Top Hua Hin Outdoor Activities

Take a memorable ride on the Thailand-Burma Railway, also known as the Death Railway for the thousands of POWs and forced laborers who lost their lives building it during World War II. On this day trip from Bangkok, visit the Kanchanaburi War Cemetery and the JEATH War Museum, and hear moving war stories from your guide. Then ride a long-tailed speedboat down the Kwai River where you have a view of the famous bridge.

This private tour of the floating markets of Damnoen Saduak offers travelers an up-close look at everyday life on Thai waters. Follow your guide along the backwaters of Bangkok canals on a motorized boat and check out the local vendors selling fresh produce, souvenirs and handmade sweets from their traditional canoes. This one-of-a-kind-experience is perfect for the traveler looking to get off the city streets and sample a bit of the culture and character this popular destination has to offer.

We will leave Hua Hin in early morning in pick up truck,driving through the country side where mango,papaya plantations as well as rice fields can be seen. Then we arrive at the Kaeng Krachan Reservoir. The reservoir covers an area of 46.5 sq. km. and has a capacity of 710 million cubic meters. It is the earthen reservoir which blocks the Petchburi River. The largest island in the lake is approximately 75 sq. km.. We drive through primary forest that offers spectacular views of mountain wildlife and an ocean of mountain ranges covered in deep-green forest all year round. Along the road we observe primates birds other wildlife as well as scenic views. We continue to trek along the jungle track and back to Kaeng Krachan Reservoir for lunch at local restaurant then sail on the lake to see photogenic scenery.

Thailand is home to an impressive range of native wildlife, but viewing the animals up-close in their natural habitat can be a challenge. On this wildlife safari, delve into the beautiful Kui Buri National Park—with round-trip transport from your Hua Hin accommodation included. With your guide to lead the way, spot wild buffalo, elephants, and more in their natural environment, and admire uninterrupted views over the countryside scenery.

Take a memorable trek through the jungle on this tour through Kaeng Krachan National Park. Walk through the 1000 year old unspoiled rainforest and discover 16 waterfalls, and spot rare and endangered animals including monkeys, birds and fish in the clear waterfall pools. Learn about the species that live in this special place from your local guide, who will take you to a local restaurant after the waterfalls walk for lunch.

Start the day with a visit to Hua Hin’s bustling Chatchai Market to shop for ingredients, then travel to the cooking school in an open-air pickup truck. Learn how to prepare traditional Thai dishes like curry, tom yum soup, pad Thai, and a delicious dessert with coconut cream. During downtime, sip tea or relax around the koi pond.

Exploring Hua Hin’s street food hotspots without a guide can mean only skimming the surface of what locals eat. This small-group evening tour lets you delve deeper: with a guide to show you the markets and restaurants frequented by locals. Try staples such as sausages and rice balls, visit a salt-crusted fish restaurant, try Thai sweets, and hear background on the dishes you’d otherwise miss. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Delve deeper into the history, landscapes, and rich culture of Hua Hin and Cha-am on this half-day private sightseeing tour. A great way for first-time visitors to learn the lay of the land or for regular visitors to enjoy a deeper understanding of this popular beach destination, this guided tour includes visits to Wat Khao Takiab, Hua Hin Railway Station, and Mrigadayavan Palace—the Thai Royal family’s old seaside holiday home.

Kuiburi National Park is the only place in Thailand where more than 320 protected wild elephants live and you will have the unique 99% opportunity to see them in this untouched wildlife. In addition to Asian elephants and gaurs, the other relatively common mammals are golden jackals, various deer, langurs, white-handed gibbons, Burmese hares, Malay porcupines and wild boars. Kui Buri has a rich fauna of birds with over 260 species currently. Crested falcons, grey peacock pheasants, ferrous partridges, Tickell's brown hornbills, white-crowned hornbills, brown fish owls, yellow-ventilated green pigeons, white-fronted dwarf-eared owls, mustache hawks, red-necked hornbills, blue-collared parrots, chestnut-nickel fork tails, red-bearded bee-eaters, maroon woodpeckers.There are also birds like the Crested Fireback, Indian Roller and Asian Openbill bird or even gaurs and leopards.

