Located in Chiang Rai province, Thailand, close to the Myanmar border, the Tham Luang cave belongs to the Tham Luang–Khun Nam Nang Non Forest Park. Though this rambling karstic cave system is ideed spectacular, features interesting stalactites and stalagmites formations and was considered one of the top-10 attractions of the Chiang Rai province, the park enjoyed popularity among the locals but remained relatively unexplored by other visitors. Everything changed after the dramatic rescue of the boys and now the area is visited by 1000-2000 guests on a daily bases with the number increasing up to 3000 people during weekends though the cave itself is still closed due to flooding.
The Tourist Assiciation of Thailand has announced earlier this year that the cave will be promoted as a major attraction of the province and will become the place of pilgrimage.
The cave is situated 65 km north of Chiang Rai city centre and is more easily reached from Mae Sai bus terminal, only 12 km east of the cave. To get to Mae Sai, take a direct bus from Bangkok (14 hours) or a direct flight to Chiang Rai followed by a 90-minute bus ride to Mae Sai.
Tham Luang Cave to Re-open in December
News in Asia
Tham Luang, the infamous cave where 13 Wild Boars young football players with their coach got trapped and eventually successfully rescued, will be re-opened for public on December, 1st.