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Natural Adventure

Thailand’s lush interior, so varied in its landscapes, beckons thrill seekers. Today, the kingdom is well-established as a soft-adventure destination and matches its topographical diversity with a wide range of travel options that allows you to take full advantage of the great outdoors. In addition, all tours, with TAT Licence, are guided by trained professionals to ensure your safety without lessening the excitement of the survivor-style experience, nor damaging the environment.

However you like to tour the wilds, whether energy driven or as a leisurely ride, the choice is yours. You can opt for mountain biking, white water rafting or kayaking to get your adrenaline pumping or go trekking on foot, elephant back riding or four-wheel drive to learn about the jungle. Whichever way you travel, come evening, you can relax by campfire under the star or sample the local hospitality by staying at their home.






Caves
Chiang Mai
  Borichinda Cave
Located in Doi Inthanon National Park, the cave has beautiful stalactites and stalagmites and a small stream inside. More details
Chiang Dao Cave
This well-known cave complex is about 10 km. long. The local legend that this cave was once the home of a hermit for a thousand years, adds more attraction to the cave. More details
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Chiang Rai
  Tham (cave) Pum, Tham Pla & Tham Phayanak
Aside from stalactites and stalagmites in these three caves, Tham Pla and Tham Phayanak also have streams and are meditation places.
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  Tham Pha Chom
This cave is a meditation place featuring beautiful stalactites and stalagmites. More details

Hua Hin
  Phraya Nakhon Cave
It features a pavilion built especially for King Rama V's visit in 1890. The cave is well-known for having been visited by three Chakri kings - Rama V, Rama VII and King Bhumibol. More details
  Kaeo Cave
The rock formations in this cave sparkle splendidly like crystal in the light.
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  Sai Cave
There are a lot of stalagmites and stalactites in this cave. More details
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Krabi
Tham Sua (Tiger Cave)
Its name is derived from the tiger paw prints on the stone floor inside the cave. Apart from being a meditation center, it is also a place of archaeological and historical interest. The Kuan-Im image enshrined here is known to be the most beautiful one in the south of Thailand. More details
Phra Nang Cave
It is famous for its wonderful stalactites and stalagmites. The steep cliffs around Au Nang have recently become a paradise for rock-climbers from all over the world. More details
  Tham Lot Nua & Tham Lot Tai
These two caves feature a lot of impressive stalactites and stalagmites. Tham Lot Nua is larger and has longer meandering passages, which are navigable only during low tide. More details
  Tham Phi Hua To
Tham Phi Hua To (Big-headed Ghost Cave) is part of a limestone hill which is surrounded by mangrove swamps. Besides stalactites formations, there are many prehistoric paintings on the wall portraying people and animals.
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  Tham Phet (Diamond Cave)
The stalactite formations of this cave will sparkle like diamond when the cave is lit by a lamp or spotlight. More details
  Khao Phueng Cave
Situated in Khao Phanom Bencha National Park, Khao Phueng Cave features beautiful stalactites and stalagmites. More details
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Pattaya
  Chakkraphong Cave
Houses a Buddha image, it has a chimney rising to the top of a mountain where one can overlook the scenery of Si Chang Island. More details

Phang-nga
Phung Chang Cave (Elephant Belly Cave)
Inside the cave there are stalagmites and stalactites and a brook flowing all year round. More details
  Rusisawan and Luk Suea Caves
Rusisawan Cave is in front of Luk Suea Cave. There are stalagmites and stalactites and meandering streams in these two connecting caves.
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  Tham Lot
It is a limestone grotto sculptured by weather and the sea water. The cave is large enough to allow two or three boats going through side by side.
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Tham Yai (Big Cave)
Located in the vicinity of Wat Suwan Khuha, its walls are decorated with earthenwares of various colours, sizes and designs. Inside the cave are stucco Buddha images and a splendid 15-metre-long reclining Buddha. More details
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