Escape to Pranburi’s natural serenity on a private 5-hour tour from Hua Hin. Stroll through a tranquil plantation past sun-ripened bananas, pineapples, mangoes and papayas, then step aboard a small motor boat for a leisurely ride down a slow-moving river. Pass brilliant birdlife and watch for monkeys, nose into mangrove swamps and learn the names of jungle plants that line the banks. Stretch your legs amidst mangrove trees and follow the river to the Gulf of Thailand, passing tiny fishing boats weighed down with the day’s catch of fresh seafood.

Get an early start from Hua Hin for a full-day snorkeling tour to Koh Talu, a pristine island in the Gulf of Thailand. Rest on the drive to Bangsaphan Noi, then take a short ride by speedboat to Koh Talu island. Upon arrival, hop in the ocean to snorkel and swim in sparkling clear waters. Have a buffet lunch and more time on the beach before returning to Hua Hin.

Check out the natural wonders of Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park on this 5-hour tour from Hua Hin or Cha-Am. Located on the coast of the Gulf of Thailand, the park, which translates to '300 peaks,' is known for Phraya Nakhon Cave, which you'll reach via a steep climb. Lunch and hotel transport are included.

Skip the stress of haggling with boat captains and enjoy the natural wonders of Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park the easy way on this small-group guided tour. Catch a boat from Ban Bang Pu fishing village to Laem Sala Beach, then hike up to Phraya Nakhon Cave, a cavern known for the light shaft that pierces its ceiling. After a local lunch, return by way of a pineapple plantation.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is one of the most effective forms of martial art for self defense using locks and movements to control and submit an opponent without kicking or striking. We have classes for kids, mixed adults and women's self defense, all will build confidence, improve fitness and meet new people.

Lush Zoysia grassed fairways, a local grass but a rarely seen on golf courses in Thailand, are a pleasure to hit from as balls sit up nicely. Dark green Paspalum grassed tee boxes add to the stark color contrast on the course and are a nice decorative feature. Greens, constructed of premium Tiff-eagle Bermuda grass, make for fast and receptive putting surfaces and are well-maintained year round. Practice facilities include a grass driving range and two large putting and chipping greens. The Banyan Golf Club has a contemporary Thai styled clubhouse including, full reception area, well-stocked pro shop, elegant locker rooms, and two international restaurants; one of which are 5-star. Rain showers and luxury grooming amenities in the changing rooms round out the facilities. Walkers love the Banyan golf course, but for those who opt to ride, golf carts with onboard GPS are helpful.

Muay Thai is one of the most traditional Thai experiences you must not miss out on while in Thailand. Fight Nation have the perfect class for 1st timers and for the seasoned fighter alike. While there are hundreds of different techniques in Thai Boxing, it is also a martial art known for its raw simplicity. That’s why Muay Thai is for everyone: men, women and children alike. In Thailand, it is actually more common for practitioners to start as young as five or six years old. So no matter your age or fitness level, there’s a Muay Thai class that will work for you. Muay Thai is the standard of a perfect total body workout. It is a fun and efficient way to burn fat and lose weight that also builds your core, flexibility, and overall strength. The full-body workout that Muay Thai gives you can take your health to the next level.

Damnoen Saduak is the most popular floating market in Thailand, great for photo opportunities, food, and for giving you an insight into the bygone way of life. An early morning start is worth in order to avoid the heat and catch Damnoen Saduak by boat at its liveliest. Visit a sugar cane factory and have lunch. Before you return you will have the opportunity to visit the Kao Yoi Cave!

