Travel Guide to Pha Tak Suea

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car, head towards Sangkhom District in Nong Khai Province. Start from the center of Mekong River Valley and follow Route 2 (also known as Asian Highway 12) heading northeast. After approximately 30 kilometers, take the exit towards Sangkhom on Route 211. Continue for another 10 kilometers until you reach Pha Tang. Look for the coordinates 28P5+VCJ, which is the location for Pha Tak Suea. There is parking available nearby.

• Public Transportation

  To reach Pha Tak Suea via public transportation, you can take a bus from Vientiane or other major towns in the Mekong River Valley to Nong Khai. Once you arrive at Nong Khai bus station, you can catch a local songthaew (shared taxi) that goes to Sangkhom District. Inform the driver that you are going to Pha Tak Suea, and they will drop you off close to the location. The bus ticket from Vientiane to Nong Khai typically costs around 50,000 LAK (approximately $5). The songthaew fare should be around 30,000 LAK (approximately $3).

• Taxi or Ride-Hailing Service

  For a more direct route, you can hire a taxi or use a ride-hailing app if available. Start from your location in the Mekong River Valley and input Pha Tak Suea, Sangkhom District as your destination. This method provides convenience and saves time, especially if you are traveling in a group. Expect to pay around 300,000 LAK (approximately $30) for the trip from Nong Khai to Pha Tak Suea, depending on your starting point.