Traveler's Diary September 16-18, 2016
Hello friends, Jack is back again. After mentioning in the Krabi review that I would climb Khao Luang, the review is here. What happened? Follow me, I'll tell you.
Let me tell you that this trip has a great view and is really worth the walk. After posting the pictures, people asked if Sukhothai has anything like this. Yes, it does.

Many people may wonder why we have to go through all this trouble when it's so comfortable to stay at home. This is my second time hiking, and Jack loves it. There are many wonders to be found in nature, from the mountains and forests to the animals, big and small. Most importantly, the company of fellow travelers makes for a great experience. The secrets of nature above are something we could never find on the ground.

Wait, wait, wait! I almost forgot! I need to sell something first, as per the usual steps.

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Jack will provide a brief overview in a concise manner.

Khao Luang National Park, Sukhothai, or Ramkhamhaeng National Park, Sukhothai Province.

Open all year round. For inquiries, please contact 087-3137897 and 081-6746131.

Initial information: There are restrooms and showers at the office.

Amenities include a convenience store, a restaurant (highly rated and affordable), food vendors, tents, sleeping mats, and sleeping bags available for rent. Contact information is provided below.

You can pick up your items upstairs, where you will also find restrooms, showers, and a convenience store selling beverages, instant noodles, and canned food.

The price has increased due to the difficulty of transportation. For example, a can of Coke costs 35 baht.

No cooked-to-order food is available. Electrical outlets are provided. AIS mobile phone signal is intermittent, so do not expect consistent connectivity.

No need to use it, right? Enjoy the view, the sky, the forest. It's relaxing, isn't it?

The 3.7-kilometer trail from the AC headquarters may seem short, but it is no walk in the park. You can hike it yourself without a guide.

The trail gradually ascends, reaching an elevation of 1,200 meters above sea level.

Along the trail, there are water refill stations. When we went, there was a minor issue with the water supply system, but there will be water available to refill above the viewpoint.

There are no leeches here, but there are a lot of mosquitoes. Please bring mosquito repellent. Most importantly, don't forget to bring water, especially electrolyte-rich drinks, as we will sweat a lot.

Upon reaching the top from the campsite, we must continue walking to reach the various viewpoints. The path is circular.

There are clear signs. It's quite tiring to walk up.

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If you want to watch the sunset, go to Khao Phra Mae Ya. If you want to watch the sunrise, go to Pha Narai.

I didn't go on this trip alone, and I didn't get dumped either. 5555 It's just that Pran Korn left us earlier on the 10th and 11th, but I wasn't free, so I sulked and posted a status on Facebook.

He wants to go to Khao Luang. Coincidentally, Boy, a Facebook friend and one of the admins of the "เที่ยวสิวะ" page, is there. What is he doing there?

They organize trips almost every week, inviting people to join and share the costs, which typically range from 17 to 18 [currency unit].

The budget is around 1,000 baht. The organizers would like everyone to wear the same page shirts, so the cost of the shirts at cost price is included in the budget.

The total cost includes van transportation, park entrance fees, tent rental, and food. We will be a group of 11 people.

Day 1: Our Departure

Meet at the van on Friday, the 16th at 3:30 PM at BTS Mo Chit.

We went without knowing anyone, never having met before, but everyone was very friendly and we got along well. We picked up another member, Namtan, along the way.

At Kamphaeng Phet, another member, Am, went ahead to wait at the National Park.

Jack will tell you how Am traveled. She traveled like this.

**Am took a train from Chonburi to Hua Lamphong Station > Train from Hua Lamphong Station to Phitsanulok > Took a motorbike taxi to Phitsanulok Bus Terminal**

Bus to Sukhothai 60.- > Motorcycle taxi to the park 250.- (Actually, you can take a bus to Khiri Mat district > then a motorcycle taxi to the park for about 150.-)

We arrived in Sukhothai in the early morning and stopped by the market to buy provisions. Since we weren't planning on cooking, we opted for sticky rice, which has a long shelf life.

