Tourists visiting Thai park to have dropped litter 'posted back to them' to protect animals and environment

Tourists visiting a park in Thailand who dropped litter will have their rubbish posted back to them, local authorities have said.

Visitors who litter in Khao Yai National Park near Bangkok, will also be added to a police offenders lists, Environment Minister Varawut Silpa-archa confirmed.

Anyone entering the park will have to register their address with officials, making it easier to track them down if they fly-tip.

The minister took to social media to share the news and uploaded photos showing litter parcels ready to be dispatched to culprits.

In one picture, wrappers, cans and empty bottle were seen, with a notice stating: "You forgot these things at Khao Yai National Park."

Reminding people that littering a national park is an offence punishable with up to five years in prison and hefty fines, he said on Facebook: "Your trash - we'll send it back to you".

In another post he said: "Trash that tourists left in the park is now packed into boxes and ready to send back to the landlord.

"The owner of the garbage has already complained to police officers. I repeat, leaving garbage in the park is an offence."

Khao Yai National Park is popular with hikers who enjoy exploring the 770 sq mile of picturesque landscape.

The oldest national park in the country, it is known for its animals, waterfalls and scenery.