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Nakhon Ratchasima Province
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Pakchong Area &
Wang Nam Khio |
Khao Yai National Park is situated in the Sankambeng
Mountain Range, the southern prolongation of the Dong Phaya
Yen Mountains, at the southwestern boundary of the Khorat
Plateau.
This park lies largely in
Nakhon Ratchasima
Province (Khorat), but also includes parts of
Saraburi province,
Prachinburi province and
Nakhon
Nayok province.
The park is the second largest in Thailand. It covers an
area of 2,168 square kilometers, including evergreen forests
and grasslands. Its altitude mostly ranges from 400 to 1000
m above sea level. There are 3,000 species of plants, 320
species of birds like red junglefowl and green peafowl and
67 species of mammals, including Asiatic black bears, Asian
elephants, gaur, tigers, gibbons, Indian sambar deer,
crab-eating macaque, Indian muntjac, dholes, and wild pigs.
Its waterfalls include the 80 metre Heo Narok, and
Heo Suwat made famous from the film The Beach.
Namtok Sarika is popular with the Thais.
Recent wildlife studies show that animal ranges,
particularly the few resident tigers, are impacted by human
activity near the center of the park. This study has not
impacted the government's call for private lodging
concessions within the park itself.
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Special Attention for
Khao Yai Hotels !
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For Khao Yai in the area
of the city of Pak Chong Nakhon Ratchasima Province we have
12 Hotels
listed.
To get more information for each property click the
links.
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| Pak Chong
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| 1.
Khao Yai Isaan Guesthouse |
frm
$29 USD
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| 2.
Pakchong Landmark Hotel |
frm $24 USD
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Mandarin Golden Valley Hotel |
frm $32 USD
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Juldis Khao Yai Resort |
frm $36 USD
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Phu Wanalee Resort |
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Chateau de Khao Yai Resort |
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Kirimaya Golf Resort & Spa |
frm $174 USD
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| 8.
Sak Phu Duen Hotel & Resort |
frm $51 USD
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| 9.
Greenery Resort, Khao Yai |
frm $51 USD
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| Nong Nam
Daeng Area |
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| 10.
khao Yai Garden Lodge |
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| Khanong Phra
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| 11.
Villa Paradis |
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Khiao Area: |
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Busai Country View Resort |
(outside map area, zoom to see) |
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Cities near Khao Yai !
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Buriram,
151 km. |
Nongkhai,
356 km. |
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Khon
Kean, 190 km. |
Saraburi,
152 km. |
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Surin, 198 km. |
Lopburi,
198 km. |
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Roiet,
235 km. |
Nakhonsawan,
327 km. |
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Kalasin,
260 km. |
Ayutthaya,
215 km. |
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Udorn
Thani, 305 km. |
Ubon
Ratchathani, 370 km. |
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Khao Yai
Some History ! |
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History of Khao Yai
Khao Yai National Park
(Thai เขาใหญ่) is a national
park in Thailand. It lies
largely in Nakhon Ratchasima
Province (Khorat), but also
includes parts of Saraburi,
Prachinburi and Nakhon Nayok
provinces. It was the country's
first national park, established
on September 18, 1962. A major
role in its establishment was
done by Boonsong Lekakul, one of
the 20th century's most famous
conservationists in Thailand.
The park is the second largest
in Thailand. It covers an area
of 2,168 square kilometers,
including evergreen forests and
grasslands. Its altitude mostly
ranges from 400 to 1000 m above
sea level. There are 3,000
species of plants, 320 species
of birds and 67 species of
mammals, including elephants,
tigers, gibbons, deer and wild
pigs. Its waterfalls include the
80 metre Haew Narok.
Namtok Sarika is popular with
the Thais.
In 1984 the park was made an
ASEAN Heritage Site, and on July
14 2005 the park together with
other parks in the Dong Phaya
Yen mountains was inscribed as a
UNESCO World Heritage Site under
the name Dong Phaya Yen–Khao
Yai Forest Complex. Lands
adjacent to the national park
are increasingly developed into
luxury hotels and golf courses
for weekending visitors from
Bangkok. Such development limits
wildlife corridors and
permanently reduces future
conservation and land
acquisition ability.

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Go to the
MAPS of Khao Yai National Park
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Khao Yai
World Heritage Site !
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Dong Phayayen-Khao Yai Forest Complex
The Dong Phayayen-Khao Yai Forest Complex
spans 230km between Ta Phraya National Park on the Cambodian
border in the east, and Khao Yai National Park in the west.
