Top Things to do in Pak Nam Pran
What to do and see in Pak Nam Pran, Thailand: The Best Places and Tips
Discover the best top things to do in Pak Nam Pran, Thailand including Phraya Nakhon Cave, Prayanakorn Cave, Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park, Mr Moo Bikes & Boats, Ao Manao, Tan Chet Yot Temple, Full Moon Massage, Wing 5, Wat Tham Khiri Wong, KBA-Club Kite.
Restaurants in Pak Nam Pran
1. Phraya Nakhon Cave
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 414 reviews
Reviewed By Jenna B - Chicago, Illinois
For active people the hike in is probably around 30 minutes but I would guess that most people average around 1 hour. The trail is rocky and steep but most people can make it if they give themselves enough time. We arrived at 9:00am and waited until 11:00am to see the 'golden hour' with the temple lit by the sun, but it still wasn't close, so we gave up. We tried another day in the afternoon around 1:30-2:00pm but it was much too late to see the temple lit by the sun. I'm guessing it must happen between 11:30-noon. At 9:00am we had about 30 minutes to ourselves. The cave is big and simply breathtaking. I'd plan on spending 2-3 hours total including the hike in and out.
2. Prayanakorn Cave
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 132 reviews
Reviewed By Scxintillate
We visited in the early morning at first light, and were practically the only visitors. The serenity of rustling leaves and beautiful views made us hardly notice the hour's trek/climb. Part of the way, we were accompanied by a cute, mangy dog-guide who trotted before us and waited for us to catch up - we rewarded her with some breakfast after the climb!
Reaching the cave was magical, the temple bathed in natural light and highlighting the majesty of the surrounding, impossibly slender and tall trees. The temple was commissioned by King Chulalongkorn, apparently after being charmed by the mystical beauty of this place - and it's easy to see why. Wonder if he was carried here on a sedan though, can't imagine him making the trek. This was definitely a bucket-list experience for me!
If you intend to walk all the way instead of taking a longboat at the beginning, allow about 2 to 2.5 hours for the experience. There's tasty breakfast at the restaurant at the start of the cave with the best coconut shake we had in Thailand.
3. Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 274 reviews
Reviewed By Satyabrata - New Delhi
If you are in Hua Hin area this national park is not to be missed. Dotted with limestone peaks, caves, lakes, sea Beaches and food places, it is a delight for nature lovers. Entry fee of 200thb that gives access to the entire park. Best is to rent a bike or walk long distances. I entered the park from Ban Bang Pu village and camped on Laem Sala beach for two nights. This beach is pristine, without any tourists at all. I had the beach entirely to myself in the evening once the day trip tourists left. I took a minivan for 20thb from Hua Hin clock tower to Pranburi then a moto for 200thb to Ban Bang Pu village and then walked to the Laem Sala Beach. On return I found a tuk tuk for 100thb to return to Pranburi. It leaves around 6am from the village junction.
4. Mr Moo Bikes & Boats
Overall Ratings
5 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By Patrick S - Sault Ste. Marie, Canada
Its our fourth time visiting this area and we have always rented scooters for our stay from Mr Moo.
Been satisfied with their service of delivering the bikes quickly and taking care of any problems that may arise...this week the bike was missing and not running to my satisfaction and they quickly provided a replacement
You can negotiate a rate with them especially if you have abide for an extended period....200BHT is the going rate per day.
5. Ao Manao
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 394 reviews
6. Tan Chet Yot Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By Wayne B - Orlando, Florida
The family and I stopped here to take a look at the impressive statues, the largest over 18 meters of Somdet Phra Phutthachan (according to the provincial web site). It was a quiet day when I went, and it allowed for a peaceful exploration of the temple, and experience all the views. The large statues all have unobstructed views of the Sam Roi Yot Mountains.
7. Full Moon Massage
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By Niki B
Simple surroundings but healing hands, Wasi has worked at 5 star resorts and she definitely has the healing touch! After a long haul flight from London I visited her and felt completely energised and reset to go again! This massage is not the relaxing type but definitely will sort out any knots and aches that you have. I had a mixture of oil and typical Thai massage or stretching, she is strong and has a firm pressure in her massage and is as good as the Thai massage if not better than the ones in London. Go try it!
8. Wing 5
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 92 reviews
Reviewed By danielgfuchs - Altnau, Switzerland
The beach is truly great and amazing as are the waters. Not many tourists only mostly Thai people. The scenery laying on the beach with the outlying Islands are a rare treat for the eyes. Service by the many beach vendors great one can order food and drink and relax and enjoy all day . The water in the sea is shallow so great for people with young kids.
A must see.
9. Wat Tham Khiri Wong
Overall Ratings
4 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By Glenis F - Geelong
We biked out to this Wat as it was only a couple of kms from our resort, maybe 5-6 kilomters from Ban Krut. We noticed as soon as we rode in the gate that the grounds were not well kept, however we thought maybe better once we get to the cave. There are a few steps up, then a landing with a few things to look at, before entering the cave. The floors are all dirty, seems like lots of bat and bird droppings on the floors, cobwebs everywhere and it looked like it hadnt even been attended to in any way for several weeks/months. The cave had the reclining Buddah and many other Buddahs but although worth a look, we were only there about 15 minutes. We rode around the grounds over to the temple where I was more intrigued by the beautiful large tree which stood by the gate. Once again everything was overgrown and very messy although the temple grounds inside the gate were very tidy. A shame it is not cleaned up.
10. KBA-Club Kite
Overall Ratings
5 based on 2 reviews
Kiteboarding School and Kitesurfing retail shop in Thailand. We also offer Assistant Instructor training course (AITC), medical first aid courses (MFA) and Instructor Training Courses (ITC).
Reviewed By Jens N
Great kiteboarding lesson, thanks a lot Manu! Highly recommended as the tuition was professionally delivered and great attention was paid to safety.
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