Khao Yai National Park awakens: 20,000 runners at the D Run For Life!

Khao Yai National Park awakens: 20,000 runners at the D Run For Life!

An attractive weekend awaits nature lovers! The starting signal for the high season was given on November 15, 2025Khao Yai National Park, one of Thailand's most beautiful natural destinations. At an ideal 17 degrees Celsius, over 20,000 runners and tourists are expected today for the “D Run For Life 2024-2025” event, which extends over the entire weekend. The event gives both locals and visitors the opportunity to enjoy the breathtaking beauty of this world heritage site.

Khao Yai National Park is not only Thailand's first national park, but also covers an impressive area of ​​more than 2,168 square kilometers. Located about 200 kilometers northeast of Bangkok, it attracts millions of visitors every year, which has a positive impact on the local economy. The income from tourism supports nature conservation and is of great importance to many local businesses. In the area, hotels, restaurants and souvenir shops benefit significantly from the many travelers.

Things to see and do in Khao Yai National Park

The diversity in Khao Yai is breathtaking. Visitors can admire spectacular waterfalls such as Heo Narok and Heo Suwat, and numerous viewpoints such as Km 30 and Phadiewdai. There are also various nature trails and animal observation towers, such as Nong Pak Chi, from which the park's impressive flora and fauna can be observed. Among other things, Asian black bears, elephants and more than 300 species of birds live here.

For the adventurous, activities like hiking and trekking on various trail options are an excellent way to explore the area. Camping fans don't miss out either - the Lam Takong campsite and the reserved campsite at the helicopter landing pad (Khao Rom) offer excellent overnight accommodations to experience nature up close.

Sustainability in focus

Particularly noteworthy is the practical implementation of sustainable tourism practices in Khao Yai National Park. Visitors are encouraged to respect natural resources and reduce waste. In addition, various rules of conduct have been recommended to travelers: feeding or touching wild animals is strictly prohibited, as is disposing of garbage in the park. In order to protect the ecosystem, there is a maximum speed limit of 60 km/h and no loud vehicles are allowed. Distances to wild animals, especially elephants, should be at least 50 meters.

In order to fully enjoy the park, we recommend that you bring a few items such as personal medication, insect repellent, enough water and food, and garbage bags for responsible disposal.

With a view to the future of Khao Yai National Park, it is essential to find the balance between economic growth and nature conservation. Challenges such as over-tourism and human-wildlife conflict require innovative solutions and committed community support.

For those looking to embark on an adventure in Khao Yai, now is the perfect time to explore the beauty and diversity of this outstanding national park. An experience not to be missed!

Further information about developments and events in the national park can be found in the reports from Ban Muang and SEAsia.