Nature Tourism

Sai Thong waterfall

The area covers the forest of Phang Huei mountain range and Phraya Pho mountain range. It is bordered by Pa Hin Ngam national park and Phu Laen Kha national park. There are 4 nature trails, restaurants, lodges, and camping grounds. Accommodations can be reserved at the national park, tel. 089-2823437, and there are a variety of interesting attractions. Attractions not to be missed Thung Bua Sawan or Siam tulip  fields Pha Hum Hod- cliff that extends out Pha Pho Muang- sandstone cliff 900 m above sea level   Sai Thong waterfall- a beautiful small waterfall Activities not to be missed Walking to see the Siam tulip fields in the Bua Sawan field Taking photos and post tem on social media at Pha Hum Hod Seeing the beautiful scenery on Pha Pho Muang Enjoying cool water at Sai Thong waterfall Address: tambon Wang Takhe, amphoe Nong Bua Rawe, Chaiyaphum 36250 Opening hours: Monday – Friday from 8.30 am – 4.30 pm Recommended tourist season: If you come to see Siam tulips, come around June-August. In winter, there will be flower fields such as Utricularia delphinioides, bladderwort, blackfoot daisy, and Melampodium divaricatum all over the area. How to get there: It is about 70 km from the center of Chaiyaphum and about 37 km from amphoe Nong Bua Rawe, along the National Highway No. 225, Chaiyaphum – Nakhon Sawan. พิกัดการเดินทาง/GPS : https://goo.gl/maps/ctZyrVPBRhc3Wm7r9

Tad Ton National Park

“Covering some areas of the Phu Laen Kha mountain range, it has waterfalls that flow against the rock slabs, creating a beautiful picture, such as Tad Ton waterfall, Tad Fa waterfall, and Pha Iang waterfall within the park. Each waterfall is striking.” Must-see attractions Tad Ton waterfall-one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the Northeastern region. Tad Fa waterfall– a beautiful waterfall with natural slides Pha Iang waterfall– with peaceful atmosphere suitable for relaxation   Activities not to be missed Swimming on the stone terrace and basin at Tad Ton waterfall Enjoying natural slides at Tad Fa waterfall Relaxing under the shade of trees at Pha Iang waterfall. On December 25, 2015, Tad Ton officers discovered the Khmer alphabet in the park. In May 2017, HRH princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn on opening the library at the NFE in Chaiyaphum province learned about this Khmer alphabet and was very interested. She asked the officers why it was just discovered. She took out her phone and took pictures. Address: tambon Na Fai, amphoe Mueang Chaiyaphum, Chaiyaphum 36000 Opening hours: Every day 8.30 am-6 pm Recommended travel season: During the rainy season when the water abounds and the waterfall is very beautiful How to get there: From Chaiyaphum city, travel along Highway 2051 approx. 20 km to the park office http://park.dnp.go.th Page: Tad Ton National Park พิกัดการเดินทาง/GPS : https://goo.gl/maps/MQpZfLS8or2R6C9e8

Sai Thong National Park

The area covers the forest of Phang Huei mountain range and Phraya Pho mountain range. It is bordered by Pa Hin Ngam national park and Phu Laen Kha national park. There are 4 nature trails, restaurants, lodges, and camping grounds. Accommodations can be reserved at the national park, tel. 089-2823437, and there are a variety of interesting attractions. Attractions not to be missed – Thung Bua Sawan or Siam tulip  fields – Pha Hum Hod- cliff that extends out – Pha Pho Muang- sandstone cliff 900 m above sea level – Sai Thong waterfall- a beautiful small waterfall Activities not to be missed – Walking to see the Siam tulip fields in the Bua Sawan field – Taking photos and post tem on social media at Pha Hum Hod – Seeing the beautiful scenery on Pha Pho Muang – Enjoying cool water at Sai Thong waterfall Address: tambon Wang Takhe, amphoe Nong Bua Rawe, Chaiyaphum 36250 Opening hours: Monday – Friday from 8.30 am – 4.30 pm Recommended tourist season: If you come to see Siam tulips, come around June-August. In winter, there will be flower fields such as Utricularia delphinioides, bladderwort, blackfoot daisy, and Melampodium divaricatum all over the area. How to get there: It is about 70 km from the center of Chaiyaphum and about 37 km from amphoe Nong Bua Rawe, along the National Highway No. 225, Chaiyaphum – Nakhon Sawan. Page : Sai Thong National Park พิกัดการเดินทาง/GPS : https://goo.gl/maps/Q8EbGkzYfVHQZo3XA

Pha Keung

It is a part of Phu Laen Kha. If travelling along the Chaiyaphum-Nong Bua Daeng route, you will see a high cliff along the way like a crescent moon sticking out. The villagers therefore call it Pha Keung, which means moon in Isan language. In addition, in the temple area, there is a relic of Pha Keung and a museum of antiques. Pha Keung is located about 36 km from the city on Highway No. 2159 (Chaiyaphum – Nong Bua Daeng). Activities not to be missed – Enjoying a beautiful view from high – Paying respect to the Chaiyaphum Phithak Buddha image at wat Chaiyaphum Phithak (Pha Keung). – Visiting the museum of antiques at wat Chaiyaphum Pithak (Pha Keung) Address: tambon Kut Chum Saeng, amphoe Nong Bua Daeng, Chaiyaphum province 36210 Opening hours: Every day from 8 am-5 pm Recommended travel season: All seasons How to get there : From the city of Chaiyaphum, take Highway No. 2159 (Chaiyaphum-Nong Bua Daeng), a distance of which is  36 km. Pha Keung is along Highway No. 2159. Tel: 092-647-1008. พิกัดการเดินทาง/GPS : https://goo.gl/maps/18jds13Zv8AMFoTcA

