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Hornbill pair perched on branches in Khao Yai National Park jungle during a guided wildlife trek experience
Spotted deer standing in sunlit grass with a dense jungle backdrop in Khao Yai National Park
Travellers pose with a local guide beside a waterfall in Khao Yai National Park during a wildlife trek hike
Herd of elephants grazing in a lush grassy clearing with rainforest trees behind it in Khao Yai
Brown gibbon clinging to a tree trunk in Khao Yai National Park forest during a wildlife trek adventure
Wide view of a waterfall dropping into a calm pool surrounded by trees in Khao Yai National Park outdoors
Waterfall cascading into a pool amid lush forest in Khao Yai National Park for wildlife trekking days
Hornbill pair perched on branches in Khao Yai National Park jungle during a guided wildlife trek experience
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Hornbill pair perched on branches in Khao Yai National Park jungle during a guided wildlife trek experience
Spotted deer standing in sunlit grass with a dense jungle backdrop in Khao Yai National Park
Travellers pose with a local guide beside a waterfall in Khao Yai National Park during a wildlife trek hike
Herd of elephants grazing in a lush grassy clearing with rainforest trees behind it in Khao Yai
Hornbill pair perched on branches in Khao Yai National Park jungle during a guided wildlife trek experience
Spotted deer standing in sunlit grass with a dense jungle backdrop in Khao Yai National Park
Travellers pose with a local guide beside a waterfall in Khao Yai National Park during a wildlife trek hike
Herd of elephants grazing in a lush grassy clearing with rainforest trees behind it in Khao Yai
Brown gibbon clinging to a tree trunk in Khao Yai National Park forest during a wildlife trek adventure
Wide view of a waterfall dropping into a calm pool surrounded by trees in Khao Yai National Park outdoors
Waterfall cascading into a pool amid lush forest in Khao Yai National Park for wildlife trekking days
Otter swimming in a forest stream with floating leaves and shallow ripples in Khao Yai National Park
Smiling travellers posing at a waterfall in Khao Yai National Park during the wildlife trek experience
Travellers riding in the back of a pickup truck on a guided wildlife trek in Khao Yai National Park, Thailand

Khao Yai Wildlife Trek | Lunch & Night Market Dinner Included

Khao Yai with an experienced local wildlife tracker
5.0
|10 Reviews
Group size
Up to 6 guests
DURATION
12.5 hours
Booking type
Private trip
MEET UP
Free pick-up
Group size
Up to 6 guests
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Forget the bucket list and follow the itinerary that nature has prepared for you
If you want Khao Yai with a real wildlife tracker instead of a fixed, rushed itinerary, this is the one to book. It is a private day out for just your group of up to 6, led by a local guide who has spent more than 40 years in this forest. He adjusts the route to your pace and to what the jungle is doing that day, whether that means following gibbon calls deeper into the trees, rerouting for an elephant sighting, or keeping the walk easy for kids and grandparents.That flexibility is rare here. Most Khao Yai day trips follow one set walk and one set timing. On this one, the standard 3.5km trail can be swapped for a tougher 5km+ jungle hike, or shortened and flattened for younger children, older travellers, or anyone who wants a gentler day. Past guests included both active hikers and a family with a 2-year-old, and still saw wildlife like gibbons, hornbills, deer, porcupines, snakes and elephants.You also get more than just a trek. The day includes both Haew Narok and Haew Suwat waterfalls, then finishes with a local dinner at Pak Chong night market. With park fees, meals, transport and wildlife photos included, it feels personal and local rather than like a standard park transfer.What to ExpectPrivate 12-hour Khao Yai day trip for up to 6 guestsHotel or hostel pickup and drop-off in the Pak Chong areaFlexible jungle walk led by a local tracker with 40+ years of forest knowledgeWildlife-focused trekking to look for gibbons, hornbills, macaques, deer, porcupines, snakes and, if you are lucky, elephantsTrail can be adjusted to your group, from an easier forest walk to a more challenging 5km+ hikeVisits to Haew Narok Waterfall and Haew Suwat WaterfallLocal lunch in the park, and dinner at Pak Chong night market to feel how locals livePark entrance fees, insurance, and wildlife photos taken during the dayGood to KnowPickup outside Pak Chong is not included, but can be arranged as an add-onBreakfast is not included. Feel free to book hotel with breakfast, or we can take you to our best-picked restaurant upon request.This is best for travellers who want a flexible, wildlife-led day rather than a fixed checklist tourThe route may change on the day based on your fitness level, weather, and recent animal movementExpect some walking on uneven forest trails. Closed shoes are a good ideaLong transfer is by car, but some spots require extra walk from parking locationWildlife sightings are never guaranteed, but the day is built around tracking and maximising your chancesTour usually runs from 08:00 AM to 08:30 PM, but flexible upon guest's request.

