Domsila Viewpoint

Ko Pha-Ngan


The terrific Domsila Viewpoint – offering a rocky perch with superb, panoramic views over the island – is a 15-minute, root-choked climb up from Nam Tok Phaeng waterfall. Then you can either backtrack or continue on the two- to three-hour trek through the jungle in a loop, past other waterfalls before bringing you back. Take water, appropriate shoes and a hat.


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