THINGS TO DO
Namtok Huay Yang National Park
This 16-square kilometre-park covers a forested area on the Tanao Si Mountain Range. A 5-layer waterfall, Namtok Huai Yang, near the park office is its main attraction. The highest elevation is the 1,251-metre Khao Luang mountain.
Ao Manao
Lying some 5 kilometres south of the town, this beautiful curved bay was once a battlefield between the Thai and Japanese armies during the Second World War. It is now under the care of the Royal Thai Airforce. Part of the beach is lined with souvenir stalls. The remainder, and the greater part, is tranquil and largely untouched by commercialism.
Hat Wanakorn National Park
23 kilometres from Prachuap Khiri Khan, this 38-square kilometre park is centred on a fine 7 kilometre-pine-fringed beach. Camping is permitted. Snorkelling around offshore islands, swimming, hiking and bird watching feature among the major attractions.
Khao Chong Krachok
From the foot of the hill in the north of the town, up 395 steps, sits a highly revered monastery. There is a small pagoda and a troop of playful monkeys. The hill also offers a splendid panorama of the coastline and seascape.
Hat Wanakorn National Park
This Science Park was established at Wa Ko in 1989 to commemorate King Monkut (King Rama IV), who is regarded as the Father of Thai Science Study. In 1968 the King made a trip to Wa Ko to witness an eclipse of the sun after his astronomical forecast. The science museum has many sections for youth education, an aquarium and a butterfly garden.
Golf
Huay Yang Driving Range is 5 minutes from the Villa. A smaller course, Ao Ma Nao Golf Course, is 20 minutes away. Larger courses including Banyan Golf Club in Hua Hin, Black Mountain and Royal Hua Hin are 40-45 minutes from Villa Nirwana.
Hua Hin Horse Club
40 minutes from Villa Nirwana
Hua Hin Safari and Elephant Park
45 minutes from Villa Nirwana
Hua Hin Night Market
45 minutes from Villa Nirwana