Experience highlights

Spotted deer standing in sunlit grass with a dense jungle backdrop in Khao Yai National Park
Chance to see rare wildlife with expert
Hornbill pair perched on branches in Khao Yai National Park jungle during a guided wildlife trek experience
Day trip to UNESCO world heritage site
Towering tree roots and jungle trail in Khao Yai National Park during a wildlife trek with Mr. Nong
Customisible itinerary for your group
Wide view of a waterfall dropping into a calm pool surrounded by trees in Khao Yai National Park outdoors
See central Thailand's biggest waterfall
Crowded night market in Khao Yai with food stalls and shoppers, part of the trek’s lunch and dinner experience
Authentic Thai night market dinner
Smiling travellers posing at a waterfall in Khao Yai National Park during the wildlife trek experience
Support local community

What You’ll be Doing

Khao Yai wildlife trek waterfalls and Pak Chong night market (Schedule is flexible upon request)
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What’s Included

Round-trip transport from hotel/hostel in Pak Chong area (area around northern entrance of Khao Yai National Park)
Private 4x4 SUV for transferring during the tour
English speaking guide
Lunch and dinner
Park entrance fees
Tour insurance
Wildlife photos
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Start Point

Free pick-up from Hotels in Pak Chong Area(อำเภอปากช่อง, ประเทศไทย)
  • 08:00am
  • Notes: Pick up from hotels in Pak Chong area is recommended to pick up 6:30AM. If you choose our pick-up add on from Bangkok or other areas, we recommend staying over the night before the trip to fully charge your energy for our full-day trip. You may reach out to us for recommended hotels within our pickup zone.
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End Point

  • End at Start Point(s)

Start & Ends

Daily
08:00AM - 08:30PM

Suitability / Accessibility

  • Vegetarian food available
  • Halal food available
  • Child Friendly (No Minimum Age)

Cancellation & other policies

  • Cancellation

    Cancel 7 days before activity for a full refund

  • Extenuating Circumstances Policy

    Cancellation within 7 days before the trip will get 50% refund.

What to Pack

  • A raincoat or waterproof jacket
  • Long trousers (highly recommended to protect your legs from brush and insects)
  • Sturdy trekking shoes or sneakers with good grip (no flip-flops on the trails please)
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreens
  • Your camera or smartphone to capture the memories!
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Growing up beside Khao Yai National Park, this host has spent over 40 years learning the forest—its hidden trails, wildlife movements, and the feel of the jungle at different times of day. He first welcomed travellers through a small hostel, but guests soon encouraged him to share the place he knew so well. Since 2018, he has been guiding trips himself with trusted family members, keeping them flexible and unhurried. Instead of following a fixed timetable, they might spend hours tracking wild gibbons or walking deeper into the hills if the trail calls for it. It’s a very personal way to experience Khao Yai, shaped by someone who has known it since he was 15.
Experience: 8 years
Speaks: Fluent English
Acceptance rate: 100%
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