About Phaeng Waterfall
Phaeng Waterfall (Nam Tok Phaeng) is the largest waterfall on Ko Pha Ngan in Surat Thani Province, located inside Than Sadet-Ko Pha Ngan National Park near the island's centre. Surrounded by tropical forest, it features a multi-tiered cascade with natural pools and a well-marked jungle hiking trail leading to the Dom Sila Viewpoint. Notable for its accessible forest setting and seasonal flow, it is a popular nature attraction for hikers and sightseers exploring the island's interior.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a short jungle hike through dense tropical forest on a marked trail with steps, rocks and roots leading to the cascade and small natural pools. Water flow is seasonal and strongest during and after the rainy season. The trail continues uphill to Dom Sila Viewpoint with panoramic views over the island's interior and coastline. The setting is natural and shaded with limited development, with parking and small stalls near the trailhead.
Key highlights
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Largest waterfall on Ko Pha Ngan inside Than Sadet-Ko Pha Ngan National Park
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Multi-tiered forest cascade with seasonal natural pools
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Marked jungle hiking trail through tropical forest
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Dom Sila Viewpoint accessible via the same trail with panoramic island views
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Easily accessible nature attraction near the island's central cross-island road
History of Phaeng Waterfall
Located within Than Sadet-Ko Pha Ngan National Park, established in 1983 to protect the island's forested interior, watersheds and waterfalls
Route
| By road | Accessible by road via the main cross-island road to the Than Sadet-Ko Pha Ngan National Park entrance at Phaeng; reachable by scooter, motorbike or car from Thong Sala pier, followed by a marked hiking trail to the waterfall |
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| By public transport |