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Khao Yai
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Discover the best and most popular places to visit in Khao Yai and Nakhon Ratchasima. From lush flower farms, majestic nature, and European-style villages to premium cafes and adventure parks.
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Khao Yai National Park
Thailand’s third largest national park and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Inside, you can explore various nature trails, waterfalls, and viewpoints.
- Khao Yai National Park Visitor Center: Get trekking maps and check weather conditions.
- Kong Kaew Waterfall: A beautiful, easily accessible waterfall near the headquarters.
- Pha Trom Jai Viewpoint: The best spot for sunrise and a spectacular sea of mist.
- Pha Diao Dai Cliff: A short trek to a stunning cliff edge view.
- Sai Sorn Reservoir: A peaceful reservoir perfect for photography.
- Haew Suwat Waterfall: Famous from the movie “The Beach”.
- Haew Narok Waterfall: The largest and most powerful waterfall in the park.+500 THB surcharge
- Nong Phak Chi Watchtower: Great for wildlife spotting (deer, elephants) in the late afternoon.
- Night Safari: Join a guided night tour to spot porcupines and nocturnal animals.
Nam Phud Pak Chong (Ban Tha Chang Spring)
A hidden natural spring where blue-green water bubbles up year-round. It features 4 levels of natural pools and small waterfalls. It’s a great spot for a cool dip, kayaking, or a relaxing picnic surrounded by lush nature.
Luang Phor Thuat Khao Yai
The world’s largest statue of Luang Phor Thuad, standing at 111 meters tall. Set in a 35-rai beautifully landscaped garden with seasonal flowers. A highly auspicious site that offers panoramic views of the surrounding mountains.
Wat Pa Phu Hai Long
A peaceful forest monastery in the tradition of Luang Pu La. In the early morning, the chapel appears to float above a thick sea of mist. Perfect for meditation, seeking tranquility, and capturing breathtaking sunrise photos.
Hokkaido Flower Park Khaoyai
A 20-rai flower park featuring seasonal blooms like cosmos, verbena, and marguerites. The highlight is a Japanese-style Gassho-zukuri house resembling Shirakawa-go. Includes a cafe, souvenir shop, and rental yukata for authentic photos.
Take Me Home Park Khaoyai
A unique flower farm featuring a real airplane turned into a cafe! Surrounded by colorful flowers and a carousel. Very pet-friendly. The entry fee can be fully used as a discount for food, drinks, or ice cream inside.
K Hmong Alpaca Khao Yai
Feel like you’re in New Zealand at this 50-rai farm. Features alpacas and sheep roaming on green grass with a castle backdrop. Alpacas are released at specific times (07:30-08:30 and 16:30-17:30) for feeding and photos.
The Peak Flower Land
A beautiful flower garden with a cafe set amidst colorful blooms and mountains. Also a mini zoo with goats, pigs, Merino sheep, and rabbits. Entry fee can be used for food and drinks. Pet-friendly.
StardoiFarm Khaoyai
A sheep farm featuring the most Corriedale sheep in Thailand. Offers a cafe, sheep feeding, a carousel, and activities like horse riding and kayaking. Great for families looking for a full day of activities.
KhaoYai Flowers Hill
A 70-rai flower hill with millions of blooms. Features a 360-degree skywalk for stunning photos and a mini zoo with rabbits, turtles, and goats. The cafe offers refreshing drinks with a panoramic view.
Floryday Khaoyai
A hillside cafe and terraced flower field surrounded by colorful blooms, windmills, and mini balloons. Also features cute pygmy goats to feed. The entry fee can be used for drinks and bakery items.
Sweet & Green
An organic farm with a ‘Lovingly Grown’ concept. Offers ‘Pick your own’ tomatoes and vegetables, a healthy shop, and workshops like painting canvas bags or pots. A great educational trip for families.
Bonanza Exotic Park
A 100-rai exotic zoo featuring alpacas, giraffes, white lions, red pandas, and orangutans. A short 700m circular walk makes it an easy and fun family trip. You can buy food to feed the friendly animals up close.
PB Valley Winery
Thailand’s premium winery. Take a guided tour through the vineyards, learn the wine-making process, and end with a tasting session. The Great Hornbill Grill offers excellent steak.
GranMonte Vineyard
A beautiful, family-run vineyard offering premium wines. Enjoy wine tasting, vineyard tours, and fine dining at the VinCotto restaurant.
Rai Manee Sorn Sunflower
A massive sunflower field that blooms beautifully from November to January. Perfect for photography and enjoying the scenic countryside.
Farm Mor Por
A charming local farm offering fresh produce, beautiful flower gardens, and a relaxing atmosphere. Great for families looking for a quiet retreat.
The Mango house farm
A rustic farm offering fresh mango products and a peaceful environment. Enjoy farm tours, fruit picking (in season), and local snacks.
The Birder’s Lodge
A nature lover’s paradise offering bird watching, beautiful gardens, and a relaxing cafe. Perfect for those seeking tranquility and wildlife photography.
Art tree Khaoyai
A nature-surrounded cafe with plenty of photo spots. The highlight is a cute miniature train that takes you around the cafe’s grounds. Offers food, drinks, and desserts in a relaxing atmosphere.
Assana Cafe Khaoyai
A chill cafe surrounded by nature, featuring a small stream and flower gardens. Offers indoor and outdoor seating. Also features a cute train ride through the garden. Perfect for cooling off on a hot day.
Blossom Bloom Cafe
A minimalist white cafe situated in green fields surrounded by flowers. Gives off a foreign vibe. Very pet-friendly, perfect for a relaxing afternoon with your furry friends.
