Hat Chao Mai National Park

The park extends over 231 square kilometers along the Andaman Sea, combining coastal areas with mangrove forests, coral reefs, and multiple small islands.

The Thai government designated this coastal region as a national park in 1981 to protect the marine ecosystems and establish the first dugong conservation zone.

Local fishing communities maintain traditional methods of resource management within the park boundaries, following practices passed down through generations.

Visitors can access the park through Sikao district, with entry fees supporting conservation efforts and maintenance of hiking trails and marine observation points.

The park contains eleven species of seagrass beds that provide essential feeding grounds for the remaining population of dugongs in Thailand.

Inception: 1981

GPS coordinates: 7.39700,99.33000

Latest update: March 4, 2025 07:37