Tarutao Adventure Tours in Southern Thailand

Tarutao National Park consists of 51 islands. PaddleAsia offer canoeing tour packages to the most impressive tropical islands in this national park. The biggest island, Tarutao Island, is fifteen nautical miles long. The only human habitation is at the national park headquarters, the former political prison, and a small bird-nest collecting village. The rest of the island is covered in lush tropical jungle. We frequently get the privilege of paddling with a pod of dolphins!

Tarutao Wildilfe

Wildlife is abundant in Tarutao National Park. Long-tail Macaques (monkeys) and big monitor lizards both meander along the secluded beaches in search of food. Several species of kingfishers such as Brown-winged, Collared, and Black-capped are common in this national park. Brahminy kites and White-bellied sea eagles (both raptors) soar high in the skies. Pacific Reef egrets wait patiently on rocks to spear small fish with their bills.

Each of our trip leaders has canoed extensively in Tarutao National Park. We know every inch of the most stunning tropical islands. There are many fine secluded islands that you can explore at your leisure in our comfortable touring canoes. In these areas, you can truly relax and enjoy the natural beauty of the national park.

You get to camp instead of staying in noisy bungalows. Sadly, Ko Lipe is rapidly turning into yet another party island. PaddleAsia employs some local sea gypsies, the least fortunate of the islanders when it comes to benefit from tourism, as the camping crew.

You can enjoy the outer islands with a wonderful view of turquoise-blue water and other islands. The laid back quality of island life is a welcomed relief from the busy life that many of our guests live. Deluxe camping means electricity for lights, fans and entertainment (if desired). A dining tent is provided as is a solar shower facility.

Tarutao National Marine Park is very close to the Malaysian border. We a large motorboat to access the outer islands as they are 30+ nautical miles offshore. These tropical islands feature crystal clear water and thick old-growth tropical jungle. Huge trees line the many secluded beaches. Several cold springs flow from the mountains to the beaches.

The snorkeling at these islands is as good as anywhere in Southeast Asia! There are many bays where the coral is undamaged. The marinelife is abundant and extremely diverse.

We are the premiere canoe tour operator in southern Thailand using real canoes / kayaks.

Dave started kayaking in Thailand in early February of 1993. With over 30 years of kayaking experience, Dave is the most experience paddler in the South. Dave also has the only BCU Level 2 Coach certificate in the South.

We have a variety of canoes to suit every body size.  We also teach proper paddling technique to assure you that you are getting the most efficient use of your canoe for the least amount of physical output.

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