Hiking to big Buddha
Hiking to see the Big Buddha in Phuket. Combine Thai cultural sites and natural environment on this active tour from Phuket. Start by heading into the jungle for a hike on the slopes of a Kata mountain. Watch for monkeys in the trees and admire the lush vegetation of the rainforest before visiting the Phuket Big Buddha and Wat Chalong, Phuket’s biggest Buddhist temple. Plus, enjoy lunch at an organic farm for a healthy way to refuel after your jungle trekking adventure. You will enjoy the flora and fauna of the rain forest and enjoy breathtaking views. After touring the area around Big Buddha, we visit the biggest Buddhist Temple in Phuket - Wat Chalong. You experience an exclusive hiking/trekking adventure in Phuket. Jungle hiking/trekking begins on the green slopes of Kata, where Big Buddha sits. You then arrive at Phuket’s Big Buddha. This program is ideal for people who like to hike, though this hike/trek is considered to be difficult. You will enjoy the flora and fauna of the rain forest and enjoy breathtaking views. After touring the area around Big Buddha, we visit the biggest Buddhist Temple in Phuket - Wat Chalong.
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Price
Adults 2390 // Child 2190 THB. 66 USD // 62 USD Adults ( 13 - 69 years old ) Children ( 8 - 12 years old ) Tuesday's Program ( Child 4 - 11 years old ) Big Buddha Jungle Hiking 2km with Lunch Farm-to-Table Restaurant. hiking tour - visits an organic farm and has lunch with a choice of many organic foods you will meet your guide at 10:00 am. visits an organic farm and sees first-hand the organic farming techniques used. Have a delicious lunch featuring many of the organic greens grown on the farm Return to your hotel between 1:30 and 2:00 pm |
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Dress Code Casual.
Comfortable athletic clothing, hiking shoes, hat. Clothes or Sarong / Scarf covering knees and shoulders to enter Buddhist Temples. |
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Start Your Adventure:
10:30 AM - 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. Rest and Refreshment: 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. Big Buddha Hill: 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. |
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Temple Experiences
Afterward, 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. |
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Lunch
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. Important Note: Due to government regulations, we cannot enter the Big Buddha area. However, you can still enjoy stunning views and take photos of the Big Buddha from behind. |
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
Beverages, bottled water lunch and snacks Professional guide Free hotel pickup and drop-off in the Kata, Kata Noi, Karon area |
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WHAT'S EXCLUDED
Hotel Pickup – Free hotel pickup for Kata, Kata noi, Karon area. – Others areas will be extra charge: Please contact us for transportation costs from your hotel. |
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Please note.
A moderate amount of walking is involved What to bring. comfortable shoes, sun block, swimming suite, towel, sunglasses |
Cancellation Policy
*for change date or Canceeled Much do 72 hours before the program start, it will be free of charge
*All Cancellations or changing of your booking mush be writing by email 72 hours (or more) , before your trip departure date,
please quote you booking detail such as your full name or any booking reference number
*Cancelled in period , same day , or no show we will charge full amount of the total price
**Weather Conditions**
Thailand’s tropical climate means that sea tours are subject to weather conditions. tours depend on marine department weather alerts. In unsafe conditions, tours will be canceled, and guests will receive a full refund or have their travel date rescheduled. Tours will not proceed in unsafe conditions.
*for change date or Canceeled Much do 72 hours before the program start, it will be free of charge
*All Cancellations or changing of your booking mush be writing by email 72 hours (or more) , before your trip departure date,
please quote you booking detail such as your full name or any booking reference number
*Cancelled in period , same day , or no show we will charge full amount of the total price
**Weather Conditions**
Thailand’s tropical climate means that sea tours are subject to weather conditions. tours depend on marine department weather alerts. In unsafe conditions, tours will be canceled, and guests will receive a full refund or have their travel date rescheduled. Tours will not proceed in unsafe conditions.
