Among the Thai rivers used for rafting, Kaeng Hin Phoeng is the most popular. This river gained its popularity because there are rapids of varying skill levels and the course's compact area makes for a perfect day trip. In addition, its close proximity to the capitol, Bangkok, courts adventures looking for a quick getaway from their hectic urban lives.
Location Kaeng Hin Phoeng originates from the Sai Yai River in the Khao Yai National Park. The river continues to me ander through the landscape until it merges with the Bang Pakong River. The Kaeng Hin Phoeng rafting area is located inside the Khao Yai National Forest near the 9th Ranger Unit at Amphoe Nadi in the province of Prachinburi.
Highlights
The best time for rafting at Kaeng Hin Phoeng is during the rainy season, which lasts from July to October. During this time, the water level is high, providing a faster flow, cleaner rapids, and generally less hazardous conditions. A typical outing will last for about two hours and cover four and a half kilometers of water. During your trip, you will pass sections that range from easy to challenging. After passing Kaeng Hin Phoeng, which is the most difficult section, you will arrive at Wang Nam Lorn. This is the widest and slowest section of the trip. Next, you pass through Wang Khon, a narrower section, and reach to Look Sua. By this time you will probably need a rest. Most rafters beach their rafts here and enjoy a leisurely swim at Wang Yao. At Wang Yao, the current moves at a snail's pace, providing a safe place to wade or swim.
   When your strength is replenished, it's on to Wang Sai for the fast and exciting rapids. Finally, your trip concludes at Kaeng Ngu Hao where your tour operator will pick you up. When rafting through Kaeng Hin Phoeng, tourists will have to walk along the river for about two kilometers from the parking lot. However, once you see the beauty this area has to offer you'll realize the walk was well worth the effort. Depending on the resort you select, you may stop at different locations along the river.

How to Get There
From Bangkok, you will take Highway 305 leading to Nakhon Nayok by way if Amphoe Ongkharak. Once past Nakhon Nayok, take Highway 33 to Amphoe Kabinburi. When you reach Ban Sadu, turn left toward Sadu-Saphan Hin and continue driving until you come to the 9th Khao Yai National Park Ranger Unit. The total distance of this trip is 68 kilometers.
Rafting operators: Sai Yai Resort call: 0-3728- 2576
Kaeng Hin Phoeng Camping call: 0-3740-5608 or 0-3740-5611
Kaeng Hin Phoeng Riverside Resort call: 0-2989-7941-2