Things to do · Guide
Khao Yai Night Safari: How the Ranger-Led Spotlight Drive Works
After the day visitors leave, park rangers drive small groups along the road with spotlights to look for animals that are hard to see by day.
Key facts (checked 1 October 2026)
- Departures: 19:00–20:00 and 20:00–21:00
- Cost: 600 baht per vehicle (up to 8 people)
- Booking: at the visitor centre service desk before 18:00 on the day
- Length: about one hour, roughly 10 km, in a ranger-driven pickup
Source: Khao Yai National Park – Night Safari. Always reconfirm before you travel.
Why go
- A chance to see sambar deer, civets, porcupines, owls and sometimes wild elephants
- Rangers handle the driving and spotting, so it suits families
- A memorable way to end a park day
How to get there
Make your way to the visitor centre inside the park during the day and book at the service desk before 18:00. The safari starts in the park, so plan where you will be between the gate closing and your departure, and how you will return to your accommodation afterwards.
Good to know
- Personal flashlights and flash photography are not allowed; follow rangers’ instructions and keep quiet
- The park states you may not drive your own car to look for animals at night
- Bring a warm layer — it gets cool in the open vehicle
- Sightings are never guaranteed
Where to stay nearby
Choose a base on the northern side to keep the late drive short — see our pool villa resort guide.
Related articles
- Khao Yai National Park guide — gates, fees and highlights
- Khao Yai 2-day, 1-night itinerary
- The Hidden Village Khao Yai review
This guide is based on official information, not a personal visit. Source: Khao Yai National Park official website.