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Top 9 nature & wildlife things to do in Ko Lanta

Wildlife, forests, gardens, and the green pockets of Ko Lanta that make it bearable in monsoon and beautiful by November. Day trips and short drives where the landscape is the point.

  1. Ko Lanta Mangrove Boat Trip With Lunch and Lanta Old Town, Ko Lanta1

    1. Ko Lanta Mangrove Boat Trip With Lunch and Lanta Old Town

    · 4 hours

    Discover the peaceful island of Koh Lanta, known for its rich history and traditional mangrove villages. Begin your journey with a walk through the nature of Tung Yee Peng Village, where the simple life of fishermen is beautifully preserved. Stroll through the mangrove forest, home to a variety of aquatic animals, colorful sea crabs, climbing perch, and monkeys. This eco-friendly tour is suitable for children, seniors, and families, offering a safe and relaxing experience. Next, embark on a boat trip through the mangrove forest, a perfect opportunity to explore, learn, and appreciate the Koh Lanta natural beauty. Enjoy drinks, fruits, and a delicious lunch at a waterfront restaurant, surrounded by the serene mangrove forest. Enjoy a one-hour stroll through Old Lanta Island, buy souvenirs, and then be dropped off back at your hotel.

  2. Koh Ma One Day Snorkeling and Kayaking, Ko Lanta2

    2. Koh Ma One Day Snorkeling and Kayaking

    5.0· 2 reviews· 8 hours

    Enjoy a unique full-day adventure that blends the best of sea and nature. Snorkel at two vibrant coral reef spots around Koh Ma, giving you more time to explore colorful marine life than most tours offer. After a scenic ride back to Koh Lanta, switch gears and discover the peaceful Thung Yee Peng mangrove forest, where kayaking is included. Paddle through calm waterways surrounded by lush greenery and spot wildlife like birds, monkeys, and mangrove crabs. With a delicious Thai lunch, friendly local guides, and hotel pickup and drop-off, this tour is designed to be fun, smooth, and memorable from start to finish.

  3. Half Day Lanta Thai Cookery School From Koh Lanta, Ko Lanta3

    3. Half Day Lanta Thai Cookery School From Koh Lanta

    4.9· 16 reviews· 4 hours

    You will learn how to cook authentic Thai cuisine from a Thai chef with long experience from restaurants and are widely renowned for their good cooking. As well, they get very good reviews for teaching Thai cooking. Also, they have very good knowledge of spices, herbs, and other plants from the garden. You learn by a practical, hands-on approach to cook and to impress your friends back home, with green Thai curry, fragrant soups, or stir-fried chicken with cashew nuts and many more dishes!! • Learn how to make Thai 4 dishes from a local Thai chef and dine on your creations after the class. • Classes are available in both the morning and afternoon, with different dishes taught each day. So, you're free to choose a time and menu that works for you. • Enjoy the convenience of pick-up and drop-off direct from your hotel. • Discover all the secrets to cooking delicious and authentic Thai food with this fun cooking class.

  1. Lanta Thai Cookery School, Ko Lanta4

    4. Lanta Thai Cookery School

    4.9· 175 reviews· 4 hours

    Learn to cook your favourite Thai dishes with Lanta Thai Cookery School set in a tropical garden in a spacious teakwood house. Experience the exotic herbs and spices that makes Thai cuisine so unique in the world of culinary delights.

  2. Cooking Experience at Lanta Thai Cookery School From Koh Lanta, Ko Lanta5

    5. Cooking Experience at Lanta Thai Cookery School From Koh Lanta

    4.7· 15 reviews· 4 hours

    First-hand experience in Thai culture and cooking that you cannot miss. Cooking in a unique traditionally built teak house and join the local way of living at Lanta Thai Cookery School, situated in the heart of a lush rubber plantation. We grow their own vegetables and herbs here in our garden. We plan to share the love of cooking Thai food with Thai food lovers through fun and delicious Thai cooking courses in our open-plan kitchen under the instruction of a local chef. • Learn how to cook 4 out of 10 dishes together. Individual choice of Chicken, Beef, Seafood, or Vegetarian. • Visit the garden to see herbs, spices & vegetables and discover the essential ingredients in Thai cuisine. • Enjoy the food you have created, just the perfect thing, when you want a break from the beach! • Receive a certificate after your class and free transportation to and from your hotel.

  3. Koh Lanta Mangrove and Monkey Point Longtail Boat Tour, Ko Lanta6

    6. Koh Lanta Mangrove and Monkey Point Longtail Boat Tour

    4.7· 3 reviews· 4 hours

    Explore the serene beauty of Koh Lanta’s east coast with the Tung Yee Peng Mangrove Forest Tour by Longtail Boat. Discover lush mangrove ecosystems teeming with wildlife from colorful birds and playful monkeys to mudskippers and fiddler crabs. Glide through peaceful waterways by traditional longtail boat, visit a local fish farm, and savor fresh seasonal fruits at a charming mangrove restaurant. Stop by Monkey Point to watch monkeys swim and dive in their natural habitat, adding excitement to your journey. Ideal for families, couples, and nature lovers, this eco-friendly adventure offers a perfect mix of relaxation, wildlife encounters, and cultural discovery. Reconnect with nature and create lasting memories on this unforgettable escape into Koh Lanta’s hidden paradise.

  4. Mangrove Tour by Kayaking in Ko Lanta With Lunch, Ko Lanta7

    7. Mangrove Tour by Kayaking in Ko Lanta With Lunch

    4.4· 34 reviews· 3 hours

    Experience the tranquility of Koh Lanta with a kayaking adventure through the mangrove forest of Tung Yee Peng village. Paddle through the serene waters, surrounded by lush greenery and a rich variety of wildlife, including birds, climbing perch, fiddler crabs, and more. Visit a local fish farm and learn about the traditional way of life of the fishermen. Enjoy a delicious lunch at a mangrove restaurant, featuring fresh seasonal fruits and cold soft drinks. Immerse yourself in the peaceful atmosphere of this community-oriented village, where you can relax and unwind in nature. This eco-friendly activity is perfect for those looking to explore the natural beauty of Koh Lanta while supporting local communities.

  5. Half day 3 island, Kayaking (Talabeng Sea Cave), Ko Lanta8

    8. Half day 3 island, Kayaking (Talabeng Sea Cave)

    4.1· 29 reviews· 4 hours

    This is a kayaking tour with a difference. This trip takes you from Lanta to the beautiful islands. The tour starts with a pick up from your hotel at 8 am or 13pm. You will be transferred to Tungyeepeng Pier (on Lanta’s northeast coast) where we board the longtail boat and head to Ko Aung. Enjoy floating by kayak into the Mangrove Forest of Tungyeepeng. This is a beautiful spot for exploration, monkey feeding, unique lizard and colourful bird watching.  We then continue to Koh Aung Island to explore Koh Talabeng sea cave by kayak, after which, we end our exploration and head back toward Tungyeepeng Pier.

  6. Half day Mangrove by Kayaking or Longtail boat from Koh Lanta, Ko Lanta9

    9. Half day Mangrove by Kayaking or Longtail boat from Koh Lanta

    4.1· 59 reviews· 3 hours

    This tour is an eco-tourism that conserves the nature of the mangrove forest. Including being another good place for ozone. Which you may not have seen in other places before, such as mangrove forests and mangrove trees that grow into large forests that are still fertile by nature. You will be able to see the lives of many animals in this forest such as hawks, crabs, fish, including mudskippers and large groups of monkeys that live in this forest.

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