Krabi small group tour: Tiger Cave Temple & Reclining Buddha

Buddhist monks still live in caves inside Tiger Cave Temple, reached by climbing through a ring of thousand-year-old trees.

A small group tour of Krabi covering four main stops: Wat Tham Sua (Tiger Cave Temple) with a hike through the rainforest interior, Wat Sai Thai to see the over-150-year-old Reclining Buddha, Khao Kanap Nam mountain landmark in Krabi town, and Hat Noppharat Thara Marine National Park. The tour runs six hours from morning hotel pickup, includes an English-speaking guide, air-conditioned transport, entry fees and drinking water.

Step-by-step itinerary

Krabi sightseeing and temple visits

• Pick up from hotel
• Visit marine national park and coastline
• See Reclining Buddha at Wat Sai Thai
• Visit Tiger Cave Temple and hike rainforest
• Explore Krabi city and Khao Khanap Nam mountain
• Shopping at Krabi local market
• Return to hotel

The experience

The tour starts with a drive through the Andaman coastline, stopping on the Romantic Road for photos of the limestone formations before arriving at Wat Sai Thai to see the Reclining Buddha. From there you head to Wat Tham Sua, where the real hiking begins: concrete steps lead up and down through a ring of tree-covered cliffs to the central valley, where you walk among rainforest and spot a thousand-year-old tree. The monks who live in the small huts and caves scattered through the interior still practice meditation there, making it a working monastery rather than a tourist-only site.

After the temple, the route takes you into Krabi town to see Khao Kanap Nam, the limestone mountain symbol of the city, with views of the mangrove forest along the Krabi River. There's time for shopping at the local market before the drive back to your hotel. The whole day runs about six hours, with the guide handling the route and timing so you move between the four stops without arranging transport yourself.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off at selected hotels.
• English-speaking guide.
• air-conditioned vehicle.
• entry fees to Wat Tham Sua and Wat Sai Thai.
• drinking water.
• travel insurance.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:00

Book up to10h before

AgesAdult (8 to 65 years) · Child (2 to 7 years) · Infant (under 2): free

GroupUp to 15

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.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 10 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Sightseeing Phuket

Is this one for you?The small group format keeps the pace steady across four stops without the rush of a larger tour, and the fixed morning start means you're back by early afternoon to explore Krabi town on your own or rest before evening plans.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (2 to 7 years); Infant (under 2): 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 is the hike like at Tiger Cave Temple?

The hike at Wat Tham Sua uses well-made concrete steps to climb up and down through the ring of cliffs to the central valley, where you walk through rainforest. It's a short climb, and the tour notes it suits all physical fitness levels.

How old is the Reclining Buddha we'll see?

The Reclining Buddha at Wat Sai Thai is over 150 years old. It's the first major stop after the drive along the Andaman coast.

Does the tour include entry fees to the temples?

Yes, admission fees are included in the tour price, along with the guide, transport and drinking water.

What time does the tour start and end?

Hotel pickup starts at 8:30 am, and you return to your hotel by 2 pm, making it a six-hour tour.

Is the guide English-speaking?

Yes, the tour includes a live English-speaking guide throughout the day.