The Chiang Dao Cave is located at the foot of Doi Luang Chiang Dao mountain. Inside, each cave boasts breathtaking beauty, including sparkling stalactites and stalagmites.

According to legend, Chao Luang Kham Daeng, the son of the ruler of Phayao, left his city to search for a beautiful woman who had transformed into a golden deer. Captivated by her beauty, he disappeared into the Chiang Dao Cave. He followed her inside but never returned. It is believed that he was reborn as a powerful deity and now resides in the cave, protecting her.

Entrance fee for Wat Tham Chiang Dao, Chiang Mai:

A maintenance fee of 20 Baht per person is charged for Thais and 40 Baht per person for foreigners.

Exploring the dark, unpowered interior of the cave requires an additional fee. This includes an extra 200 THB per group for a guide and a lantern.

Or, per lantern, the entrance fee for Thai citizens is: 20 THB per person.

(for electricity and site maintenance) Foreigners: 40 THB per person

Inner cave area (Dark Cave): 200 THB (incl. guide and lantern)

(excluding optional tips) Further information: Self-guided zone: Approx. 400 meters, illuminated

You can explore the innermost zone on your own without a guide.

Unauthorized access is prohibited. For safety reasons, a local guide is required.

Chiang Dao Cave, Chiang Mai

Address: 273 Moo 5, Chiang Dao Subdistrict, Chiang Dao District, Chiang Mai Province