Nam Tok Wang Saotong

Ko Samui


This high-drop waterfall is just north of the ring road near Ban Hua Thanon and visitors love exploring the trail leading up to it. There are signs warning visitors not to climb the falls as there have been fatalities, and those arriving on scooters will have to pay a small fee to park. This fall often dries up during the hot season (July and August), so check ahead with locals.


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