These rapids are in the
Sai Yai River, which originates in Khao Yai National
Park in Amphoe Na Di. There is a strong whirlpool
that requires quite an effort by skilful oarsmen to
clear the hazard. The trip takes one hour through
the rapids before running into smooth water about 2
hours towards the end of the journey. Raft riding
is possible here during the rainy season from June to
October. Kaeng Hin Phoeng rafting trips are organised
by resorts in Na Di district.
Covering Tambon
Bu Phram of Na Di, Prachin Buri; Pak Thong Chai, Wang
Nam Khiao, Khon Buri, Soeng Sang of Nakhon Ratchasima;
and Pakham of Buri Ram, this park has the area of about
2,240 square kilometres or 1,400,000 Rai. It has been
established on the 23rd of December 1981. The
attractions in the park are:
Lan
Forest and Rest Area Being the last natural palm
forest, near the Park’s Office, the rare palm trees in
this area have yellow flowers during April and June. In
the Park, there are also dry dipterocarp forests and
rainforests which are the habitats of wild animals, and
a variety of species of birds. The Rest Area of 20 rai
has many palm trees, and other plants.
Heo Nok Kok Waterfall
About 8 kilometres from Ban Thap Lan, this waterfall is
beautiful in the rainy season.
Thap Lan Reservoir This reservoir
is one kilometre from Ban Thap Lan. Surrounded by mountains,
and cool climate, this site is suitable for relaxation.
Huai Yai Waterfall Located in the
west of the Park, this large and beautiful waterfall is 50
metre high and 30 metre wide. Traveling: Using
highway No.304, at 79th kilometre, go for another
6 kilometres. The waterfall is in in Wang Nam Kheo, Nakhon
Ratchasima. In dry season, the waterfall can be reached by
car.
At present, no accommodation is available
in the Park. Tourists need to bring their own tents. For
more details, contact at P.O.Box 37, Kabin Buri Post Office,
Prachin Buri 25116 or at National Park Division, Forestry
Department, Bangkhen, Bangkok, Tel: 0 2561 4292 ext. 724
– 5, 0 2579 5734, 0 2579 7223.
Traveling From Kabin
Buri, use highway No.304 (Kabin Buri – Nakhon Ratchasima
route) for 32 kilometres. The Park is 90 kilometres from
Prachin Buri and 107 kilometres from Nakhon Ratchasima
