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Review Author: S. Petersen

Review Date: 18 Oct 2026

Review Body: We just finished an amazing tour with Jo and Ken. It was nothing short of amazing and beyond our expectations. And it started with a bang: only a few minutes into the trip they had already spotted a gaggle of majestic Great Hornbills. Jo and Ken were flexible, friendly, and above all you really feel like they listened to us (and our millions of questions about what we saw and did). We generally felt we were in the best of hands. One example was that they went out of their way to find some unique species based on our interests; where from our experience most other guides would have just stuck to their script. They are also very knowledgeable and knew the name of most species which is really helpful. It makes the trip alot more meaningful. Having said that, they always remained humble and approaches nature with a sense of mutual learning. On the park side I also find it necessary to share that we were really amazed how well kept it is and hopefully it can serve as a beacon of inspiration for many other parks to be established around the Region in the future. Thanks Jo and Ken for making it truly an unforgettable day.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Christine Rausch

Review Date: 19 Jun 2026

Review Body: FIVE STARS!! Jo and Ken are very knowledgable about the animals and environment in Khao Yai National Park. We enjoyed our tours (day and night) and saw a lot of animals. Ken took us on the day tour and was very aware of where to look for animals. He also was considerate of me being slow and not the most steady on my feet on the trails, but I was able to keep up and enjoyed it.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Liam Hawley

Review Date: 19 Jun 2026

Review Body: Went on a Safari through Khao Yai National Park, our guide was Joe and she was super rad and knew her stuff. We saw monkeys, gibbons, deer, lizards, birds, and... ELEPHANTS! We did the full day tour and had an absolute blast. It was the highlight of our trip and would definitely suggest it to anyone debating on checking out the park.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Richard Williams

Review Date: 19 Jun 2026

Review Body: The night safari was a particular highlight with nightjars and porcupines. The guides were both excellent, with good English skills and comprehensive knowledge of the wildlife and where to find it. Special mention to guide Joanna who really makes an extra effort to make sure her customers are well looked after.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Sylke

Review Date: 12 Aug 2026

Review Body: Ken was our perfect guide and he was awsome. We highly recommend a tour with him. He is a careful driver, can explain everything about the animals and plants in English. Ken spotted animals even while driving. We took a 1,5 h walk through the Jungle and he showed us lots of animals.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Kimbo Fong

Review Date: 19 Jun 2026

Review Body: Thank you Jo and Ken for a very enjoyable full day tour and night safari. Despite the rain, my mother and I enjoyed the tour. We were able to go to a few viewpoints and also the guides were so knowledgeable and we found so many animals including an elephant!! Highly recommend 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Helen Le Houx

Review Date: 19 Jun 2026

Review Body: Their English was excellent . They were very efficient with their time keeping and enthusiastic and charming all day . They looked after us incredibly well and were very good spotters of the wildlife . We have nothing but very high praise for both of them .

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Kamil Machaj

Review Date: 17 Jun 2026

Review Body: Great experience with Jo seeing some amazing wildlife ! Great to see your guides who are passionate and respect the animals and not just treat it as a job ! Definitely choose Jo and her team for your tours!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Chetan Desai

Review Date: 19 Jun 2026

Review Body: Most happy with services. Jo is a wonderful human who loves wildlife. Her passion shows in all her actions. She makes her customers feel so comfortable. I strongly recommend !

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Chai yeh li

Review Date: 14 Aug 2026

Review Body: Jo and Ken are very passionate about animals and thanks to their expertise we were able to see hornbill and and 2 gibbons, a white and a black one, and other animals:) they also find us the best angle to see the animals and to take pictures of them. Nice fruit snacks were also prepared for us:). Highly recommended!

Review rating: 5

Itinerary

Itinerary Day 1

Itinerary Summary: Khao Yai Wildlife Spotting, Scenic Waterfall and optional private night animal spotting (Itinerary may vary on signs of wildlife.)

Itinerary Description: 08:30 a.m. Pick up from your hotel on the Pak Chong side in an open-air safari truck. 09:30 a.m. Enter the park and stop at the first viewpoint for a short introduction to the park’s history and landscape. With chance to see colourful birds. 10:00 a.m. Drive slowly through the park to look for wildlife, with stops at fruiting fig trees and along likely sighting spots. 11:00 a.m. Take a break at the visitor centre for toilets, coffee and a museum visit, while the guides arrange the trekking permits. 11:30 a.m. Set off on a jungle trek along a 2 to 3 kilometer trail with a chance of seeing wild gibbons. 02:00 p.m. Stop for freshly cooked lunch at a local restaurant inside the park under a comfortable hut and take a break. 03:00 p.m. Visit Haew Suwat waterfall and have free time to walk down and take photos. (200m walk from parking spot) 04:00 p.m. Head to grassland areas or salt licks to search for wild elephants. 05:30 p.m. (If you don't but our night safari add on) Arrive back to your hotel and the program ends here. If you buy our night safari option: 05:20 p.m. Stop for dinner at a local restaurant and take a break before the night safari 06:00 p.m. Cruise along at dusk with chance to spot rare birds flying homes 06:45 p.m. Transfer to a dedicated national park vehicle and start the night safari with a parked spotter and your guide. 07:00 p.m. Drive slowly through the Thanarat and old golf course zones, using spotlights to look for nocturnal wildlife. (Starting time varies on seasonal sunset time.) 08:00 p.m. End the night safari and return to your hotel. 08:30 p.m. Expected to arrive your hotel

