Why should you go there and how do you do it right?

The Pirate Waterfall is located in the forest of Ko Adang, the large, jungle-covered island opposite Koh Lipe in Tarutao National Park. It is the longer of the two hiking trails, starting from Laem Son, the beach where the Koh Lipe longtail boats dock and where the park ranger station is located. The approximately 2.5 km long trail begins at the western end of the beach and follows the black water pipes into the jungle.

The trail is steep, muddy in places, and poorly marked. Therefore, wear sturdy shoes instead of flip-flops and bring water, as there are no shops outside the ranger station. The waterfalls themselves are rather small, and the flow can be low during the dry season. So, don't come just for the water, but also for the hike through the forest. The steeper climb to the Chado Cliff viewpoint starts at the same beach and can be done on the same morning.

The longtail boat trip from Koh Lipe to Laem Son costs approximately 100 baht each way. The national park closes parts of Koh Adang outside of peak season, and the reopening date varies from year to year, so check with the park office or your boat driver before your trip.