Khao Chamao/Khao Wong National Park

Introducing Khao Chamao/Khao Wong National Park

Although less than 85 sq km, Khao Chamao/Khao Wong National Park (0 3889 4378; reserve@dnp.go.th; admission 400B; 8.30am-4.30pm) is famous for limestone mountains, high cliffs, caves, dense forest and waterfalls. Secreted in the rugged landscape are tigers, wild elephants and bears. It is inland from Ban Phe, 17km north of the Km 274 marker off Hwy 3. To get to the park, take a sǎwngthǎew from Ban Phe to the marker for 40B, and another sǎwngthǎew (20B) to the park.

You can stay at a camp site (per person 50B) or rent a 2-person bungalow (600B to 800B). To book, email reserve@dnp.go.th, or phone 0 2562 0760.

Last updated: Nov 5, 2008