Should I stay 2 nights on the lake at Khao Sok National Park or split my time between the lake and the village?

The conversation revolves around choosing between two options for a trip to Khao Sok National Park: spending 2 nights on the lake with longtail boat rides and wildlife hikes, or 1 night on the lake followed by 2 nights in a village engaging in cooking classes and additional hikes. Users suggest that being on the lake offers a unique nature experience, while cooking classes provide a lasting skill. There's debate on the activities available after dark and the availability of cooking courses elsewhere in Thailand.