Khao Lak Highlights Tour with Buddhist Temple Blessing
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Khao Lak Highlights Tour with Buddhist Temple Blessing

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Language: German, English
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Duration: from 4 hours to 8 hours
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  • Get an insight into local life with this varied Khao Lak highlights tour
  • Receive blessings from Buddhist monks at a colourful local temple
  • Learn about elephant conservation at a sanctuary and feed the gentle giants
  • Learn the basics of Thai boxing and visit a Turtle Conservation Centre
  • Expert local guide with unrivalled knowledge of Khao Lak and its culture
What to expect

Taking a closer look at Khao Lak local life rewards you with a deeper cultural understanding on this varied tour. You'll meet the locals, learn a little Thai boxing and be blessed by Buddhist monks. Then swap culture for nature with lunch at the beach and a visit to a turtle rescue centre. Malee, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘You'll have some fun getting to grips with Thai Boxing moves, but the original purpose of Muay Thai was not about fun. It began centuries ago when the army developed battlefield tactics for unarmed combat. These ancient combat techniques eventually evolved into the popular sport we know today.'

It's all about getting to know Thailand's authentic side on this tour. First, we'll stop by the local school to see how Thai children go about their morning routine. Next, it's on to a temple to offer the Buddhist monks a small donation in exchange for good karma and a sacred bracelet. There's time for a look around the colourful temple to take some photos, too.

After the calm of the temple we'll raise the tempo and have a go at the high-flying kicks and powerful punches of Muay Thai boxing at a gym. After all that action you'll be ready for a typical Thai lunch at Sai Rung Waterfall's restaurant. You'll have some time to reflect at the Tsunami Memorial, before an extra-special treat – a chance to learn about, care and feed the elephants at a nearby seaside sanctuary. You'll round off your day with a visit to the turtle rescue and rehabilitation centre to find out about their work.

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What to remember
  • This tour requires a minimum of 6 guests in order to run
  • The local school has two breaks each year: a school break from early October to early November, and summer holidays from early April to mid-May. We cannot visit the school during these periods, so it will be substituted
  • Not suitable for guests with reduced mobility
  • Bring bathing gear and sunblock
  • Dress appropriately – no shoulders or knees showing – when visiting religious buildings
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TUI DESTINATION EXPERIENCES (THAILAND) LTD.
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