Tham Chatawan Lower Cave [NA0039]

Location

The cave is located just before you reach the village of Ban Chatawan. From Nan town take the H101 south to Wiang Sa. In Wiang Sa turn right and follow the H1026 south to Na Noi where you turn right again onto the H1216. This road eventually degenerates into a narrow concrete surfaced track. Before then take a turning on the left and you will hopefully end up in Ban Chatawan. This is an obscure part of Thailand and several new roads are not marked on the maps. There is a yellow sign on the right just before the village and by taking this turning you soon arrive at the monastery. The limestone outcrop is also unmistakable. Martin Ellis - 12/09/2020