Kayaking Ko Lanta mangrove forest with lunch: Includes local fish farm visit

Paddle through mangrove channels, visit a working fish farm, eat lunch in the forest

Kayak through the protected mangrove forest of Tung Yee Peng village on Ko Lanta with a local English-speaking guide, life jacket, lunch and round-trip transfer included. You paddle the kayak yourself through narrow channels lined with trees, stop at a local fish farm to see how fishermen raise and harvest, and eat a meal at a mangrove restaurant with fresh seasonal fruit and soft drinks.

Step-by-step itinerary

Kayaking and local village exploration

• Kayak through mangrove forest
• Observe wildlife and aquatic animals
• Visit local fish farm
• Learn about fishermen's lifestyle
• Enjoy lunch at mangrove restaurant
• Relax in peaceful village atmosphere

The experience

The mangrove forest at Tung Yee Peng is a protected habitat full of aquatic life: shrimp, shellfish, crabs, climbing perch and birds move through the shade and shallow water. You operate the kayak yourself, paddling through the serene channels surrounded by the trees and the quiet. A local guide leads the way and points out the wildlife and the working landscape. The life jacket is provided.

The route includes a stop at a local fish farm where you see how fishermen raise and harvest fish in the traditional way, then you paddle to a mangrove restaurant for lunch. The meal features fresh seasonal fruits and cold soft drinks. The whole outing lasts about three hours and includes round-trip transfer from your hotel, so the morning or afternoon slot fits easily into the rest of your day on the island.

What’s included

• Round-trip transfer from your hotel.
• local guide in English.
• kayak and life jacket.
• lunch at a mangrove restaurant.
• seasonal fresh fruits.
• cold soft drinks.
• activity insurance.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:00, 13:30 and 14:00

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (11 and older) · Child (3 to 10 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 12

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 1.21

Prices and times updated 11 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Diamond Cave Tour

Is this one for you?Three hours leaves room for another activity or a meal elsewhere on Ko Lanta the same day. The guide and the fixed route mean you don't navigate on your own, so paddling experience isn't required.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 10 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What animals will I see while kayaking through the mangrove forest?

The mangrove forest is home to birds, climbing perch, fiddler crabs, shrimp and shellfish. The guide will point out the wildlife as you paddle through the channels.

Do I need to bring my own kayak or paddling experience?

No. The kayak, life jacket and all paddling equipment are provided. The guide leads the route and the activity suits all fitness levels.

Is lunch included, and what will I eat?

Yes, lunch is included at a mangrove restaurant along the route. The meal features fresh seasonal fruits and cold soft drinks.

How does the fish farm visit work?

You stop at a local fish farm as part of the kayaking route and learn how fishermen raise and harvest fish using traditional methods in the mangrove waters.

What's included in the price besides the kayaking?

Round-trip hotel transfer, a local English-speaking guide, life jacket, lunch, insurance and soft drinks are all included.