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What do you have just outside the gates of Khao Yai National Park ?

The areas surrounding Khao Yai have become very fashionable European looking enclaves. This Italian complex below adjoins the Juldis Resort & Spa. A lot of Thai tourists seeking photo opportunities and simply a weekend out frequent these enclaves. The well heeled have begun to acquire their second or third residential property in Khao Yai's posh ozone rich real estate developments. Khao Yai is a far cry from what it was even five years ago. Let's hope that development is eco friendly though it is bound to come at the cost of the park's animal habitat.

 

Views from Khao Yai National Park

 

 

 

 

Go camping at Khao Yai National Park

If you are willing to give up the comfort of a hotel, try pitching a tent at the Khao Yai National Park with the stars as your ceiling and planet earth for your bed.  An experience that gives you the feel of the great outdoors but not one for the faint hearted. The Park has two camp sites. 

#1) Pha Kluai Mai 

I personally prefer this one as it gives you more of a feel of being in a National Park and if you avoid the weekends, you are likely to enjoy solitude here. 

#2) Lam Ta Kong

Some people say though that Lam Ta Kong is the better of the two sites. It's larger, a better variety of terrain to choose from, more water features & the food shop is probably better stocked.

As the sites are only a few km's apart, it's not too much trouble to check them out before deciding on where to picth your tent.

The toilet and bath facilities are decent and clean though they can get messy over long weekends and New Year. Forget about hot water though...you're better off staying in a resort if that is a must. 

There are many waterfalls in the area of the national park. The largest and highest waterfall is Haew Narok Waterfall, it is a highlight of this park that I think you shouldn’t miss it. It’s located at the south end of Khao Yai National Park. Some other waterfalls are Haew Suwat Waterfall, Wang Haew Waterfall, Kongkaew Waterfall, Pha Kloi Mai Waterfall, Mai Plong Waterfall, Haew Sai Waterfall, Manaw Waterfall, Tad Ta Phu Waterfall and so on. If you happen to visit for the day, at least go to Haew Suwat Waterfall, its easiest to reach just by car and beautiful. The Hollywood film "The Beach" was shot here. 

This is the restaurant block and you get basic meals here for a cost that will not exceed THB 50 per person per meal. They also have giant coolers with an array of non alcohalic drinks and water. 

You have a choice of bringing your own tent or renting one from the park authorities. I would rather bring my own tent though as the cost of buying a small tent for two is just under THB 1000. In comparison, the cost of renting could be as much as THB 150 a day. Add the hygine angle and buying becomes a clincher. 

 

Best of Thailand: Khao Yai has some beautiful valleys and vistas

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Best of Thailand: Laze around your own pool at the Muthi Maya Resort Khao Yai and take in the subtle hues of the changing skies at dusk

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Thailand Tourism: Terano Restaurant at Khao Yai brings You a touch of the Mediterranean

In the same neighbourhood as Primo Posto Khao Yai, Terano attracts you with its ivy covered walls and its Italian look. 

If you drive North East for about 180 kilometres from Bangkok towards Khao Yai National Park, you will come upon a hinterland that is very green and reminds one of the hinterland of the Gold Coast. (The exact directions to get there are to take Highway No. 1 (Phahon Yothin) from Bangkok to Saraburi and then take Highway No. 2 (Mitraparp Highway). Then u-turn at KM 39 and turn left to Kudkla-Pansuek Road. Drive along the way about 20 kilometers  and you will hit Primo Posto about 5 kilometres before you reach  Thanarat Rd.) 

Thailand Tourism: Don't miss Terano Restaurant at Khao Yai

Best of Thailand: Toscana Valley Khao Yai is an ideal place to retire in Thailand

If you are into nature and are looking for a retirement home that has great ozone cover, look no further than Toscana Valley. And yes, a very fat bank balance would help you to buy a home here.

Toscana Valley Club House & Restaurant

Welcome to the ultimate  luxury living at Khao Yai's  most exclusive private community - Toscana Valley. Inspired by Tuscany in Italy, you'll reside in nearly 2000 acres of rolling hills, lakes, vibrant silky oaks and junipers. Enjoy the finest valley-style golf unique to Asia. Explore vast tropical mountainside on horseback. Grasp truly unique moments offered by the relaxing landscape. Or have an Italian meal at the  grand clubhouse and soak in the view.

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Tours in Thailand: Primo Posto Khao Yai is an interesting venue for events such as weddings, product launches or even a concert in the park!

If you drive North East for about 180 kilometres from Bangkok towards Khao Yai National Park, you will come upon a hinterland that is very green and reminds one of the hinterland of the Gold Coast. (The exact directions to get there are to take Highway No. 1 (Phahon Yothin) from Bangkok to Saraburi and then take Highway No. 2 (Mitraparp Highway). Then u-turn at KM 39 and turn left to Kudkla-Pansuek Road. Drive along the way about 20 kilometers  and you will hit Primo Posto about 5 kilometres before you reach  Thanarat Rd.) 

Tours in Thailand: Don't miss Primo Posto Khao Yai - Thailand Tourism at its best!

Muthi Maya Forest Pool Villa Resort is a tranquil place to recharge body and soul

 

If you drive 180 kilometres north east of Bangkok and take the road going to Nakorn Ratchasima, and head towards the Khao Yai National Park, you will stumble upon the Muthi Maya Forest Pool Villas. Built as luxury residences for the well heeled, this enclave of posh houses is rented back by the well healed to the resort to lease for a daily rate to the not so well heeled who would like to enjoy paradise for a couple of days and can see how the other side live. 

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