Krabi jungle tour: Emerald Pool, Hot Springs & Tiger Cave Temple

Three natural wonders in one day, with a guide who knows the jungle and a driver handling the route.

A full-day jungle tour in Krabi that takes you to three distinct stops: the Emerald Pool for swimming in mineral-clear water, the Hot Spring Waterfall where natural hot water (40–50°C) soothes tired muscles, and Tiger Cave Temple, where 1,200 sacred steps lead to panoramic views and hidden caves. The tour includes an experienced guide in English or Thai, lunch, drinking water and seasonal fruit, plus round-trip hotel pickup from Krabi Town or Ao Nang. Tour times may shift by up to an hour due to weather and traffic. National Park entry fees (600 THB per adult, 300 THB per child) and Tiger Cave Temple entry (50 THB per person) are payable on arrival. Extra pickup fees apply for Tub Kaek (200 THB per person) and Klong Muang (100 THB per person).

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Emerald Pool1h · entry included
2. Tiger Cave Temple2h

Jungle adventure and temple visit

• Swim in the Emerald Pool
• Relax in Hot Spring Waterfall
• Visit Tiger Cave Temple
• Climb 1,200 sacred steps
• Explore hidden caves

The experience

What makes this tour work is that it stacks three different kinds of stops (water, heat and height), so the day doesn't repeat itself. You start at the Hot Spring Waterfall, where mineral-rich water naturally heated to 40–50°C sits in a jungle clearing. The guide explains what makes the water warm and what minerals are in it. Then you move to the Emerald Pool, where the water is cold and clear enough that you can see the bottom, and the pool sits in a valley surrounded by jungle walls. The contrast between the two is the point: one relaxes, one refreshes.

Tiger Cave Temple is the physical centerpiece. You climb 1,200 steps (not all at once, and the guide sets the pace) to reach caves and a viewpoint where you can see across the landscape. The temple is active, so you'll see monks and local visitors, and the guide will tell you what the caves mean and why people come here. Monkeys live on the temple grounds and are curious about loose items like phones, sunglasses and bags, so the operator warns you to keep those close. The steps are steep and the climb takes sustained effort, but the guide is there and the pace is yours.

Hotel pickup and drop-off from Krabi Town or Ao Nang is included, which means you don't arrange a separate transfer or negotiate a taxi price. The tour runs 7 to 8 hours total. Lunch is included, along with drinking water and seasonal fruit. The guide speaks English or Thai and is there to answer questions about what you're seeing, not to rush you through it. Children from age 3 onward can join, though the 1,200 steps mean families with very young children should think about whether the climb works for them.

What’s included

• An experienced guide who speaks English or Thai.
• accident insurance and a first aid kit.
• lunch, drinking water and seasonal fruit.
• round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off from Krabi Town and Ao Nang.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:30

Book up to10h before

AgesAdult (12 to 80 years) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Under 3: can't be booked

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish and Thai

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.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.

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Good to know

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

Operated by Siam Scape Journeys

Is this one for you?Choose this tour if you're comfortable with sustained climbing (the 1,200 steps to Tiger Cave Temple is the main physical demand), and want three natural sites covered in one day with hotel pickup included.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Thai.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 11 years). Children under 3 can't be included in the booking.

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.

How difficult is the climb to Tiger Cave Temple?

Tiger Cave Temple involves ascending 1,200 sacred steps, which is sustained climbing with steep sections. The guide sets the pace and you control how fast you go, but it requires steady effort and is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health. The views and caves at the top are the reward for the climb.

What's the water like at Emerald Pool and the Hot Spring Waterfall?

Emerald Pool holds crystal-clear, cold water where you can see the bottom and swim freely surrounded by jungle. The Hot Spring Waterfall is a natural pool of mineral-rich water heated to 40–50°C by underground heat, so it feels like a warm bath and is meant for soaking and relaxing rather than swimming laps.

Is lunch included, and what about drinking water?

Yes, the tour includes a lunch, drinking water throughout the day, and seasonal fruit. You don't need to bring your own food or worry about finding a restaurant during the tour.

What do I need to pay extra on the day of the tour?

National Park entry fees are 600 THB per adult and 300 THB per child, payable when you arrive. Tiger Cave Temple entry is 50 THB per person. If your hotel is in Tub Kaek, add 200 THB per person for pickup. If it's in Klong Muang, add 100 THB per person. These are not included in the tour price.

What time does the tour start and end?

The tour runs 7 to 8 hours total and includes round-trip hotel pickup from Krabi Town or Ao Nang. Exact start times may shift by up to an hour earlier or later depending on weather and traffic, so confirm the pickup time when you book.