Toscana Valley
An Italian Tuscany-style village, hotel, and cafe. Features beautiful architecture, cobblestone paths, and stunning photo spots that make you feel like you’re in Europe. Great for a romantic lunch.
Monogram Cafe Khaoyai
A Korean-style minimalist white cafe set in green fields with panoramic mountain views. Offers both air-conditioned indoor and natural outdoor seating. Pet-friendly.
Bucolic Khaoyai
A European-style cafe offering panoramic mountain views. Wheelchair and stroller accessible. The entry fee is a coupon usable for food and drinks inside. Great for sunsets.
Within Khaoyai
A foreign-vibe cafe featuring a Stonehenge-like photo spot. Famous for its Maritozzi (Italian cream bun) and homemade bagels. The entry fee is usable for drinks. Offers indoor and outdoor seating.
Like a Mountain Khao Yai
A beautifully designed cafe surrounded by trees. Features both minimalist indoor seating and an outdoor zone overlooking a small lake, rice fields, and mountains. Great for a quiet afternoon.
EL Café Khaoyai
A warm, minimalist white cafe with a Korean vacation home vibe. Surrounded by lush nature. Famous for its freshly baked Cruffle Fruity. Pet-friendly with ample parking.
Lago di Khao Yai
A Scandinavian-style log home cafe and restaurant. Offers a warm atmosphere, a beautiful garden to stroll in, and an extensive menu from brunch to dinner. Highly recommended for couples.
Banyakart Khao Yai
A cafe that changes its theme by season. Features a “Bring the outside in” concept, decorated with various flowers. Offers healthy drinks and bakery items. Has a sky bar with great views.
Khao Yai Art Museum
A 20-rai art museum showcasing masterpieces by renowned Thai artists like Thawan Duchanee and Chalermchai Kositpipat. Surrounded by beautiful gardens and outdoor sculptures with panoramic mountain views.
Chocolate Factory
A premium cafe and restaurant housed in a stunning glass building. Offers a wide range of handmade chocolates, pastries, and fine dining with a great view.
Pirom cafe
A stylish cafe offering premium coffee and delicious pastries. Known for its relaxing atmosphere and modern, chic interior design.
Please don’t tell
A hidden gem of a cafe with a secret, cozy atmosphere. Offers unique drinks and desserts. Perfect for those looking for a quiet spot away from the crowds.
Lookkai Cafe
A cozy local cafe offering great coffee and homemade cakes. Features a rustic, homey atmosphere that makes you feel right at home.
Khao Yai Fantasy Resort
An adventure and water park open to day-trippers. Offers ATV riding, cable cars, go-karts, and a water park. A complete destination for family fun. Buy tickets per activity or a package for 12 activities.
Adnature Kayak Khaoyai
Kayaking at the Nam Phud natural spring. Offers short 600m routes for beginners or a full 2km trip (1 hour) enjoying the serene, blue-green water and nature. A relaxing way to cool off.
Farm Chokchai
One of Thailand’s largest dairy farms. A cowboy-themed agricultural tourism destination. Offers farm tours (by car or tractor tram), horse riding, cycling, and its famous steak and Umm! ice cream.
Thongsomboon Club
An adventure park with over 18 activities including ATV, horse riding, shooting, and buggy cars. Also features cowboy-style photo props with full costumes for rent. Great for groups of friends.
Rancho Charnvee Resort & Country Club
A 5-star European country-style resort on 700 rai. Offers horse riding, Morgan car drives, golf, and swimming. Open to day visitors for activities and dining. A perfect place for a luxurious afternoon.
Primo Piazza
An Italian-inspired lifestyle shopping village. Features beautiful architecture, trendy shops, and a relaxing atmosphere. Great for a leisurely stroll and taking photos.
Pete’s Maze
A fun and challenging hedge maze located in the heart of Khao Yai. Great for families and groups looking for a playful outdoor activity.
Thanaratch Elephants
Experience ethical elephant watching in their natural habitat. Join a guided safari to spot wild elephants, gibbons, and hornbills in the early morning or late afternoon.
Speedkart
Experience thrilling go-kart racing on a professional outdoor track. Perfect for adrenaline junkies, families, and groups of friends looking for some high-speed fun.
Baan Mai Chay Nam
A historic wooden house restaurant offering a wide variety of delicious Thai and international dishes in a charming, vintage atmosphere.
Midwinter Green
An iconic cafe and restaurant set in a large glass house surrounded by nature. Offers a great menu, live music on weekends, and a relaxing atmosphere.
Dairy Home Restaurant
Known for its fresh dairy products, especially homemade ice cream and milkshakes. Also serves a variety of Thai and Western dishes. A great spot for breakfast or lunch.
Krua Kampan
A restaurant offering authentic Thai cuisine with a focus on fresh, local ingredients. The beautiful garden setting adds to the dining experience.
Ribs Mann
Specializing in mouth-watering BBQ ribs and grilled meats. A must-visit for meat lovers looking for hearty, smoky flavors.
Mother Say No
A trendy restaurant known for its creative Thai dishes and stylish, modern decor. Offers a unique dining experience with a focus on presentation.
Itaewon class
A Korean-inspired restaurant and bar offering Korean BBQ, fried chicken, and a variety of soju. Features a vibrant, modern atmosphere.
PenLaos
Offers authentic Laotian cuisine with a beautiful view of the mountains. Known for its spicy salads, grilled meats, and traditional sticky rice.
Kung Yai Nai Pa
A seafood restaurant located in a forest setting, offering giant freshwater prawns and other seafood dishes. A unique dining experience in nature.
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Navigating mountain roads, finding hidden viewpoints, and dealing with unpredictable weather is tiring. Book a private, professional driver who knows the route like the back of their hand.
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