Hiking in Khao Ngon Nak is one of the most amazing experiences in Krabi we ever had. It was sweet and a bit sour at the same time. We began our trip from The Krabi Forest Homestay by riding the motorcycle around 20 minutes and finally arrived at the park. We registered at the front desk with no charge and got ready for the trail. The trail is 3.7 kilometers long. It seems so easy. We were wrong. We did not prepare well for a long and not easy hike, so we got only one bottle of water each person and a few snack. We were so hungry during the hike
The first hour seems easy, but the heat and humidity were not pleasant. We drank like crazy and realize there was no food stand at all ,so prepare your own food and drink. The hiking trail was about 3-4 hours and we definitely loved it but not including a tough uphill climb on a jungle path. The view from the top was amazing and worth the hike. We were lucky that day there was some fog but then they have gone after. We had a chance to enjoy the entire view of Krabi from the top. The view took our breath away and we were so happy we made it up there.
The view on the left before heading to the top.
On the top of massive rock at the top .
Some part of the trail were challenging
Some part were muddy.
We found local shop for snack !! We survived the hunger and rain.
15 Tips before hiking there.
1. Khao Ngon Nak nature park or The Dragon Crest is the most famous viewpoint in Krabi, Thailand. It is 500 meter high above sea level.
2. Khao Ngon Nak nature park or The Dragon Crest is in the Hat Noppharat Thara–Mu Ko Phi Phi National Park which is 30 km from downtown Krabi.
3. No public transportation to get there.
4. Rent motorcycle for 250 bahts a day is the best day to get there on Hwy 4034
5. There are Klong Muang Beach and Tub Kaek beach. You can stop by the beautiful beaches before or after the hike also plan to stay around that area. There is Nong Talay close by as well. ( Check picture here )
6. Prepare water and snack.
7. Wear comfortable shore or hiking shoes. No flipflop.
8. Khao Ngon Nak nature park good for camping overnight.
9. The best time to visit is winter ( November to February)
10. Well know of best spot for sunrise and sunset
11.There is no entrance fee (Donation available)
12. The first hour is easy but later on more difficult.
13. Nature study trail which included 13 stations along the way also a tiny water fall.
14. No trash and please keep it clean.
15. Must try once in your life.
where to stay in Ao Nang
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