Khao Sok National Park

Khao Sok National Park is a verdant jungle with complex mountain ranges and rugged high cliffs. The park contains considerable wildlife including elephants, bantengs, tapirs, bison, bears, and black panthers. Many kinds of rare wildlife are still to be found within the area of some 161,000 acres. Khao Sok is eminent for its native rainforest and spectacular karst cliffs. It is also home to the rare rafflesia flower, locally known as 'buah phut', with blooms measuring almost 80 cm in diameter.

Some spots within the park are really worth a visit. You can explore most of the attractions on foot. Rare flora and fauna can be found along the nature trails. The highlights include Sip Et Chan Waterfall with a spectacular 11 stage fall, Tang Nam pool 6 ks from the park office, Bang Hua Raed Waterfall 3 kms from the park office and Tan Gloy Waterfall 9 kms from the park office.

The park office is 1.3 km off highway 401 (Surat Thani - Takuapa) at Km 109. Dormitory and camping facilities are available through advance booking for food and lodging. One can make a reservation through the Forestry Department Tel +66 2 579 0529, 579 4842). Near the park there are privately run bungalows available for tourists.

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