Wat Tham Erawan Temple, Nong Bua Lamphu Province, Thailand
4.0 (13 reviews) Spent Ranking #1 in Nong Bua Lamphu Points of Interest & Landmarks
The views are worth the hike...
The concrete path/611 steps up to the cave are in good shape with several places to take a break if you need to. The hike is pretty easy and can be done in about 15 minutes. The path/steps in the interior of the cave can be very slick in spots, so watch out. Generally, the cave is lit, but to be safe, I'd carry a flashlight (phone light would work okay if the power goes out). The views from the two cave entrances on opposite sides of the mountain are worth the hike. Baht 20 is the suggested donation for the utilities. Remember to have proper attire (long pants and sleeved shirt) if you are going to enter the Wat's temples. Not a bad drive from our home in Mueang Loei, about an hour.
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, Nong Bua Lamphu, Thailand.
Current local date and time now
Wednesday, May 15, 2024, 20:19
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4.0 based on (13 reviews)
Reviews
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3RoryE 5:00 PM Aug 1, 2019
Just off the track
This is a second visit to Erawan Cave and Temple. This is not on the standard backpacker route, but for us biker adventure seekers who are more likely to take a little detour. Along Hwy 210 between Loei and Udon Thani is the turnoff for the cave, an easy road in with the cave always in view. Simple temple at the base, not overly ornate, good small market and food sellers. Access to the cave is via 600 steps....the are a few rest points along the climb...it easier coming down though, 555. Inside of cave sits a large buddha overlooking the land and many old artefacts. Actual visit was 2009 and March 2016
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4Pete 5:00 PM Feb 19, 2017
UPDATE
The food vendors have moved to a location just before the temple grounds gateway. These are local people who need the income, and offer a good value for your money. The vendors will be allowed to operate on the temple grounds during holidays, but other times will be set up on the right as you approach the temple in a new area. Wat Tham Erawan still remains a popular destination for Thai tourists, and the few foreign tourists who pass through.
