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Emerald Pool, Hot Spring Waterfall and Jungle ATV Ride in Krabi

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Trade the beach for Krabi's interior: a swim in the famous Emerald Pool, warm mineral cascades at the hot spring, and an ATV run through rainforest tracks.

Highlights

  • Swim in the clear, spring-fed Emerald Pool
  • Soak in warm mineral cascades at the hot spring waterfall
  • Ride an ATV along rainforest and plantation tracks
  • Short forest boardwalk through Khlong Thom reserve
  • Thai lunch and hotel transfers included

Emerald Pool, Hot Spring Waterfall and Jungle ATV Ride: Key Facts

PriceFrom $74 per person
Duration7 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Full description

Inland Krabi is a different province altogether. An hour east of the coast the limestone gives way to rainforest, and the water that filters through it comes out in two very different places: a spring-fed pool the colour of green glass, and a set of warm mineral cascades that have carved themselves into smooth stone bowls.

The Emerald Pool sits at the end of a short boardwalk through the Khlong Thom forest reserve. It is shallow, startlingly clear and cool enough to be refreshing after the walk in. The hot spring waterfall is the opposite experience: water at around body temperature running over rock ledges shaped like natural bathtubs.

Between the two, an ATV session takes you along rubber-plantation tracks and forest trails. Riding is on easy terrain with a guide leading, so it suits beginners, and lunch is included in the day.

Tour Itinerary

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

8:00 AM

Hotel pickup

Air-conditioned transfer inland towards the Khlong Thom district.

9:30 AM1 hour

ATV jungle ride

Safety briefing, then a guided ride along forest and rubber-plantation tracks.

11:00 AM

Emerald Pool

Short boardwalk through the forest to the spring-fed pool, with time to swim.

12:45 PM1 hour

Lunch

Thai lunch at a local restaurant near the reserve.

2:00 PM1 hour

Hot Spring Waterfall

Soak in the warm mineral pools carved into the rock ledges.

3:15 PM

Return to hotel

Drive back to the coast with hotel drop-off.

Detailed Itinerary

The van collects you around 08:00 for the drive inland, which takes a little over an hour as the road climbs away from the coast. The ATV session comes first, starting with a briefing and a few practice laps before the group heads out onto the trails behind the plantations.

By late morning you reach the Emerald Pool. A boardwalk leads through the forest to the water, and there is enough time for a proper swim rather than a quick dip. Lunch follows at a local restaurant nearby.

The afternoon is spent at the hot spring waterfall, where warm water runs down a series of rock terraces that you can sit in. Most people combine a soak here with a cool rinse in the stream below. The drive back to the coast leaves around 15:15.

Includes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Air-conditioned transport
  • English-speaking guide
  • ATV ride with instruction and helmet
  • Thai lunch
  • Drinking water
  • Insurance

Excludes

  • Emerald Pool and hot spring entrance fees
  • Towels
  • ATV upgrade to a longer route
  • Gratuities
  • Personal expenses

Important information

Meeting point

Hotel pickup in Ao Nang, Krabi Town or Klong Muang

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
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Duration 7 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Traveler Reviews

4.7/5
based on 8 reviews
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Value for money
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All reviews are from verified AsiaByLocals travelers
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Ellie Marsden– United Kingdom
September 8, 2025

The Emerald Pool really is that translucent jade colour, fed by a mineral spring so the water is a comfortable warm rather than cold. The hot spring waterfall afterwards is a series of smooth rock basins around 35 to 40 degrees and you sit in them like natural bathtubs. Doing the pool first and the hot spring second is the right order.

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Rafael Domingues– Brazil
March 4, 2026

The ATV section was an hour through rubber plantation and rainforest tracks and we came back covered in mud, which was exactly the point. Full briefing and a helmet before you set off, and the guide rode at the front setting the pace. Bring clothes you do not care about.

5
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Ji-woo Park– South Korea
January 16, 2026

A good break from boats. Emerald Pool has a short forest boardwalk in from the car park with the Blue Pool nearby, though you cannot swim in that one. The hot spring is small so go early or you queue for a basin.

4
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Antoine Lefevre– France
May 4, 2026

Three good stops, but the drive between them is long and the total road time is close to two and a half hours. The ATV was great fun and the emerald pool was beautiful. Just know you spend a fair chunk of the day in the minivan.

5
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Nkechi Obi– Nigeria
June 24, 2026

I expected the hot spring to be lukewarm and it is properly warm, almost too warm after a few minutes. The contrast with the cool Emerald Pool earlier was the best part of the day. Changing rooms at both sites but bring your own towel.

5
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Stefan Kovacevic– Croatia
November 4, 2025

Our guide was excellent on the plants along the boardwalk and pointed out a hornbill in the canopy. ATV was single rider with an option to go double for kids. Lunch was included and served at a local place near the hot spring.

5
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Bianca Toledo– Mexico
April 11, 2026

The Emerald Pool has a rope you hold at the edge and the bottom is white sand, which is why it glows like that. Everything ran to schedule and the driver was careful. Seven hours felt full but not rushed.

4
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Duncan Wairimu– Kenya
July 17, 2026

Great combination and good value for three activities. The Emerald Pool was busy by the time we arrived at around eleven, so an earlier slot would help. The ATV and hot spring were both quiet.

Frequently Asked Questions

The mineral water runs at roughly 35 to 40°C, warm enough to feel like a bath rather than a hot tub. It flows over smooth rock basins you sit in, worn into natural tub shapes. Most people find 15 to 20 minutes is plenty before they want to cool off.
Yes, swimming in the Emerald Pool is allowed and the water sits around a mild 25°C. The jade colour comes from mineral-rich spring water over a pale limestone and sand bed. The nearby Blue Pool is strictly no swimming — it's a deep spring vent and is viewing only.
No. A full safety briefing and helmet are provided and a guide leads the group at a controlled pace along rubber plantation and rainforest tracks. Drivers usually need to be 16 or over; younger children can normally ride as a passenger with an adult. A driving licence is not typically required.
Clothes and shoes you don't mind getting muddy — the tracks are wet and the quad throws up dirt. Closed shoes are required for riding; flip flops are not permitted. Bring a full change of clothes for after, plus a plastic bag for the wet ones.
The three sites are inland and spread out, so expect roughly 2 to 2.5 hours of total road time across the 7-hour day in an air-conditioned minivan. That's the main trade-off of combining all three in one trip.
A Thai lunch is included, usually at a local restaurant near the hot spring. Both the Emerald Pool and hot spring have basic changing rooms and toilets, sometimes for a small fee. Bring your own towel as one is not always provided.
The Emerald Pool is busiest from mid-morning to early afternoon, and the hot spring basins are small, so a queue can form. Earlier departures generally mean quieter water at both. Weekends and Thai public holidays are the most crowded.
Hotel pickup and drop-off Air-conditioned transport English-speaking guide ATV ride with instruction and helmet Thai lunch Drinking water Insurance
The duration of the Emerald Pool, Hot Spring Waterfall and Jungle ATV Ride is typically 7 hours. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
Starting from$74