Kui Buri National Park

Kui Buri is a protected area in Prachuap Khiri Khan Province covering approximately 969 square kilometers with deciduous forests and grasslands. Large mammals including elephants and gaurs live here in their natural state.

The park was established in 1999 to protect local wildlife and preserve habitat in a region where animal populations had been declining. This protected status has allowed elephants and other species to recover and thrive in their traditional range.

Local rangers from nearby villages guide visitors through the terrain and share their knowledge of how wildlife and people coexist in this landscape. They explain what the forest means to their communities and how daily life connects to the protection of these animals.

Visitors can explore the area on day trips, ideally with a local guide since trails are not marked and the terrain can be challenging to navigate. Early morning and late afternoon offer the best chances for wildlife viewing when animals are more active.

The area is known for protecting rare sandalwood trees that are specially selected for ceremonial purposes. Several of these trees are hundreds of years old and receive special protection within the park.

Inception: March 25, 1999

GPS coordinates: 12.05167,99.55722

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:06