Salavin National Park has an area of ​​721 square kilometers, it takes place on the famous river Salavin, which is a natural border between Thailand and neighboring Myanmar (Burma). It originates in Tibet, stretching more than 3,000 kilometers, runs through China, Thailand and Myanmar. In the vernacular name of the river sounds like we Mae Kong.

Best time to visit the national park - the period from March to April, also known as the dry season. At this time, the water level is low, and white sandy beaches are available. Among popular tourist establishment of tent camps next to the banks of the river Salavin.

The traditional route is boating along the picturesque mountain scenery and small coastal villages. Sailing ships, as well as elongated boats are a popular option for Salavin movement. Among local tourist attractions are also worth mentioning canoeing, rafting and kayaking.

If you want to cross the river and landed on the shores of Myanmar, be extremely careful. The rebel group Karen people living on the other side, are quite unfriendly to strangers.

Most Salavin consists of high mountains covered with forests, home to the Thai-Burmese small nationalities. The vegetation of the national park consists of mixed deciduous dipterocarp and pine forests. They are inhabited by antelope, deer, wild boars, palm civet (civet), bears, squirrels, gibbons and a variety of birds.