Greetings! Embark on an exhilarating adventure near the capital, donning life jackets for a thrilling journey through dense forests, scaling rocky terrains, navigating hidden caves, and plunging into refreshing waters. Explore the enigmatic underworld of the legendary Snake Canal. Prepare for an epic escapade!


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While Kanchanaburi doesn't just have " Khao Chang Puak " which is super hard to book, but there is also a magnificent cave " Lam Khlong Ngu " another adventure spot where you have to wear a life jacket, hike, climb rocks, crawl through caves, float, jump into the water, challenge the darkness. Come here and get all the flavors. This place is perfect for people who like to hike, go up and down, like to explore and want to test their courage. And most importantly, we will get memories and friendship during the trip. It's a trip that is considered worthwhile : ))


" Sometimes on our journeys, we may walk alone, but in the end, we often return with new companions."

Team Members


Park Rangers (Bank, Tei, and Ae)


**Lam Khlong Ngu National Park** is not easily accessible, and the opportunity to visit is limited due to its short opening season of approximately two months (March-April). The park is only open to visitors on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays from March 4th to April 30th. Reservations can be made by phone from January 30th, 2017 onwards. The phone number for registration is 082-247-3352 (open for calls only during registration hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM). Due to the park's limited accessibility and high demand, securing a reservation is extremely difficult. It is highly recommended to join organized tours to increase your chances of visiting the park.


:: Expenses ::

- Park entrance fee

  • 5 meals (500 baht per person)
  • Registration fee

- Life jacket

  • Pickup truck fare from the park to the starting point (both days)

- 3 guides per group of 10 people (excellent service provided by the guides)


:: Items to bring ::

First: Waterproof camera case/ Gopro Hero 4 to record memories

Second: Waterproof bag (for carrying personal belongings)

Rank 3: Headlamp (for cave exploration on the first day) - This is extremely important.

Fourth: Sleeping bag, pillow, blanket, hiking equipment and personal belongings (about 3 sets of clothes are enough, one set of clothes is enough for the snake canal challenge)

Fifth: Water, snacks, and sponsor items: Bring enough to last throughout your hike.


::Travel Details::

Register with the Forestry Department to receive a life jacket. Prepare your belongings, flashlight, and hiking gear. Take a pickup truck approximately 20 kilometers to the starting point. Set off to the first cave, the Stone Pillar Cave (4 kilometers away). It is the tallest stalagmite in the world, measuring 62.5 meters. (The first day was very ordinary, but very tiring. We walked through the forest, climbed rocks, crawled through mud, squeezed through dark caves, and jumped off waterfalls from cliffs.)

Day two, we took a 10-kilometer pickup truck ride to the starting point of our hike. We then set off on a 2-kilometer trek to the Swallow's Nest Cave, which involved walking and scrambling over rocks. The scenery along the way was breathtaking. The cave itself was massive and awe-inspiring. We had a blast jumping into waterfalls, floating in the water, exploring the cave, and taking pictures with the "aliens." The highlight of the day was the final jump, which was a true test of courage.

This national park offers a comprehensive range of services, allowing visitors to pack their belongings and head straight to their designated campsite, where vehicles are permitted. (Utmost convenience!)
The restrooms are spotless and include shower facilities. However, mobile phone reception is limited, so be prepared for a "No Service" experience. Tents and sleeping bags can be brought or rented from the park.

If you're ready for an adventure, pack your bags, don your life jackets, and prepare your hearts for an exhilarating journey to Lam Khlong Ngu.


[ Day 1 ]

"The Stone Pillar Cave" is a 4-kilometer trek (taking approximately 8 hours from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM). To reach the cave, visitors take a park pickup truck for about 10 kilometers and then hike for another 4 kilometers. The hike consists of a 2-kilometer descent followed by a 2-kilometer climb down boulders. While it may not sound challenging beforehand, the reality is that the constant descent, with a 1-kilometer drop, leaves your legs trembling. The return journey follows the same path, making it even more demanding.

The journey begins with a van departing Bangkok at 11:00 PM, arriving at the National Park around 5:00 AM. After setting up tents and freshening up, participants pack their essentials for the day's adventure in waterproof bags and gather for breakfast at the park's restaurant (meal 1). Food is available for refills throughout the meal.

The atmosphere at our tent (heavy fog, quite cold)

Register with the officer, receive a life jacket, and board the pickup truck provided by the National Park. The truck will take you to the starting point of the hike, which is approximately 10 kilometers away.

From the starting point, walk for a while and you will find the landmark sign. Stop by and take a check-in photo.

The first day of the trek to the Stone Pillar Cave was a steep descent, making our legs tremble as we went down. (I really don't want to think about the return trip.)

The path is lined with bamboo forests. The weather was extremely hot and humid. I went in April, during the hot season, and the air was very dry. It was incredibly hot.

