An introduction to Krabi
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Khao Phanom Bencha National Park
| Khao Phanom Bencha National Park The park office is at Ban Huai To, 20 kilometres from town. The park covers a total area of 50 square kilometres with high mountains and thick forests. Its marvellous scenery is enhanced by streams, waterfall, and wild animals. | Namtok Huai To is
some 500 meters from the park's office. The waterfall itself runs
down over rocks into 11 huge pools, each with their own name, such
as Wang Thewada, Wang Sok, and Wang Chan. Another waterfall is called
Namtok Huai Sa-de. The waterfall has 3 tiers and is 300 metres from
the park office. |
| Trekking to the peak of the Phanom Bencha Mountain, 1,397 metres high, is an interesting activity for adventurous tourists. Trekking takes at least 3 days, passing streams, waterfalls, caves and view points on high cliffs. | Admission is 200 baht per person. A tent can be rented at 50 baht per person per day. Contact the headquarters of Phanom Bencha National Park, P.O. Box 26 Amphoe Mueang, Krabi 81000, Tel: 0-7662-9013. |
