What Is Khao Yai National Park?
Khao Yai National Park is the western portion of the UNESCO-listed Dong Phayayen-Khao Yai Forest Complex, a refuge for over 800 rare and endangered animals, and a super important watershed for all of Thailand!
What Makes It Beautiful?
The jungle is so thick and green, even at the height of the dry season! The vines wind up, and the fig roots cascade down. Everywhere, there is the sound of nature: the buzzing of cicadas, the hooting of gibbons, and the trumpeting of elephants. By day, you’ll meet huge troops of macaques, and by night, swarms of bats and fireflies. This park is a treasure trove of life!
Khao Yai, named for its “Big Mountain,” is also home to several famous waterfalls, especially the heavily promoted Haew Suwat, which was featured in the 2000 movie The Beach, and is still a lovely place to sit and watch butterflies!
How Can I #HelpTheHelpers?
- Pay the entrance fee to help maintain trails, signs, structures, and other visitor services!
- Volunteer at World Heritage Volunteers!
- Be a responsible visitor! Remember the old adages: Pack out what you pack in! Take nothing but pictures and leave nothing but footprints!
How Do I Get There?
- Northern Entrance:
- Lam Takhong Tambon Mu Si
Amphoe Pak Chong
Nakhon Ratchasima 30130
Thailand
- Southern Entrance:
- Tambon Noen Hom
Amphoe Mueang Prachin Buri
Prachin Buri 25230
Thailand
When Should I Visit the Park?
The park is open daily from 6:00 AM until 6:00 PM, but once you’re in, you can stay as long as you like!
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