Khao Yai National Park Day Tour: Haew Narok & Suwat Hike

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What’s the experience like?

The van ride out of Bangkok is a bit longer than you’d expect—just enough time to watch the city fade into green hills. Our guide, P’Nok, handed out chilled towels and bottles of water right after we passed the main gate on the Prachinburi side. The air smelled different here—sort of earthy, with a hint of wild ginger if you paid attention. First stop: Haew Narok Waterfall. It’s about a kilometer walk from the road, mostly shaded but you’ll feel the humidity cling to your shirt. The sound of cicadas gets louder as you get closer, then suddenly you hear the waterfall before you see it. There’s a safe trail down the cliff—steep steps, but worth it for that first glimpse through the trees.

Haew Suwat was next. You might recognize it from that Leonardo DiCaprio movie, but in real life it’s quieter than you’d think. We found a spot under some big fig trees—good shade while we watched water tumble over the rocks (though in dry season, it’s more of a trickle). No swimming allowed here, but honestly, just sitting on one of those warm boulders listening to birds was enough. Around noon, we drove past Sai Sorn Reservoir. Locals call it Mo Singto; it’s not huge but you’ll often catch deer or monkeys sneaking down for a drink. Saw a couple taking wedding photos by the water—apparently that’s popular here.

Lunch came just in time—simple Thai dishes at a local place near the park HQ. I still remember how sweet the pineapple tasted after all that walking. Afterward, we checked out the Visitor Centre. It’s got displays on local wildlife and maps if you want to plan your own hike later. Last up was KM 30 Viewpoint on Thanarat Road—a quick stop for one last look at those endless green hills before heading back to Bangkok. If you’re lucky with timing, there’s sometimes a cool breeze up there even in April.