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Emerald Pool & Hot Springs - Krabi National Park

Emerald Pool & Hot Springs - Krabi National Park

Swim in turquoise Emerald Pool at Thung Teao National Park, then relax in natural hot springs (35-40°C). Private driver to avoid crowds. Full-day nature immersion.

7 h — 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.family · couple · solo · groupLevel easy
From 1 800 THB / per person≈ €47
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Two sites, one day

Emerald Pool and Hot Springs are 15 minutes' drive from each other, in the same national park. Most travelers do both on the same day — morning in the cool water of Emerald Pool, afternoon in the warm water of the springs. The reverse order also works.

Why privatize

This is the excursion where taking a private driver makes a huge difference.

  • Shared tours pick people up in Ao Nang between 8:30-9:30am, then all arrive at the same time at 10:30-11:00am. At this time, Emerald Pool is full (sometimes 200 people in a 15 m diameter pool).
  • Privately, we leave at 8:00 a.m. and arrive at 9:30 a.m. — first to the water, photos without crowds, and we go back to eat before the buses arrive.

Our advice for the season

  • November to April (dry): guaranteed turquoise blue, shaded forest, maximum comfort.
  • May to October (humid): more variable color, slippery ground, but also lusher jungle and fewer people. The hot springs remain accessible all year round.

What to bring

  • Swimsuit + light t-shirt (the sun is beating down at the Emerald Pool)
  • Water shoes or closed sandals (jungle trail)
  • Mosquito repellent
  • Waterproof camera (clear water is spectacular)
  • A little cash for lunch (+ massage 300-500 THB if you want to try it)

Our tip: The traditional Thai massage offered at the hot springs is surprisingly good — the masseuses have been working there for years. 300 THB for 30 minutes is the best value for money in the region.

Detailed programme

  1. 8h00

    Departure from the hotel

    Pick-up by private car. Road to the east of Krabi (~1h15).

  2. 9h30

    Arrival at Thung Teao National Park

    Tropical forest trail (800 m flat, 15 min) to the main pool.

  3. 9h45

    Emerald Pool (Sa Morakot)

    Swimming in the intense emerald blue natural pool. Water at 28-30°C, depth ~2 m. Trail to Blue Pool (access depending on season).

  4. 11h30

    Lunch break

    Local Thai restaurant (not included) — your driver takes you to a spot frequented by locals, not tourist buses.

  5. 13h00

    Hot springs (Namtok Ron)

    Natural cascading pools, water at 35-40°C. Alternating with the cold stream for a spa effect. Stone benches, jungle environment.

  6. 14h30

    Return to hotel

    Return route (~1h15). Arrival around 3:00 p.m.

Included / Not included

Included

  • Private car or van with driver (air-conditioned)
  • Return transfer from your hotel (Ao Nang, Krabi Town, Klong Muang, Tup Kaek)
  • Entrance tickets to Thung Teao National Park (Emerald Pool)
  • Access to hot springs (Hot Springs)
  • Water, fresh fruit
  • Beach towels provided

Not included

  • Meals (local restaurants on the way, 150-250 THB / person)
  • Traditional massage on site (optional, 300-500 THB)
  • English or French-speaking guide (+1,500 THB / group if requested)
  • Driver tips

Frequently asked

Shared tours all arrive at 10:30 a.m. — Emerald Pool gets crowded and the water gets murky. With a private driver you arrive at 9:30 a.m. and you have 45 minutes in an almost empty swimming pool.