Continuing with our week in Hua Hin, today we set off for the wetlands in a nearby national park. We had missed out on the abundant lotus flowers blooming but were hoping to see some birdlife.
This national park is surrounded by towering majestic limestone mountains. There is also a kilometre long boardwalk to view the surroundings or you can hire a boatman and his boat, which we did.
The first thing I noticed was the complete silence with maybe the occasional bird call. You are immediately struck by the serenity and peace here.
The birds were there of course, hidden by the long grasses so it was difficult for me to take any decent shots.
It was a hard job for our tiller man to navigate through the reeds. Going slow or fast or stopping completely to untangle the propellor. He did need to get out a few times to push us through!
The photos below are the best of the bunch. It was tricky trying to focus, especially when Mr. Tiller only briefly slowed down.
Gliding through the reedy waters and looking out for the birds was a great way to spend an afternoon. We were on the boat for around 45 minutes and our backsides were getting quite numb.
A pagoda to sit and relax and watch for wildlife
This is a tour well worth taking, reasonably priced and well organised.
After this we stopped at a small place for iced coffee. Although try as I might I find iced coffee too bitter for my liking.
Behind the kiosk there was a large cactus display showing some very quirky and colourful blooms.
A Gallery of Cacti
If you’re ever in Hua Hin, I highly recommend setting aside a day for this amazing outing. It’s a wonderful escape from a day at the beach.
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Looks fabulous, Ali xx
Thanks Jo ☺️
Glorious scenery
Yes it was a great afternoon Sheree
That is a spectacular viewing tower. And the scenery is beautiful – you could spend a while up there just enjoying the view if there were no birds around
Thanks Carol
Anthony went to the top but I was too busy looking for birds and missed him!
The boat ride through the reeds and quiet wetlands must’ve been magical and even with the tricky navigation! I love that it’s such a simple, nature-filled experience away from the beach crowds.
Thanks for your comments ☺️
That looks like such a serene and beautiful place!
It was Sarah, such a lovely surprise
A beautiful place.
Such a beautiful place.
Thanks Helen, I was so pleased we got to see this place
Beautiful pictures! Seems blissfully scenic and peaceful 🙂
Thanks Meg, it was, and hot too
I chuckle at your parting comment ” It’s a wonderful escape from a day at the beach”. But I hear you and understand full well what you mean!
It is such a lovely and varied national park; the cliff faces and the wildlife are very exciting.
And that Chocolate House? fabulous.