During my fabulous Christmas stay at The Blue Lotus, Hua Hin, I compiled a list of my top 12 things that I’d experienced in the surrounding area. There are of course a plethora of activities to choose from as well as day trips in the area but with only just over a week in the area, here’s my round up!
0. Khao Sam Roi Yod National Park
Khao Sam Roi Yod translates to ‘mountains of three hundred peaks; and is an enormous area of limestone mountains, caves, beaches, islands and marshy wetlands, which calls itself home to much flora and fauna. Approximately 300 species of birds come here from all over the world to feed on the mudflats and rest before continuing their southerly journey. The National Park is classified as the largest wetlands in Thailand and as well as birds there are crab-eating macaque, barking deer, Malayan pangolin, dusky leaf monkey, fishing cats, wild elephants and guar.
The parks most popular feature is Phraya Nakhon Cave, arguably one of the most spectacular caves in all of Southeast Asia. Its spectacular chamber houses a stunning gold and green pavilion — a sight that few visitors to Thailand are lucky enough to see for themselves as it can only be seen as its majestic self between the hours of 10-11 am, when the light shines through it at an angle.
Please note that the hike is not for the feint hearted. A level of physical fitness is required as it is very steep and there are many loose rocks and stones. The path is well marked out but in high humidity and heat even for an avid hiker like myself, it was tough!
We hiked up to Phraya Nakhon and on the way back spent time relaxing at the beach. We opted to take a fishing boat back to the mainland as it was approaching early afternoon when the sun was at its brightest.
A traditional Thai lunch is also provided before returning to the hotel.
Private tour booked via The Evason Six Senses Spa Hua Hin.
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