Khao Lak - a microcosm of tropical wilderness and unspoiled nature along a 30-km stretch of the Andaman coast overlooked and bypassed by mainstream tourism, until recently, this ‘off-the-beaten track’ destination has been the best kept secret among a handful of predominantly European world travellers in search of pristine nature and wide open spaces far away from the crowds and nightlife.

The Khao Lak-Lamru National Park covers an area of 78,125 rai, equivalent to 125 sq kilometres. The park was established in August 1991 and is the 67th national park in Thailand.

The Khao Lak-Lamru National Park features hilly landscape covered by lush evergreen forests consisting of moist hill evergreen forests, coastal evergreen forests and beach forests.

With the highest peak at 1,077 metres above sea level, the forested highlands of Khao Lak, Khao Lamru, Khao Sangtong, Khao Maikaew and Khao Plaibangtoh are the source of several important rivers such as the Phang-nga River, the Takuapa River and many other streams or ‘klongs’.

Within the park, the park authorities have designated special zones for ecotourism activities such as jungle-trekking, camping, picnic areas, swimming, rafting, birdwatching and butterfly.

Beaches
“Rock Beach”, approximately 300 metres north of park headquarters, is a scenic beach with coral outcrops and colourful aquatic life to be found in the crystal clear waters around huge boulders.

“Secluded Beach”, as its name suggests is hidden away, 800 metres from the park headquarters. Rocky outcrops at both ends of the beach makes access from the beach area difficult. Along the trail that leads to Secluded Beach, there is a ‘foot print’ carved into a rock.

Waterfalls
The two popular waterfalls are Ton Chongfa Waterfall and Lamru Waterfall.

Ton Changfa Waterfall
Is a large waterfall that cascades down 5 levels at a height of 200 metres
The best time to visit is in December and January.

Getting there:
To get to the park, take Highway No. 4 to Wat Panasnikom Temple at Ban Bangniang Village, Amphoe Takuapa, Phang-nga province, to about 5 kms form the main road to the forest protection unit.

Lamru Waterfall
Is a medium-sized waterfall. It is fed by Klong Lamru (Lamru stream), a perennial creek. Groves of bamboo, rattans, palms, ferns and evergreen trees cover the surrounding area.

Getting there:
Take Highway No. 4090, approximately 4 kms from Kapong District Office to Ban Lamru Village. From this point, the distance to the waterfall is 1 km.

Lamprao Waterfall and Hinlad Waterfall
The Lamprao Waterfall with 3 levels and the Hinlad with 2 levels are fed by the Plaibangtoh Canal and several streams.

Getting there:
Take Highway No. 4090 and proceed towards Ban Tungka-ngok, Amphoe Muang,
Phang-nga province for approximately 4 kms. From this point, it is a short walk to the waterfall.

Khlong Lamru-Yai
One of the important streams in Tai Muang District, Khlong Lamru-Yai is a major stream that consists of many creeks, each with a small waterfall.

Getting there:
Take Highway No. 4 heading towards Tai Muang District. Then turn into a small lane near the post office in Lamkan Village. Then proceed towards the forest protection unit.

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Contact information:
The Khao Lak-Lamru National Park Headquarters
Tambon Kukkak, Takuapa District,
Phang-nga province 82190
Tel: +66 (0) 7642 0243

Guest House Service Office
Marine National Park Division
Royal Forest Department, Chatuchak,
Bangkok
Tel: +66 (0) 2561 2918 – 21