Sarika Waterfall
Sarika Waterfall is a nine-tiered cascade set within the forested hillsides of Nakhon Nayok Province, roughly two hours from Bangkok. Each tier forms its own natural pool, offering visitors a range of swimming spots at different depths and flow intensities, surrounded by dense tropical greenery. The setting is casual and family-friendly, drawing a steady mix of Thai locals and international travellers looking for a natural escape from the city. The atmosphere is lively rather than secluded, particularly on weekends and public holidays when crowds are significant. Visitors can swim in the pools, walk between tiers along forest trails, and find shaded spots for picnicking. The waterfall itself remains the clear highlight, and the tiered layout rewards those willing to climb higher for quieter pools and better views. Some reviewers note that areas around the main path can be littered, so expectations for pristine wilderness should be tempered accordingly. Visiting on a weekday or arriving early in the morning is strongly recommended to avoid crowds and secure parking. Water levels peak during the rainy season from May to October, when the falls are at their most dramatic but trails become slippery. The dry season from November to February brings calmer conditions and clearer water. Wear water shoes or grippy sandals, and bring a change of clothes. There is no advance booking system, so access is entirely first-come, first-served.
Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Sarika Waterfall, round out your day in Ayutthaya with contrasting stops nearby.
Visitor Reviews
Beautiful waterfall surrounded by lush greenery 🌿 We visited Sarika Waterfall on a Sunday, and it was quite crowded, lots of people coming to enjoy the weekend. Despite that, the waterfall itself is very beautiful and powerful, especially after heavy rain the day before. Because of the strong current, the staff didn’t allow visitors to swim in many sections, which is understandable for safety reasons. The scenery is absolutely worth the trip, surrounded by dense forest and fresh mountain air. There’s even a hotel located right in front of the waterfall, so you can stay overnight and wake up to the sound of rushing water and birds. A lovely natural spot for a short getaway, especially if you love nature and don’t mind a bit of a crowd on weekends. 🌧️💧
Sarika Waterfall is a nine-tiered waterfall cascading down the cliff to a forested hillside. Each tiere has a large natural pool offering a perfect spot for swimming or just sit and relaxing in the cool water. The terrain and the concrete staircase to the foot of the falls may be quite challenging to the handicapped and elderly. There is no handrail for the staircase. Restaurants, café, hotels and resorts, as well as free public parking and paid parking on premises are available nearby. Entrance fee: Adults 40 baht and children 20 baht for Thais. Adults 200 baht and children 100 baht for foreigners. Thai Senior Citizens are free.
The water fall was beautiful and Al so the view. But DO NOT and I mean DO NOT eat at the small take out restaurant near the entrance because it’s really dirty and especially the Schweppes. But except that, the water fall is great but there’s a lot of stairs to climb and on top of that is a close up of the water fall and there’s a small pond under it that you can swim in and you don’t need a life jacket 👍
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Vet Elephant Sanctuaries
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Do Outdoor Activities in the Morning
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Location Info
Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – February
Avoid: August – October (flooding risk)
Rainy season
June – October
Avg. temperature
22°C – 38°C(72°F – 100°F)
Crowds
Peak: November – February
Getting there
Train from Bangkok Hua Lamphong (~1.5 hrs, very cheap). Minivan from Bangkok's Mo Chit (~1.5 hrs). Day trip by car from Bangkok is easy.
Getting around
- •Bicycle rental (best way to see ruins)
- •Tuk-tuks (negotiate half-day rate)
- •Motorbike rental
- •Boat tours on the river