Khao Phanom Bencha National Park

Located approximately 20 km from Krabi, this peaceful national park covers nearly 50 sq km of lush forest, and is home to over 150 species of birds and 32 species of mammals, including the Malayan sun bear, the Asiatic black bear, and the clouded leopard. Tiger tracks have also been reported in the area. The highest peak in the park, Khao Phanom Bencha, rises 1350 m, and is the highest point in the province. In addition, several wonderful waterfalls and caves containing vast quantities of stalagmites and stalactites are located within the park. Khao Phanom Bencha is accessible by songthaew, and guided eco-tours are available from some of the hotels and guesthouses.

Sights
Huai Dto Waterfall: This magnificent, 11-tiered waterfall is one of the feature attractions at Khao Phanom Bencha National Park. Located only some 500 m from the park office, this waterfall is strikingly beautiful, and by far the most visited place in the park.

Huai Sa-de Waterfall: This waterfall, located about 1.2 km from the park office is smaller than Huai Dto, but also quite beautiful. Huai Sa-de Waterfall runs off a high cliff, and is a wonderful place to take pictures.

Khlong Haeng Waterfall: This waterfall is over 500 m high, and flows down Khao Phanom Bencha, the highest peak in Krabi.

Ton Han Waterfall: Smaller than Khlong Haeng Waterfall, Ton Han also springs forth from Khao Phanom Bencha, although from a lower location.

Khao Pheung Cave: Located some 3 km from the park office is Khao Pheung cave, which boasts a plethora of stalagmites and stalactites of different sizes and shapes. The inside of this cave is white, and shimmers with mineral deposits.

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