Phuket Temple and Jungle Trekking Tour With Lunch
Challenge yourself to a trek through the Thai jungle on this Phuket eco-tour. Follow your guide through the wilderness on a challenging hike with plenty of good views, then head to the Phuket Big Buddha and Wat Chalong, Phuket's largest Buddhist temple. Complete your tour with a healthy lunch at a restaurant or organic farm, depending on the day.
Highlights
- ✓Get great exercise and sightsee around Phuket at the same time
- ✓See popular sites and get away from the crowds
- ✓Visit the Phuket Big Buddha and Wat Chalong
- ✓Have a healthy lunch after the trek
What you'll see & do
- ✓After being picked up from your accommodations, your trip will begin. You will meet with your guide at the meeting point. Get some information and introductions of your trip and then challenge yourself on a jungle hiking. During the hike, you will enjoy off-the-beaten-track, and be introduced to some local plants and trees discovered along the way. While you enjoy sightseeing with your surroundings be aware of some monkeys and other animals approaching on your eyesight.
- ✓After finishing the jungle hike, you will stop having a short break to catch your breath. Enjoy spectacular views of Phuket Island whilst having some fresh coconut, fruits, and local Thai desserts.
- ✓Then you will take a shuttle going up to the top of the hill. Although the Big Buddha is closed according to orders from the government, you will still have the chance to view the statue from behind. The Big Buddha is the largest statue in the Southern with 45 meters tall and 25.45 Meters wide. Here, you can take photos and admire the stunning views of Phuket Island.
- ✓you’ll head to Wat Luang Phu Supha (also known as Si Supharam Temple), where you can immerse yourself in the peaceful atmosphere of the temple. This is a wonderful opportunity to make merit by offering goods and necessary items (such as toiletries, candles, incense, or other helpful items for the monks). You’ll then participate in chanting and receive a blessing from the monk. As your guide shares insights into the temple’s history and significance, you’ll learn about the deep connection between Thai people and their religion.
- ✓After that drive to Wat Chalong ( Chalong Temple or Chai-Thararam Temple )the largest temple, most revered, and most visited temple in Phuket. It was built at the beginning of the 19th century and is known as a place you could see and pay respect to a splinter of Buddha's bone. You will be informed of the story and history of this temple by your guide.
- ✓After a day filled with cultural and natural exploration, we’ll take you to a Farm-to-Table Restaurant, where you will enjoy an authentic Thai lunch. The meal is prepared with fresh, organic ingredients grown around you, and you'll also enjoy smoothies made from locally sourced produce.
- ✓Return back to CC's Hideaway Hotel at 3.30pm
What's included
- ✓Professional guide
- ✓Beverages, bottled water, lunch and snacks
- ✓Free hotel pickup and drop-off in the Kata, Kata Noi, Karon area
What's not included
- ✓Transfer fees for locations outside the Kata, Kata Noi, Karon areas
- ✓Please contact hotel at 076-333-222 to confirm transfer fees
Good to know
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day, weather and traffic conditions
Please wear comfortable walking shoes and clothes
Transportation:
Free hotel pickup and drop-off in the Kata, Kata Noi, Karon areas
Other pick up locations available at an extra cost (determined by location)
Please leave message with supplier to request transfer services
We provide complimentary transfers in the Kata and Karon areas. Transfers from other areas can be arranged with an additional charge. For guests arranging their own transportation, the meeting point will be at CC’s Hideaway Hotel, Kata.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Phuket Temple and Jungle Trekking Tour With Lunch
Challenge yourself to a trek through the Thai jungle on this Phuket eco-tour. Follow your guide through the wilderness on a challenging hike with plenty of good views, then head to the Phuket Big Buddha and Wat Chalong, Phuket's largest Buddhist temple. Complete your tour with a healthy lunch at a restaurant or organic farm, depending on the day.
Highlights
- ✓Get great exercise and sightsee around Phuket at the same time
- ✓See popular sites and get away from the crowds
- ✓Visit the Phuket Big Buddha and Wat Chalong
- ✓Have a healthy lunch after the trek
What you'll see & do
- ✓After being picked up from your accommodations, your trip will begin. You will meet with your guide at the meeting point. Get some information and introductions of your trip and then challenge yourself on a jungle hiking. During the hike, you will enjoy off-the-beaten-track, and be introduced to some local plants and trees discovered along the way. While you enjoy sightseeing with your surroundings be aware of some monkeys and other animals approaching on your eyesight.
- ✓After finishing the jungle hike, you will stop having a short break to catch your breath. Enjoy spectacular views of Phuket Island whilst having some fresh coconut, fruits, and local Thai desserts.
- ✓Then you will take a shuttle going up to the top of the hill. Although the Big Buddha is closed according to orders from the government, you will still have the chance to view the statue from behind. The Big Buddha is the largest statue in the Southern with 45 meters tall and 25.45 Meters wide. Here, you can take photos and admire the stunning views of Phuket Island.
- ✓you’ll head to Wat Luang Phu Supha (also known as Si Supharam Temple), where you can immerse yourself in the peaceful atmosphere of the temple. This is a wonderful opportunity to make merit by offering goods and necessary items (such as toiletries, candles, incense, or other helpful items for the monks). You’ll then participate in chanting and receive a blessing from the monk. As your guide shares insights into the temple’s history and significance, you’ll learn about the deep connection between Thai people and their religion.
- ✓After that drive to Wat Chalong ( Chalong Temple or Chai-Thararam Temple )the largest temple, most revered, and most visited temple in Phuket. It was built at the beginning of the 19th century and is known as a place you could see and pay respect to a splinter of Buddha's bone. You will be informed of the story and history of this temple by your guide.
- ✓After a day filled with cultural and natural exploration, we’ll take you to a Farm-to-Table Restaurant, where you will enjoy an authentic Thai lunch. The meal is prepared with fresh, organic ingredients grown around you, and you'll also enjoy smoothies made from locally sourced produce.
- ✓Return back to CC's Hideaway Hotel at 3.30pm
What's included
- ✓Professional guide
- ✓Beverages, bottled water, lunch and snacks
- ✓Free hotel pickup and drop-off in the Kata, Kata Noi, Karon area
What's not included
- ✓Transfer fees for locations outside the Kata, Kata Noi, Karon areas
- ✓Please contact hotel at 076-333-222 to confirm transfer fees
Good to know
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day, weather and traffic conditions
Please wear comfortable walking shoes and clothes
Transportation:
Free hotel pickup and drop-off in the Kata, Kata Noi, Karon areas
Other pick up locations available at an extra cost (determined by location)
Please leave message with supplier to request transfer services
We provide complimentary transfers in the Kata and Karon areas. Transfers from other areas can be arranged with an additional charge. For guests arranging their own transportation, the meeting point will be at CC’s Hideaway Hotel, Kata.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.