Khao Tao (Turtle Hill), Hua Hin

Khao Tao is around 14 km south of Hua Hua and makes for a nice day out. If you look from the beach you’ll be able to see the hill, with the golden Buddha image perched at the top. We decided to take a walk to the top. Khao Tao means Turtle Hill.

There are a few different temples scattered around the hill and many Buddha and other statues placed all over it.

Chinese Temple at Khao Tao
Chinese Temple at Khao Tao

At the foot of the hill you’ll see this Chinese Temple. Just follow the path from there and you’ll come to the steps that lead up the hill.

Statues At Khao Tao
Statues At Khao Tao
Statues At Khao Tao
Statues At Khao Tao
Buddha Image At Khao Tao
Buddha Image At Khao Tao
Statues At Khao Tao
Statues At Khao Tao

At the start there are mostly golden statues, but as you get further along, the statues become more colorful.

Hindu Statue At Khao Tao
Hindu Statue At Khao Tao
Statue At Khao Tao
Statue At Khao Tao

I thought the statue shown above was one of the more interesting ones. I’m not sure what it’s meant to represent though.

Statues At Khao Tao
Statues At Khao Tao

If you look back down the hill you’ll get a view of the houses below that are built along a small inlet from the sea.

Looking Down From Turtle Hill
Looking Down From Turtle Hill

About halfway up the hill, there’s a small area where locals and tourists come to pray. This is where we saw this large piece of honeycomb.

Honeycomb
Honeycomb
Khao Tao
Khao Tao
Temple At Khao Tao
Temple At Khao Tao
Buddha Image At Khao Tao
Buddha Image At Khao Tao

The last section of hill is a little more difficult to navigate, so be very careful. There are paved sections that have large holes in them and steps that may be too steep if you’re less able. But make it to the top and you’ll be rewarded with a beautiful golden Buddha statue and some amazing views looking out to the sea.

Buddha Image On Khao Tao Hill
Buddha Image On Khao Tao Hill

Above is what you’ll see when you get to the top of the hill.

View From The Top Of Khao Tao Hill
View From The Top Of Khao Tao Hill
View From The Top Of Khao Tao Hill
View From The Top Of Khao Tao Hill
View From The Top Of Khao Tao Hill
View From The Top Of Khao Tao Hill
Boat At Khao Tao
Boat At Khao Tao

Video From The Top Of Khao Tao Hill

https://youtu.be/5QJj0tz-4FE
At The Top Of Khao Tao Hill

Hotels In Hua Hin

If you’re looking for a great hotel in the Hua Hin area, be sure to check out Agoda Hua Hin.

If you’re planning to stay longer-term, see Hua Hin Condo For $300 A Month.