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Thung Teao Forest

National Park

(Krabi Emerald Pool or Sa Morakot )

Thung Teao Forest National Park is a virgin

rainforest home to spectacular flora and fauna unseen elsewhere in

Thailand. A 2.7 kilometres nature trail provides a superb vantage

point, plus there’s a waterfall to explore. The major attraction here is

Krabi Emerald Pool (Sa Morakot) also known as the crystal pool. it is

a unique attraction in southern Thailand located in Thung Teao

Forest Natural Park, Khao Pra-Bang Kram area, Krabi. The Emerald

pool is well-known for areas of outstanding natural beauty.

Moreover, the emerald waters are wonderfully warm and crystal clear

making them great for swimming in, there’s even a small ladder to

help you get in and out.

It’s a stunning eco-tourist spot with visually

beautiful aquamarine colours surrounded by tropical rain forest

and a fantastic spot for bird watchers. The journey to the emerald

pool begins at the wildlife sanctuary office and takes around 800

metres through a well-trodden forest path or alternatively you can

follow the longer nature trail which winds through spectacular

How to get there:

tropical rain forest - one of the few remaining in Southern

Head towards Amphur Klong Thom on
Thailand. The nature trek should be taken slowly so that you get a

highway No.4/ Turn left onto highway 4038

chance to see some of the very rare animals living in this ancient
then right onto the rural road following the

woodland. signs towards the Emerald Pool Waterfall.

Opening Hours: open every day during daylight hours

Location: Thung Teao Forest Natural Park is situated in the Khao Pra-

Bang Khram area which is located next to the Bang Teao Village, about

one hours drive from Ao Nang.

Remarks: Bring mosquito repellent and water if you’re planning on

taking the nature trail, also do not leave any valuables such as cameras

unattended as you swim as thefts have been known.

Price Range for Admission:

- 100 baht for children

- 200 baht for adults