Thailand family vacations guide
Thailand is hugely popular with families looking for that magical combination of safe and exotic, thanks to excellent flight links, balmy weather, reliable infrastructure and fantastic food and accommodation. Most people come here for the beaches, and rightly so. They offer soft sand and clear, calm, tot-friendly waters; and also cater to a multitude of tastes, whether you’re looking for a busy resort hub or a quiet idyll where it’s just you, your family and a few rustic beach huts.
Family vacations in Thailand are all about adventure - think jungle trekking, rafting, elephant sanctuaries and exploring the underwater world
It’s not all about golden sands and swaying palm trees, though. Thailand’s landscape, wildlife and culture are wonderfully varied, and our trips are too, whether you go for a small group or a tailor made vacation designed to suit your family alone. Either way, you can be worry free, as activities, transport and accommodation are all arranged for you and you’ll have expert guides and tour leaders on hand throughout. So, for a true Thai adventure, step away from the beach and throw yourself into a wild world of dense rainforest, ancient temples and hidden hill tribes; where homestays, village visits and foodie explorations will help you and your family see a different side of this enchanting country.
Our Thailand family Vacations
Thailand family vacation
Express tour of northern Thailand
From
US $1545 to US $1830
12 days
ex flights
Thailand family vacation
A fabulous family vacation including the best of Thailand
From
£2200 to £3125
15 days
ex flights
Thailand family vacation, tailor made
Activity packed family vacation in the land of smiles.
From
£7800 to £12500
13 days
ex flights
Family tour to Cambodia and Thailand
Ruined Cities and Tropical Islands, 2-week Family Tour
From
US $2050
12 days
ex flights
Family volunteering in Thailand
Family wildlife sanctuary volunteering in Thailand
From
£739
7 days
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Family elephant refuge volunteering in Thailand
Family elephant refuge volunteering in Thailand
From
£739
7 days
ex flights
Elephant conservation and hill tribe volunteering in Thailand
Conservation project returning elephants to the forest
From
£450
6 days
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Stay with Elephants near Chiang Mai, Thailand
Conservation project returning elephants to the forest.
From
£290 to £430
4 days
ex flights
South East Asia family adventure vacation
A journey across Vietnam, Cambodia and Thailand
From
US $1879 to US $2049
14 days
ex flights
Saigon to Bangkok family vacation
An action packed family adventure across South East Asia
From
US $1690 to US $1780
16 days
ex flights
Family adventure vacation in Thailand
Take the family into Thailand's scenic northern mountains
From
US $1625
13 days
ex flights
Thailand family tour
Family small group tour through Thailand
From
US $1920 to US $2090
15 days
ex flights
Thailand family adventure vacation
Experience Thai culture and relax on the beach
From
US $3900
14 days
ex flights
Bareboat sailing vacation in Thailand
Sail around beautiful Thailand
From
£2807 to £11188
7 days
ex flights
Family vacation to Thailand, jungles and islands
Thailand Family Adventure: no more "Mummy I'm bored!"
From
US $1850
12 days
ex flights
Where to go on a Thailand
family vacation
Thailand is most famous for its sun-soaked coastline and islands, but the landscape is actually very diverse. The mountains in the north provide opportunities for gentle hikes and hill tribe encounters, while in central and southern Thailand, dense jungle promises waterfalls, rafting and treehouse sleeps. Meanwhile, the thriving modern cities of Bangkok and Chiang Mai hide hundreds of cultural treats. The decent infrastructure means it’s simple to get around, with an excellent bus, train and boat network. Bear in mind, though, that the quieter, more remote islands will have less frequent ferry departures and remote national parks will need guides and accommodation booked in advance – so you’d do well to plan ahead!
1. Bangkok
2. Chiang Mai
3. Elephant Nature Park
4. Khao Sok National Park
5. Koh Chang National Marine Park
6. River Kwai / Kanchanaburi
2. Chiang Mai
3. Elephant Nature Park
4. Khao Sok National Park
5. Koh Chang National Marine Park
6. River Kwai / Kanchanaburi
Bangkok
1. Bangkok
Most family journeys start and end in Bangkok, Thailand’s chaotic capital, where gracious temples and palaces live alongside high tech high rises and exuberant nightlife. While there’s little aimed specifically at kids, they’ll have a blast discovering floating markets, riding in tuk tuks and sampling weird and wonderful snacks at one of the city’s many street food markets.
