About an hour north of Khao Lak, in Khura Buri District, you’ll find Si Phang Nga National Park, established in honour of His Majesty the King’s 60th birthday. Spanning 240 square kilometres, this national park is rich in flora and fauna with hills, streams, stunning waterfalls, and limestone cliffs. It’s a fantastic spot for anyone wanting to explore the natural landscape and see local wildlife up close.
Opening Time and Entrance Fee
Si Phang Nga National Park is open from 8 am to 4:30 pm daily, closed on holidays and from July to August because of the rainfall. The best time to travel is from December until April.
Entrance fee – only 100 THB per adult and 50 THB per child
Accommodations
You can either go to Si Phang Nga National Park on a day trip or spend the night there. The park provides a total of 3 bungalow huts with 4 beds in each without the aircon. It costs 420 THB per night and 600THB on the weekend A tent for rent is also available at 330THB /night. If you bring your own tent, you still have to pay the campsite fee which is 30THB /night.
Wildlife at Si Phang Nga National Park
Si Phang-Nga National Park is home to a vibrant tropical rainforest, filled with lush trees like Hopea, magnolias, ebony, and various palms. Beautiful orchids, such as the Lady’s Slipper and other rare varieties, thrive here as well. Wildlife sightings in the park include elephants, barking deer, gibbons, tapirs, bears, and langurs. Birdwatchers can spot over 135 bird species, including hornbills, woodpeckers, owls, and hawks. The rivers and streams are home to local fish species and even softshell turtles, adding to the park’s rich biodiversity.
Tours
The most renowned place in the park is Tam Nang Waterfall. Getting to Tam Nang Waterfall can be rather exciting. You have to follow a trail of around 3km, perfect if you are a nature avenger. This is a popular trail for bird-watching and hiking. It is not recommended to visit during the rainy season from July to October because the trail can get washed out by heavy rain.
Get a hotel pick-up, drop off and English-speaking guide for your tour here.
Activities
- Wildlife watching
- Trekking and hiking
- Canoeing
- Swimming at Tam Nang Waterfall
Dos and Don’ts
| Do | Don’t |
| Do bring comfortable, non-slip hiking shoes | Don’t pick plants or flowers |
| Do pack insect repellent | Don’t disturb the wildlife |
| Do stay on marked trails | Don’t wade/ swim in unmarked areas |
| Do follow the signs | Don’t swim directly under the waterfall |
| Do bring a pair of binoculars | Don’t litter |
| Do keep clean | Don’t bring your pets |
