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Erawan National Parl, Kanchanaburi: Hours, Best Time and More

Erawan National Park

Visitors should choose to explore Erawan National Park between November and February when the dry season prevails. Nights are cool and days are mild, which makes hiking and exploring the park ideal. During this time, the Erawan Falls swimming pools are clearer, which makes them more suitable for swimming activities. The destination attracts heavy crowds at this particular time. During June to October, when it rains, the waterfalls will be more abundant, but park trails become dangerous because of slippery conditions, and possible landslides could result in park closures. It is also advised to visit on weekdays as weekends attract a large number of people. 

Erawan National Park Opening Hours

The operating hours of Erawan National Park extend from 8:00 am until 3:30 pm. The park enables visitors to witness its stunning waterfalls and hike through its natural environments in this time duration.

How to reach Erawan National Park

  • By Car

You can drive to the park, which is around a 1.5-hour drive from Kanchanaburi. Rent a car or hire a taxi for a comfortable trip.

  • By Bus

Public buses depart from Kanchanaburi’s bus station to Erawan National Park. It takes about 1.5 hours to reach the park.

  • By Songthaew (Shared Taxi)

Songthaews run between Kanchanaburi and Erawan National Park. They are an affordable option.

Best time to visit

Visitors should choose to explore Erawan National Park between November and February when the dry season prevails. Nights are cool and days are mild, which makes hiking and exploring the park ideal. During this time, the Erawan Falls swimming pools are clearer, which makes them more suitable for swimming activities. The destination attracts heavy crowds at this particular time. During June to October, when it rains, the waterfalls will be more abundant, but park trails become dangerous because of slippery conditions, and possible landslides could result in park closures. It is also advised to visit on weekdays as weekends attract a large number of people. 

Highlights

  • Erawan Waterfall presents seven levels of waterfalls where visitors can swim in its clear emerald pools.

  • Visitors have the chance to explore multiple trails while enjoying natural scenery and wildlife sightings.

  • Spot animals like monkeys, birds, and other forest creatures in their natural habitat.

  • The location provides a peaceful atmosphere which combines green forests with water that appears crystal-clear.

  • The park features many caves which visitors can explore to see their remarkable natural formations.

  • Erawan National Park Thailand serves as an excellent location to photograph both waterfall views along with wildlife sightings.

FAQs about Erawan National Park

Erawan National Park Thailand provides visitors with hiking trails to Erawan Falls along with swimming opportunities in its pristine pools and scenic exploration of natural surroundings. Take pleasure in the serene nature while exploring caves and watching wildlife. Tourists can capture excellent pictures while enjoying peaceful moments among scenic landscapes and greenery at this park.

To reach Erawan National Park from Bangkok, you can take a bus from the Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai) to Kanchanaburi. From Kanchanaburi, take a local songthaew or taxi to the park entrance, which is about 65 km away.

The admission fees for Erawan National Park are 100 THB for Thai Children, 50 THB for Thai Children, 300 THB for Foreign Adults and 200 THB for Foreign Children.