Are there elephants in Khao Sok National Park?

All Elephants at the Sanctuary are retired and rescued individuals from the logging and entertainment industries, who now spend their well-deserved retirement at the extensive grounds of the Elephant Sanctuary. Our Jungle Camp in Khao Sok follows a strict No Riding Policy!

Are there tigers in Khao Sok?

There have been tigers in Khao Sok, there may still be a smaller population deep inside the inaccessible areas, but no one has seen one in the park for decades, not even camera trapped. Most advertising about wildlife watching should be taken with a pinch of salt.

Are there crocodiles in Khao Sok?

Nope, none of this!

Can you swim in Khao Sok park?

Activities at Khao Sok National Park Trails lead to fantastic caves, swimming holes, and waterfalls. There are several shorter jungle hikes you can do by yourself, or with younger children.

Are there any ethical elephant sanctuaries in Thailand?

Samui Elephant Haven – One of the first ethical sanctuaries on Koh Samui, offering observation and feeding. Mahouts Elephant Foundation – Offers camping trips to observe and walk alongside rescued elephants, who roam freely in the forest.

Are there leeches in Thailand?

Trignathous haemadipsids, main- ly Haemadipsa, are commonly found in South East Asia. However, there are only a few studies regarding the biodiversity and biology of land leeches in Thailand. Despite their high abundance and widespread distribution throughout the country, until recently only two species, H.

Are there snakes in Khao Lak?

Over the time that I have been exploring the lesser known areas of Khao Lak, I have come across wild snakes on several occasions. The main thing to remember is to be aware that they are there. Keep your eyes open and try not to disturb them.

What is Khao Sok National Park known for?

Stretching across 280 square miles, this massive park encompasses some of the oldest rainforests found in the world. Khao Sok is home to hundreds of species of wildlife, including gibbon and macaque monkeys, Asian elephants, leopards, and over 300 species of birds including the great hornbill bird.

Is Khao Sok worth visiting?

Yes! Khao Sok National Park is one of the most beautiful destinations in Thailand. Because of the 2 day tour where you go deep into the ancient jungle and where you have the opportunity to stay in a unique location, this park is great to visit.

How was Khao Sok formed?

Natural History This area is estimated to be over 160 million years old, built through tectonic movements, climate changes, erosions and sediment accumulations. Approximately 300 million years ago, shallow water and warm temperatures in this region led to the creation of a huge coral reef.

Does riding an elephant hurt them?

You might see many articles that say riding elephants does not hurt the elephants. However, this is false. Many of the riding elephants we have rescued have spine problems and terrible wounds on their backs from carrying heavy loads.