Khao Yai is Thailand’s oldest and most-loved national park — a vast green wilderness of mountains, jungle and waterfalls that earned UNESCO World Heritage status. It’s one of the best places in the country to spot wild animals, yet it’s close enough to Bangkok for a weekend escape.
What to see and do
- Haew Suwat Waterfall — the famous falls made world-famous by the movie The Beach.
- Haew Narok Waterfall — the park’s tallest, a dramatic three-tier plunge.
- Wildlife watching — wild elephants, gibbons, hornbills, deer and (if you’re lucky) the rare evening bat exodus from a nearby cave.
- Viewpoints and trails — from gentle walks to guided jungle treks.
Beyond the park
The countryside around Pak Chong has blossomed into one of Thailand’s most charming regions — vineyards, farm cafés, sheep farms and family attractions make it a fun base for a couple of days.
Go with a guide or driver who knows the park — wildlife appears early and late, and the roads are long.
Make it easy
We arrange van + driver trips and guided wildlife safaris in Khao Yai, plus the best vineyard and café stops nearby. Plan your Khao Yai trip →
