Naturalist Wan Chittiwat and ecologist Professor Kitichate Sridith embark on a journey across Thailand to uncover the country’s last remaining "hidden paradises", fragile ecosystems thriving outside protected areas yet disappearing under rapid development. From forgotten wetlands and coastal dune forests to seasonal floodplains sheltering species once thought extinct, the film reveals extraordinary biodiversity hidden in ordinary landscapes. Blending breathtaking natural history cinematography with an intimate documentary journey, Hidden Paradise challenges the idea that nature worthy of protection exists only within national parks, inviting audiences to rediscover the wild places that surround them before they disappear forever.

Hidden Paradise (2026)

September 19, 2026 15 min

Director: Kawin Sirichantakul

Naturalist Wan Chittiwat and ecologist Professor Kitichate Sridith embark on a journey across Thailand to uncover the country’s last remaining "hidden paradises", fragile ecosystems thriving outside protected areas yet disappearing under rapid development. From forgotten wetlands and coastal dune forests to seasonal floodplains sheltering species once thought extinct, the film reveals extraordinary biodiversity hidden in ordinary landscapes. Blending breathtaking natural history cinematography with an intimate documentary journey, Hidden Paradise challenges the idea that nature worthy of protection exists only within national parks, inviting audiences to rediscover the wild places that surround them before they disappear forever.

Director

Kawin Sirichantakul

Cast

Sridith Kitichate Chittiwat Pornprasert