Top 5 National Park Day Trips in Thailand

1.Khao Yai National Park Small-Group Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 704 reviews · 11 hours · from $46Our pick

Spend 11 hours exploring Khao Yai from Bangkok with an English-speaking guide and park ranger. Walk the Nong Phak Chi trail, visit three wildlife areas and two waterfalls, and watch for deer, monkeys, hornbills, and elephants. Guides such as Angie, Surina, Tank, and Niranya are praised for their care and humor.

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Outstanding Full-Day Experience at Khao Yai National Park! We took the Khao Yai National Park from Bangkok (Full Day) tour, and it was truly exceptional, thanks in no small part to our incredible guide, Angie. Angie's warmth, humor, and heart made the entire day a delightful and memorable experience. She delivered a fantastic amount of engaging information about the park's diverse flora and fauna, as well as captivating facts about Thailand itself. Every moment was entertaining and informative. Angie always had a bright smile for every participant, making us feel genuinely welcome and cared for throughout the journey. She turned a simple day trip into a truly special adventure.…”

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2.Doi Inthanon National Park, Waterfall & Royal Project Day Tour From Chiang Mai

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 352 reviews · from $31Best value

Travel from Chiang Mai to Doi Inthanon National Park in a small group of up to 15, stopping at two waterfalls, Thailand’s highest point, the King and Queen Pagodas, and Ban Mae Klang Luang. Guides such as Paula, Oil, Yak, and Choo lead the day. Lunch and hotel pickup are included, but park and pagoda fees are extra.

“The day went abit longer than expected however it was very welcome! The tour guide was excellent! Very lovely and she was always happy to explain everything and help however she could! The sites were very nice and good to see also! We Read more”

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3.Doi Inthanon National Park Eco-Friendly Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 248 reviews · from $43

Travel from Chiang Mai to Thailand’s highest peak with an English-speaking guide, stopping at Ang Ka Nature Trail, twin royal pagodas, village coffee makers, and Wachirathan Falls. Expect a 10-hour day, a maximum of nine people, hotel pickup, and extra fees for park entry and pagodas.

“The trio was spectacular. The waterfalls and the summit area with the twin pagodas and flowers were breathtaking Our guide was very knowledgeable and nice The food at restaurant stop was great and the coffee area we visited was very interesting”

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4.Doi Inthanon National Park with Nature Trail Trekking 1-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 230 reviews · from $47

Travel from Chiang Mai to Thailand’s highest mountain in a small group of up to 13. Visit Wachirathan Falls, the summit, twin pagodas, a hill market, and a seasonal nature trail. Lunch and entry fees are included. Guides may include Choo, Billy, Oliver, or Kalaya.

“Booked this as a solo traveler since it is a must-do from Chiang Mai. Mediocre experience. Lots of time wasted before getting to the national park (~1h picking up from hotels, ~40 min stop at gas station for food) meaning the actual 2h hike takes place during the hottest part of the day (1-3p). The tour guide provides no value (no explanation of history, doesn’t walk around the pagodas or waterfall with you).”

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5.Khao Sok: Elephant Day Care, & Bamboo Rafting Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 109 reviews · 5 hours · from $79Top rated

Spend five busy hours around Khao Sok with an English or German-speaking guide, meeting rescued elephants, making medicinal treats, bathing them, rafting the Sok River, tasting bamboo coffee, learning papaya salad, and stopping at a viewpoint, waterfall, and temple.

“everything was amazing, the guide was very friendly and accommodating, iris , he was great!”

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