Rental scooters/motorbikes available for 200b for a full day.
We prepared maps of the different things to see around and of walks across the rice paddies, rubber plantations and along the mekong.
Phu Wua Wildlife Sanctuary. Phu Wua is an ideal destination for a one day trekking trip into the wilderness. It covers 186 sq km in the northernmost part of North-east Thailand, near the border with Laos.
The sanctuary was created in 1975 and ever since then, has protected the forests, rocks and animals of one of the most beautiful areas of Thailand. There are many rare and interesting animals that live the Sanctuary., such as a herd of about 40 wild elephants, and four other species also protected by the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES). The Phu Wua Lizard exists only inside the sanctuary.
The guided tour is subject to authorisation by the park rangers. If the elephants are around, it would be to dangerous. Entrance fee of 200b, free donation to the park ranger, 350b for the guide. A take-away lunch can be organised.
Phu Tok
Full day excursion, either on a rental scooter or taxi, on your own (200b plus petrol) or with a guide.
The temple is located on a sandstone mountain accessed by a series of winding staircases with beautiful views across the surrounding countryside along the way. On the way to the top you will see meditaton huts, caves and views across to Laos. There are seven levels of steps representing the seven steps to Buddhist enlightment.
If you feel like an adventurer, you can even walk on the boardwalks that cover one side of Phu Tok.
Phu Sing, 40 km away ( here the Three Sharkwhales stones)
Phu Lanka, around 45 km away
There are several waterfalls around. One of them can be reached from the park entrance, the others require transportation (scooter or car). (Available from June to October, an entrance fee might be asked)
Other interesting things to do (on your own or with a guide) :
- the villages around to learn about Isan village life and the handicraft (weaving, bamboo craft)
- the Mekong which is 3 km away, you can rent a boat for an hour or two to cruise on the river.
- the Forest Temple (45 min walk), the rubber trees plantations and many fruits and vegetables plantations,
You can learn to cooking Thai and Isan food, learn about local plants in the garden....
If you would like to spend time and even teach English in the village primary school for one day or more, they will always be happy to welcome you!
Above all, we recommend relaxing in a hammock and watch the rice paddies, the buffaloes and all the little things that makes the Thai countryside so beautiful.