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Khao Sok (เขาสก)

Khao Sok (เขาสก) in Surat Thani Province, Golfo Meridionale e Costa Reale (Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, Koh Tao, Hua Hin, Khao Sok) (110 m above sea level, transit hub: Surat Thani (Phunphin SRT Station) & Donsak Ferry Pier (80 km)): Cheow Lan Lake (Ratchaprapha Dam) Floating Raft Houses & Guilin Karsts, local street food & night markets, and SRT sleeper / ferry access in ฿ THB.

: Golfo Meridionale e Costa Reale (Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, Koh Tao, Hua Hin, Khao Sok) (หมู่เกาะอ่าวไทยตอนใต้และชายฝั่งตะวันตก) Province (Changwat): Surat Thani Population: 14,500 Elevation: 110 m above sea level Rail / Ferry Hub: Surat Thani (Phunphin SRT Station) & Donsak Ferry Pier (80 km) Coordinates: 8.9147°N, 98.5303°E

Overview of Khao Sok (เขาสก)

Visiting Khao Sok (เขาสก) in Surat Thani Province (Golfo Meridionale e Costa Reale (Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, Koh Tao, Hua Hin, Khao Sok)) brings travellers to Cheow Lan Lake (Ratchaprapha Dam) Floating Raft Houses & Guilin Karsts, with rail, ferry, or road access via Surat Thani (Phunphin SRT Station) & Donsak Ferry Pier (80 km) (elevation 110 m above sea level, population 14,500). Visitors explore its Buddhist temples (Wat), morning fresh markets, evening street-food stalls, and regional Golfo Meridionale e Costa Reale (Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, Koh Tao, Hua Hin, Khao Sok) cuisine.

Key Local Landmarks in Khao Sok: Cheow Lan Lake (Ratchaprapha Dam) Floating Raft Houses & Guilin Karsts · 160-Million-Year-Old Rainforest & Rafflesia (Bua Phut) Trails · Sok River Bamboo Rafting & Night Jungle Safaris.

Quarters, Tambon & Market Areas: Khlong Sok Rainforest Village · Ratchaprapha Pier & Cheow Lan Lake.

Getting to Khao Sok & SRT / Ferry / Songthaew Transit

Lomprayah high-speed catamarans linking Chumphon, Koh Tao, Koh Phangan, Koh Samui, and Donsak Pier (Surat Thani), plus SRT Southern sleeper trains (#31/#32, #85/#86) via Hua Hin, Chumphon, and Surat Thani. Because Khao Sok is a Thai district (14,500 residents) in Surat Thani Province, travellers connect via Surat Thani (Phunphin SRT Station) & Donsak Ferry Pier (80 km) and complete the journey by air-conditioned minivan, regional songthaew, or island ferry.

What to See & Do Around Khao Sok

  • Cheow Lan Lake (Ratchaprapha Dam) Floating Raft Houses & Guilin Karsts: Landmark and visitor highlight in Khao Sok (Surat Thani Province).
  • 160-Million-Year-Old Rainforest & Rafflesia (Bua Phut) Trails: Landmark and visitor highlight in Khao Sok (Surat Thani Province).
  • Sok River Bamboo Rafting & Night Jungle Safaris: Landmark and visitor highlight in Khao Sok (Surat Thani Province).
  • Khao Sok Central Temple (Wat) & Night Market: Visit the main Buddhist monastery in the morning (shoulders and knees covered) and browse evening street-food stalls.
  • National Parks, Waterways & Scenic Viewpoints (Surat Thani): Explore nearby waterfalls, coastal viewpoints, or riverside markets around Khao Sok.
  • Regional Day Trips in Golfo Meridionale e Costa Reale (Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, Koh Tao, Hua Hin, Khao Sok): Pair a visit to Khao Sok with nearby highlights across Golfo Meridionale e Costa Reale (Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, Koh Tao, Hua Hin, Khao Sok): Koh Samui & Ang Thong Marine Park, Koh Phangan (Bottle Beach & Haad Rin), Koh Tao Coral Reefs, Khao Sok Cheow Lan Lake, Hua Hin Royal Coast, and Phraya Nakhon Cave..

What to Eat in Khao Sok — Southern Gulf Coast & Islands Street Food & Local Specialties in Khao Sok

Khao Sok shares the culinary traditions of Golfo Meridionale e Costa Reale (Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, Koh Tao, Hua Hin, Khao Sok) (Gaeng Som Pla — Southern Sour Turmeric Fish Curry (แกงส้มใต้ / แกงเหลือง) (฿150–฿280)). Look for these signature dishes, beverages, and night-market dining customs when visiting Khao Sok:

  • Gaeng Som Pla — Southern Sour Turmeric Fish Curry (แกงส้มใต้ / แกงเหลือง) (฿150–฿280) — Bright golden fresh-turmeric, tamarind, and bird's-eye chili broth cooked with Gulf sea bass and crisp bamboo shoots.
  • Khao Yam Pak Tai — Southern Herb Rice Salad (ข้าวยำปักษ์ใต้) (฿60–฿110) — Butterfly-pea blue jasmine rice tossed with toasted coconut, lemongrass, pomelo, kaffir lime leaves, and sweet fermented fish dressing (Nam Budu).
  • Khua Kling Moo & Surat Thani Blue Swimming Crab (คั่วกลิ้งหมู / หอยนางรมสุราษฎร์) (฿120–฿240) — Dry-wok Southern turmeric-and-black-pepper minced pork alongside steamed Bandon Bay blue swimming crab with crispy shallots and chili paste.
  • Kalamae Koh Samui — Coconut Caramel Toffee (กะละแมเกาะสมุย) (฿60–฿120) — Chewy Samui island coconut cream and palm sugar confection slow-stirred in brass woks.
  • Regional Drinks & Refreshments: Fresh Samui Young Coconut (฿40–฿70), Southern Cha Chak Pulled Tea & Butterfly-Pea Lime Cooler (Nam Anchan Manaw)
  • Local Street-Food & Night Market Tip: Visit the morning Talad Sod and evening street-food night market in central Khao Sok; carry ฿20–฿100 notes or scan PromptPay QR, and ask for 'Phed Noi' (mild spicy) or 'Waan Noi' (less sweet for iced tea).

Nearby Thai Cities, Islands & Districts from Khao Sok

Combine a stop in Khao Sok with these closest neighbouring Thai towns and districts across Surat Thani and Golfo Meridionale e Costa Reale (Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, Koh Tao, Hua Hin, Khao Sok):

Ko Klang17 km →Ko Pu18 km →Takua Pa20 km →Kapong21 km →Phanom22 km →

Best Time to Visit Khao Sok

Jan–Sep (Best Summer Islands May–Sep when Andaman has monsoon). Browse all destinations in Golfo Meridionale e Costa Reale (Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, Koh Tao, Hua Hin, Khao Sok) or search the full directory of 1,180 Thai cities, islands & districts.