About Namtok Tho Thip
Namtok Tho Thip is a multi-tiered forest waterfall located inside Kaeng Krachan National Park in Kaeng Krachan District, Phetchaburi Province, western Thailand. Situated near the Ban Krang Camp area, it features nine cascades flowing through dense evergreen forest. Known for its relatively pristine environment and seasonal water flow, it is accessible via a forest trail requiring a hike and is noted for birdwatching and nature study within Thailand's largest national park.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a remote forest waterfall with nine tiers set in dense evergreen forest inside Kaeng Krachan National Park. Access is via a dirt road to Ban Krang Camp followed by a marked hiking trail through forest with stream crossings and uneven terrain. The falls have seasonal flow, strongest in the rainy season, with pools and cascades surrounded by natural forest, opportunities for photography, birdwatching and nature observation. Facilities are limited at the waterfall itself; basic facilities are at Ban Krang Camp and the park headquarters.
Key highlights
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Nine-tiered cascade waterfall inside Kaeng Krachan National Park
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Pristine evergreen forest setting near Ban Krang Camp
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Seasonal water flow most impressive during rainy season
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Forest hiking trail with stream crossings and nature study opportunities
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Excellent birdwatching area within Thailand's largest national park
History of Namtok Tho Thip
Located within Kaeng Krachan National Park, established on 12 June 1981 as Thailand's largest national park, part of the Kaeng Krachan Forest Complex recognized for its conserved western forest ecosystem
Route
| By air | Fly to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang Airport (DMK), then travel by road to Kaeng Krachan District, approximately 160-180 km |
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| By train |