Phaeng Waterfall (Nam Tok Phaeng)
The island's easiest-to-reach waterfall, inside the national park, with a jungle nature trail and the Domsila viewpoint overlooking central Koh Phangan.
- Category
- Waterfalls
- Entrance fee
- Free (as of 2026 - confirm locally)
- Hours
- Daylight, roughly 08:00-17:00 - confirm locally
- Best time
- Rainy season roughly July-Sept for water; morning to beat the heat on the climb to the Domsila viewpoint above it
- Time needed
- 1-2 hours (add ~30-40 min return for the Domsila viewpoint climb)
- Difficulty
- Easy to the falls; moderate and steep for the short Domsila viewpoint scramble above
About Phaeng Waterfall (Nam Tok Phaeng)
Phaeng is the waterfall to pick if you don't want a mission. It sits right on the main cross-island road, close to Thong Sala, which makes it the most accessible fall on the island and an easy add to any day.
The smart move is to pair the falls with the Domsila viewpoint just above. It's a short but steep scramble and it opens up a good panorama over central Koh Phangan, so you get more than just the cascade for your effort.
Same seasonality rule applies: this is a jungle waterfall, so come in the wet months for actual water. In the dry season it drops off. Go in the morning to beat the heat on the climb.
Highlights
- The island's easiest-to-reach waterfall
- Jungle nature trail inside the national park
- Short climb to the Domsila viewpoint over central Koh Phangan
- Quick trip from Thong Sala
Tips
- Pair the falls with the Domsila viewpoint climb just above
- Go in the rainy season for real water flow
- Climb in the morning to avoid the midday heat
- Wear grippy shoes for the steep, short scramble to the viewpoint
How to get there
~4 km east of Thong Sala on the main cross-island road; scooter ~10 min or taxi ~150 THB - the most accessible waterfall on the island