Than Prawet Waterfall

Ko Pha-Ngan


Than Prawet is a series of chutes that snake down for several kilometres and can be accessed from Thong Nai Pan Noi on the eastern coast. Don't expect a huge waterfall, but the riverbed is very picturesque.


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