Thale Noi Lake
ทะเลน้อย
Thale Noi, meaning 'little sea' in Thai, is a must-visit lake located about 35 kilometers north of Phatthalung city, offering diverse experiences from sunrise boat trips to bird watching.

📜 Picturesque freshwater marsh-style lake, a protected non-hunting area and important bird habitat.
🔍 Known for iconic sunrise views, vast lotus fields, and unique swimming buffalos.

Why Go

🌅 Witness iconic fishermen's huts with 'Yor yak' nets against a glowing sunrise
🌸 See vast pink lotus flowers, at their peak from March to April
🦅 Enjoy bird watching, with optimal times from January to March
🐃 Observe unique swimming buffalos, found only here in Thailand

Tips

🏨 Consider spending a night near the lake for sunrise boat rides
🗓️ Optimal bird watching Jan-Mar; peak lotus blooms Mar-Apr

Cost

💰 Boat ride ~400-550 THB per person or ~2000 THB per boat
🚌 Songthaew from Phatthalung: 35 THB
🚂 Train to Pak Klong: 3-23 THB