"Warmth of body, warmth of heart, at the warmth of the embrace."

Our accommodation for this trip to Nan will be nestled in the heart of nature.

The inspiration for our trip originated from scrolling through our phones, where we stumbled upon a photo of someone checking in at a particular accommodation. Intrigued, we immediately contacted the property to inquire about room availability for our travel dates. Fortunately, the last available glamping tent was ours for the taking. We promptly booked and paid for our stay, as we had heard that securing a reservation at this popular location, with its limited number of accommodations, was no easy feat.

"Aun Ai Mang" is a small, peaceful, and simple homestay located in Sapan Village, Bo Kluea District, Nan Province.

Anyone who has been here will fall in love with it, just like us.

We arrived at Don Mueang Airport early in the morning for our first flight. We had booked the earliest flight available for our eight-day trip. However, looking at the luggage we had brought, it seemed like we could have stayed for half a month!

Embarking on our journey, we secured window seats as usual. During domestic flights, I find myself drawn to gazing out the window, enjoying the fleeting sights until we reach our destination.

I have arrived at Nan Airport. This is the first time I have flown to this province. The last time I came here, I took a van with a tour group, and I felt that the time was too short to enjoy the trip. This is my first time traveling to Nan on my own.

Nan Airport is not very big, probably about the same size as Ranong Airport.

Upon arrival at the airport, we immediately proceeded to pick up our pre-booked rental car. It is highly recommended to reserve a vehicle in advance, especially during peak seasons or holidays, as availability for your desired car model may be limited.

The car we rented for this trip was a small 1500 cc car that easily handled the mountainous terrain.

From Nan city, we take the road to Santisuk district. This road has many curves, as it runs entirely on mountains. If you get carsick, be sure to have motion sickness medication ready. However, the journey offers stunning views to keep you entertained.

After driving for almost 2 hours, we arrived at Bo Kluea District.

After a short drive over a concrete bridge, you will see the "Bor Kluea Sintawat" sign on your left. We had previously visited this location on a tour, but since it was on our way, we decided to stop by again. It was already afternoon by the time we arrived at our accommodation.

The first pond we visited on our previous trip is located on the right-hand side as you drive in.

Upon arrival, the area was deserted with no pedestrians in sight. Local residents informed us that it was not the tourist season yet, hence the lack of crowds. Additionally, our visit coincided with a weekday and light rain. The locals suggested driving further into the inner ponds, where salt-boiling activities were taking place.

Drive a little further from the first pool, the second salt pool will be on the left-hand side. There is convenient and comfortable parking available.

Salt boiling house

According to local villagers, once the brine starts to dry and crystallize into salt, they scoop the salt into woven baskets to drain the remaining brine.

This is a salt well, where salt is produced.

At the front of the parking lot, local vendors set up shop, offering a variety of products, including salt scrubs, salt-infused soaps, salt-boiled eggs, and various types of local snacks.

We purchased one bar of soap and one jar of exfoliating salt.

After leaving the salt flats, I saw a coffee shop and decided to stop for a refreshing drink.

To quench his thirst, he ordered a glass of lime juice and sat down to wait for the rain to stop.

The small shop is charmingly decorated.

Once the rain had stopped, we prepared to continue our journey to our accommodation. We turned left out of Bo Kluea and drove 8 kilometers up the mountain to the village of Sa Pa.

From the entrance of Saphan village, the accommodation will be on the left-hand side.

Upon seeing this sign, you have arrived at Aun I Maang. Please check in at this house, where the housekeeper will welcome you.

After checking in, we took a leisurely stroll around the property, capturing the ambiance with our cameras.

The check-in house is a wooden structure that serves as both the hotel lobby and the dining area. Breakfast and dinner are served on this elevated platform.

Relax and enjoy the natural scenery while breathing in the fresh air.

The temperature during our visit was around 20 degrees Celsius, making for a pleasantly cool atmosphere.

This place has a four-legged receptionist named "Fluffy Cup." If you have food, she will be by your side all the time. 555

From the accommodation, you can see the Wa River flowing past, with a view of lush green mountains and a light mist.

This is the dome tent where we will be staying. There are beds inside, and the shared bathroom is located under the wooden lobby building.

This photo was taken from the opposite side of the accommodation. You can see that there are also individual houses, but as there are only a few, we were unable to book one in time.

This is another house. This room can accommodate 4 people.

Aerial view of the accommodation.

Another high-angle shot.

A bamboo bridge to cross to the other side of the hut.

Chairs are placed by the bridge for people to sit and relax.

Behind our accommodation, there are two more tents.

Taking a walk in the village of Sapan, I encountered a little dog who barked in welcome.

This tranquil location offers a serene escape into nature, perfect for embracing a slower pace of life.

As the sun began its descent, casting long shadows across the land, the leisurely stroll continued, each step bringing them closer to the embrace of twilight.

The evening atmosphere here is now gradually cooling down.

Feeling hungry, I went upstairs to find a table to eat at.

Dinner is included in the initial accommodation fee. If you are not full, you can always have more.

The accommodation cost 800 baht per person, including dinner and breakfast. As we were two people, we paid a total of 1600 baht.

After finishing dinner, we went to bed because it started to rain heavily and we had to return to the tent before getting wet.

The next morning, we woke up around 5:30 am. It was still dark outside the tent, and the air was quite chilly. It was also drizzling. The stream in front of us had turned a reddish-brown color.

The color of the water from the stream is not as beautiful as yesterday. After taking a shower and getting dressed, I went upstairs to wait for my aunt to prepare breakfast. I had breakfast with a beautiful view and the fluffy cup, the receptionist here. After breakfast, the rain stopped, so we sat and played for a while longer. It would be nice to wake up to this every morning. The word "Slow life" really suits this place. "Aun Ai Mang" I will end the review at Aun Ai Mang with this picture. Now we have to travel to Pua district. Traveling to Aun Ai Mang

From Nan Airport

- Route 1: From Pua District (approximately 60 km from Mueang District), the road winds up and down the mountains. Upon reaching Noen Khilek District, turn left towards Sapan Village for another 8 km. The accommodation is a short drive from the village entrance.

- Route 2: Drive through Santisuk District, continue uphill until you reach Bo Kluea. Drive about 8 km further, passing Khun Nan National Park, and you will reach Sapan Village. Enter the village a short distance and the accommodation will be on your left. The view along the way to Pua District is beautiful with fog, so we stopped to take some pictures.