As the concept of ecotourism has been growing in the past decade, national parks now become a big draw for visitors. However, remember to help keep the beauty by not harming the environment.
Taman Negara National Park, Malaysia
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Welcome to the world’s oldest rainforest with the infamous longest canopy walkways in it! Taman Negara, the literal meaning of National Park, sprawls across 4,343 sq kilometers and indeed has a beautiful landscape. It is also home to a vast diversity of flora and wildlife sanctuary. Experience the canopy walkways for a more thrilling sensation 45 meters above ground
Doi Inthanon National Park, Thailand
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This national park is named after the tallest peak in Thailand, Doi Inthanon which is located close to the national park. Situated at such high altitude, a unique experience you can enjoy here is the low temperature—it is not everywhere in tropical Thailand you can have such temperatures, ranging from 10 – 12 degrees Celsius.
In an area of 482 square kilometers, you can find two majestic temples inside Doi Inthanon National Park, namely Phra Mahathat Napha Methanidon and Phra Mahathat Naphaphon Bhumisri.
Similan Islands National Park, Thailand
Tropical beach beautiful sea and blue sky at Similan island, Andaman sea, Thailand (image: Scuba Diver Life)
Established in 1982, Similan Islands National Park is often included in Top 10 dive destinations in the world and the best one in Thailand. The best part of Similan Islands, it welcomes every level of diver and divers can easily find manta rays and whale sharks along with beautiful coral reefs.
Komodo National Park, Indonesia
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A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Komodo National Park is situated in the eastern part of Indonesia, East Nusa Tenggara province to be precise. As the name tells, it is popular for its Komodo dragons habitat. The national park can instantly turn you to be super adventurous as it offers a number of fun activities such as snorkeling, diving, sailing, trekking to hilly island of Rinca, or simply watch the world goes by at the seaside.
Bromo-Tengger-Semeru National Park, Indonesia
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Carpeting an area of about 800 square kilometers, the national park that is located in East Java, Indonesia has been protected since 1919. Lie in its vicinity are two active volcanoes namely Mount Bromo and Mount Semeru. It is highly recommended to watch sunrise over Mount Bromo and ride on horseback across its surroundings afterwards.
Ulu Temburong National Park, Brunei
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Half-day jungle walk in the rainforest of Ulu Temburong is totally an interesting way to spend your time in Brunei. It has a 50-meter of canopy viewing walkway that would allow you to enjoy the national park from a bird’s eye view. Do not forget to observe up to 400 kinds of butterflies!
Pho Nha-Ke Bang National Park, Vietnam
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The cavernous wonder of Pho Nha-Ke Bang covers an area of approximately 885 square kilometers that consists of tropical forests, mountains, underground rivers, and caves. Not only do you can encounter the Asia’s oldest karst mountains in the national park, but the wildlife sanctuary where tigers, elephants, and bears inhabit can also be found here—making it designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2003.
Nam Ha National Protected Area, Laos
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Luang Namtha province, in northern part of Laos is where Nam Ha lies. Often referred to as botanically rich and unique, Nam Ha National Portected Area is a resident to more than 35 species of large mammals and over 300 species of birds. However, Nam Ha National Protected Area is the only national park in Laos that was awarded ASEAN Heritage Park.
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Khkakaborazi National Park is set just at the foothills of the Himalayas and is no doubt the highest peak in Southeast Asia at the height of 5,881 meters above sea level. A haven for wildlife, the national park is shelter to various faunas such as blue sheep, takin, deer, birds, and butterflies.
Mount Apo National Park, the Philippines
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Discover its beauty and make a friendly encounter with nature at Mount Apo National Park. Dubbed the grandfather of all mountains in the Philippines looming at 2,954 meters above sea level, Mount Apo is considered an active volcano. Spot the national park in south-central Mindanao.