Chiang Mai
2. Chiang Mai
A modern city with an ancient core, Chiang Mai’s smaller size and cooler temperatures make it more manageable than Bangkok, but it packs a hefty punch when it comes to activities. Get your kid-friendly kicks cycling the city’s backstreets, checking out frenetic night markets and toddling around temples. Or, head up into the mountains to visit one of the region’s hill tribes.
Elephant Nature Park
3. Elephant Nature Park
Thailand has long had a culture of working elephants, and a number of sanctuaries support those that have suffered at the hands of humans. At the Elephant Nature Park, just outside Chiang Mai, rescued elephants are cared for full-time, by both staff members and international volunteers. Children aged 12 and over can volunteer here alongside their parents, while younger ones are welcome to visit.
Khao Sok National Park
4. Khao Sok National Park
Khao Sok National Park is a vast patchwork of lowland jungle, limestone caves, lakes and waterfalls that dates back 160 million years. Intrepid kids will relish sleeping in a rafthouse, traveling by longtail boat, hiking in the forests and canoeing or tubing along the river. Just make sure to bring your waterproofs – it’s Thailand’s rainiest spot.
Koh Chang National Marine Park
5. Koh Chang National Marine Park
Bypass the hectic beaches of Koh Samui or Phuket for the tranquility of this national marine park. There are plenty of islands to explore here, including bite-sized Koh Mak and rugged Koh Chang; and adventurous activities include canoeing through mangroves, swimming under waterfalls, snorkelling and diving the lively reefs and discovering remote fishing villages.
River Kwai / Kanchanaburi
6. River Kwai / Kanchanaburi
Older kids will be moved by Kanchanaburi’s dark history. It’s home to the JEATH War Museum as well as the famous Bridge on the River Kwai, part of the Thailand-Burma Railway, whose construction caused the deaths of thousands of POWs. The town is surrounded by waterfall-filled jungle, with pools and rivers to bathe in, and floating raft houses in which to bed down.
Our top Thailand family Vacation
Thailand family vacation
Express tour of northern Thailand
From
US $1545 to US $1830
12 days
ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 3 Aug, 4 Aug, 21 Sep, 21 Dec, 27 Dec, 29 Dec
2020: 4 Jan, 11 Jan, 28 Mar, 4 Apr, 5 Apr, 11 Apr, 27 Jun, 28 Jun, 11 Jul, 18 Jul, 1 Aug, 2 Aug, 8 Aug, 19 Sep, 26 Sep, 3 Oct, 19 Dec, 20 Dec, 26 Dec, 27 Dec, 28 Dec
2019: 3 Aug, 4 Aug, 21 Sep, 21 Dec, 27 Dec, 29 Dec
2020: 4 Jan, 11 Jan, 28 Mar, 4 Apr, 5 Apr, 11 Apr, 27 Jun, 28 Jun, 11 Jul, 18 Jul, 1 Aug, 2 Aug, 8 Aug, 19 Sep, 26 Sep, 3 Oct, 19 Dec, 20 Dec, 26 Dec, 27 Dec, 28 Dec
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We give you the low down on the best time to go on a family vacation to Thailand, whether you’re looking to spend the bulk of your time on the coast, or head up to the country’s hills.
Think of taking the kids to Thailand and you’ll likely imagine a leisurely break by the beach - but choose a Thailand family tour and things could get a whole lot more interesting.
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Photo credits: [Page banner: SasinTipchai] [Bangkok: Lisheng Chang]
[Chiang Mai: Andrea Schaffer]
[Elephant Nature Park: The Beyond Tourism Co. ]
[Khao Sok National Park: Jeff Gunn]
[Koh Chang National Marine Park: Toey19863]
[River Kwai/Kanchanaburi: Mittmac]
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