Trip to Kaeng Krachan National Park (From Hua Hin area. Duration about 8 hours):
Kaeng Krachan is the largest national park in Thailand. The park is located in Phetchaburi and Prachuap Khiri Khan Provinces, bounded by the Tanintharyi Nature Reserve along Myanmar’s border to the West.
Two rivers (Mae Nam Phetchaburi and Mae Nam Pranburi), a large lake and abundant rainfall keep the place green year-round. Animal life is prolific and includes wild elephants, deer, gibbons, boars, dusky langurs and wild cattle. This park also occupies an interesting, overlapping bio-zone for birds as the southernmost spot for northern species and the northernmost for southern species. There are about 400 species of birds, including hornbills, as well as pheasants and other ground dwellers.
Kaeng Krachan Reservoir
As the national park’s namesake attraction, this 45-square-kilometre reservoir formed after the Phetchaburi River was dammed in 1965. The scenery is lovely and migratory birds arrive every year in March and April. A road lined with flowering trees passes a large lotus pond on the way up to the dam, which most Thailand travellers consider a must-visit attraction in the area.
The water stretches to the east of a central portion of the park. Access to this area of the park is free. The area can be viewed from atop the dam in Baan Kaeng Krachan or Park Headquarters, where a nifty suspension bridge stretches across an inlet.
Kaeng Krachan Dam
Experience the Reservoir: Your adventure includes a scenic boat ride on the park's beautiful reservoir. Glide through crystal-clear waters surrounded by lush greenery, where you can relax and soak in the breathtaking scenery. This tranquil setting is perfect for nature photography and peaceful moments.
Feed the Monkeys: Get up close and personal with the local wildlife! During your visit, you'll have the unique opportunity to feed the friendly monkeys that inhabit the area. Watch them play and interact in their natural habitat, creating unforgettable memories during your trip.
Toyota Camry (sedan, 4 passengers max) — 4,000 THB;
Toyota Innova (compact MPV, 6 passengers max) — 4,500 THB;
Toyota Fortuner (SUV, 6 passengers max) — 4,500 THB;
Toyota Commuter (minibus, 10 passengers max) — 5,000 THB.
Additional charges:
Boat trip 700 THB/boat.
