Khao Yai National Park experienced an influx of visitors during this weekend’s holiday from June 3-5, with almost 800,000 baht generated in revenue from entrance fees alone, according to park chief Chaiya Huayhongthong. Over the holiday period, 13,370 Thai and foreign tourists visited the park, entering through two main entry points – the Chao Pho Khao Yai Shrine in Pak Chong district, Nakhon Ratchasima province, and Noen Hom in Mueang district, Nakhon Nayok.

 

The park’s visitors included 11,947 Thai adults, 943 Thai children, 394 foreign adults, and 86 foreign children, who arrived in 3,585 cars, 623 motorcycles, and a six-wheel passenger bus. The park collected a total of 784,590 baht in revenue from entrance fees. Elderly individuals aged 60 and over, totalling 578, and 54 children aged 3 and under were exempt from the entrance fees.

 

Khao Yai National Park, a World Heritage Site, spans the provinces of Saraburi, Nakhon Ratchasima, Prachinburi, and Nakhon Nayok. The park is renowned for its abundant natural resources, including forests and wildlife, as well as popular tourist spots with cool weather throughout the year. Located just 170 kilometres from Bangkok, the park attracts a large number of visitors, particularly during extended holidays.

 

By Mitch Connor

Caption: Picture courtesy of Bangkok Post.

 

Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/khao-yai-national-park-sees-visitor-surge-generates-18k-in-holiday-weekend

 

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12 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

Khao Yai National Park experienced an influx of visitors during this weekend’s holiday from June 3-5, with almost 800,000 baht generated in revenue from entrance fees alone, according to park chief Chaiya Huayhongthong

Thank you very much farangs... come again soon.

7 hours ago, hotchilli said:

Thank you very much farangs... come again soon.

Does the entrance fee exemption for 'Over 60s' apply to foreigners?

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