Thailand Guides - Uthai Thani

Thung Yai Naresuan and the Huai Kha Khaeng Wildlife Reserve span the provinces of Uthai Thani, Kanchanaburi and Tak, covering an area of over 5,700 kilometres. As the largest reserve in Thailand it features several distinct natural habitats and is home to a wide diversity of flora and fauna. As a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site an application to stay or study within the park is required to be submitted 15 days in advance.

Khao Tam Taphap is a cave set in the hill at Tambon Wang Hin. It is a complex of several linked caverns and features some particularly beautiful stalagmites and stalactites. Prehistoric tools have also been found within the cave.

Activities and events

Tak Bat Thewo Fair is an important local event held during October. The fair is based on the belief that Buddha returned to earth from heaven and sees hundreds of monks descend the steps from Khao Sakaekrang to accept offerings from local people.

Time to visit

Uthai Thani is a year-round destination but the wildlife reserves are at their most beautiful during towards the end of the rainy season and during the cooler months, between October and February.