Erawan Falls

น้ำตกเอราวัณ

One of Thailand's most beautiful waterfalls. Seven tiers of travertine cascade in layers, emerald pools invite swimming, and small fish nibble at your feet.

Erawan Falls lies inside Erawan National Park. It is named after Erawan, the three-headed elephant god, whose form the highest tier is said to resemble. The stream is rich in calcium carbonate, which has deposited tiers of travertine on the limestone, creating seven levels of waterfalls and emerald pools. The trail is about 1.5–2 km long. The first three tiers have easy paths and the most visitors, and the second pool is the widest and best for swimming. From the fourth to the seventh tier, the path runs over steep dirt tracks and wooden ladders, with fewer people and more striking scenery. The water at the seventh tier is the clearest. Most pools allow swimming, and large numbers of small carp will gather and nibble on your skin. Admission for foreign adults is THB 300 and for children THB 200 (check the park's official notices for current prices). Getting there: the falls are about 65 km from Kanchanaburi city. Buses from the bus station go directly to the park (about 1.5 hours), or you can charter a car or rent a motorbike. Tips: go in as soon as the gates open at 8:00. Head straight up to the seventh tier first, then work your way down to enjoy the pools, and allow 3–4 hours. Notes: at the entrance, bags and food are checked. Plastic bottles are either subject to a deposit or prohibited above the second tier. Upper tiers close to upward traffic from about 15:30 in the afternoon. Wear non-slip canyoning shoes.

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