Nam Phut Thap Lao

Nam Phut Thap Lao arboretum was established in 1993 in the area of Phu Sam Phak Nam national reserved forest. The topography of the area is plain at the foot of the hill. There is a large spring of water in the middle of the clear, clean pond without smell, flowing like a stream in sandy gravel. The forest condition is mixed forest. Activities not to be missed – Taking a cool swim Address: tambon Huai Yang, amphoe Khon San, Chaiyaphum province 36180 Opening hours: Every day from 8 am – 5 pm High season: All seasons How to get there : From Khon San district office, take Highway No. 2055 along the road for about 9 km, you will see a sign indicating the direction to Nam Phut Thap Lao. Turn right for another 3 km to reach the Nam Phut Thap Lao arboretum. Tel: 044-822-502, 086-468-8894 Page : Nam Phut Thap Lao arboretum lovers พิกัดการเดินทาง/GPS : https://goo.gl/maps/SrwtJM3RQxJks8uK6

Phu Khieo Wildlife Sanctuary (Thung Ka Mang)

It has a territory covering forest areas in Khon San, Kaset Somboon and Nong Bua Daeng districts. It has an area of ​​approximately 1,800 km2, taking care of wildlife conservation, cultivation and propagation of wild animals.  In the years 1983 and 1992, a royal project initiated by Her Majesty Queen Sirikit released wild animals in this area, such as barking deer, mouse deer, deer and birds. Thung Kamang is open for visitors from 8 am-3 pm and will not open for field trips from the end of August for 3 months as the area is rich in forests and wildlife. Must-see attractions Thung Kamang– vast grassland where many wild animals forage Bird watching area– with a variety of rare birds Pang Muang viewpoint– seeing Phu Kradueng as far as the eye can see Activities not to be missed – Seeing animals at Thung Kamang. A safari in Thailand where you are close up with wildlife – Watching birds come out to feed in the water – Seeing the view of the green forest and on some days you will even see the sea of mist Address: tambonThung Lui Lai, amphoe Khon San, Chaiyaphum province 36180 Opening hours: Every day from 8 am – 4 pm Recommended travel season: All seasons How to get there: From Chaiyaphum province, take Highway No. 201, continue along Highway No. 2055, you will find a wildlife sanctuary on the left. The distances is approximately 24-25 km. Page: Phu Khieo Wildlife Sanctuary Tel: 02-561-4292-3 ext. 711 พิกัดการเดินทาง/GPS : https://goo.gl/maps/X99PazTHXhRConnLA

Pa Hin Ngam National Park

Experience the field of Siam tulips or the heavenly lotus, the queen of trees, that gradually bloom in pink and purple throughout the forest during June-August. Inside the park office, there will be a tram to travel to various points.  A must-see attraction Pha Sud Paen Din-the highest point of the Northeastern Siam tulip field– nationally known flowers of Chaiyaphum province Lan Hin Noh– an intricately arranged stone courtyard Lan Hin Ngam– many strangely-shaped stones Activities not to be missed – Viewing the highest point of the Northeastern region – Seeing beautiful pink Siam tulip fields – Seeing strangely- shaped rocks which are natural wonders Address: Moo 9, tambon Ban Rai, amphoe Thep Sathit, Chaiyaphum 36230 Opening hours: Every day from 6 am – 6 pm Recommended travel season: during the rainy season around June-August How to get there: From Chaiyaphum city, take Highway No. 225, and continue with Highway No. 2354. The distance is 93 km. Page: Pa Hin Ngam National Park พิกัดการเดินทาง/GPS : https://goo.gl/maps/irBzMz5ntKrYRS256

Sap Yai windmill field

Sap Yai Windmill field is a clean energy power generation project with over 100 plants completed. They are inserted between the farms and surrounded by vast grasslands, enabling a beautiful landscape that makes it a tourist attraction. Activities not to be missed – Seeing the beautiful landscape – Taking photos with a large windmill Address: tambon Sap Yai, amphoe Sap Yai, Chaiyaphum 36130 Opening hours: Every day from 8 am – 6 pm High season: All seasons How to get there: Take the rural road No. 4020 to the side of Sap Yai subdistrict administrative organization for about 1 km, and you will find a field of Sap Yai windmills. พิกัดการเดินทาง/GPS : https://goo.gl/maps/VbnXiDZFyKsFe3Nx9

Tad Ton National Park

“Covering some areas of the Phu Laen Kha mountain range, it has waterfalls that flow against the rock slabs, creating a beautiful picture, such as Tad Ton waterfall, Tad Fa waterfall, and Pha Iang waterfall within the park. Each waterfall is striking.” Must-see attractions Tad Ton waterfall-one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the Northeastern region. Tad Fa waterfall– a beautiful waterfall with natural slides Pha Iang waterfall– with peaceful atmosphere suitable for relaxation Activities not to be missed – Swimming on the stone terrace and basin at Tad Ton waterfall – Enjoying natural slides at Tad Fa waterfall – Relaxing under the shade of trees at Pha Iang waterfall. On December 25, 2015, Tad Ton officers discovered the Khmer alphabet in the park. In May 2017, HRH princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn on opening the library at the NFE in Chaiyaphum province learned about this Khmer alphabet and was very interested. She asked the officers why it was just discovered. She took out her phone and took pictures. Address: tambon Na Fai, amphoe Mueang Chaiyaphum, Chaiyaphum 36000 Opening hours: Every day 8.30 am – 6 pm Recommended travel season: During the rainy season when the water abounds and the waterfall is very beautiful How to get there: From Chaiyaphum city, travel along Highway 2051 approx. 20 km to the park office Page : Tad Ton National Park พิกัดการเดินทาง/GPS : https://goo.gl/maps/haMw5bJ1CVK132ev7