Kayaking Ko Aung & Talabeng Sea Cave from Lanta

Paddle into a sea cave and a mangrove forest in one half-day

Kayak from Ko Aung into Talabeng Sea Cave and the Mangrove Forest of Tungyeepeng on a half-day trip from Lanta that includes hotel pickup, a longtail boat ride, a local English-speaking guide, life jacket and seasonal fruit. The itinerary may shift due to weather and sea conditions, and a full refund applies if the operator cancels.

Step-by-step itinerary

Kayaking tour of islands and sea cave

• Hotel pickup and transfer to pier
• Longtail boat trip around islands
• Kayak exploration of Talabeng Sea Cave
• Swim and relax on beach
• Visit Mangrove Forest and observe wildlife
• Return transfer to hotel

The experience

The kayak is your transport into two separate ecosystems. You start with hotel pickup at 8 am or 1 pm, then transfer to Tungyeepeng Pier on Lanta's northeast coast, where you board a longtail boat heading to Ko Aung. From there, you paddle by kayak into the Mangrove Forest of Tungyeepeng: a spot for watching wild monkeys, mudskippers and colourful birds in their habitat. The guide speaks English and Thai, so questions about what you're seeing get answered as you float through.

After the mangrove forest, the boat carries you to Talabeng Island, where you kayak into Talabeng Sea Cave. Once you've explored the cave, you can swim and rest on the beach before the return trip. The whole outing runs four hours from pickup to drop-off, with water and seasonal fruit provided, and you wear a life jacket throughout. The tour can shift its order or timing if weather or sea conditions change, and if the operator cancels due to weather, you get a full refund.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and return transfer to your accommodation on Lanta.
• longtail boat ride to Ko Aung and Talabeng Island.
• kayak and life jacket.
• local guide speaking English and Thai.
• bottled water.
• seasonal fruit.
• insurance.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:00 and 13:00

Book up to2h before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (4 to 11 years) · Infant (1 to 3 years): free

GroupUp to 25

Live guideEnglish and Chinese

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 1.21

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effort

Operated by Rainbow Lanta Travel & Tour

Is this one for you?Hotel pickup from Lanta means you don't need a car or your own transport to reach Tungyeepeng Pier. The operator handles the logistics, so you start paddling instead of driving.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Chinese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 11 years); Infant (1 to 3 years): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the Mangrove Forest of Tungyeepeng like to paddle through?

The Mangrove Forest is a natural habitat where you'll watch wild monkeys, mudskippers and colourful birds from your kayak. It's the first kayaking stop after leaving Ko Aung, and the guide will point out wildlife as you float through the trees.

Do I need to know how to kayak before I book?

No. The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels, and the guide handles the boat logistics. Children from age one are welcome as long as an adult accompanies them.

What time does the pickup happen, and where from?

Hotel pickup runs at either 8 am or 1 pm, depending on which departure you choose at checkout. You'll be collected from your accommodation on Lanta and transferred to Tungyeepeng Pier.

What happens if the weather turns bad?

The tour itinerary can shift due to weather and sea conditions, and the operator may reorder stops or adjust timing. If conditions are too rough to run the trip safely, the operator cancels and refunds you in full.

Is Talabeng Sea Cave safe to kayak into?

Talabeng Sea Cave is the main kayaking destination on the trip. You'll explore it by kayak after the mangrove forest, and the guide leads the way. A life jacket is provided and worn throughout.