5. Chalae - 3 Pagoda Pass - Sangkhlaburi Bicycle Track

This bicycle track is a 85 Km bike ride from Chalae in Thong Pha Phum District to the Three Pagoda Pass and back to Sangkhlaburi being the 5th track from the Ayutthaya - Three Pagoda Pass - Ayutthaya Route.

The track starts in Chalae and we continue to follow Rd #323 over Prang Phe and Nong Lu until the Three Pagoda Pass. From here we return on the same road to overnight at Sangkhlaburi. A large part of the track goes through Kao Laem National Park. Khao Laem National Park covers the surrounding fertile forest of the Khao Laem Reservoir in Sangkla Buri and Thong Pha Phum, The park is one of the five National Parks that was established to honor the 60th anniversary of King Bhumibhol. The park covers an area of 1,497 Sq Km and has steep limestone mountains running in a north-south axis. Khao Laem is the water source of Khwae Noi River and other important rivers. The park consists of mixed deciduous, hill evergreen and dry evergreen forest, which are the wildlife habitats for bear, tiger, gaur, elephant, sambar deer, barking deer, wild pig and birds.

Main points of interest on this track are the Kroeng Krawia Falls, the Lijia Cave and the Three Pagoda Pass (Chedi Sam Ong).

The tour will take about 5-6 hours depending on the weather conditions and your physical fitness. The track is fully paved. There are passages involved over main roads with rather heavy traffic. Be careful in these locations. Points of Interest are mainly for reference.

Tips and Warnings

Be cautious as traffic is sometimes chaotic and dangerous. Motor vehicles often fail to see cyclists and pedestrians, so you must closely watch out for them. Motorcycles are a common cause of local accidents. Dogs and potholes can also be dangerous, especially in remote areas.

Be visible and wear yellow or orange colors. Use flashing rear bike lights during your bicycle trip. It is inadvisable to drive at night due to the lack of lighting.

Weather can be very hot, so make sure to drink plenty of fluids and wear sun block. Cover the body parts as much as possible and wear a hat or even better a bike helmet. Stay hydrated!

Be sure to have a tire repair kit with you, as flat tires are common due to the badly maintained roads and the lack of bicycle paths.

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