Countless stunning photographs are showcased online, making me wonder, "What if I were the one who captured that image?" It would be an incredible feeling to share what my eyes have witnessed in the places I've been with others.

When a question arose in my heart, the answer at that time was a camera and a small mountain, as a starting point for practicing photography.

And then, not long after, the camera was in my hands with the destination at Khao Luang Sukhothai.

[Spoiler] Click to reveal hidden messageFor this trip, I used the Olympus OM-D E-M10 MARK II, which I recently purchased, and my iPhone 5s.

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On Friday afternoon after work, I had to drive from Rayong to Bangkok to pack my things. I got some sleep because we were going to leave tonight at 00.00 for Sukhothai, about 500 km away.

The problem is that I have to take a manual car and none of the members can drive it, so I have to drive solo all the way. Oh well, it shouldn't be too bad.

After patrolling and recruiting members in Bangkok, I set off to pick up my younger brother in Kon Wan. I arrived around four in the morning, so I stopped by my favorite pork blood soup shop for a quick bite to recharge. Driving along the Kamphaeng Phet route, I had to stop at a gas station for a nap as drowsiness started to creep in.

Continuing our journey until around 7 am, we bought supplies at a small market in a temple near the entrance of Ramkhamhaeng National Park. Once everything was ready, we turned into the park. There was a light drizzle, but the clouds covered the entire mountain. I could only pray to God that it wouldn't rain while we were walking.

Upon entering the national park, we went to the office to pay the entrance fee of 40 baht per person and 30 baht per car. For those who didn't bring their own tents or sleeping bags, they could rent them here. I actually brought my own tent, but since I was carrying a lot of cooking equipment, I decided to rent one here instead. The rental fee was 150 baht per tent.

I later found out that there were cooking utensils available for rent upstairs as well. Oh no, I shouldn't have brought mine up.

Okay, with everything ready, let's shoulder our bags and begin our journey.

The trail was already muddy because it had been raining before we arrived.

After a while, we came across this giant tree lying across our path.

The initial part of the trail is relatively easy and not too steep, making it a comfortable walk.

Normally, we don't need to carry a lot of water because we can refill it at rest stops along the way. But on the day we went, a wildfire had just burned down the water pipeline. Oh well, we only brought one small bottle of water each.

It shouldn't be too bad, only 3.7 kilometers. But from this point on, the path starts to change, and the incline starts to kick in. It's time to start looking for walking sticks.

After enduring the walk for a while longer, we arrived at the viewpoint halfway.

Let's take a break because the path ahead is almost all uphill. The rain started to fall, so we had to cover our bags with cloth. After a short break, we had to continue our journey. Not because of the rain, but because of the insects, mosquitoes, and other small animals. Insect repellent only helped for a few minutes.

In addition to the steepness, the rain also makes it slippery. Shoes that don't have good grip can easily slip.

After climbing for a while, you will enter a forest of large trees.

And then happiness slowly crept in and covered everything... The mist itself, oh my, it's refreshing.

Immersed in the mist, forgetting the fatigue for a moment, until entering the bamboo forest without realizing it.

Looking at the sign on the side of the road, it says that this is the Sai Ngam that I've been looking for. But my little brother is starting to get cramps.

And here is the beautiful bra. It's so magnificent. Everything is perfect. The fog, the sunlight. We stopped to take pictures here for a while.

Once we pass the beautiful mountain range, we will be close to our accommodation.

If I remember correctly, the Naak Crater looks very deep when you look inside.

The fog still lingers intermittently. After this point, it's the final bend. Just a few hundred meters more.

Before reaching the resting area, it was the steepest point.

And finally, here we are. Let's jump with all our remaining strength!

Upon arriving around two in the afternoon, we went to contact the staff and bought some water to quench our thirst. Suddenly, the rain started to pour and became increasingly heavy. The staff then told us that we needed to find shelter under a roof, as the tent we had booked for two people would likely not be able to withstand the heavy rain.

The officer went to arrange for a tent indoors. Okay, at that moment I couldn't take it anymore. I was both sleepy and tired. I asked to rest first. The rain was probably still falling heavily and continuously with no sign of stopping. I guess I won't be able to watch the sunset after all. T_T

I woke up at around 4:30 am. Oh my god, the rain has stopped and the sky is clear! Thank God. I invite everyone to continue walking with me to watch the sunset at Khao Mae Ya and Khao Phu Ka. But the officer said that Khao Phu Ka is another two kilometers away. It will take an hour to go back and forth. It will be dark soon.

My friend and I decided to go to Khao Mae Ya while the other two slept in the tent.

Due to the recent heavy rain, the path will be even more slippery, but the surrounding nature is very beautiful.

