Thailand does have plenty of impressive and diverse landscape when it comes to scenery. Whether you see beauty and majesty in rugged mountains, jungle-covered hills, white sandy beaches, or the glittering lights of the capital city, there’s something to suit any photographer with a bent for views and landscapes in Thailand.
Certainly it depends on what kind of surroundings you like to look out on, but if you’re a fan of any picturesque viewpoint from up high, and expect a thailand honeymoon tours, there are a plethora of panoramic scenes that are too beautiful to miss across the country in Thailand. Let’s take a look at some of the most beautiful viewpoints in Thailand:
1. Doi Inthanon
As the highest mountain in Thailand, you can expect a brilliant view of stretches of land 2,565 meters above sea level at Doi Inthanon in Chiang Mai. Surprisingly, the peak of the mountain is not even its best view! During the ascent of the mountain, voyagers will find stunning twin royal pagodas built in 1987 and 1992 to commemorate HM King Bhumibol and HM Queen Sirikit’s 60th birthdays.
What’s more, the excursion includes adventures at every corner with lush forestry, birdwatching, remarkable waterfalls, and more. If you love a beautiful sunrise, be sure to head to the summit of Doi Inthanon before sunrise to experience the view of brilliant hues in the sky.
2. Phi Phi Viewpoint
Phi Phi Viewpoint offers an outstanding view across the islands, with the beautiful Loh Dalum Bay beneath you and Tonsai Village. While it’s a bit of a trek to get up to the viewpoint directly from the village, the route around the back is easier and there is a small café at the top.
It’s best to shoot the view in the morning or at midday. That gives you the beautiful turquoise water in the bay, with the opposite cliffs nicely lit. Visit after 1pm and they’ll be in deep shadow.
3. Baiyoke Tower II
Baiyoke Tower has been a prominent feature of the Bangkok skyline since its completion in 1998. Towering at 309 metres above the Pratunam area, the building offers excellent views of the surrounding city, which stretches out to the horizon in every direction.
The night shot from here, looking out east over the tangle of expressways, is a classic – shooting a timelapse video is also highly recommended. While the natural instinct is to go straight for the revolving observation deck on the 84th floor, you can get equally great views from the skywalk, located on the 77th level.
4. Khao Ngon Nak Viewpoint
The trail to the summit of the Dragon Crest Mountain (‘Khao Ngon Nak’ in Thai) is approximately 4 km in length. It takes about 2.5 hours to reach the highest viewpoint, situated 565 metres above sea level. The climb is not that difficult, but only those in a decent physical condition should attempt it. Along the way, hikers encounter a stream, 2 viewpoints, a waterfall and, last but not least, the panoramic summit.
There’s a famous jutting rock at the summit, from which you can enjoy a fantastic landscape of sheer rocky outcrops on the otherwise flat land. It’s also the place you should sit for the iconic ‘living life on the edge’ picture, though you do so at your own risk.
5. Nang Yuan Viewpoint
Just off the northwest coast of Koh Tao, Koh Nang Yuan is a collection of 3 tiny islets linked by a sandbank. The white sandy beach is one of the best in Thailand, but is also one of the busiest, thanks to its immense popularity and small size. The southernmost of the 3 islets is where you get the best view, requiring a fairly easy 10-15 minute hike to get up to the rocky overlook.
6. Karon Viewpoint
We all know that there are some great views to be had on the island of Phuket, and Karon Viewpoint is one of the most popular spots for taking in the scenery.
The viewpoint can be found between Nai Harn and Kata Noi beaches, just to the south of Kata Noi.Beach. The spot features as a stop-off point on the itineraries of many tourists. You can take in views of Kata Noi, Kata Yai and Karon beaches from here, across an 8 km vista, and the panorama looks out directly to the Andaman Sea.
7. Phu Chi Fa
The view from Phu Chi Fa isn’t actually of Thailand as the clifftop viewpoint is right on the border with Laos. Located about 90 km east of Chiang Rai City, it’s one of the more remote viewpoints in Thailand. While it requires a bit of a trek to get there, the viewpoint is still very popular, particularly with locals. On a clear day, you get a fantastic view of the rugged countryside and the Mekong River valley. On a not-so-clear day, the 1,628-metre elevation puts you well above the clouds, making it quite a mysterious (if soggy) view.
Dawn is the most popular time to visit this viewpoint for a beautiful “sea of mist” effect.
8. Northern Viewpoint Khao Yai
The stunning Khao Yai National Park covers an area of 300 sq km, with plenty of breathtaking sights to see. With excellent tarmac roads, it’s also very easy to explore and enjoy. The Northern Viewpoint Khao Yai is sometimes called Kilometre 30 Viewpoint – unsurprisingly because it’s at the 30 km marker on Thanarat Road. With plenty of roadside car parking, it offers a great view of the verdant valley below.
While the midday sun offers the evenest lighting, dusk and dawn provide beautiful colours and more distinct contours, which will bring your pictures to life.
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