Dat Fa Waterfall in Surat Thani, Tai Rom Yen National Park

Dat Fa Waterfall is the largest and tallest waterfall in Surat Thani Province, located within the Tai Rom Yen National Park in Lamphun Subdistrict, Ban Na San District, Surat Thani. This waterfall is renowned for its beauty and the rich surrounding nature.

Key Features of Dat Fa Waterfall

Height and Size: Dat Fa Waterfall stands out with its sheer cliff face, approximately 80 meters high. During the rainy season, water cascades down the entire cliff, looking as if it's pouring from the skyhence the name "Dat Fa," which means "sky" or "rooftop."
Multi-tiered: Dat Fa Waterfall has a total of 8 tiers, each with its own unique name and charm. The tiers include:

• Tier 1: Rim Phai
• Tier 2: Wang Toey
• Tier 3: Nhan Toey
• Tier 4: Rim Sai
• Tier 5: Rim Sai Noi
• Tier 6: Wang Yen
• Tier 7: Wang Ton Phueng
• Tier 8: Dat Fa (the highest tier)

Rich Natural Environment: The area around the waterfall is filled with lush, evergreen rainforest, featuring tall trees, rattan, and dense ferns, creating a cool and fresh atmosphere year-round.
Year-Round Flow: Dat Fa Waterfall has water flowing throughout the year, making it a viable destination in any season. However, it's particularly stunning during the rainy season when the water volume is at its peak.
Swimming Pools: Some tiers of the waterfall feature clear, clean pools where visitors can swim to cool off.

Getting There and Facilities
 
Location: Moo 7, Lamphun Subdistrict, Ban Na San District, Surat Thani Province.
Getting There: If traveling from Surat Thani city, take Highway 4009 (Surat Thani-Ban Na San) for about 33 kilometers until you reach Ban Chiang Phra. Then, turn left onto Rural Road (Ror Por Chor) for another 15 kilometers to reach the Tai Rom Yen National Park office.
Opening Hours: Open daily from 08:30 AM to 04:30 PM (some sources state 08:00 AM - 04:30 PM).
Entrance Fee: There is an entrance fee to the national park as per the standard rates.
Hiking Trails: Accessing the lower tiers of the waterfall is relatively easy. However, for exploring the higher tiers (from Tier 4 up to Tier 8), you might need to contact park officials for guidance as the trails can be steep and involve walking through water. Leeches might also be present in some sections, so it's advisable to prepare accordingly.
Dat Fa Waterfall is another beautiful and intriguing natural attraction in Surat Thani Province, perfect for those who enjoy adventure, hiking, and experiencing the grandeur of a magnificent waterfall amidst abundant nature.