The UNESCO World Heritage-listed Khao Yai National Park was Thailand’s first national park, located in the Panom Dongrak Mountains. It includes forests, grasslands, and a variety of animals and bird life. As it’s just a couple of hours from Bangkok, visiting the park is an easy way to experience Thailand’s natural side.
The waterfalls were nice and scenic. Seeing the elephant toward the end of the tour was beautiful. It was an educational experience. My guide very personable and knowledgeable.
Beautiful nature and scenery. Saw a lot of monkeys, butterflies and some spiders. We took the hike tour, it was quite long for my 10 year old.
Be careful with the leeches.
Great excursion! We were picked up at the hotel in Bangkok. Our guide, Mr. Preecha, was really friendly, humorous, and helpful. It was a long ride to and forth Khao Yai but his stories made the trip easier. The hikes were not strenuous but one of the waterfalls had quite a bit of stairs. Highly recommend if you have some time in Bangkok.
Our guide Eddy has been courteous and helpful. Appreciated that he had contacted us the night before through whatsapp to confirm the time of meeting.
Would appreciate if there’s a heads up on the temperature of the place (alot colder than rest of thailand) on the listing so visitors can be better dressed
Abundance of nature at the doorsteps of the urban jungle.
It was a great day, beautiful lush rainforest with waterfalls and some wildlife. The guide Surinam was quite the character, so friendly and kind. The car ride there and back is a bit long in the crazy Bangkok traffic, but worth it.
I booked a private tour, while I wanted to keep the day flexible, and it was worth of the money.The temple area was amazing, even I had been there before, it was nice to have an excellent guide to tell the history and make sure, that I saw all top places. The natural park was also worth of seeing: the views / waterfalls at the part were beautiful and breath taking. This combined tour is recommended if you have limited time, and want to see both. The guide I has was very professional and I really enjoyed of the day, even though it was a long day.
First and most importantly, I'm not sure there is a better guide than Peter. He made the journey to Kaho Yai very comfortable and his knowledge and humor were amazing. He is a special person and I am proud to have met him. I took the day trip due to limited time in Thailand but there is plenty to see and do at Khao Yai for many days. Peter made sure I experienced as much as we could in our one day trip. Wildlife, waterfalls, banana cake and spectacular views aplenty. I hope to return some day with more time. Thank you Peter!
Tour was good. I wish I had been able to see elephants but the hike was fun and tour staff Pai often checked we were ok and bought snacks and offered water too.
My Partner and I went on a private tour with Peter to Khao Yai National park during our trip to Bangkok, Thailand June 2022 and had a wonderful experience. What made our trip memorable was that we had this experience with Peter. He was personable, genuine, caring, prepared, and shared his knowledge of the park and Thailand. It was clear Peter’s goal was to ensure my partner and I had a great experience during the trip. He gave us the space and time to explore the park, answer our questions, and discuss what we were hoping to experience with the trip. We were grateful Peter was our tour guide on this trip. We will request for him in our next private tour in Bangkok, Thailand.
Frequently Asked QuestionsQ:What's the best way to experience Khao Yai National Park?
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People Also AskQ:How many days do you need in Khao Yai National Park?
A:Two or three days is ideal for spending time in central Thailand’s Khao Yai National Park. You can hike, go on wildlife-spotting drives, swim in waterfalls, and visit scenic lookouts. Wildlife commonly seen here are gibbons, deer, macaques, wild elephants, bats, and many types of birds.
Q:Is it worth going to Khao Yai National Park?
A:Yes, it’s worth visiting Khao Yai National Park if you enjoy wildlife and natural, jungle-covered environments. Khao Yai is very different from many other popular Thai tourist destinations—such as beaches and big cities—and offers a more peaceful experience. However, travelers seeking a more energetic party atmosphere may not enjoy Khao Yai as much.
Q:How much does it cost to go to Khao Yai National Park?
A:The entry fee to Khao Yai National Park is 400 baht (about US$11) for non-Thai adults and 200 baht for non-Thai kids (aged 3–14). Thai nationals pay a smaller fee: 40 baht for adults and 20 baht for kids. Guided tours and safaris cost extra. Organized tours will usually include the cost of admission.
Q:How do you get to Khao Yai National Park?
A:If you’re not traveling to Khao Yai National Park on a guided tour, the easiest way to get there from Bangkok is by bus. Take a direct bus to the Chao Por Khao Yai Shrine Visitor Center or the Noen Hom Visitor Center, the two entrances to the park. Alternatively, take the Bangkok–Pak Chong train to Pak Chong, then take a bus to the Chao Por Khao Yai Shrine Visitor Center.
Q:Do you need a guide for Khao Yai National Park?
A:Yes, although visiting Khao Yai National Park with a guide is not mandatory, it’s strongly recommended. It’s a large park with lots to see and do, and navigating it alone can be challenging. You’ll get the most out of a visit by hiring a guide to take you in. You don’t need to book a full package from Bangkok if you don’t want to, though.
Q:What is the closest town to Khao Yai National Park?
A:Pak Chong is the closest town to Khao Yai National Park. It’s about 3 hours’ drive from Bangkok. The park has two entrances: the Visitor Center at the Chao Por Khao Yai Shrine (aka the Pak Chong entrance) and the Noen Hom Visitor Center entrance. Both are accessible by bus from Bangkok.