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Tamnang Waterfall

น้ำตกตำหนัง

Khao LakReviewed Sept 2026
Aligns with Si Phang Nga National Park hours (often ~08:00-16:30 — confirm at HQ)
EntryNational park fee (commonly ~100 THB foreign adult — confirm at the gate)· Thai National park fee (commonly ~20 THB Thai adult — confirm at the gate)

Tamnang Waterfall (น้ำตกตำหนัง) is the signature cascade of Si Phang Nga National Park in Khura Buri — a roughly 60-metre drop into a wide, clear pool deep in evergreen forest. Travellers based in Khao Lak often day-trip here; it is not a short hop behind Bang Niang.

From the park side, a forest path leads to the fall after you pass HQ and camping areas. Birdlife is a secondary draw along the nature trails, and a shorter spur reaches quieter Ton Deng for those who want less crowd than the main pool. Bring water, insect repellent, and shoes that can handle wet rock.

Watch out: Park fees and closing times follow national-park rules. Commonly cited foreign/Thai adult rates are around 100 / 20 THB and hours around 08:00–16:30, but confirm at the gate — do not rely on third-party quotes alone. After heavy rain, trails and swimming conditions can change quickly.

Combine with the wider park (camping, Ton Sai / other falls) rather than treating Tamnang as an isolated roadside stop. For a waterfall closer to the Khao Lak beaches, use Ton Chong Fa instead.

Insider Tip: Arrive earlier in the day from Khao Lak so you clear the gate with time to swim and walk back before staff wind down afternoon entry.

Key Facts:
  • Park: Si Phang Nga National Park, Khura Buri
  • Drop: ~60–63 m into a swimming pool
  • Base for most visitors: Khao Lak day trip
  • Fee / hours: Confirm at park gate

Location & Directions

Si Phang Nga National Park, Bang Wan, Khura Buri, Phang Nga

Khao Lak, Thailand

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tamnang Waterfall near Bang Niang in Khao Lak?
No. The fall sits inside Si Phang Nga National Park in Bang Wan, Khura Buri — north of the main Khao Lak beach strip. It is a popular day trip from Khao Lak, not a Bang Niang hinterland walk.
How tall is the waterfall?
Local and park-oriented write-ups commonly describe a drop of about 60–63 metres into a wide pool at the base. Flow is stronger in and after the rainy months.
How much does entry cost?
You pay the Si Phang Nga National Park gate fee. Rates are often quoted around 100 THB for foreign adults and 20 THB for Thai adults, but confirm the posted price at the gate on the day you visit.
Can I swim?
Yes — the base pool is a main draw when water levels and park staff allow swimming. Watch for slippery rock and follow any posted restrictions after heavy rain.
How do I get there from Khao Lak?
By private car, taxi, or tour north toward Khura Buri, then the signed park access from Highway 4 near Ban Tam Nang. Allow roughly an hour-plus each way depending on traffic and where you start on the Khao Lak coast.
Is it the same as Ton Chong Fa?
No. Ton Chong Fa is closer to the Khao Lak strip inside Khao Lak–Lam Ru National Park. Tamnang is the big fall at Si Phang Nga further north — see also the park overview at Si Phang Nga National Park.
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