Experience An Unforgettable Adventure With Jungle Tours In Thailand

By Christa Jarvis


Many people can't stand the idea of a vacation where all they do is lie on a beach. For them, a vacation is simply not worth it if it doesn't offer some way to satisfy their adventurous spirit. They want to explore the wilderness and let their inner Indiana Jones come out to play. If you're one of these people, you'll love jungle tours in Thailand.

Thailand is located in Southeast Asia and is renowned for its natural beauty. The people here are generally very friendly, which has earned the country the nickname 'The Land of Smiles'. It's a country of contrasts, with bustling, modern cities but also remote villages where life is lived like it has been for hundreds of years.

Because it has so much to offer, many people view Thailand as one of the world's top tourist destinations. There really is something for everyone, from shopping in Bangkok to scuba diving around the islands in the southwest. You can enjoy food full of flavor or sip on coconut juice under a palm tree on the beach. There are plenty of spa resorts too if you need some pampering.

Some of the beach resorts are so popular that they can become overrun with tourists. If you'd rather get away from the madding crowd, the perfect solution is to head into the interior. There are over a hundred national parks in the country and they offer incredible, unspoiled scenery, with calmly flowing rivers, crystal-clear lakes, spectacular waterfalls and mountains offering unrivaled views. Moreover, the parks are home to animals such as tigers, elephants, monkeys and deer, not to mention a huge variety of bird species.

There are different ways to explore the Thai jungles. You can take a short day hike near your beach resort, for instance. Otherwise, consider a trek of several days in the more remote mountainous regions and visit traditional villages. If you don't feel like making your way on foot in the heat, you can't go wrong with a tour on the back of an elephant.

It's important to remember that the dense wilderness can pose some dangers. Drug traffickers are a problem in some of the more remote regions of the north, for instance. However, a reputable and knowledgeable guide will help ensure a safe trip. You'll need to bring sufficient drinking water for the heat and because potable water isn't available everywhere. Insect repellent is a must too and light-weight, long-sleeved shirts and long pants will be a life-saver. Sturdy hiking shoes will keep dangerous snakes and scorpions at bay.

Because Thailand has a tropical climate, you can visit at any time. If you want an active holiday, though, you may prefer coming in the winter months, since these are cooler and it doesn't rain so much. In early summer, the unbearable heat will drive you to the beaches while late summer is so rainy that paths in the wilderness become difficult and dangerous to navigate.

Finding a suitable tour is very easy. You can find tour operators online and book ahead. Alternatively, most travel agencies in Thailand will be able to arrange a trip for you and some resorts offer excursions too.




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