About Sirinat National Park
Highlights of Sirinat National Park
The small coastal park is blessed with lush landscapes, sandy beaches and amazing greenery that attracts hundreds of visitors every year.
The park is also known for its view of low flying aircraft and is home to many commercialized resorts.
The clusters of coral leaves nestled off shore are vibrant and create a beautiful Instagram shot.
The Park is also home to around 130 species of birds including some less common ones like the brown wind kingfishers, grey and bus woodpeckers, street breasted woodpeckers, and green imperial pigeons.
Visitors can also enjoy activities like kayaking and snorkeling at one of the beaches of the national park.
Attractions Of Sirinat National Park
Mai Khao, the longest beach of Phuket island is among the most visited attractions in the National Park. This beach runs along from the Phuket airport to the northern edge of the island and can be described as a pristine location for spending time near the park. The beach was once a beautiful and safe sanctuary to sea turtles. However today visitors cannot find many sea turtle eggs on its coasts. The beach is well maintained and a pristine example of untouched nature. Visitors often spend time relaxing, enjoying trivial activities, and spending time with their loved ones.
The beach is one of the most amazing hidden gems in the landscapes of the national parks where new travellers might not easily reach. However this is a very popular tourist spot among returning travellers and is known for its beautiful environment and mini bars sprawling. The beautiful, shaded, and peaceful spots on this northern beach or one of the most liked places in Phuket. Visitors can also get a massage, shop around and enjoy the local food at the coastline of this beach.
The Nai Thon Beach is among the lesser known Beach and is located on the west coast of Phuket, near the national Park. Visitors come here to spend a peaceful time in one of the villages located on its coast. Its not very remote and away from the general facilities such as car or hotels. There is no Jetski or parasailing available at the beach however guests will find a few long tail boats bobbing and beach windows can give them a quick ride in the waters. The spot is very popular for Instagram clicks as it is surrounded by beautiful scenery.
Wildlife At Sirinat National Park
The Sirinat National Park is home to around 130 species of birds belonging to the local forest plus some birds which migrates every year. The Park also has a lush landscape of mangrove forests and beaches that house amazing marine life. The birds around the national park include some rare species like the mangrove pittas, Nicobar pigeons, brown-winged kingfishers, house crows, grey-and-buff woodpeckers, streak-breasted woodpeckers, chestnut-bellied malkoha, rufous-tailed tailorbirds, black-and-red broadbills, pied imperial pigeons and green imperial pigeons.
In addition to these amazing birds, mangrove forests of the national park are also home to some colorful wildlife like the mullet, grouper, garfish, mangrove pit viper, turtle, mudskipper, monitor lizard, and shrimp. The beautiful beaches surrounding the lush landscapes are also home to some vibrant coral reefs and marine life
Why Visit Sirinat National Park
The small coastal national park offers a lot of beautiful scenery to nature enthusiasts and is amazing for those who wish to spend some peaceful time away from city bustle.
The Sirinat National Park is home to approximately 130 species of birds that include many rare species and therefore is a great spot for avid bird watchers.
The national park is also a great sport for kayaking and canoeing, visitors love enjoying the water sports activities on its pristine beaches.
In addition to the beaches, water sports activities, and birdwatching, the place also offers campsites for the visitors.
Know Before You Visit Sirinat National Park
- Location: 89/1 Moo 1 Sakhu Thalang Phuket
- Timings: 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday to Sunday
- Best Time To Visit: The best time to visit the Sirinat national park is from the months of November through May. During these months the national park is in full bloom and visitors will get a very amazing experience at the beach. They can spend the time enjoying the cool breeze in the lush landscapes, and Snorkeling or kayaking at the beach side.
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