The park has a variety of terrains from deciduous forest to
savannah and houses some 3,000 species of plant. Wildlife in the
The park is 400 meters above sea level and as a result reasonably cool all
year round. During the winter season, the temperatures can drop to 4
degrees Celsius. Because of its cool conditions Khao Yai’s 50 kilometers
of hiking trails are a favorite and the park receives a lot of birdwatchers.
The park also sports some breathtaking waterfalls and the best time to see
them is the rainy season from May to October. The 80-metre-high Hew
Suwat Waterfall is particularly a favorite of visitors.