Provisions and personnel are ready, so the journey continues.

We arrived at the park around 7 am, changed our clothes, washed our faces, brushed our teeth, and had breakfast.

The younger tiger secretly took a picture. I like it.

The sky is beautiful today.

Waiting for the office to open to inquire about tents and sleeping equipment. Park stamp is ready.

What are we laughing at?

Let's take a group photo before things get messy.

Okay, let's get started.

The officer provided guidance and emphasized that

We leave nothing but footprints.

And we will take nothing with us except photographs and memories.

Let's start walking. Let me tell you that this is Phu Kradueng, the big brother. The first part of the trail is still flat, I don't know if it's a hundred meters or not.

Encountering a large tree, we couldn't resist striking a pose for a photo.

Let's continue walking, the steep path begins now.

Signs indicating the distance and benches for resting are provided at regular intervals. Initially, all members were present.

The members started walking at their own pace, with the last group taking frequent breaks.

Boy and Noomtan will be walking together, occasionally encountering Ton and Am.

I was walking and got a foot cramp.

Jack is the one who has cramps, not me. I'm just tired from sleeping.

After a short foot massage, we continued on our journey. However, we didn't get far before we had to stop again. This time, it was because P'Namtan was feeling unwell. So, we decided to get another foot massage.

And we continued walking. Most of the trees we passed were very large. The forest here seems to be very fertile.

The path is getting steeper, how much further? It's tiring to fight against the Earth's gravity.

However, we emphasize taking frequent breaks. It is recommended not to rest for too long, as your legs may become reluctant to walk again.

From this point onwards, we will encounter a scenic viewpoint. Reaching the viewpoint signifies that we have already covered 1.6 kilometers.

The breathtaking view is worth the tiring climb.

This is actually a water filling point, but as I mentioned before,

The water delivery system is experiencing issues, resulting in a disruption to the water supply in this area.

After resting until we were no longer tired, we continued on our journey.

Is it steep? It's still steep.

From the viewpoint, there will be a water pipe. Our members seem to be very hot.

Jack's ripped pants were already ripped. It's just a steep slope, no thorns to snag them.

As I walked down the stairs, I encountered people walking up who teased me, saying that my pants were ripped from all the walking I had done.

It was a good idea to bring a waterproof bag, as we encountered light rain at times during our walk. This photo is actually showing off my keychain.

Wow, the road is smooth! But don't get too excited, it's just a short stretch.

We walked to the Pha Ma Haad raw water point for lunch, which is 2.3 km away. It took us several hours to walk there.

After recharging, we continued our journey, capturing photos along the way, from various angles and perspectives.

We have arrived at this point and stopped to take pictures.

Boy said this might be a bra, but he wasn't sure. Jack didn't know either, he had never seen a picture.

We took photos together, which was really cool. We spent a long time taking photos here, and the members went ahead.

This is where the bamboo fell. There is a path, but they didn't walk on it. They went into the bamboo thicket to take pictures, getting a sense of the difficulty.

As we walked, we caught up with the other members. Sister Namtan shouted, "The bra is here, hahaha. It's getting more and more exciting!"

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What is the purpose of taking photos for such a long time?

Here is the real beautiful bra. It's so beautiful. When we get here, it means we've walked 3 kilometers. Ohhhhh, it's so long.

Without delay, Act Art continued taking photos for quite some time.

The side view is also beautiful.

After taking the photos, I hurried away as it started to rain again. I put the camera in my bag, so I didn't take any pictures of the path. The rest of the way was all uphill.

And then I caught up with the members in the last 200 meters. I screamed, "Hey, we're almost there!" I was so happy.

Translation:

"Hooray! We've finally arrived! The last group of survivors from the trip. It took us 5 hours."

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He ran up to the sign, swung his bag, and fell down to lie down, without any prior arrangement. The condition is dead.

