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As the sun sets over Khao Yai National Park, an entirely different side of the forest comes alive. The Khao Yai night safari tour puts you aboard an official park ranger’s high-bed truck, armed with high-powered spotlights, for a guided drive along a designated 10-kilometer route in search of the park’s nocturnal wildlife. Many of Khao Yai’s most fascinating animals are far more active after dark than during the day, which makes this evening safari one of the most exciting ways to experience the park.
This tour departs daily from Pak Chong, led by an official park ranger guide, and takes you deep into the forest just as the nighttime creatures of Khao Yai begin to emerge from the shadows of tall trees and undergrowth.
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Khao Yai National Park is home to numerous species that exhibit strong nocturnal foraging habits — meaning a large part of the park’s wildlife activity is simply invisible during a standard daytime visit. Here’s what makes this night safari tour worth booking:
After pickup from your hotel in Pak Chong, you’ll be driven into Khao Yai National Park and check in at the Khao Yai Visitor Center, where the official night safari program begins.
From here, a National Park Ranger takes over, providing a high-bed pickup truck fitted with high-powered flashlights and leading you along a designated 10-kilometer route through the park. As the truck moves slowly through the darkened forest, your ranger guide scans the roadside and undergrowth for signs of nocturnal wildlife, sharing knowledge about the animals and habitats you pass along the way.
One of the highlights of the route is a stop at a known salt lick — a natural mineral deposit that regularly draws wildlife out of the forest. If you’re lucky, this is where you may catch a glimpse of wild elephants feeding under the cover of darkness.
👉 Nocturnal wildlife, spotlights, and a real chance at wild elephants. BOOK NOW before tonight’s departure fills up.
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 04:30 – 05:00 PM | Pickup from your hotel in Pak Chong / Khao Yai |
| 06:30 PM | Check in at the Khao Yai Visitor Center |
| 07:00 PM | Board the ranger’s truck and begin the 10 km night safari route, including a stop at the salt lick |
| 08:30 PM | Return to your hotel in Pak Chong / Khao Yai |
Departure: Every day. Operating time: 04:30 PM – 08:30 PM (approximately 1 hour of active night safari driving).
| Price | |
|---|---|
| Adult | 3,100 THB |
| Child (3–9 years) | 2,800 THB |
Tour price includes:
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The Khao Yai night safari is a genuine wildlife encounter, and following a few simple guidelines helps protect both the animals and the experience for everyone on board:
This Khao Yai night safari tour is a great fit if you:
If you’d prefer to combine full-day trekking with the night safari in a single itinerary, our Khao Yai one day tour with night safari offers a longer, more complete day-and-night experience — just ask when booking.
The forest doesn’t stop when the sun goes down — and the Khao Yai night safari tour is the best way to see that for yourself. With an official park ranger guide, spotlight-equipped truck, and a real chance to spot wild elephants at the salt lick, this evening safari reveals a side of Khao Yai National Park most visitors never get to experience.
Daily departures make booking flexible, but reserving your spot in advance helps guarantee your preferred pickup time.
Pickup is between 04:30 and 05:00 PM, with return to your hotel at approximately 08:30 PM.
The safari is led by an official National Park Ranger, driving a high-bed truck equipped with high-powered spotlights.
The guided night safari portion covers a designated 10-kilometer route and lasts approximately 1 hour.
There’s a chance of spotting wild elephants at the salt lick stop along the route, though sightings are never guaranteed since these are wild animals in their natural habitat.
The price includes all transportation, the park ranger guide, the Khao Yai National Park admission fee, and the 1-hour night safari.
No — only the ranger’s spotlight may be used to observe wildlife, and flash photography is not permitted, as both can startle or harm the animals.
Dress in warm layers, as the forest temperature can drop noticeably after sunset, even in Thailand’s warm climate.
The night safari is operated with official park rangers on a designated route and may include other guests sharing the same ranger-guided vehicle.
Yes, many travelers pair this evening safari with a daytime trekking tour, or book our combined Khao Yai one day tour with night safari for a single full itinerary.
We recommend booking at least a day in advance to guarantee your preferred pickup time and vehicle availability.