Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Gibbon Rehabilitation Project
The calls of gibbons resonate through the forest
surrounding the Rehabilitation Centre, which
was established in 1992 to care for animals that
had previously been living in captivity. The pro-
ject reintroduces some gibbons into the wild.
Bang Pae Waterfall
The bigger of the national park's two major waterfalls, Bang Pae plummets down and
forms a pool ideal for a cool, refreshing dip. The easy walk from the parking lot to the
waterfall takes around 10 minutes.
Wildlife Conservation Development and Extension Centre
Located near the base of Ton Sai Waterfall, this visitor center offers lectures on the
park's history and purpose, as well as trail guides, brochures, and limited, basic ac-
commodations.
Flora
One of Khao Phra Thaeo National Park's special highlights is a rare and endangered
palm known as the white-backed palm, or langkow-palm. Discovered by a German
botanist in the 1950s, the fan-shaped plant is unique to southern Thailand.