This picture is from Nongsue.

The rest of the group waited comfortably for an hour. 55555

Okay, we'll rest for a while before continuing on to the various peaks. The first one we'll visit is Chedi Peak. We'll put our things in the tent, wash our arms, and lie down. When I got up, Jack's arms were covered in grass and it was really itchy.

The rain started to fall again. We were sitting in the tent, waiting for the rain to stop. Boy Roiai, who was not afraid of the rain, walked up to the tent. What was he doing?

Jump and pose for a photo, let's go!

Whoa, easy there! That's Jack's umbrella, you'll break it! Haha.

The rain began to ease, and we started walking. We had to take some pictures first.

Photo from the camera of the younger tiger. Thank you to the handsome young man who came to take it for me.

Translation:

Map of the mountain peak

We will start walking from the walkway on the bathroom side.

Following the map, you are guaranteed not to get lost.

I'm here! It was so fast, it feels like a lie. 555 I'm a little sweaty though.

Breathtaking View from the Pagoda Peak

The view from the Pagoda Peak is breathtaking, with a stunningly blue sky.

Ideal for striking poses and taking photos.

Translation:

Is there anything else I can help you with?

From here, we will walk to Khao Phra Mae Ya to wait for the sunset. Along the way, we will stop to take pictures.

It's beautiful. See the mountain in front? That's where we're going. It looks far, do we really have to climb it?

Translation:

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The original text is in Thai and translates to "ต้นขอเป็นคนเหงา" in English.

Here's a breakdown of the translation:

• ต้น (Dton): This is a Thai name, likely referring to a person named Dton.
• ขอ (kŏr): This means "to ask for" or "to request."
• เป็น (pen): This means "to be" or "to become."
• คน (kon): This means "person."
• เหงา (hɛɛŋ): This means "lonely" or "alone."

Therefore, the entire sentence translates to:

"Dton asks to be lonely."

However, without further context, it's difficult to determine the exact meaning or intention behind this statement. It could be a simple expression of loneliness, a request for solitude, or something else entirely.

One cool shot, please.

Nut Saiyod, the cameraman, is secretly handsome.

No one can compete with this person, Jack's model.

Boy Roiaek

Translation:

We noticed that there are a lot of people in the photos from this trip, including photos of us and photos that were secretly taken by other people's cameras. We hope our friends won't get bored!

Beautiful picture because we will turn our backs to focus on the view. 5555

After capturing the breathtaking scenery, the group gradually made their way to the summit of Phra Mae Ya Mountain.

The path.

A signpost indicates that turning left leads to Yot Phu Kha, but we continue straight ahead to relax and wait for the sunset at Khao Phra Mae Ya.

Walking for a long time can be tiring.

Looking back, oh, that's where we were just now.

The members went to wait on the mountaintop, while Jack and Namtan stayed halfway up the mountain.

Very hungry. Phi Namtan brought sticky rice with her. Ohhhhh, Jack is saved! Thank you very much.

After we were full, we continued walking.

Thank you. This picture from Fai is very cool. I can't see her face. Haha.

On the mountaintop, during this time, the sun is setting and the wind is calm. It is not hot, and the wind is cool.

The view is breathtaking, it melts my heart. I can't help but scream.

I don't know what's wrong with me, but every time I see a beautiful view, I can't help but scream.

Looking back down to the other side of the pagoda, the mist is now gently caressing the mountain peaks.

The atmosphere is great, with 360-degree views.

We then walked to the highest peak, where there was a large rock to sit and relax on.

Or simply relax and watch the sunset, which is another great way to enjoy yourself.

Thank you for this picture, Fai.

The cool breeze and the absence of scorching sun make it extremely inviting to take a nap.

Wherever you look, there are beautiful views.

The light began to change.

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The fog below is still forming.

Today, we will not see the yolk of the egg. Instead, we will see the light that shines through the clouds.

