Tarutao National Park

The protected area spans 1,490 square kilometers across 51 islands in the Strait of Malacca, featuring two main island groups: Tarutao and Adang-Rawi.

During World War II, the isolation of the island led prison guards and inmates to form alliances and engage in piracy activities in the surrounding waters.

The name originates from the Malay phrase 'pulau tertua,' reflecting the geographic connection between Thai and Malay maritime territories in the Andaman Sea.

Visitors can access the park through Hat Yai Airport, followed by a two-hour minivan ride to Pak Bara Pier for boat connections to the islands.

The park houses 110 bird species, including the reddish scops owl and Nicobar pigeon, while mouse deer populate the road areas in high numbers.

Location: La-ngu

Inception: April 19, 1974

GPS coordinates: 6.59528,99.64472

Latest update: May 11, 2025 08:44