Discover the Natural Wonders of Tham Sa Koen National Park

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving from Chiang Mai, take Route 11 North towards Lampang. Continue on Route 11 until you reach the junction for Route 1. Take Route 1 towards Nan. Once you get to Nan, follow signs to Song Khwae District. After entering Song Khwae, follow local road signs to Tham Sa Koen National Park, located in Yot. The drive will take approximately 5-6 hours, depending on traffic and stops. Be cautious of winding roads as you approach the park.

• Bus

  From Chiang Mai, you can take a bus from the Arcade Bus Station to Nan. Look for buses heading to Nan, which depart regularly throughout the day. The bus journey takes about 6-7 hours. Once in Nan, you can catch a local songthaew (a shared taxi) to Song Khwae District. The fare for the songthaew will cost around 40-60 THB. Ask the driver to drop you off at Tham Sa Koen National Park. This total trip could take around 8-9 hours.

• Motorbike

  For the adventurous, renting a motorbike in Chiang Mai is an excellent way to reach Tham Sa Koen National Park. Follow the same route as when driving a car. Ensure you have a valid motorcycle license and wear a helmet. Fuel costs should be estimated at around 200-300 THB for the trip. The journey will take approximately 5-6 hours, but allows for stops at scenic viewpoints along the way.

• Taxi

  For convenience, you can hire a taxi from Chiang Mai directly to Tham Sa Koen National Park. This option is more expensive, with fares likely exceeding 3,000 THB one way. The journey will take around 5-6 hours. Make sure to negotiate the fare beforehand and confirm that the driver knows the location of the park.