Thailand National Parks

Thailand’s national parks are among its best kept secrets. From deep jungle to sparkling beaches, thousands of acres of land in more than 100 parks, wildlife sanctuaries, and nature reserves across the country are protected by Thailand’s Royal Forest Department (www.forest.go.th/default_e.asp). These magnificent places provide refuge for endangered species of plants and wildlife, and for farang who need a break from each other.

Thailand’s web of national parks includes such giants as Kaeng Krachan National Park and Doi Inthanon National Park. Although most parks are open to tourists, they are rarely open to public transportation; the easiest way to access them is by renting (or the more expensive option of chartering) a car. Many of Thailand’s parks are listed as daytrips in this guide due to their proximity to other cities or towns, but renting a car is often the only feasible way of seeing them in a day. Many parks will charge a modest entrance fee, and some offer accommodations such as bungalows; check at the central ranger station upon arrival.

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