CLASSIC RAFTHOUSE · CHEOW LAN LAKE

PHUTAWAN
RAFT HOUSE

Simple Floating Stay with Direct Access to Cheow Lan Lake

ABOUT PHUTAWAN

A Simple Way to Stay on the Lake

Phutawan Rafthouse offers simple floating accommodation directly on Cheow Lan Lake, with two distinctive room styles: Capsule Floating Rooms and Floating Glass House Villas.

Both room types use shared bathroom facilities located on a separate floating platform, making Phutawan a good choice for travelers who prefer a traditional rafthouse stay and are comfortable with simpler facilities.

2 Days 1 Night at Phutawan

One Night on Cheow Lan Lake with Coral Cave and Khao Sam Kler

Spend one night at Phutawan with a longtail boat journey across Cheow Lan Lake and an excursion to Khao Sam Kler and Coral Cave. The package combines a traditional floating stay with a jungle walk, bamboo raft crossing, cave visit, and time for swimming and kayaking at the rafthouse.

✓ Jungle Walk & Bamboo Raft Crossing
✓ Khao Sam Kler (Three Brothers)
✓ Swimming & Kayaking at the Rafthouse
✓ Khao Sok National Park Entrance Fee
✓ Drinking Water

PACKAGE INCLUDES

✓ 1 Night at Phutawan Rafthouse
✓ Private Longtail Boat
✓ English-Speaking Guide
✓ 3 Meals — Lunch, Dinner & Breakfast
✓ Coral Cave Excursion

Capsule
Floating Rooms

10,900 THB
per person

2 Days • 1 Night

Based on 2 guests sharing

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VAT 7% calculated at checkout.

No extra fees.

Floating Glass House Villas

9,900 THB
per person

2 Days • 1 Night

Based on 2 guests sharing

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VAT 7% calculated at checkout.

No extra fees.

Your 2D1N Journey

DAY 1 — INTO CHEOW LAN LAKE

Ratchaprapha Pier
Meet your guide at the pier and begin the journey by longtail boat into Cheow Lan Lake.

Khao Sam Kler
Travel across the lake and stop at Khao Sam Kler (Three Brothers) before continuing toward Phutawan.

Arrive at Phutawan
Check in at the rafthouse and enjoy lunch at the floating restaurant.

Coral Cave Experience
Travel by longtail boat to the Coral Cave area. Continue on foot through the forest before crossing the inner lake by traditional bamboo raft.

Explore Coral Cave with your guide before retracing the route back to the main lake.

Return to Phutawan
Spend the rest of the afternoon swimming, kayaking or relaxing at the rafthouse.

Dinner & Overnight
Dinner is served at the floating restaurant, followed by your overnight stay at Phutawan.

Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Phutawan Raft House

Breakfast at Phutawan Raft House floating restaurant

DAY 2 — MORNING AT PHUTAWAN

Breakfast at the Rafthouse
Start the morning with breakfast at Phutawan.

Free Time on the Lake
Enjoy your final time at the rafthouse. Swim, kayak or relax beside the water before preparing to leave.

Return to Ratchaprapha Pier

09.00 am Check out and travel back across Cheow Lan Lake by longtail boat.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Phutawan Raft House floating resort surrounded by rainforest on Cheow Lan Lake

Guests arriving at Phutawan Raft House by longtail boat

Phutawan at a Glance

Phutawan is a traditional floating rafthouse on Cheow Lan Lake with two accommodation styles: Capsule Floating Rooms and Floating Glass House Villas. Both room types use shared bathroom facilities located on a separate floating platform connected by walkway.

The resort is reached by longtail boat from Ratchaprapha Pier and offers direct access to the lake for swimming and kayaking.

RESORT HIGHLIGHTS

✓ Capsule Floating Rooms
✓ Floating Glass House Villas
✓ Shared Bathroom Facilities
✓ Direct Lake Access
✓ Swimming & Kayaking
✓ Floating Restaurant

LOCATION

Departure: Ratchaprapha Pier
Access: Longtail Boat
Destination: Phutawan Rafthouse, Cheow Lan Lake

Boat travel time varies with the route, boat and lake conditions.

Two Ways to Stay at Phutawan

Phutawan offers two floating room types: Capsule Floating Rooms and Floating Glass House Villas. Both are located directly on the lake and use shared bathroom facilities on a separate floating platform connected by walkway.

Floating capsule accommodation at Phutawan Raft House in Khao Sok National Park

Important Information

Shared Bathrooms
Both room types use shared toilets and showers located on a separate floating platform connected by walkway.

Capsule Floating Rooms

Phutawan's Distinctive Capsule-Style Room

The Capsule Floating Rooms feature Phutawan's distinctive curved design, with a compact interior, private deck and direct access to the lake.