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The lighting is beautiful. Let's take some photos of people.

There are many groups now, not just ours. The image is from Boy.

Let's go back to taking landscape photos.

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Don't get tired of us yet. We won't turn our backs on you. We guarantee it will be beautiful. Focus on the view.

This photo was taken intentionally. Thank you to Nongsue for the photo.

This is a candid photo.

CR.Boy Roy Ack

This photo is from Nongsue, thank you very much. I love it.

After the sun dipped below the horizon, we started walking back. But within seconds, we turned around and saw this sight.

Rushing back to capture the scene, I almost tripped over a blade of grass (exaggeration, haha).

And then it started to get dark.

The light is beautiful. Wow!

While others have left, we refuse to depart so easily. We choose to gaze upon the stars of the earth (the city lights below), which are truly magnificent.

And pose for a photo before leaving.

When Boy, the master of hundreds of accents, meets Jack, the master of hundreds of poses.

We took photos until the light ran out. 55555

It's time to go. Ms. Namtan is waiting for us. The path back is very slippery.

The path was slippery all the way, thanks to Boy for helping us walk.

After rejoining the group, we refueled with instant noodles and sticky rice. Then, we went our separate ways to shower.

The water is refreshingly cool, as if it had been chilled in a refrigerator. However, I couldn't resist taking a shower, as I had been sweating profusely all day. The shower left me feeling incredibly refreshed.

Although the stars are hidden from view tonight, I offer you a star from the earth (the picture is not very good).

I'm ending the first day abruptly. I'm leaving now.

DAY 2 Phra Narai. Good morning, there is fog this morning. Thank you for the early bird award.

This morning we have an appointment at Pha Narai to watch the sunrise and secretly hope for fog.

This kid wakes up at 4:30 without any fuss or drowsiness. It's a shame he doesn't show the same enthusiasm when it's time for work.

Translation:

We woke up before dawn, washed our faces, brushed our teeth, and met up at 5 am. It was still dark, but we were all ready to go, so we set off on our journey.

The path was slippery as usual, so we walked slowly. Soon, we arrived at Pha Narai and sat down to wait for the sunrise in peace.

We are the first group again. Oh my god, there is fog too. It starts to form in small groups. At least we get fog today.

Turn around a little.

Let's go downstairs and take some photos.

The fog is getting thicker.

Amidst the rising mist, we ventured onto a rocky outcrop to capture a photograph. The question of whether the subject was a dog or a dolphin sparked a lively debate among us.

The rain started to fall softly. We should head back now. It's around 6:40 AM. Luckily, we woke up early. This is the reward for early risers.

Waking up early to sit and chill. Hehe.

The rain is falling back to the tent. The same model is here.

Breakfast.

Camping ground

We will pack our things and prepare to return. We will descend around 8:30 AM. The descent will be difficult as it is raining and the path is slippery.

Stepping back can help.

The photo was taken from above, before reaching the viewpoint. There was fog.

As we descended to the viewpoint, the mist began to swirl.

We stopped at a scenic viewpoint and continued walking. We encountered a group of children, young porters, running down the hill. They were very skilled.

Translation:

We walked for a long time before finally reaching the ranger station. If there had been a pool or waterfall,

This person is about to jump down. They are very tired and hot.

After showering, washing my hair, and changing my clothes, I feel much more comfortable while waiting for the members who haven't arrived yet.

We had lunch at a restaurant in the national park. We found it to be very delicious.

Content and satisfied, we only wait for all members to be present before we set off on our return journey.

The story of Khao Luang Sukhothai has come to an end.

No need to wait for a long weekend, just travel on a regular day off.

Thank you to my fellow travelers for your friendship. Everyone was so kind.

And thanks to the trip organizers, Boy, Nut, Am, and Ton, the four guys.

Let's explore the wilderness together again when the opportunity arises.

Experience cannot be bought, it must be earned through travel.

The Little Traveler

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