Have a Beautiful Day to a non touristic Area with a visit at the local Wat Ao Noi Temple and Kan Krai Dai cave where there are 2 reclining Buddha's. Visit King Mongkut Memorial Park of Science and Technology Waghor with Butterfly Garden and Aquarium. Spend time to relax on the quiet Ao Manao Beach or Swimming in the crystal clear water.

Black Mountain is not only a test for the top professionals but also very playable for the average golfer. The holes provide the golfer with a safe route, but for the more adventurous player, there is a higher risk option with a potential greater reward. Black Mountain offers generous fairways for the shorter hitters that become narrower for longer tee shots. The greens are large with many pin positions that provide different degrees of difficulty. Numerous white sand sculptured bunkers well protect the holes. The views from the clubhouse are stunning and give a 360-degree panoramic view of the whole golf course. The clubhouse facilities on offer include fine dining in the restaurant, one of Hua Hin’s most extensively stocked golf pro shops, excellent practice areas and driving range, luxurious locker rooms, and an on-site spa.

Kuiburi National Park is the only place in Thailand where more than 320 protected wild elephants live and you will have the unique 99% opportunity to see them in this untouched wildlife. In addition to Asian elephants and gaurs, the other relatively common mammals are golden jackals, various deer, langurs, white-handed gibbons, Burmese hares, Malay porcupines and wild boars. Kui Buri has a rich fauna of birds with over 260 species currently. Crested falcons, grey peacock pheasants, ferrous partridges, Tickell's brown hornbills, white-crowned hornbills, brown fish owls, yellow-ventilated green pigeons, white-fronted dwarf-eared owls, mustache hawks, red-necked hornbills, blue-collared parrots, chestnut-nickel fork tails, red-bearded bee-eaters, maroon woodpeckers.There are also birds like the Crested Fireback, Indian Roller and Asian Openbill bird or even gaurs and leopards.

Explore Amphawa Floating Market with a private guide on a tour that explores local culture and Gulf of Thailand cuisine. Visiting the weekend-only floating market is a great introduction to the bustling market town, and the tour includes a longtail boat cruise through Amphawa’s canals, as well as convenient pickup and drop-off at hotels in Hua Hin or Cha-Am.

Visit the pristine southern part of Thailand in this 4-day excursion, with its infinite and unspoilt nature and landscape, beautiful temples, pagodas, and palaces. Visit beautiful national parks and mangroves on the border with Myanmar. See the Kra Isthmus - the narrowest part of the Malaysian Peninsula and the hot spring in Ranong. Visit Rattana Rangsan Throne Hall, Rangsan Palace, Hor Phra Ke Ji Temple, Governor's Residence and Suwankiri Temple with Golden Shwedagon Pagoda. The agro-tourism attraction invites visitors to learn about their hand-roasted coffee products and efforts to strengthen the community-oriented company and to visit the cashew nut factory. On this trip you will see almost no tourists, only locals.

The Pranburi Forest Park is known for its vast and dense forests of mangroves and twisty trails that lead visitors to all corners of the park. With its pristine views and natural beauty, Pranburi Park is the perfect escape from some of the urban centers in southern Thailand. The nature reserve is an excellent day excursion from the Hua Hin area. Not only will the tranquil and majestic scenery surround you, but you’ll also get to see an abundant array of flora and wildlife, many of which are exclusive to Thailand. Khao Daeng viewpoint at 157 meters peak accessible by a trail around seven hundred meters from the headquarters. This viewpoint has an impressive 360° view over the surrounding valley and mountains. Long-tailed macaques and birds are common in the area.

The Kaeng Krachang National Park is one of the largest in Thailand and sits right next to the Burmese (Myanmar) border. Pala U Waterfall is a beautiful spot to visit. You will pass through stunning countryside and hills on your drive there that will only take 1.5 hours or so. The waterfall has 16 steps, making it one of the highest in Thailand and those who make it to the top will be rewarded by superb views over Thailand and towards Burma. It should be noted, however, that progressing further than the third stage will be arduous and should only be attempted by those fit enough to do so.