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Protected areas >
Thong Pha Phum National Park
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Impermeable jungle
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Naturally rich Thong Pha Phum directly borders
the relatively intact forests in Myanmar through which it is connected to the
Kaeng Krachan National Park in Phetchaburi province. Both of the parks are
very important for conservation of biodiversity of the region.
Geography and Climate
Through the Khao Laem National Park the park is connected with
the Thung Yai
Naresuan Wildlife Sanctuary and directly is connected to the
Sai Yok
National Park and the forests in Myanma. The weather in this area has three distinct seasons: rains from June to October, the winter from November to January and the summer from February to May.
Flora and Fauna
The forested hills accommodate many plants and wildlife including elephant,
mountain goat, tiger, bear, buffalo, barking deer, civet and birds.
What to See
Khao Yai Waterfall - a big 3-tier waterfall, accessible via a 4 km
nature trail
Dip Yai Waterfall - situated next below Khao Yai Waterfall with which
the stream eventually meets. To get there use the same route as to the Khao
Yai Waterfall.
Jok Ka Din Waterfall - a beautiful towering waterfall falling down
from a 30 m high cliff. It is 3 km from the park headquarters.
Khao Khad Viewpoint - close to Jok Ka Din Waterfall. The highest
elevation viewpoint from which the surrounding forest and Jok Ka Din
Waterfall can be seen.
Khao Noi Cave - located in Taling Daeng village the cave contains a
Buddha image and stalactite and stalagmite.
Km 15 Viewpoint - located at km 15 of the Ban Rai - E-tong road, the
viewpoint is a good place to see the Khao Lam reservoir
Nern Sao Thong
- Nern Sao Thong (a Flagstaff mountain, named after the Thai flag on top) is
a mountain peak on the border of Thailand and Myanma. It hosts a permanent
Thai army camp, but can be visited to enjoy the views to Thailand and Myanmar.
What to Do
Trekking, caving.
Facilities
Headquarters - accommodation, restaurant, visitors center, parking
Accommodation
Camping site is available at the headquarters.
Transport
By car or by yellow public pick-up (line number 8280) going to E-Tong
village from Thong Pha Phum in Kanchanaburi province. The pick-up passes the
park headquarters as well as the turn-off to the Jok Ka Din waterfall.
More information
Department
of National Parks -
Thong Pha Phum page - more detailed information on attractions, accommodation, online
reservations, facilities etc.
Map of Thong Pha Phum National Park
Map of Thong Pha Phum National Park
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