After walking for a while, we had to climb down some rocks, which made our legs sore. After about an hour of walking, we arrived at the area before entering the Stone Pillar Cave. There was a jumping-off point for us to practice before we had to jump for real.

(While waiting in line to enter the Stone Pillar Cave, we practiced jumping into the water. However, I must say that I slipped and fell into the water.)

Our team of three officers led us into the Stone Pillar Cave. The atmosphere before the entrance was emerald green and clear. We walked a little further.

Let's start exploring the Stone Pillar Cave. Let's check in for a bit.

The cave is pitch black (flashlights are super important, guys). It's almost impossible to take pictures because it's so dark inside. We had to float in the water, and there were some sections where the current was really strong. The staff took great care of us, though, always there to catch us. We swam in groups to get deeper inside.

As we climbed through the cave, we encountered something that many people might find unpleasant: bat guano. The cave was teeming with bats, and the air was thick with their droppings and urine. The smell was overpowering, and it's likely that everyone who entered the cave ingested some bat guano. The stench was truly unbearable.

After floating in the dark cave for a while, we finally encountered the world's tallest stone pillar, towering at an astonishing 62.5 meters. The sheer height of the pillar was truly breathtaking, especially considering the darkness of the cave. Despite the challenging lighting conditions, we managed to capture some incredible shots thanks to the professional camera of our guide, Tui.

After taking photos to our satisfaction, we had to climb back over the rocks, returning the way we came. We each had to take another sip or two of bat guano water.

After jumping into the water, we sat down to eat lunch in front of the waterfall, at the entrance of the cave. Our lunch was "stir-fried minced pork with boiled egg". After finishing our meal, we headed back.

The initial descent was a rapid one, wasn't it? And on the return trip, we had to climb back up, scaling the rocks. After swimming in the cave, our legs were practically dead, and we had to walk back to where the car was waiting. We were all battered and bruised.

We walked because the park ranger had promised us a Pepsi waiting at the car. Incredibly, the ascent took the same amount of time as the descent: one hour. Drinking a Pepsi in the forest was truly the most delicious thing ever.

Day 1

Upon arrival at the park, you will have time to freshen up and change clothes before dinner at the park around 6:00 PM. Dinner is a buffet-style meal with unlimited refills, except for fish and fried chicken, which are limited in quantity. The available fruits are watermelon and papaya.

Day 2

Today's adventure takes you to the "Nang Aen Cave," a 4-kilometer journey into the underworld (lasting from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM). This was a highlight of the trip, featuring jumps from 3-5 meters (at two designated points) and floating in the water. The return journey is a short walk, making for an exhilarating experience.


The trail continues through a bamboo forest, with some uphill and downhill sections.

Take a car to the starting point of the walk, approximately 6 kilometers (shorter distance than the first day). Continue walking for 4 kilometers.

After walking for a while, we arrived at a dimensional gate, where we had to crawl through a small cave to enter the cave of swallows. The scenery along the way was breathtaking, with the sunlight shining through perfectly. The photos turned out amazing.

Passing through the cave, one emerges into another world, the "Swiftlet Cave." The cave's beauty and grandeur are truly breathtaking.

The hikers traversed the rocky terrain, following a winding path that led them to the first diving spot. The three-meter drop did not seem particularly daunting. Some participants eagerly took the plunge, while others hesitated. A few individuals even completed two jumps, while others simply floated in the water after their initial dive.

After jumping into the water, I floated and drifted to the magnificent Naka Cave (the scenery along the way was breathtaking).



Upon reaching the cave entrance, we were able to enter immediately as there were no groups ahead of us (entry to the cave is limited to one group at a time to avoid overcrowding). The cave hall was incredibly large and impressive.

We will have to float in (the water current is very strong at this point, there will be ropes to grab and float along the way).

Highlight point, Snake Canal, point two "Cave between the way of the cave of swallows" "It's very beautiful.

The highlight of Lam Khlong Ngu point three is floating in the water and admiring the magnificent cave. It's incredibly beautiful.


Continue on foot to another landmark, the "Alien Rock".

The feeling of relief after jumping (as if the organs in the body were crushed).

The adventure trip has come to an end after cliff jumping, hiking, floating, cave diving, and swimming.

The experience was exhilarating! We floated downstream for about 200 meters before reaching the parking lot.

Return to the park, take a bath, apply powder, and receive a park stamp.

After lunch, it's time to say goodbye to Lam Khlong Ngu.



Thank you for the journey that brought me happiness and fun again, and for the wonderful friendships.

Thank you to my travel companions, thank you for the friendship along the way, which made the two days and one night at Lam Khlong Ngu a good day for me.

Finally, thank you for visiting my blog. Thank you.....[^_____^]


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