The waterfall is located near the road and near an old, abandoned rail track, so it’s not necessary to trek deep inside the forest to reach it; however this introduces a risk: over-tourism. Certainly there were tourists taking snapshots (and baths) when I visited, which raises the question on how to sustain our natural resources, preserving them while making a profit as well. A difficult balance that has to be very carefully analysed and that should put the priority always in keeping the nature as intact and pristine as possible.
Erawan National Park, Thailand
Gonzalo Broto
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