Today was a planned excursion into Khao Sok. This preserve is famous for its limestone spires, animals, hiking, camping and now catering to tourists there is canoe rafts and bamboo barge rides. It was a long van ride approximately 2 hours. Canoeing was first then a trip back to have lunch. We had several more stops including the "monkey temple". The monkeys are so use to the humans that they will take nuts and food out of your hand. There is no fear or shyness on their part.
One of our last stops on the day was to the elephant encounter for a ride on the big land mammals. Elephant riding is being frowned upon in Thailand based upon the strain on the animal's spine. The animals seem to respond to verbal commands, they were not chained and didn't need prodding. After the ride you were able to spend $100 baht to feed the elephant fresh bananas.
Then the long drive home. There were 10 of us all together and we were able to appreciate much of the park along with the elements of touristy activities
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