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Hiking · Phuket, Phuket

Ton Sai Waterfall Trail

  • DifficultyEasy
  • Duration1–1.5 hours return

A well-defined trail through Phuket's last remaining virgin rainforest leading to the Ton Sai Waterfall — a multi-tiered cascade with swimming pools at its base. The trail passes through thick jungle with banyan trees, ferns, and resident gibbons and macaques. The waterfall is most impressive during and shortly after the rainy season (July–November).

Trail facts

Trail area
Khao Phra Thaeo National Park, Thalang
Trail type
Out-and-back
Terrain
Packed earth and roots; some rocky sections near the falls

Highlights

  • Virgin rainforest
  • Gibbon sightings
  • Swimming at the base of the falls

Tips for visiting

  • Wear closed shoes with grip
  • Bring insect repellent — the forest has mosquitoes
  • Visit the Gibbon Rehabilitation Project just outside the park