Experiences in Khao Lak | Timbuktu Travel

What to do in Khao Lak

Khao Lak is a true nature lover's paradise with two marine national parks within reach and few people who'll be joining you on the beach. Cool off in the gently-lapping water, try your hand at windsurfing or kayaking, and enjoy some of the most incredible dive sites off Thailand's coast. Swap the ocean for Khao Lak's serene rivers, where you let the current carry you along on a tube before stopping for a picnic on the banks.

Snorkel with manta rays & whale sharks in Khao Lak

Go on a snorkeling adventure with whale sharks and manta rays at Richelieu Rock. Certainly one of the best dive sites in Thailand, Richelieu Rock is an isolated pinnacle about 10km east of Surin Islands and 100km NNE of the Similan islands. The very top of the rock is just visible at low tide, but submerged at high tide. Below the surface Richelieu Rock is approximately horseshoe shaped consisting of several groups of rocks, pinnacles, overhangs and small caves. Due to the currents sweeping over this pinnacle, there’s not so much hard coral, but plenty of soft coral. The currents can be strong, but it’s easy enough to find shelter on one side of the pinnacle or another, as it covers a large area. It’s too big for one dive, most Liveaboards will include at least 2 dives here.

Scuba dive with whale sharks in Khao Lak

Go on a scuba diving adventure with whale sharks and manta rays at Richelieu Rock. Certainly one of the best dive sites in Thailand, Richelieu Rock is an isolated pinnacle about 10km east of Surin Islands and 100km NNE of the Similan islands. The very top of the rock is just visible at low tide, but submerged at high tide. Below the surface Richelieu Rock is approximately horseshoe shaped consisting of several groups of rocks, pinnacles, overhangs and small caves. Due to the currents sweeping over this pinnacle, there’s not so much hard coral, but plenty of soft coral. The currents can be strong, but it’s easy enough to find shelter on one side of the pinnacle or another, as it covers a large area. It’s too big for one dive, most Liveaboards will include at least 2 dives here.