Highlights:

✓ Capsule-Style Floating Room
✓ King-Size Bed
✓ Private Deck
✓ Direct Lake Access
✓ Shared Bathroom Facilities

Floating capsule accommodation at Phutawan Raft House on Cheow Lan Lake

Floating Glass House Villas

More Space with Large Lake-Facing Windows

The Floating Glass House Villas offer more interior space than the Capsule Rooms, with large windows facing the lake, a private terrace and direct access to the water.

Highlights:

✓ Larger Floating Room
✓ Large Lake-Facing Windows
✓ Private Terrace
✓ Direct Lake Access
✓ Shared Bathroom Facilities

Floating Glass House Villa at Phutawan Rafthouse on Cheow Lan Lake

Dining at Phutawan

Thai Meals Served at the Floating Restaurant

Meals are served at Phutawan’s floating restaurant during your stay. The menu focuses on Thai dishes served for breakfast, lunch and dinner, with meals typically included as part of overnight packages.

Dining at Phutawan Raft House is an essential part of the Cheow Lan Lake experience. Surrounded by emerald waters and towering limestone mountains, guests can enjoy freshly prepared Thai cuisine while taking in the peaceful atmosphere of one of Thailand’s most spectacular natural settings.

What You May Find on the Menu

one of Phutawan’s most popular specialties famous Deep-Fried Giant Gourami freshly sourced fish from the reservoir

Guests may also enjoy a variety of authentic Thai dishes, including:

Deep-Fried Giant Gourami with Garlic
Southern-Style Sour Curry with Catfish
Cashew Nut Chicken Stir-Fry
Fresh Shrimp & Vegetable Soup
Thai Set Menus

Menus may vary depending on the day and available ingredients.

One of Phutawan’s most popular specialties is the famous Deep-Fried Giant Gourami with Garlic, prepared using freshly sourced fish from the reservoir. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, it has become a favorite among travelers visiting the lake.

3 Days 2 Nights at Phutawan

Two Nights on Cheow Lan Lake with More Time at the Rafthouse

Spend two nights at Phutawan with more time to experience Cheow Lan Lake at a relaxed pace. The journey includes a private longtail boat, Khao Sam Kler, Coral Cave, a forest walk and bamboo raft crossing, with additional time for swimming and kayaking at the rafthouse.

Package Includes

✓ 2 Nights at Phutawan Rafthouse
✓ Private Longtail Boat
✓ English-Speaking Guide
✓ 6 Meals — 2 Lunches, 2 Dinners & 2 Breakfasts
✓ Khao Sam Kler (Three Brothers)

✓ Coral Cave Excursion
✓ Forest Walk & Bamboo Raft Crossing
✓ Swimming & Kayaking at the Rafthouse
✓ Khao Sok National Park Entrance Fee
✓ Drinking Water

Capsule
Floating Rooms

16,900 THB
per person

3 Days • 2 Nights

Based on 2 guests sharing

CHECK AVAILABILITY

AT 7% calculated at checkout.

Floating Glass House Villas

15,900 THB
per person

3 Days • 2 Nights

Based on 2 guests sharing

CHECK AVAILABILITY

AT 7% calculated at checkout.

Your 3D2N Journey

DAY 1 — INTO CHEOW LAN LAKE

Ratchaprapha Pier
Meet your guide at the pier and begin the journey by longtail boat into Cheow Lan Lake.

Arrive at Phutawan
Check in at the rafthouse and enjoy lunch at the floating restaurant.

Afternoon at Phutawan
Spend the afternoon at the rafthouse with time for swimming, kayaking or relaxing by the lake.

Dinner & Overnight
Dinner is served at the floating restaurant, followed by your first night at Phutawan.

Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner

Breakfast at Phutawan Raft House on Cheow Lan Lake

DAY 2 — KHAO SAM KLER & CORAL CAVE

Breakfast at Phutawan
Start the day with breakfast at the floating restaurant.

Khao Sam Kler
Travel by longtail boat across Cheow Lan Lake to Khao Sam Kler (Three Brothers).

Coral Cave Experience
Continue by boat to the Coral Cave area, followed by a forest walk and traditional bamboo raft crossing across the inner lake.

Explore Coral Cave with your guide before returning along the same route to the main lake.

Return to Phutawan
Return to the rafthouse for lunch and spend the rest of the afternoon swimming, kayaking or relaxing.

Dinner & Overnight
Dinner at the floating restaurant and your second night at Phutawan.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 3 — MORNING AT PHUTAWAN

Breakfast at the Rafthouse
Enjoy breakfast at Phutawan before your final morning on the lake.

Free Time at Phutawan
Spend some time swimming, kayaking or relaxing at the rafthouse before departure.

Return to Ratchaprapha Pier
09.00 Check out and travel back across Cheow Lan Lake by longtail boat.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Phutawan Through Our Travelers

REAL STAYS · DOCUMENTED BY OUR GUIDES

Real moments from travelers staying at Phutawan, photographed by our guides during the journeys we operate on Cheow Lan Lake.

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