Private Tour: The Lost Zone Amazon & Old Town in Takuapa, Khao Lak

Embark on a private tour to the hidden Banyan Tree forest and Nipa Palm forest in Takuapa, Khao Lak. Explore the traditional life and culture of Takuapa Old Town, including its famous old tin mines and factories. Perfect for nature lovers and history enthusiasts!

Duration: 6 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • The Little Amazon - A half day trip offers you a spectacular sighting of an Amazon-liked swamp forest in the Takuapa area. Get on a canoe, rowed by our crews, get chance to see reptiles, birds and beautiful banyan trees along “Sung Nae Canal” so called “Little Amazon”. Visit morning market to view a classic local way of life. Freshen up at a waterfall before heading to your hote
  • Takua Pa - The old quarter of Takua Pa in Phangnga is a poignant reminder of a glorious chapter in its history
    Overlooked by most travellers who pass it off as rather quiet, the old town area of Takua Pa district in Phangnga in fact has much to shout about for it still resonates with a glorious chapter from history dating back a century, now almost forgotten.
What's Included
  • Local guide
  • Mineral Water and Soft Drinks
  • Open-air songteow transport for part of tour
  • Raincoat provided if needed
  • Refreshing cool towels
  • Air-conditioned minivan transport
  • Traditional Thai lunch included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (surcharge for non-Khao Lak hotels)
What's Not Included
  • Gratuitiies (optional)
Additional Information

Get ready for an expedition to the ancient realm of ‘Little Amazon,’ a concealed forest of Banyan Trees near Takuapa. The quiet tranquility of paddling under the colossal Banyan tree forest canopy is soothing. Cruise towards a Nipa Palm forest and enjoy the beautiful bird songs along the Klong Sung Nae River. Travel in a local Thai taxi, known as ‘Songteaw,’ to Takuapa Old Town and experience the traditional and cultural aspects of this quaint, historical town, which has retained its authenticity for over a century. Observe the vintage style architecture, cozy cafés, and the most renowned feature of Takuapa, the old tin mines and factories which remained operational until the 1920s.

If a combination of nature, history, and exploring appeals to you, this tour from Khaolak comes highly recommended!

  • Tour will be provided with English speaking Guide. German speaking Guide is available but must be requested prior to tour date
  • Child rate (4-11 years) applies only when sharing with an adult
  • Infants 3 years or younger are complimentary provided accompanied by a paying adult. Infant seats not guaranteed - MUST REQUEST at time of booking
  • You must provide your hotel details at time of booking, failure to do so may result in cancellation
  • Price applies for pick up/drop off only in Khao Lak area.
  • For pick-ups from Phuket we charge extra transfer cost 800 per passenger (return), minimum 4 passengers
  • For pick-ups from Khok Kloy we charge extra transfer cost 500 per passenger (return), minimum 4 passengers
  • This Private tour has been especially designed due to Social Distancing norms. This tour is for Couples, Honeymooners, Families or close Friends in small number
  • Available Daily. Minimum 2 Adults / Maximum 6 people in this Private Tour.
  • Should your travel plans change, do not worry. I Asia Thailand will do all possible to change your booking to fit with your new travel arrangements free of charge.
  • What to bring: Sun Block Lotion, Insect repellant, Camera, Spare Money for Souvenir and Tips.
  • Comfortable walking shoes or sandals recommended. Not wheelchair accessible
  • Proper attire to enter a temple (No dresses above the knee. No short pants or three quarter pants. Modest shirts. No see through garments. No sports-wear. No footwear inside temple.).
  • We take action to minimize the impact on plastic and pollution. No Plastic Straws are allowed. At more and more places we have the ability to refill the water bottles. No Styrofoam is used for the Lunch, etc.
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Location
The Little Amazon
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Arturas_p
Jan 18, 2024
Nice tour, profesional quide - The trip was very interesting. The guide tried to show even more than was in the program, to tell as much as possible about Thailand and its people. Swimming in an inflatable boat in the small Amazon was also very interesting. A true natural paradise. We also had a very interesting visit to the market, the temple and the old town of Takuapa. In summary - the excursion is worth the price paid.
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Lilysamh
Dec 29, 2023
Small group experience - On the lost amazon tour we began the day canoeing and spent a beautiful hour being guided through stunning scenery and searching for wildlife. Please do not go on this tour and expect there to be a plethora of animals- it is not a zoo. It is a natural habitat and if you are fortunate, quiet and respectful you may be lucky but we found that the scenery itself was beautiful enough for us. From here we journeyed out to see some of the old Tin mining areas and managed to spot some Water Buffalo crossing the river. We visited a traditional fresh market where Non told us that the local businesses come to get their fresh products for the day ahead. We then had some traditional Thai food at a stunning hilltop restaurant followed by visiting a Chinese and a Buddhist Temple and taking part in some of the interesting routines and rituals. We visited another market where we saw some traditional street food stalls and explored some of the architecture inspired by Europe. Before the end of the day, we also visited a local waterfall. Non was incredible and was so friendly and informative, educating us on real Thai culture away from the hustle and bustle of tourism. He introduced us to some of his favourite snacks out of his own money and shared stories about his life throughout the day. As there were only 4 of us in the tour, he asked if we had any other plans and whether we would like to take the day slowly. All of us agreed that we were in no rush and so Non enabled us to have a lovely chilled and extended day with extra time at the waterfall, tin mines and markets. Honestly can't recommend this day enough- particularly if Non is leading!
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Bearessa
Feb 5, 2019
Canoeing along the klong song mae river - We did this little Amazon trip just buy turning up on the bike,we had a small boat with a engine,thai call it speed boat or you can take a canoe the speed boat is 700 and the canoe is 500 well worth the money I would say for 1 hours ride we started off down the river many flora and fauna to be seen and then speed boat down the bigger river which the smaller river connect to,it was great fun and then back up the small river,if you are in the area it is well worth doing just to see the strange formations of the banyan trees
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