Khao sam roi yot national park

Post by **stubby** » Fri Feb 01, 2008 3:05 pm

Thinking of making the trip down to the park during my next visit to hua hin at the end of march.
Has anybody been to the park and could give me a few ideas of whats to see there.
Maybe also have an overnight stay at the beach front bungalows at dolphin bay whilst down in the park area ,has anybody stayed there and can comment on the accomodation. ?

Post by **buksida** » Fri Feb 01, 2008 3:15 pm

Haven't actually been in the park for a few years but have explored the surrounding area, have a look here:

http://www.huahinafterdark.com/forum/ph ... t7940.html

http://www.huahinafterdark.com/khao-sam-roi-yot.htm

http://tourismhuahin.com/khao-sam-roi-yot-huahin.php

Post by **skildpadden** » Fri Feb 01, 2008 5:52 pm

I was there in november but did not stay in the bungalows at the beach though. But I think they looked very nice.

We came early to beat the tourist groups - that meant we actually had the beautiful cave with the King Rama V temple all to ourselves. So I can recommend getting there early.

But remember good walking sandals and an extra tshirt, because the climb up the hill to the cave is a bit tough.

Post by **Vital Spark** » Fri Feb 01, 2008 6:22 pm

It's a nice relatively quiet area. Especially during the week. It tends to get a bit busy with beach bbq's and visiting locals during the weekend.

There are quite a few places where you can stay. From around 500 baht (Thai style, Thai loo, no hot water etc.) to some pretty impressive (around 900 baht/night) bungalows with TV and air-con. The bungalows are not directly on the beach because there's a road that runs between them and the sea.

I don't think you'll find any problem getting accommodation in March, so I suggest you don't pre-book. Drive down there and make your choice while you're there.

Good luck, and have fun.

VS

Post by **stubby** » Fri Feb 01, 2008 10:20 pm

thanks all for the info..

Post by **Jaime** » Fri Feb 01, 2008 10:41 pm

The walk to the pavilion in the cave mentioned by skildpadden was mosquito infested when we visited - the worst I have ever experienced in Thailand and even worse than the national parks up North on the Burmese border. Might not be so bad in March/April but dress appropriately and take plenty of repellent.

You can get there two ways - long way overland or, nicer in my view, take a boat to the nearest beach (a stretch of palm fringed unspoilt white sand) and walk from there. I forget the details but the wardens at the park entrance should be able to advise.

This thread has inspired me to take a trip back there on my forthcoming trip so thanks for that Stubby!

Post by **stubby** » Sat Feb 02, 2008 3:35 pm

was the mozzy problem during the day or did you walk up in the late afternoon / evening. ?

Post by **Jaime** » Mon Feb 04, 2008 6:21 pm

It was in the early afternoon.

Post by **STEVE G** » Mon Feb 04, 2008 6:47 pm

Speaking of mosquitoes, isnâ€™t that the place where King Mongkut caught the malaria that killed him in the 19th century?

Post by **Jaime** » Mon Feb 04, 2008 6:48 pm

You know, I'm pretty sure you're right!

Post by **skildpadden** » Mon Feb 04, 2008 7:33 pm

Yes, I was there around 9-10 in the morning and the mosquitoes were not so vicious at that time - that might have given me a more pleasant hike.

Although a can of repellent is always nice to have in the backpack.

Post by **Sabai Jai** » Mon Feb 04, 2008 8:20 pm

I find the "Mosiguard" natural very useful. It's just eucalyptus based - no nasty chemicals.

I haven't been there for ages either but you used to get a boat a Bang phu
(Crab village!) round the headland to where you take the path up the mountain.

SJ