Chomthong Pier - boat trips to Kissing Cave
The draw here is a short boat ride that feels bigger than it is. You push off through calm water and lotus fields, and at the end there's Kissing Cave, named for the two rock forms that lean towards each other. The cave only has room for one boat at a time, which sounds like a bottleneck but mostly means you get it to yourself. There's a Buddhist shrine at the far end, and a newer boat installed inside the cave so you can move about and take photos without bringing your own vessel in.
Boat hire runs 600 baht return for up to four people, so it's cheap split between a group and still fair on your own. Late afternoon, around 4:30pm, gets you softer light and less heat. Worth knowing that foreigners pay 200 baht for park entry against 40 baht for Thais, which annoys some people and is a fact of Thai national parks.
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Reviews from Google
Chomthong Pier – boat trips to Kissing Cave offers a peaceful and beautiful journey where the experience begins the moment you step on the boat. The ride passes through calm waters, lotus fields, and stunning natural scenery, creating a sense of quiet connection with nature. The trip to Kissing Cave is serene and memorable. This is not just a tourist stop, but a natural space where silence, water, and landscape come together in harmony. It’s perfect for travelers who appreciate authentic experiences and unspoiled nature. Please help protect and respect this place. Keep it clean, respect the environment, and travel mindfully. Preserving such locations is truly good karma and a gift for future generations.
Very pretty when we went (4:30pm), the guide was friendly and helpful. They built a new boat inside the cave so you don’t need to take the boat inside - which is very convenient for pictures. Not too hot on that day, pretty views.
KISSING CAVE 4.4 stars One of three national park stops we did on Friday, February 21, 2025 with a couple of friends. GENERAL - National Parks open at 0800. FEE - National Park tickets are 200 baht per person. Tickets are good for most national parks visited same day. The boat ride cost 600baht round trip for a max of 4 people. CAVE - The cave is only big enough for 1 boat, but there were no other boats when we were out (our driver said this is a less known place to visit). Once in the cave, we exited the boat onto a tiny dock and then walked a few steps into the small cave to view the kissing rocks from inside looking out. MONKEYS - We were then taken to see monkeys at a temple site. These are not the typical Macaque monkeys we’ve encountered across Thailand, but rather Langur monkeys, whose markings make them appear teddy bear-like. So cute! TIMING - The entire trip took about 1 hour. RECOMMEND - yes, esp if you can combine this stop with at least one other national park visit same day. Gorgeous scenery.
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Chomthong Pier - boat trips to Kissing Cave: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chomthong Pier - boat trips to Kissing Cave worth visiting?
Chomthong Pier - boat trips to Kissing Cave holds a 4.7★ rating from 577 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated transportation in Hua Hin.
What are the opening hours of Chomthong Pier - boat trips to Kissing Cave?
Chomthong Pier - boat trips to Kissing Cave is typically open 06:00-17:00 — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.
When is the best time to visit Chomthong Pier - boat trips to Kissing Cave?
The best months to visit Hua Hin are March – August, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in Weekends year-round (Bangkok day-trippers) — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: September – November (rainy season).
Where is Chomthong Pier - boat trips to Kissing Cave located?
Chomthong Pier - boat trips to Kissing Cave is at 5 Tambon Rai Mai, Amphoe Sam Roi Yot, Chang Wat Prachuap Khiri Khan 77180, Thailand, in Hua Hin. Getting around Hua Hin: Songthaews (blue, along main roads); Motorbike taxis.
Location Info
5 Tambon Rai Mai, Amphoe Sam Roi Yot, Chang Wat Prachuap Khiri Khan 77180, Thailand092 514 7461Visitor Information
Best time to visit
March – August
Avoid: September – November (rainy season)
Rainy season
September – November
Avg. temperature
23°C – 33°C(73°F – 91°F)
Crowds
Peak: Weekends year-round (Bangkok day-trippers)
Getting there
Minivan from Bangkok's Victory Monument (~3.5 hrs). Train from Hua Lamphong station (~4 hrs, scenic). I'd go with a private car.
Getting around
- •Songthaews (blue, along main roads)
- •Motorbike taxis
- •Bicycle rental
- •Grab available
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Tips for Visiting Transportation
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Always photograph the scooter's existing damage before riding off, and keep your passport — give a photocopy instead (some shops insist on the original; avoid these). Wear a helmet; police fine 500 THB for no helmet and accidents without one void insurance.
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Location Info
Visitor Information
Best time to visit
March – August
Avoid: September – November (rainy season)
Rainy season
September – November
Avg. temperature
23°C – 33°C(73°F – 91°F)
Crowds
Peak: Weekends year-round (Bangkok day-trippers)
Getting there
Minivan from Bangkok's Victory Monument (~3.5 hrs). Train from Hua Lamphong station (~4 hrs, scenic). I'd go with a private car.
Getting around
- •Songthaews (blue, along main roads)
- •Motorbike taxis
- •Bicycle rental
- •Grab available

