Khao Yai National Park Adventure: Waterfalls & Hiking Trails

Khao Yai National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Thailand’s largest and most diverse national parks, known for its stunning landscapes, rich wildlife, and picturesque waterfalls. The park offers a perfect blend of nature, adventure, and tranquility, making it a popular destination for hiking enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

There is no doubt that Khao Yai is the best national park in Thailand. The park covers more than 2,000 square kilometres of grassland and forest and is easily accessible from Bangkok. It shelters diverse wildlife such as bears, gibbons, hornbills and much more. Much of this area is actually in the UNESCO World Heritage List too.

After a complimentary hotel pick-up from centrally located Bangkok hotels, tour will being about 6:30am. The first stop is inside Khao Yai National Park at KM 30 Viewpoint at Thanarat Road. At this area, you will be able to capture the broad and beautiful scenery of the northern part of Khao Yai National Park.

Next is a walk of around 2 hours passing impressive sized trees and wildlife. The easy 3km. trail heads to the Nong Pak Chi Wildlife Observation Tower to spot many species of wildlife. There is a salt lick close to the tower to attract wildlife to the area, along with a lake, open grassland and forest.

At lunch time, you will be served a Thai dish and bottled water at a local restaurant. Then, make a visit at Khao Yai National Park Visitor Centre at the park headquarters. It contains information and interpretive facilities to assist in visitor's appreciation of the park. The Visitor Centre also includes exhibits on the natural environment and wildlife of Khao Yai.

We continue to visit the mighty Haew Suwat Waterfall which contains plenty of shady tree spots to sit under and many large rocks to lie down and relax. This is where you can revel in the glory of nature as you marvel at the water gushing over the fall. The jump scene from the Leonardo DiCaprio movie 'The Beach' was filmed here, however, the reality is that swimming is not actually allowed here.

The Khao Yai National Park with Waterfall & Hiking tour is suitable for all fitness levels, making it a perfect outing for families, solo travelers, and adventure seekers looking to explore Thailand’s natural beauty and experience the great outdoors. Whether you’re hiking through the jungle, enjoying the refreshing waterfalls, or simply soaking in the tranquili