This centuries-old gemstone mine lies about ten kilometers west of Chanthaburi. Opened to the public in 2018, it invites visitors to search for gemstones. After changing clothes (provided), visitors descend into the pit to collect soil. The finds are then brought to the surface, where they are carefully washed and each pebble is examined in the hope of discovering a valuable stone. Generally, after paying the entrance fee, visitors are allowed to keep any gemstones they find (except perhaps for particularly valuable stones, as the entrance fee is very low). But be warned: don't expect to get rich! The probability of finding a valuable gemstone is small, but the search is an exciting experience for a few hours.

Admission: 100 THB per person. Further information can be found on the mine's Facebook page: Indystone Jewelry.

There is no public transport to Bo Ploy Lek Petch, so you will either need to bring your own transport or hire one.

How to get there

How do you get to Bo Ploy Lek Petch? There is no public transport to Bo Ploy Lek Petch; you will need your own transport or must rent one.