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After the last trip where I had the opportunity to see butterflies at the artificial pond in Pang Sida National Park, I heard that there was a program that allowed us to see butterflies in the middle of the forest. It happened that my colleague was interested, so we decided to book a day with the officer, which was June 17, 2018, to go find small butterflies in the middle of the forest together.

The trip was originally planned with a large group of members, as it was thought that the cost of hiring a car to get there would be cheaper if there were more people. However, on the day of the trip, many members were unavailable or afraid of the rain, and the group dwindled to only 5 people. Luckily, they met a man from Chonburi who was also going to the forest, so he joined them. In total, there were 6 people in their car and another car that had booked the same day as them, making a total of 2 cars for the trip. They brought water, food in case they got hungry (as they were going in at 9am and coming out around noon), and raincoats, as the weather was unpredictable.

The road leading to the destination is only accessible by SUVs or lifted pickup trucks. However, it is highly recommended to use a vehicle with a skilled driver due to the challenging terrain. The journey is bumpy and uncomfortable, causing vibrations that can be felt throughout the body. Overhanging branches line the path, requiring constant vigilance to avoid injury. Our group traveled in a pickup truck, while another group led the way in an SUV. We witnessed someone in the leading vehicle getting scratched by thorns due to the higher ground clearance. Meanwhile, we had to dodge branches regularly to prevent eye injuries.

As we drove, we were completely immersed in nature. The sky remained overcast, which I personally found very appealing. In addition to the dense forest on either side of the road, we encountered several large, beautiful spiders spinning webs by the roadside. We also encountered horseflies in the forest, which occasionally bit us when the car was stationary. We saw wild chickens, open grasslands, clearings where animals come to feed, animal footprints in the clearings, and, most importantly, elephant dung. When I asked the park ranger, he confirmed it was elephant dung. Just hearing that made me want to cry, as I have a personal fear of elephants.

The journey continued through the dense forest, following a path cut through the thick vegetation. Soon, the destination was reached: a clearing known as "Larn Hin Dad." The vehicle stopped at the entrance, and the group continued on foot, venturing deeper into the forest.

Larn Hin Dad is a vast, open area with occasional streams of water flowing through it. During the rainy season, these streams likely transform into cascading waterfalls. Evidence of elephant activity was spotted, much to the amusement of the group. Park rangers explained that elephants frequent this area during the dry season to drink from the small river that flows through Larn Hin Dad, providing a year-round water source.

Further along the path, a clearing dedicated to butterfly observation was discovered.

When expectations clash with reality... On the stone platform, there were fewer than 20 butterflies. The weather was gloomy, with rain threatening to fall at any moment. The sun was nowhere to be seen. The butterflies, however, prefer sunny conditions. The staff mixed shrimp paste with water and poured it on the stone platform to attract the butterflies. They told us to wait, as the butterflies would soon come down to feed. However, they could not guarantee a large number due to the overcast and rainy weather. They mentioned that many butterflies had appeared the previous day, expressing regret that we had not come then. In the end, only a few species were observed.

As time passed, butterflies began to appear, although not in large numbers. We continued to take pictures, capturing both familiar and unfamiliar species. While waiting for more butterflies, we spotted a medium-sized python coiled on a branch. We were all excited and approached to take pictures. As we got closer, the snake became startled and dropped from the branch into the water, escaping our view. It was a shame, as the python had beautiful markings. The park ranger assured us that there was "everything" in the park. As we walked through the rocky area, he had seen a baby freshwater crocodile in a tree. He climbed up to take pictures but didn't tell us, probably because he was afraid of startling the crocodile.


The Long-Awaited Arrival and Unexpected Encounters

The moment we had been eagerly anticipating finally arrived. The sun began to peek through the canopy, and butterflies fluttered into view. We encountered numerous butterflies, but the highlight was the sighting of an exceptionally rare species. The park ranger informed us that its name was "Pradap Phet" (meaning "Diamond Adorned"). We couldn't resist capturing this remarkable find with our cameras.

However, our luck seemed to take a turn as rain began to pour. The rangers swiftly provided us with a tarpaulin for shelter, and we huddled together beneath it while waiting for the downpour to subside. To our delight, a small butterfly landed on our food bag, seemingly drawn by the aroma of fried pork. We couldn't help but chuckle at this amusing encounter.

As we waited for the rain to cease, we engaged in lively conversations with the friendly rangers. They even brought a portable gas stove and a field kettle to boil water for coffee, adding to the authentic wilderness experience. The atmosphere reminded us of scenes from the classic novel "Phet Phra Uma," evoking a sense of tranquility and wonder.

The rain stopped, and luck was on our side once again. The sun came out, and so did the butterflies. This time, they came in even greater numbers than before, and we had a wonderful time taking pictures. We even encountered a rare species, the Yellow Nawab with black wing bases, along with a Jezebel. It was incredibly lucky to see both of these butterflies, as they are not often spotted together....

At noon, it was time to return. We walked out to the car, turned the car around, and headed back the way we came. We were soaked and smelled strongly of shrimp paste, and we thought we were going to escape the rain. The raincoats we had prepared would probably not be used. But as soon as we got out, the rain poured down. We barely had time to put the camera and valuables with the officer in the car, and we chose to sit in the back again, as the front seats would not have been enough for the six of us. We put on our raincoats and were able to stay dry. As soon as we left the forest and reached the grassland, the sun came out. It was a pity that it wasn't like this in the forest....


After exiting the forest, we passed by an artificial salt lick outside and only saw a few butterflies. We thought we wouldn't see any more for the day, so we decided to change our clothes and head home. It was a good thing we brought extra clothes, as we expected to get wet. After changing, we paid the trip organizer. The total cost for the six of us was approximately 270 baht per person. The total cost, including transportation and the driver, was 1600 baht. This was a reasonable price for the new experiences we gained. We also took many pictures of various butterfly species, as shown below.

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In the end, our trip did not go according to plan. We did not see the hundreds of thousands of butterflies that were promised, and it rained the entire time. However, we were unable to cancel because we had booked months in advance and were determined to go, even though we knew it would rain. Despite the setbacks, we still enjoyed the trip very much. In the midst of our bad luck, we were fortunate enough to see a few rare butterflies. We met some very kind staff members, made new friends, saw a large spider, got soaked in the rain in the middle of the forest, and most importantly, met people who shared our passion for travel. The most enjoyable travel experiences are not about seeing what others have already seen, but about discovering something new and sharing it with people who share your interests.

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