Thi Lo Su Waterfall
The hidden
giant
TAK PROVINCE
A weekend at Thi Lo Su may make you come home drained of energy, but
with piles of spectacular photos and fun memories. Visitors must steel themselves right from the
start. The ‘Sky Highway 1090 winds from Mae Sot to Umphang through a
mountainous region inhabited by hill tribes. Its 1219 sharp curves, zigzagging
through lush, forested landscapes, have churned many stomachs. After four
hours, visitors arrive in Umphang, the biggest district in Thailand, sharing a
180 km border with Myanmar. It used to be inhabited solely by the Karen people,
prior to Thais moving in from the North. Now, it is a hub of accommodation and
tour operators organizing trips to the majestic Thi Lo Su Waterfall.
Thi Lo Su is
beautiful in her many guises. During the rainy season, visitors will be awed by
the sight of an endless line of mighty water crashing down 300 m onto the rocks
below. In the dry season, the gigantic waterfall spanning 500 m turns into
numerous small cascades separated by mossed rocks and trees, making it appear
as a patchwork of verdant gardens.
Thi Lo Su is
the star of the Wildlife Sanctuary, but its sister waterfall, Thi Lo Cho,
should not be missed. A typical programed will combine ratting on the Mae Klong
River; visit to Thi Lo Su and Thi Lo Cho Falls. Some trekking; and upon request,
stays in Karen villages, and total forest immersion via elephant back. However,
it should be noted that the likelihood of seeing large animals during any of
these activities is low. Also, trekkers should bring mosquito repellant and
antimalarial medication.
ไม่มีความคิดเห็น:
แสดงความคิดเห็น