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Pa La-u Waterfall is located in Kaeng Krachan National Park in Thailand's Prachuap Khiri Khan province. It's a popular day-trip destination around 60 km from Hua Hin, with beautiful forest pathways and clear ponds perfect for swimming and picnics. This picturesque waterfall is located in a protected region famed for its rich fauna, which includes birds, butterflies, and even elephants. Pa La-u Waterfall provides a tranquil sanctuary for nature lovers and outdoor explorers.
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Kaeng Krachan National Park, which is the largest national park in Thailand, was established in 1981. It covers over 2,900 square kilometers and was created to protect the rich wildlife and different ecosystems found in this area.
History of Pa La-U Waterfall
The waterfall comes from the Tanaosri Range that belongs to the Tenasserim Hills – a mountainous region along the border between Myanmar and Thailand. This creates an environment with various types of forests such as tropical evergreen and mixed deciduous.
History of Pa La-U Waterfall
Therefore, Pa La-u Waterfall has been involved in Thai conservation efforts since its inception as a natural wonder and tribute to preserving unique ecological systems within the country. As the park develops further, it still represents the beauty of nature in Thailand while trying to find ways how tourism can be integrated with conservation continuously.
The name of the “Pa La-U Waterfall” comes from the Karen word “La-U,” which means bamboo because there are a lot of bamboos in this waterfall area.
What to do in Pa La-U Waterfall
There are many wild animals that can be easily seen such as gibbons, elephants, hedgehogs and rare birds like red-headed trogons, green-billed malkohas, great slaty woodpeckers, rusty-breasted Cuckoos etc., so it is considered as another good place for bird watching. Moreover, butterfly watching also attracts lots of visitors. The best time for butterfly watching is between 7:00 am and 10:00 am.
What to do in Pa La-U Waterfall
This stunning 11-tier rock waterfall is located in the lush green forest of Kaeng Krachan national park where many different types of birds and butterflies can be seen, especially in the morning. Some levels of the waterfall can be reached via a trekking trail that runs parallel to the stream.
There are no restaurants or food stalls at the Pa La-u Waterfall, so you should bring your own food for a picnic. Sticky rice, grilled meats, fried rice, sandwiches, fruits and snacks are some popular options. You can buy them from local markets or convenience stores in towns nearby such as Hua Hin which is about 60 kilometers away. For drinks, bring lots of water and other refreshing beverages.
If you do plan on eating at the waterfall, please use the designated picnic areas and remember to take all your trash with you so that we can keep this place clean for everyone else who comes after us. This will ensure that they too can enjoy its natural beauty just like we did!
Staying overnight in the National Park: There are 15 homes for rent, ranging from 1,200 to 3,000 baht. Tents may be hired for 2-4 persons at a cost of 120-250 baht/night. If you bring your own tent, you will be charged 10 baht per person per night for a camping area.
To see the butterflies, it is best to visit the fall between November and April and from 7 A.M. to 10 A.M. The waterfall can be reached by Local transport from Hua Hin for a distance of 63 kilometers.
Best time to visit Pa La-U Waterfall
Admission: 300 baht for adults, 200 baht for children.
Notes: As you plan your trip, remember to bring essentials like water, snacks, sunscreen, insect repellent, and appropriate footwear for hiking. Checking the weather forecast and park opening hours is also recommended to ensure a smooth visit.
If you are in Hua Hin, a well-known beach resort town about 60 kilometers away, you can go to Pa La-u Waterfall in Kaeng Krachan National Park. The most convenient way is to drive a car which can be rented from Hua Hin or arranged by a tour operator or private driver.
It usually takes about one and a half hours driving along the route with clear signs showing the direction to Kaeng Krachan National Park and Pa La-u Waterfall. When you arrive at the waterfall parking area, just walk on the good path provided there until you reach lower levels of the waterfall.
How to get to Pa La-U Waterfall
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