After a short walk, we reached the peak, standing at an altitude of over 1200 meters. The breathtaking view surrounded us, and I'll let the pictures speak for themselves.

And this is the spot I like because the sun sets and you can see the view of the top of Phu Ka mountain as well. Set up the camera and wait to capture the sunlight here. It took almost an hour to get this picture because the sky might not be cooperating. Let the clouds block the sun's light, but luckily there is a gap for the light to come through.

As a novice, I feel very happy to have taken this picture. It is definitely the most beautiful at that time. Even though I had to wait a long time, with the weather getting colder and colder, reaching 20 degrees, and the wind blowing in waves, it was really worth it.

As the sun began to set, we had to hurry down to our accommodation before it got too dark to see the path.

Upon returning tonight, we cooked a simple meal: stir-fried instant noodles with egg, pre-made stir-fried basil with chicken, and pre-made chicken panang curry. After we were full, we went out to lie down and watch the stars in the early evening. We caught a glimpse of the Milky Way and the sky was full of stars, but our photography skills weren't up to par, so we couldn't capture it in a photo.

The travelers sang and danced around the campfire until the generator ran out of fuel. It was time to go to bed after a long day. Good night tonight with the sound of the boat engine from many tents 555

See you tomorrow at Arun Bencha at Khao Narai.

The alarm clock went off at 5 am, waking everyone around me. I apologize to everyone around me if the sound disturbed them, as it took me several seconds to turn off the alarm.

Leaving the tent, oh my god, it's almost dawn. We hurriedly prepared ourselves, grabbed our food and walked to Khao Naraai to wait for the sunrise.

We may be a little late, not in time to welcome the first light at the horizon. The clouds are still thick across the sky, blocking the sunlight as usual. The travelers gradually came to wait together at the rock, that one.

The sky slowly turned golden, reflecting on the water below, inviting a trance-like state.

Sitting on the very edge of the cliff, it feels like I'm a part of this vast sky.

After sitting for a while, the sky changed color again. Both clouds and fog were mixed together. Just let go of your body and mind and let yourself be carried away by the atmosphere around you. There is no need for any disturbances to bother our minds.

We've been here for hours without realizing it.

After enjoying the view for a while, we felt a strange energy pulling us towards a specific spot. So, we talked to my younger brother and decided to go down there.

Close your eyes, spread your hands, and let the wind embrace you. You will feel as if you and nature are one.

After 2-3 hours, it was time to return to collect our belongings and say goodbye to this place.

Sitting down and leaning against the ground seems to be the best way to land on this type of terrain. 55

Last night, we slept here, just under the shelter of the eaves to keep out the rain, which wouldn't have helped much if it had actually rained. The girls, meanwhile, were sleeping comfortably in the big tent. Our stomachs were rumbling, so we had to fill up on egg porridge to keep us going before we set off down the mountain.

After everything was settled, it was almost 9 o'clock, so we took a commemorative photo and started our descent. We went down the same path we had climbed up, which was steep and slippery. We even kept track of how many times we fell, and someone fell a whopping ten times! 55

We descended with difficulty, our clothes and bodies covered in mud. Upon reaching the bottom, we immediately went to take a shower. The descent took us about two and a half hours, as we hardly took any breaks.

Farewell to Khao Luang Sukhothai, a short 3.7 km hike with an elevation gain of 1200 meters.

The members were starting to get hungry and wanted to eat some spicy papaya salad, but it wasn't easy to find a restaurant nearby. So they drove until they came across Rainbow Waterfall and decided to stop by for a look. They figured that a waterfall and papaya salad would be a perfect combination.

Nearby is Rainbow Waterfall, which has 4 floors. But when we asked the officer how far it was, he said that the first floor was about 800 meters with a moderate amount of water. He turned to ask the members.

Everyone was unresponsive. It was clear that they were exhausted. They decided to turn around, eat, and go home. They said they would try again another time. This time, they had to miss out. They came across a roadside restaurant that served papaya salad, so they ate until they were full. Then they drove away.

As I had to take my younger brother to Nakhon Sawan, I took the opportunity to take the members to see the city. It was a mountain again, but we were able to drive up and see the whole city.

"Frog legs"

It's been a long time since I've been here. Things have changed a lot since I was a child.... Looking at the sky, the rain is starting to creep up behind us again.

We stopped by for fish ball noodles and bingsu to recharge before heading back. The rain really came down, and it was heavy. It rained all the way to Bangkok.

A weekend trip with a budget of only a few hundred baht per person can add happiness and smiles to our lives.

Many times, people tend to make excuses, saying they don't have time or money, but they still want to travel and relax. In the end, they just end up staying at home.

Just try to look away from your mobile phone and look at the world, no matter how near or far. You may know that there are things you love, but you just don't know them yet.

See you again on the next trip, at one of the mountain peaks.