Staying on raft houses at the lake

There are over a dozen different floating bungalow operations dotted around Cheow Larn Lake. According to the policies of Khao Sok National Park, licenses to own and operate these bungalows are regulated. Licenses are only issued to descendants of the original families from Cheow Larn village or National Park officials. The floating bungalows vary in price and levels of comfort, but all provide a unique opportunity to sleep in the quiet wilderness and wake up to gorgeous views. Kayaks can be rented from most bungalows for self-exploration of the waterways. Bookings for the floating bungalows can be made via tour offices once you arrive in Khao Sok.

Tone Toey floating bungalows at Cheow Larn Lake, Khao Sok

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Ratchaprapa Dam and Cheow Larn Lake

Sitting in the heart of Khao Sok National Park, magnificent Cheow Larn Lake is one of the most beautiful locations in Thailand. Ringed by jungle-clad mountains and with vertiginous limestone karsts and submerged trees breaking the surface of the water, it’s a spectacular place to visit. Almost amazing as the scenery is the fact that this massive lake in southern Thailand didn’t exist prior to the 1980s.Cheow Larn Lake was created following the construction of Ratchaprapa Dam in 1982. The hydroelectric dam was built to provide electricity for Surat Thani and other parts of southern Thailand. As part of the wider Cheow Larn project, the dam and reservoir were constructed for flood control, irrigation and fishing.With the lake around 30 kilometres long and the basin area covering 165 square kilometres, it took almost a year to flood the valley and the rainforest which occupied the land here. Some villagers had to be resettled and in addition to receiving financial compensation and land, alternative farming programs were set up to enable them to maintain their livelihoods. Ratchaprapa Dam was formally opened by the King of Thailand in 1987.

Wildlife and plant life

The Cheow Larn Lake area is home to a diverse range of wildlife and plant life which thrives amidst the islands, submerged trees, caves, mountains and dense jungle. With much of the land around the lake inaccessible and designated as wildlife sanctuaries, the protected habitat supports many species of birds and fish as well larger animals including elephants and wild cats. The Cheow Larn Lake area is also home to a vast array of plants including the famous Rafflesia, one of the largest flowers in the world.

Cheow Larn Lake, Khao Sok Ratchaprapa Dam and Cheow Larn Lake, Khao Sok

YoLo Bar & Bistro

Category: Restaurants
Food: Thai food
Address: 712/7 Khao Phang, Ban Ta Khun, Surat Thani 84230
Phone: 094-5926466
Website: https://www.facebook.com/YoLo-BarBistro-801704223301668/?pnref=story
712/7 Khao Phang, Ban Khao, Surat Thani 84230
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open everyday
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2 storey commercial building before the intersection at 500 meters to the Ratchapra dam. Near Pa Phut Associated with Chiao Lan Discovery Co., Ltd.
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Guilin
Category: Restaurants
Food: Thai food
Address: 53/3 T. Khao Pang, Ban Ta Khun, Surat Thani 84230
Phone: 089 - 0002494, 094 - 5926466
Website: https://web.facebook.com/Guilinthailand/
Within the Ratchaphruek Dam.
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Opening / Closing Time:
open everyday
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In the Ratchadapisek Dam will pass through the fortress. I will pass through the blue building. Through the dam market Drive straight to the junction and turn right at the hill. Turn right, turn right, drive straight ahead, turn right, there will be a large car park.
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Price per person: 100-200 Baht

Khraw Khun Lek
Category: Restaurants
Food: Thai food
Address: 36/1 Khao Phun, Ban Ta Khun, Surat Thani 84230
Phone: 0812714578, 077310961
Cozy There are several zones in the Ratchapra dam along the canal.
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Opening / Closing Time:
Open daily at 07.30 - 22.00 hrs.
Recommended Menu :
Fried Eggplant, Shrimp Mushroom Salad, Kang Shrimp Soup, Ruby Fish Sauce, Mullet Cucumber
travel :
From Surat Thani Go to the district. Before reaching Ban Khun market, turn right at Chao Lan Dam about 11 km to reach the guard of the dam. Go straight for about 2 km, you will reach the junction left to the kitchen you just 50 meters into the kitchen.

Phutawanrafthouse

Phupuwan is another raft with a simple atmosphere. With pure nature Emerald green I can not wait to jump to the water. Each of the rooms is decorated with clear glass.

Phone: 081- 6069007, 086 - 2819655, 094 - 8609553, 061-7635777, 077 - 380958

500 Rai

Raft 500 rai is located within the Ratchaphruek Dam. One of the most beautiful and natural in Thailand is called. Phone: 077-953013 (8.30 -17.00)

Keeree Warin

The Kiri Warin Residence Floating in the mountains and mist. Inside Ratchadapisek Dam Or Chao Lan Dam Phone: 089 - 6499289

How to get to Ratchaprapa Dam and Cheow Larn Lake

The access point to the lake and dam is in the Ban Ta Khun district of Surat Thani province. If travelling independently, Ratchaprapa Dam is clearly signposted in Thai and English when you reach the town of Ban Ta Khun on route 401. From there follow the signs to the dam which is approximately 15 km away. You’ll pass through a checkpoint as you approach the dam and you’ll also need to pay the National Park fee (300 Baht for adults, 150 Baht for children) at a separate booth before you can go on any of the longtail boats on the lake.

1. Follow the rules of the park. Strictly defined.

2. Maintain the natural state to maintain the most natural beauty.

3. Respect the rights of others to access the natural environment together.

4. Do not ring It will interfere with other people or disturb the livelihood of wildlife.

5. Nature trails should follow a designated path. Should not walk out the path permanently. It may be overrun with plants or animals.

6. It is forbidden to collect or remove or to act in any way that would harm the condition of rocks, vegetation and wildlife within the park.

7. Do not bring pets into the park. It may be spreading the disease in nature or vice versa. It may be infected by the wildlife inside.

Opening day: Monday - Sunday

Opening Hours: 09.00 - 16.00

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Highway 401 Tambon Khao Khun Amphoe Ban Ta Khun Surat Thani

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