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Hat Noppharat Thara–Mu Ko Phi Phi National Park

Hat Noppharat Thara–Mu Ko Phi Phi National Park is a national park in Thailand, established in 1983, covering 388 km² (150 sq mi). It is the #58 largest of Thailand's 152 national parks. Marine protected area in Krabi Province, Thailand.

Area
388 km²
Established
1983
IUCN
II: National Park
Nearest airport
KBV · 33 km
Hat Noppharat Thara–Mu Ko Phi Phi National Park
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Nearest airports to Hat Noppharat Thara–Mu Ko Phi Phi National Park

  1. 1
    Krabi International Airport Flag of ThailandKrabi, Thailand Airports in ThailandTransfers & Meet & Greet →
    KBV33 kmstraight line
  2. 2
    Phuket International Airport Flag of ThailandPhuket, Thailand Airports in ThailandTransfers & Meet & Greet →
    HKT55 kmstraight line
  3. 3
    Trang Airport Flag of ThailandTrang, Thailand Airports in Thailand
    TST103 kmstraight line

More about Hat Noppharat Thara–Mu Ko Phi Phi National Park

Hat Noppharat Thara–Mu Ko Phi Phi National Park is one of 152 national parks in Thailand — marine protected area in Krabi Province, Thailand. It covers 388 km² (38,800 ha) — about 3.7 times the size of Paris, making it the #58 largest national park in Thailand (0.5% of the country's national park area).

History and protection

The park was established in 1983, 43 years ago — the first national parks in Thailand date back to 1962. It is listed in IUCN category II: National Park — protecting whole ecosystems while welcoming visitors for recreation and education.

Visiting Hat Noppharat Thara–Mu Ko Phi Phi National Park

The closest airport is Krabi International Airport (KBV), about 33 km away — around 43 minutes by car; alternatively Phuket International Airport (HKT, 55 km). Other national parks within reach include Khao Phanom Bencha National Park (50 km²), Ao Phang Nga National Park (401 km²), Than Bok Khorani National Park (104 km²) and Sirinat National Park (90 km²) — easy to combine on one trip.

Frequently asked questions

How big is Hat Noppharat Thara–Mu Ko Phi Phi National Park?

388 km² — about 38,800 hectares or 150 square miles.

When was Hat Noppharat Thara–Mu Ko Phi Phi National Park established?

In 1983 — 43 years ago.

What is the nearest airport to Hat Noppharat Thara–Mu Ko Phi Phi National Park?

Krabi International Airport (KBV), about 33 km away in a straight line.

What protection category is Hat Noppharat Thara–Mu Ko Phi Phi National Park?

It is listed under IUCN category II: National Park of the IUCN protected area categories.

Data: Wikidata (CC0), English Wikipedia and Wikimedia Commons.