Lying
in Kanchanaburi province, the Chaloem Rattanakosin National Park presents
number of natural attractions like cool pleasant caves and frothy
waterfalls, in addition to the thrilling wildlife. Watching rare animals and
birds in natural habitat becomes a memorable experience for the wildlife
enthusiasts.Synopsis
| Country | Thailand |
| Location | 94 kilometers from Kanchanaburi town |
| Accessibility | Through road |
| Accommodation | Bungalows and Camping |
| Best time to visit | November to January |
Park Residents
» More than 60 species of birds reside in the Park including Coppersmits Barbets, Oriental Pied Hornbills, Tickell's Blue, Francolin, Red-Flydatchers.
» A special Park resident is the 'barking tree frog'. It's croak resembles a dog's bark.
Tour Attractions
Apart from animal and bird life, the main attractions of the Park are Tham Lod Noi Cave and Tham Lod Yai Cave:
Tham Lod Noi Cave
This 300 meters cave is studded with impressive stalactites. The small stream inside makes the air cool and pleasant.
Tham Lod Yai Cave
Located
at a distance of 2 km away from it's sister, the cave is an ancient
graveyard, for weapons and skeletons have been found in it. And the stream
is also there.In addition to these caves, Than Thong, Than Ngoen, and Trai Trueng waterfalls are in the area of the park.
Topography & Vegetation
Most part of the Park is covered by dry evergreen forest, while some is occupied by bamboo forest. The Park has undulating land, consisting complicated limestone mountains. The highest peak is Kam Pang Mountain Peak, which is 1,260 meters tall. The mountainous area of the Park is also the watershed of Mae Klong river.
General Information
» This is Thailand's 17th National Park sprawling over an area of 59 square kilometers.
» The Park was designated the status of National Park in 1980.
Climate
| Summer | February to May |
| Rainy | June to October |
| Cold | November to January |
| Best time to visit | November to January |
How To Reach
The Park is located at the distance of about 96 kilometers from Kanchanaburi town. Drive. Drive, preferably on a four-wheeled vehicle, to Nong Pru district, and then to Ban Tha Lamyat. An unmetalled road takes to the Park headquarters.
Accommodation
Bungalow accommodation and camping facilities available.
Address
Chaloem Rattanakosin National Park
P.O. Nongprue Amphur Nongprue
Kanchanaburi - 71220
