A kind hiker gave a thirsty monkey a sip of water from his bottle on a Thai island.

Footage shows the tourist exploring Koh Larn and spotting the primate sitting on the branch of a tree in Chonburi, Thailand, on May 14.

He offered the animal a drink, which it accepted, and took the cold water.

The man gestured to give it more, but the monkey did not take it the second time.

The hiker's friend, Surawit Suwan, said: 'We were walking towards the hills from Nuan Beach when we saw the monkey. It was hot that day and the monkey looked tired.'

Thailand has become known for its wild monkey populations, which are found in various regions across the country.

These monkeys are often seen in temples, forests, and even urban areas, where they interact with both locals and tourists. Here are some details about the wild monkeys in Thailand: