Stunning Waterfalls in Thailand
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Waterfalls are a one of Thailand's most amaizing Natural Wonders, spanning the breadth of the country and varying in size and shape they define Thailand's wild areas!
The tallest waterfall in Thailand is Tak provinces Nam Tok Tilorsu. Tilorsu is the Karen Hilltribe’s word for black waterfall and Nam Tok is the Thai word for waterfall so the name actually means Waterfall Waterfall Black!!
Said to be one of the 6 most amazing waterfalls in the world for height and beauty it truly is a Natural Wonder of Thailand. At its highest point it is 900meters above sea level (including a 400meter drop!) and at it’s widest part can reach 400 meters! The best times of year to visit are between November to December just after the monsoon season has finished, however it is still possible at certain times in the monsoon to visit, although it will entail a 10 km trek to reach the area. Camping is also possible at the falls and probably best undertaken with a small group tour – easy to arrange from Amphur Um Pang and depending on time you can stretch your trip to take 2 - 3 days, stopping at hot springs and camping along the way. If you are limited on time then a 4 by 4 transfer to Um Pang wildlife sanctuary is available during the dry season (Nov - Dec) reducing the walk to a mere 1.5km self guided nature trail. Check for literature and guide services at the headquarters before entering the National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary or your local tour operator. 
Of course not all of Thailand’s waterfalls involve a 10km trek to reach, but they are all spectacular in their own right. Offering a real break from the hectic city environment where the vast majority of Thailand’s population lives, waterfalls and the nature that surrounds them refresh the mind and spirit. We urge you to get out there and enjoy them!
Within many of the kingdoms national parks you will find at least one waterfall and the majority are easy to access or have well marked trails right to them. For example, in the south, waterfalls such as Nam Tok Lam Pii in Phang Nga province and Nam Tok Ton Sai on Phuket Island are well sign posted and offer a welcome change from the normal tourist packed beaches.
In the center of the country there is Erawan National Park and Nam Tok Erawan, which is very easy to access, located in Kanchanaburi province. To the north there is Namtok Huai Kaeo-Bo, situated in Chiang Rai province, and to the west there is Namtok Mae Surin National Park which has numerous waterfalls and tributaries eventually leading into the Pai River. Needless to say there are waterfalls dotted throughout the kingdom, from the north to the south and from the east to the west. All you need to do is get out there and experience these wonders of nature....responsibly!
The Natural Wonders of Thailand are there to be found, whether it be the smallest ant or the tallest waterfall we wish to share them all with you, take your time to delve into Thailand’s National Parks and wild areas….we are posetive you wont be disappointed!