It is a rugged mountainous area ranging between 100m to
1,351m high with about 7,500 of its 615,500 hectares above
1,000m. The north side is drained by several tributaries of
the Mun River, itself a tributary of the Mekong River. The
southern side is drained by numerous scenic waterfalls and
gorges and four main fast streams that flow into the
Prachinburi River. The site is home to more than 800 species
of fauna, including 112 mammal species (among them two
species of gibbon), 392 species of birds and 200 reptiles
and amphibians. It is internationally important for the
conservation of globally threatened and endangered mammal,
bird and reptile species, among them 19 that are vulnerable,
four that are endangered, and one that is critically
endangered. The area contains substantial and important
tropical forest ecosystems, which can provide a viable
habitat for the long-term survival of these species.
Can
read here !
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Khao Yai Isaan Guesthouse
frm 29 $USD
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(Formerly Khao
Yai Residence)
About 175 km
Northeast from Bangkok lies Khao Yai - a big mountain region in
Thailand, that covers a area of about 2,200 sq. km. and is one of the
country’s largest and most beautiful national parks. In 1959 Khao Yai
was declared a nature reserve and is now home to 153 different species
of animals protected by law.
Read
Guest Reviews !
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Mandarin Golden Valley Hotel & Resort
frm 32 $USD
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All
accommodation, dinning and recreational facilities, in addition to being
of the highest European standard, have been designed to take full
advantage of this rare and majestic environment. This, together with
our very attentive and personalized Thai hospitality, ensures a totally
relaxing and memorable experience.
Read
Guest Reviews !
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Juldis Khao Yai Resort & Spa frm
36 $ USD
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Juldis Khao Yai Resort
and Spa "A door back to nature and your own private world", is located at 17th
km. on Thanarat Road, the main road leading to Khao Yai National Park, in
Thumbol Moo-Sri, Amphur Packchong, Nakhonrachasrima in the north-eastern of the
country. At a distance of only 180 km., approx. 2 hrs drive from Bangkok, the
area's first resort hotel is waiting to fill your days and nights with all the
modern creature comforts yet.
Read
Guest Reviews !
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Sak Phu Duen Hotel & Resort frm
51 $ USD
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Sak Phu Duen Hotel and
Resort locate amongst lush greenery mountains and surrounded with natural
breathtaking scenery and vivid skyline. Only 2 hours away from Bangkok, you can
start up your day with the outdoor activities at your choices. Enjoy the various
kinds of savory cuisines including famous local dishes.
Read
Guest Reviews !
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Greenery Resort, Khao Yai
frm 51 $ USD
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Khao Yai's first boutique hotel with
modern interior design in hotel building and the harmonious touch of beautifully
luxurious house. All designs are ensure refined service and exquisite
contemporary style of living.
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Kirimaya Golf Resort & Spa
frm 174 $ USD
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Leave the congestion of the city behind and enter the fresh green realm of Khao
Yai, Thailand’s premier national park where nature reigns supreme. In sight of
evergreen hills and grasslands, Kirimaya welcomes you to experience a natural
escape in the way of your choosing… a refreshingly innovative choice. |
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Fog Valley Private Resort
(No longer availabe via our website)
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The Fog Valley Private Resort is situated amidst lush greenery of approximately
200 rai in Wang Nam Khiew district, Nakorn Ratchasima Province, Thailand. 215
kilometers northeast of Bangkok, half an our journey via the resort's helicopter
from Bangkok International Airport, near the Thaplan National Park; famous for
the fertility of its tropical evergreen forest and numerous plant species.
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Rabiangdao Garden & Resort
(No longer availabe via our website)
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Visiting Baan Rabiang Dao can offer you a refreshing experience to those weary
of typical travel experience. On of the very first missions when you arrive Baan
Rabiang Dao, is to try on the Flash Dead Slide, the activity that you can
challenge yourself for a fun time. For adventurous, take up on rope climbing,
mountain bike, small hill hiking and even camp in a tent. |
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Pakchong Landmark Hotel
frm 24 $ USD
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Pakchong is the Gateway to the Northeast the rich and beautiful
area of Thailand. It will lead you to historic sides and culture of the people.
Pakchong is a district town in Nakorn Ratchasima province which was very
important city in the ancient days. It used to be governed by the high ranking
ruler called Chow-praya. |
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