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Coastline and forest at Mu Ko Lanta National Park, Koh Lanta

Mu Ko Lanta National Park, Koh Lanta: Trails & Views

Mu Ko Lanta National Park at Laem Tanod: lighthouse, coastal trails, viewpoints, the 200 THB foreign adult entrance fee and how to plan your visit.

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Half a day with travel Laem Tanod, southern tip of Koh Lanta Yai Go in the morning and in the dry season

Mu Ko Lanta National Park covers the southern tip of Koh Lanta Yai around Laem Tanod, along with a wider marine area that includes the Koh Rok and Koh Ha islands. On the island itself it is the place for a short forest walk, a lighthouse and coastal viewpoints over the Andaman Sea. It is one of the few parts of Koh Lanta with no resorts, so it works as a calm counterweight to the beach zones.

What to see and do at the park

  • Laem Tanod lighthouse: the focal point of the visit, at the very end of the peninsula with views out over the open sea.
  • Coastal and forest trails: short walks through forest towards the headland. Wear proper shoes and expect heat and humidity; the trail can be slippery after rain.
  • Viewpoints and rocky shore: look-out points along the cape, good for photos and for spotting how the coastline drops away to the south.
  • Quiet beaches nearby: the park sits next to some of the island's least developed beaches, so it combines naturally with Bamboo Bay and Kantiang Bay.

Fees, getting there and timing

The entrance fee for foreign adults is 200 THB, paid at the gate. Thai nationals and children usually pay less, and fees are periodically revised, so confirm at the entrance. Bring cash. Our page on the fee and opening hours has the details.

The park is at the far south of the island, roughly an hour or more by road from the northern piers. Most visitors use a rented scooter, a taxi or a tour that includes the fee. Roads in the south are hilly with sharp bends, so ride carefully.

Arrive in the morning, with enough daylight to walk the trails and return unhurried. In the rainy season the trails can be muddy and some facilities may be limited, so check locally before you set off. Mobile signal is patchy in the south, so download a map first.

For a full breakdown of the trails, wildlife and how the park fits into a trip, see our Mu Ko Lanta National Park complete guideand the fee and opening hours page.

Frequently asked questions

200 THB for foreign adults, with lower rates for Thai nationals and children. Fees can be revised, so confirm at the gate and carry cash.

National park fee and hours

Allow half a day including travel from the west-coast beaches. The trails and lighthouse themselves take one to two hours at a relaxed pace.

Complete national park guide

Usually yes, but trails can be muddy and conditions vary. Koh Rok and Koh Ha, which are part of the same national park, are closed from 16 May to 14 October.

Koh Rok and Koh Ha closure

Last updated September 2026.