgeable, friendly and so professional. Stopped and bought us coffee as an extra as well as a coconut desert.
Cooking class was amazing (aside from an idiot staying at the farmstay telling me he just had eaten monkey which did not go down well with me and he was just a righteous little sh*t saying it to get a rise) and the food was phenomonal. 3 veg dishes and a churchmen red curry.
Finished with a bamboo raft journey that was lovely - we saw monkeys and lizards and fed river fish.
10/10 for this group!
Operator response
It is great to read that you enjoyed your trip with Apple. Don't worry, we certainly do not cook monkeys here.
I hope you enjoy the rest of your stay in Thailand, and we will see you again very soon!
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