The province of Krabi in Thailand is full of breathtaking natural wonders: towering limestone karst formations jutting upwards towards the sky, mysterious cave networks full of stalactites and stalagmites, spectacular secluded beaches, verdant tropical rainforests, and many more.<\/p>\n

With 147 national parks to explore, it\u2019s a veritable haven for nature lovers and outdoorspeople. Below, we list down some of our personal favourites among these parks.<\/p>\n

Hat Noppharat Thara-Mu Ko Phi Phi National Park<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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The resort town of Ao Nang and the Phi Phi islands are popular stops for many a Krabi tour package<\/a>. Did you know that these places are actually part of a marine national park? It\u2019s called the Hat Noppharat Thara-Mu Ko Phi Phi National Park, and it covers 387.9 square kilometres of both coastal areas and heavily forested land within the Ao Nang, Sai Thai, and Pak Nam sub-districts. Popular beaches such as Railay, Ton Sai, and Noppharat Thara are part of this park.<\/p>\n
Here, visitors can go for a number of water-related activities such as swimming, snorkeling, and island-hopping, as well as climbing the limestone rock faces this area is particularly famous for. 40% of the park is made up of dense tropical rainforests and mangrove forests that are a joy to hike through and explore.<\/p>\n
With no less than 19 certified scuba diving and snorkeling spots, it\u2019s also a fantastic place to have some underwater adventures.<\/p>\n
Khao Phanom Bencha National Park<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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This national park is one of the most popular places in Krabi for jungle trekking, covering an area of 50 square kilometres within the Krabi Town, Khao Phanom, and Ao Luek districts that consists primarily of unspoiled virgin rainforest.<\/p>\n
Though one of the smaller national parks in the province, there are several attractions that can be found within its borders, notably the stunning eleven-tier, five-cascade Huai To waterfalls and the enigmatic Khao Phueng cave system.<\/p>\n
The entire park can be explored using two circular trails that both start and end at the visitor center.<\/p>\n
It is possible to go swimming in some of the waterfall pools, and cave exploration is available with a guide that can be hired for a small fee.<\/p>\n
Guests can pitch rented tents at designated campgrounds, or reserve a bungalow to stay in.<\/p>\n
One of the main draws of this national park is its rare wildlife population: it is possible to spot clouded leopards, Sumatran serows, black bears and mouse deer here.<\/p>\n
It is also popular among birdwatchers and avian enthusiasts for being home to over 200 bird species, including the endangered and rarely sighted Gurney\u2019s pitta.<\/p>\n
Than Bok Khorani National Park<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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This park is for nature lovers who prefer a more easygoing experience. Located in the Ao Luek district, this eco-tourism destination covers 100 square kilometres and offers plenty of opportunities for comfortable exploration.<\/p>