Tambon Khao Phang Trip Overview
Rajjaprabha Dam (RTGS: Ratchaprapha) or Cheow Lan Dam is a multi-purpose dam in Ban Cheow Lan, Tambon Khao Phang, Ban Ta Khun District, Surat Thani Province. The dam purpose is to generate electricity, irrigation, flood control, and fishing. Construction started on 9 February 1982. It was inaugurated on 30 September 1987.
King Bhumibol Adulyadej gave the dam the name “Rajjaprabha”, meaning ‘light of the kingdom’ The surrounding scenery of the dam and reservoir are beautiful and peaceful. Suitable for vacationing. Ratchaprapa Dam attracts over 70,000 tourists a year.
The reservoir area has beautiful views. It comprises many limestone peaks that emerge from the water. Ratchaprapa Dam received the nickname “Guilin of Thailand” where almost all water areas In charge of Khao Sok National Park.
Additional Info
Duration: 2 days
Starts: Tambon Khao Phang, Thailand
Trip Category: Outdoor Activities >> Nature & Wildlife
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Rajjaprabha Dam (RTGS: Ratchaprapha) or Cheow Lan Dam is a multi-purpose dam in Ban Cheow Lan, Tambon Khao Phang, Ban Ta Khun District, Surat Thani Province. The dam purpose is to generate electricity, irrigation, flood control, and fishing. Construction started on 9 February 1982. It was inaugurated on 30 September 1987.
King Bhumibol Adulyadej gave the dam the name “Rajjaprabha”, meaning ‘light of the kingdom’ The surrounding scenery of the dam and reservoir are beautiful and peaceful. Suitable for vacationing. Ratchaprapa Dam attracts over 70,000 tourists a year.
The reservoir area has beautiful views. It comprises many limestone peaks that emerge from the water. Ratchaprapa Dam received the nickname “Guilin of Thailand” where almost all water areas In charge of Khao Sok National Park.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival – Amazing Cheow Larn Lake
Stop At: Cheow Lan Dam (Ratchaprapa Dam), Khao Sok National Park Khao Pang Subdistrict, Ban Ta Khun 46820 Thailand
Pick up from a hotel or pick up point to Cheow Larn Lake where we will visit a viewpoint for photos opportunity.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Cheow Lan Lake, Khao Phang, Ban Ta Khun District, Surat Thani 84230, Thailand
Depart on a longtail boat to Cheow Larn Lake’s highlight – the Khao Sam Kler limestone mountain.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Cheow Lan Dam (Ratchaprapa Dam), Khao Sok National Park Khao Pang Subdistrict, Ban Ta Khun 46820 Thailand
Enjoy Lunch at the Cheow Larn Lake floating restaurant
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Khao Sok National Park, Khao Sok National Park, Surat Thani Province
Enjoy a nice walk through the jungle. Then hop on a bamboo raft at a hidden lagoon. Next, take an exciting cave exploration through Coral Cave.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Cheow Lan Dam (Ratchaprapa Dam), Khao Sok National Park Khao Pang Subdistrict, Ban Ta Khun 46820 Thailand
Relaxing, swimming or self-paddle kayaking on the emerald lake.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Cheow Lan Dam (Ratchaprapa Dam), Khao Sok National Park Khao Pang Subdistrict, Ban Ta Khun 46820 Thailand
Enjoy dinner and relaxing at the Cheow Larn Lake floating restaurant.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Accommodation at Cheow Larn Lake
Day 2: Amazing Cheow Larn Lake – Departure
Stop At: Cheow Lan Dam (Ratchaprapa Dam), Khao Sok National Park Khao Pang Subdistrict, Ban Ta Khun 46820 Thailand
Breakfast at the Cheow Larn floating restaurant
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Cheow Lan Lake, Khao Phang, Ban Ta Khun District, Surat Thani 84230, Thailand
Relax, swim or self-paddle kayaking on the emerald lake.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Cheow Lan Dam (Ratchaprapa Dam), Khao Sok National Park Khao Pang Subdistrict, Ban Ta Khun 46820 Thailand
Check out and transfer to your hotel, airport or pickup point.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.