Wat Tham Erawan Temple
Wat Tham Erawan Temple
Wat Tham Erawan Temple
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Stephen Bradley
Loei, Thailand15 contributions
Jun 2022
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.
Written 27 June 2022
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RoryE
Wandong, Australia515 contributions
Sept 2018 • Friends
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
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
Written 2 August 2019
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Pete
Nong Khai, Thailand238 contributions
Feb 2017 • Solo
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.
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.
Written 20 February 2017
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jobst56
Hamburg, Germany1,654 contributions
Jan 2019 • Couples
You can see the cave already approaching from the main road, where you have to turn for a few kilometres to the temple grounds.
From there it's more than 600 steps on winding staircases. Once up, you can descend into the cave.
No torch needed, as there's light.
Down again, give a donation of at least 20 Baht per person.
From there it's more than 600 steps on winding staircases. Once up, you can descend into the cave.
No torch needed, as there's light.
Down again, give a donation of at least 20 Baht per person.
Written 24 January 2019
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Pete
Nong Khai, Thailand238 contributions
Oct 2015 • Couples
This is a popular tourist attraction for locals. The village is a little hard to get to, it's easier if you are driving. There are food vendors on the temple grounds. Ask them for directions to an adjacent village where you can see wild monkeys, and feed them.
If you want to explore the cave, go in the earlier part of the morning. It's a long hike, and can get hot. Take water.
The monks traverse the village road around 6 am, if you want to observe the giving of alms, or participate. (Ladies should wear long pants, or a long skirt)
The thai food you can buy from the local vendors on the temple grounds is both good and inexpensive.
If you want to explore the cave, go in the earlier part of the morning. It's a long hike, and can get hot. Take water.
The monks traverse the village road around 6 am, if you want to observe the giving of alms, or participate. (Ladies should wear long pants, or a long skirt)
The thai food you can buy from the local vendors on the temple grounds is both good and inexpensive.
Written 6 November 2015
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