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Saichol Floating House

Cheow Lan Lake - Khao Sok National Park

Saichol Raft House Resort 1 of 5 accommodations at Cheow Lan Dam in Khlong Long. The distance of a guided cruise from the tourist pier to Saichol Raft House Resort is about 20 kilometers, and it takes 1 hour to travel, which is not too much time, not too little time. Until admiring various views, Both sides of the Cheow Lan Dam are not covered because this is Guilin, Thailand.

 

Various views are all strange, long mountain ranges. Plenty of steep limestone hills and many small islets are rising out of the water. amazing

The atmosphere and overall appearance of the scenery around the Saichol Raft House Resort are similar to other rafts. The raft will place the location of all accommodation rafts in a row identical to a C shape. Behind the raft, a high mountain and a massive limestone cliff are facing east. As for the front of the raft, if you look through the water far away, it will be a tall mountain.

The atmosphere in the morning will see a white mist floating back and forth alternately on the mountaintop, which can be seen from both the front and back of the raft. It has a very fascinating atmosphere and nature.


 

  • Fan  room

  • En-suite bathroom

  • checks out no later than 9:00 am.

  • Time to pay electricity 6.00 - 6.00 am hrs.

  • Some phone signals are at some points, and networks have AIS  signals.
     

Distances and Travel Times by Long-tail Boat fromCheow Lan Dam Municipal Pier

  • Distance: Approximately 15 km

  • Travel Time: About 45 minutes to 1 hour

Travel times may vary depending on weather conditions and water levels in the reservoir.

Room

Saichol Raft Houses at Ratchaprapa Dam (Cheow Lan Lake) offers over 30 rooms, divided into two main types:

Bungalow-style Raft Houses:

 

These rooms do not have private bathrooms but offer shared bathroom facilities. Each room can accommodate 2-3 guests and is painted in cream or light yellow. These bungalows are located in the southern zone of Saichol Raft Houses, with the shared bathrooms situated centrally within this zone.

 

The shared bathrooms are well-organized with separate sections for men and women​

Wooden Raft Houses::

 

These rooms feature private bathrooms and can accommodate 2-3 guests. This type is ideal for travelers seeking more privacy or for small families. Originally bamboo rafts, these wooden rafts have been renovated to provide modern comforts while maintaining an environmentally friendly focus.

 

These raft houses allow guests to fully immerse themselves in the natural beauty of Ratchaprapa Dam

Both types of accommodations are surrounded by the serene and stunning nature of Ratchaprapa Dam, offering a peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle of city life. For more information, you can visit the Saichol Raft Houses website or various travel websites that feature reviews and additional details​

JOIN-IN PACKAGE

Join other travelers on a shared boat tour across Cheow Lan Lake and enjoy the highlights of Khao Sok National Park at an excellent value. National Park entrance fees are not included.

Package 2 Days 1 Night

Price 8,500 baht per person

* Minimum 2 person

Prices include

 

  • Join Boat transfer Round trip

  • 1 Night @Panvaree Resort

  • 3 meals

  • Eveing Watching local wildlife from the boat.

  • Take a boat ride to see the mist and local birds in the morning.

  • Guilin of Thailand boat ride

  • Insurance
     

Not includeds
 

  • Local Guide

  • National Park Fee

  • Cheow Lan Dam Municipal Pier Usage Fee

2 DAYS / 1 NIGHT

ITINERARY

Day 1

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

  •  11.00 - The staff wait for Panvaree's guests at the Baipad coffee shop (near the park enhance ticket point)

  •  11.30 - Start traveling from pier of Ban Cheow Lan municipality by long-tail boat

  •  Enjoy the nature scenery which is surrounded by the limestone mountains of Cheow Lan dam.

  • 12.00-12.30 -Lunch

  • 16.30 -First activity: bring customers into the boat to Sam Klur mountain (Guilin of Thailand) and listen to the history and story of villagers’ evacuation before the dam construction. Admire the beauty of nature and wildlife (depending on the environmental conditions each day), and enjoy the sunset.

  • 18.30 – Dinner

  • Overnight:  Panvaree Resort,

Day 2

Meals: Breakfast

 

  • 06.30 - Second activity: Morning Safari. Boat ride with a cool atmosphere to admire the mist surrounding the mountains. Spotting of some rare wildlife that goes foraging for food in the morning. You'll also have a chance to see some large hornbills that are a rare and endangered bird while enjoying the sounds of all the wildlife waking up in our national park.

  •  07.30-09.00 - Breakfast

  •  09.00 - Check out from resort and bring customers back to the pier.

  •  09.45- Customer arrive pier of Ban Chiew Lan municipality

payment via credit card to khao sok travel
Our Guest

*We have private Mini Van service. Take you to your destination Surat Thani Airport , Donsak Pier, Phuket, Krabi Khao Sok Hotel (There is an additional cost)

PRIVATE PACKAGE

Private boat tour on Cheow Lan Lake with your own guide. Enjoy a flexible schedule, greater privacy, and a more personalized experience exploring the highlights of Khao Sok National Park.

Package 2 Days 1 Night

Price 8,000 THB  per person

VAT 7% calculated at checkout.

No extra fees.

Prices include

 

– Private Boat Transfer Round Trip
– 1 Night at Saichol Floating Resort
– 3 Meals
– Visit Pakarang Cave
– Evening Watching Local Wildlife from the Boat
– Morning Boat Ride to See the Mist and Local Birds
– Guilin of Thailand Boat Ride
– Insurance
– Local Guide

Seasonal fruits and bottled drinking water

​2 DAYS / 1 NIGHT

ITINERARY

Day 1

 

  • Depart from  Surat Thani Airport , Donsak Pier, Phuket, Krabi Khao Sok Hotel- via Mini Van.
    (We have a private pickup service for an additional fee.)

  • 12.00-14.00 Meet at the pier / Arrive at Cheow Lan Lake Pier, with a chance to purchase additional snacks and supplies.

  • Board your longtail boat at Cheow Lan Lake pier en route to the famous Guilin of Thailand.

  • Reach your Saichol Floating Resort, check in, and settle for lunch and leisure time.

  • Your afternoon Activity explore a cave at Pakarang Cave

  • The tour choice depends on weather and guide recommendation and is followed by an Evening Watching local wildlife from the boat.

  • Return to your Raft House and dinner in the evening to enjoy the majestic location.

Day 2


06:30    Early Morning Boat Safari – on the lookout for the pristine Wildlife Khao Sok National Park has to offer.
08:30    Breakfast, Leisure Time for additional swimming and canoeing.
09:00    Check Out and return to Cheow Lan Lake Pier with a scenic cruise.
10:00    Arrive at Cheow Lan Lake Pier

 

*We have a private Mini Van service. Take you to your destination Surat Thani Airport, Donsak Pier, Phuket, Krabi Khao Sok Hotel (There is an additional cost)

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