Full Day Jeep Safari | Includes Light Trek & Optional Night Ride

Full day Khao Yai wildlife experience with expert guides

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Group size

Up to 42 guests

DURATION

8.5 hours

Booking type

Private trip

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Free pick-up

Group size

Up to 42 guests

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Bring along a family of experts for your Khao Yai wildlife adventure 
This family-owned wildlife safari was started in 1995 by a gibbon researcher who worked in Khao Yai National Park. Now, led by the founder's daughter, Joanna, this family owned business still runs with the same rule: no bait, no artificial bird calls, and no rushing. It’s a strong fit for wildlife lovers and families who want a more ethical, knowledgable and flexible way to explore the park from day into night.Because the tour is 100% private, the day moves at your group’s pace instead of a fixed schedule. You’ll drive slowly in an open-air safari truck, stop where animals are active, and trek 2km on a route known for wild gibbon sightings. The day also includes the scenic Haew Suwat waterfall and a late-afternoon search for elephants around grasslands and salt licks.If you choose our night safari add on, you'll switch to a dedicated national park vehicle at dusk. Your guide comes along with a park ranger to look for nocturnal wildlife in key zones like Thanarat and the old golf course area. While wild animal encounters are never guaranteed, the night safari offers an exciting opportunity to look for active nocturnal wildlife like porcupines, nightjars, and even a roaming wild elephant.If you have children (3-11 years old) in your group, please book only for adult guests and child guest add on to get child price. For instance, you group is 2 adults and 3 children, you will book as a group of 2 then add 3 units of child guest add on.What to ExpectPrivate full-day Khao Yai safari from around 8:30am to 8:00pm, including the night safariHotel pick-up and drop-off on the Pak Chong side in an open-air safari truck with a roofSlow wildlife spotting drive, viewpoint stops, and a 2 to 3km beginner-friendly jungle trekVisit to Haew Suwat waterfall and an evening search for elephants in grassland and salt lick areasOptional night safari in a dedicated national park vehicle with your guide and a park rangerIncludes park entrance fees, English-speaking guide, lunch, snacks, drinking water, anti-leech socks, and accident insuranceGood to KnowWildlife sightings are never guaranteed. The experience follows a strict no-bait, no bird-call approach, so all sightings are naturalThe jungle trek takes about 2 to 3 hours over uneven forest trails. Proper walking shoes or trekking shoes are importantBring long trousers, long sleeves, insect repellent, hat or cap, sunscreen, sunglasses, and any personal medicineThe tour is private, so pacing can be adjusted for families, children, and slower walkersBreakfast is not included. Do not hesitate to book a hotel with breakfast, or we can take you to our recommended breakfast restaurant upon your request.The optional night safari follows national park rules, so guests change into a park vehicle before the evening drive and are accompanied by a park ranger in addition to their guide

Experience highlights

Wildlife researcher founded & family run

Private safari paced for your group

Optional Night safari with guide

Opportunity to see elephants

See UNESCO site for biological diversity

Visit the iconic Haew Suwat waterfall

What You’ll be Doing

Khao Yai Wildlife Spotting, Scenic Waterfall and optional private night animal spotting (Itinerary may vary on signs of wildlife.)

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What’s Included

Private hotel transfers (Pak Chong/Khao Yai northern entrance area)

Park entrance fee

English-speaking guide

Jeep safari vehicle with a driver

Lunch

Dinner

Drinking water and Snacks

Anti-leech socks

Shared Binocular

Accident Insurance

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Who you’re supporting

Leave No Trace Steward

Wildlife Protector

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Start Point

Free pick-up from Hotels in Pak Chong Area(อำเภอปากช่อง, ประเทศไทย)

08:30am
Notes: The package includes free pickup from your hotel in Pak Chong area (north entrance of the ). Pickup time is flexible, yet we recommend picking up at 8:30 AM. The longer you stay in the park, the more chance of seeing more wildlife!

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End at Start Point(s)

Start & Ends

Daily

Guests can choose any start time between

08:30AM - 05:15PM

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
50% refund for cancellation shorter than 7 days before the trip.

What to Pack

Insect repellent or mosquito spray
Long trousers & long-sleeved shirt/jacket (for trail protection and breezy night drives)
Personal medicine
Raincoat or waterproof jacket
Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat
Trekking shoes or sturdy sneakers

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Meet your host

Joanna now leads this family-owned business, continuing a legacy rooted in Khao Yai since 1995. The journey began with her father, Mark, a dedicated gibbon researcher who spent years working inside Khao Yai National Park and came to know the forest intimately. Mark originally founded a small company to help visitors experience the area quietly, observe wildlife in its natural habitat, and truly understand the ecosystem rather than just pass through it. Today, Joana honors that exact same approach. Under her guidance, the focus remains entirely on peaceful, ethical time in nature, driven by a deep respect for Thailand’s wildlife and the natural habitats they call home.

Experience: 31 years

Speaks: Fluent English

Acceptance rate: 100%