Krabi Sea Cave Kayaking at Bor Thor — Lod and Pee Hua Too caves (Koh Tour)
An hour north of Ao Nang: paddling a tunnel cave full of stalactites, a burial cave with paintings believed to be 3,000 years old, and an inner lagoon — with lunch on the river.
Krabi, Thailand · 7h · ฿1,795 per person · EN
Kayaking through the caves was the highlight of my trip. The peaceful water, stunning cliffs and ancient paintings made this tour unforgettable. The guide was friendly and explained everything clearly.
What is this tour like?
Bor Thor is about an hour north of Ao Nang, in Ao Luek district, and it is where Krabi's cave kayaking happens. A minivan takes you to the launch point; from there the paddle goes past limestone rocks into Lod cave, a long tunnel hung with stalactites, then out and on to Pee Hua Too — a cave believed to be an ancient burial ground, with paintings on the walls estimated at around 3,000 years old. The route continues into Tham Khao Wong, an enclosed inner lagoon where the group can paddle around quietly.
Lunch is at the Bor Thor seafood restaurant on the river and is included, on both the half-day and the full-day version. Dietary requirements are taken at checkout; the operator lists halal and vegetarian options.
The half day, at ฿1,795 (about $50) per adult and ฿1,595 per child aged 6 to 11, ends after lunch with the return transfer. The operator also sells a full-day version at ฿2,295 and ฿2,095 which adds a swim at Tha Pom river and a bathing session with elephants; that is a separate product; the half day is what is described here.
What are the highlights?
- Lod cave — a long tunnel of stalactites and stalagmites you paddle through
- Pee Hua Too — an ancient burial cave with paintings believed to be around 3,000 years old
- Tham Khao Wong inner lagoon, quiet and enclosed
- Thai lunch at a riverside seafood restaurant, included
- Entrance fees and hotel pick-up in the price
How does the day go, hour by hour?
- 07:00–08:30Hotel pick-up
An air-conditioned minivan collects you and drives about an hour to Baan Bor Thor, where the kayaks wait.
- Lod caveInto Lod cave
After a short briefing the guide leads into Lod cave, a long tunnel with many stalactite and stalagmite formations.
- Pee Hua TooThe painted cave
Paddling on to Pee Hua Too, believed to be an ancient burial ground, where cave paintings estimated at around 3,000 years old are visible.
- Tham Khao WongThe inner lagoon
On to the inner lagoon, a very quiet enclosed area to paddle around and take in the scenery.
- 12:30Lunch on the river
A Thai-style lunch at Bor Thor seafood restaurant, which sits on the river.
- 13:30Return transfer
The half-day tour ends here; the drive back to your hotel takes at most an hour.
What's included in the price?
- Pick-up and drop-off from and to your hotel (see transfer zones)
- Friendly and experienced instructor
- Entrance fees
- Lunch at Bor Thor seafood restaurant
- Fresh fruits
- Drinking water
- Life vests
- Kayaking gear
- Accident insurance
What's not included?
- Personal expenses
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- The full-day extension (Tha Pom river swim and elephant bathing) — a separate, higher-priced booking
What should you know before you go?
Who runs this tour?
Where do we meet?
Free hotel pick-up 07:00–08:30 from Ao Nang, Klong Muang, Krabi Town, Nopparat Thara and Tubkaek; the drive to Baan Bor Thor, Ao Luek district, takes about an hour. You can also make your own way to the start point.
Exact meeting point shared after booking.
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What do guests say?
“Kayaking through the caves was the highlight of my trip. The peaceful water, stunning cliffs and ancient paintings made this tour unforgettable. The guide was friendly and explained everything clearly.”
“The scenery was beautiful and the caves were fascinating. The kayaking was smooth, but I wish the group size had been smaller for a more personal experience.”
“Lovely tour. The caves were stunning, but the kayaking pace was a little too quick for me.”
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