Nestled along Highway 101 in Thailand, Pha Nong Khoi Cave is an enchanting destination renowned for its stunning limestone formations and picturesque surroundings. This natural marvel attracts adventure seekers and nature lovers alike, providing a tranquil escape into the heart of Thailand’s captivating landscape. Journey through the captivating chambers of the cave and bask in the serenity of the lush green environment that envelops this hidden gem.
Pha Nong Khoi Cave, located on Highway 101 in Thailand, serves as a remarkable natural attraction that exemplifies the beauty of the region’s geology. Visitors to this stunning cave can explore intricate stalactites and stalagmites, shaped over centuries by the gentle flow of water. The unique atmosphere inside the cave creates an otherworldly experience, ideal for those seeking adventure and tranquility in nature. Surrounded by lush greenery and diverse wildlife, Pha Nong Khoi Cave is a perfect location for photography enthusiasts and those looking to connect with the peace of natural landscapes. Hiking trails around the cave lead to breathtaking viewpoints, making it a fantastic spot for both exploration and relaxation. Whether you’re a local or a traveler, a visit to Pha Nong Khoi Cave is an unforgettable addition to your itinerary in Thailand’s rich tapestry of attractions. With its allure and charm, this cave is truly a serene oasis waiting to be explored.
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Pha Nong Khoi Cave is perched on a picturesque hilltop overlooking Highway 101, 54170, Thailand
This was an amazing day trip we took in mid November, 2014. From the city of Phrae the drive with 2 people on motorbike was around 30-45min. (37km) The cave is utterly breathtaking and I would tell everyone to visit one day! The cave’s walls are backlight with red, blue, green lights and creates a psychedelic experience as you walk the cave. Around 20 min from one end to the other. There is currently a Monk living in the cave, who will have you pick a stick from a jar with a number on it, which he then hands you a paper with a fortune/future written in English, Thai and Chinese. Your first time finding may be tricky, as of 26-11-2014 there is construction on the road you turn off, making the entrance to the cave’s main road easy to miss. Be sure to remember “Bi Tham Khoi” or “Bi Pha Nong Tham” (I Go… to cave Khoi or I go to pha nong cave) to ask a local on the road if you get lost. Very helpful! Tham = CaveFrom Phrae: Take the 101 North (going towards NAN) Stay on this highway for around 20-30km Once you come into a small town with shops/stores, at the end on the left will be a university….the entrance to the cave road is after on the left (.50km ?) *If you pass and keep going, the road turns into many turns and curves… you have gone too far, turn around.
The cave is worth a visit if you’re driving between Phrae and Nan, but don’t think it’s worth making a special trip. Tricky to find – there are a few signs once you reach the village of Rong Kwang, but it’s easy to miss the turn off the highway. I missed the turn, then made the next left turn, and somehow ended up at the cave. See my photos below for a pic of the welcome sign, complete with GPS coordinates. Once you do arrive, there are a few snack sellers at the parking area. Climb some steep stairs through the forest to the cave entrance. Interesting rock formations. The sound similar to crickets at dusk is actually screeching bats, but they keep their distance. You can cover the stairs and the cave in a leisurely hour.
Very beautiful cave and worth the 40km drive from Phrae city.There is a climb up to the cave entrance which may be difficult for the elderly.Once inside the temperature drops but it is humid.
The cave is long and large areas of the floor are flooded during the rainy season. There is an elevated path winding through the cave and colored lights pointed at walks and ceiling. The light reflects beautifully in the water.In the dry season, the cave floor is dry. A local police officer I met at the parking lot told me that roughly two months per year, access is prohibited due to too much water, so maybe it is a good idea to check in advance before visiting late in the rainy season.However, I think one can access the rear of the cave all year round as one can also enter the cave by walking around to the left and then descend down a staircase.
Legend has it that around 800 years ago, a princess of Sanwee kingdom named “Aranyanee” fell in love with a common man (which was against the royal law). The princess was pregnant, so she and her man decided to run away together. They both were hunted by a group of soldiers. The princess was fatally shot at her chest, before they both managed to struggle to reach this cave. The princess gave birth to her son inside the cave and told her man to run away for his life. The legend says that the princess intended to wait for her man forever and that caused her to transform into stone. What a tragedy!After we had parked our car, we walked about 100 m on a rock stairway up the hill to access the cave. Although the tranquil cave is in the middle of a forest, it was very well maintained. The wooden path makes this limestone cave easy to explore, while a lot of colored lights (green/red/blue/yellow) make it looks fantastic. The balmy-weather cave is full of stalactites and stalagmites with a little stream running through. There are 13 checkpoints (each with legend described in a notice board) along the path. The last checkpoint at the end of the cave is “The Waiting Princess”, stalagmites that resembles a woman holding a small child with a heart-shaped stalactite in front of her. There’re some Buddha images near this point. Moreover, after we had visited the cave, we also enjoyed feeding animals (deer/goats/chickens) at the entrance of the place.อรัญญานี..จะคอยพี่…อยู่ที่นี่แม้ร้อยปี….นานเท่านาน….ยังคงหวังขอเฝ้าคอย…แม้จะสิ้น….ลมพลังชาติหน้ายัง…คงคอยพี่…อยู่ที่เดิมSuch a sorrowful story!This place has no entrance fee. Don’t miss this place. Truly recommend!
Very impressive illuminated cave, a must visit for photographers. There is no entrance fee and we were the only ones there!