Khao Yai National Park

Thailand’s oldest and one of its largest national parks. It spans four provinces: Nakhon Ratchasima, Saraburi, Prachinburi, and Nakhon Nayok, covering more than 2,000 square kilometers of forests, grasslands, and mountains. The park is part of the Dong Phayayen-Khao Yai Forest Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Khao Yai is known for its biodiversity, with over 300 bird species, including the great hornbill, and a variety of mammals like elephants, gibbons, even leopards and there might still be some tigers. Waterfalls such as Haew Narok and Haew Suwat, which appeared in the film The Beach, are popular attractions. The park also offers hiking trails, wildlife viewing, camping, and guided tours for visitors.