Khao Lak located in Phang-Nga province on Thailands Andaman seaboard, is located just north of Phuket, 780 kilometers to the south of Bangkok, adjacent to Ranong and Surat Thani in the North, Phuket and the Andaman Sea in the South, Surat Thani and Krabi in the East and the Andaman Sea in the West.

Khao Lak is a national park area, resplendent with rich natural attractions, and a convenient departure point to other of Phang-Ngas many points of interest, including the famous Similan Islands, and Surin Islands in neighbouring Ranong Province, Khao Laks strong attraction is the beauty of its natural surroundings bordering the Andaman Sea on one side, and surrounded by natural forest on other sides, offer's peace and tranquility for those that just want to relax.

Much closer to the Similan Islands than Phuket, its only a one hour drive from Phuket International Airport, making it an idea base for a scuba diving holiday, the Marine Park is home to vibrant hard and soft corals, unique underwater boulder formations, and an assortment of marine life including whale sharks, is rated as one of the worlds top diving destinations.

Khao Lak beach, popular among foreign visitors, idea for swimming and near all the tourist amenities and hotels, those looking for a bit more privacy Bang Niang beach is not far away, Bang Sak beach is where the local Thais go for picnicking, you will find some charming little beachside stalls there, Thai Muang beach, about half an hour away is located inside a national park and is nick named Turtle beach for the sea turtles that lay their eggs there from November to February.

The park is typified by lofty hills, waterfalls and soaring cliffs, with gorges that can be explored by canoe, the mangroves are also pretty, particularly in the Klong Thap Liang estaury which can be explored by longtail boats, on some of the coastal trails bird and occassional wildlife can be spotted, bungalows can be rented from the park headquarters.

Theres accommodation available in Khao Lak to suit all budgets from inexpensive bungalows to luxury five star hotels and resorts, the main stretch in Khao Lak offers plenty of cool beach restaurants and beach cafes, and dive shops providing speedboat daytrips and liveaboard trips to the Similans, where you will also find accommodation, and seafood restaurants.