Nakee Cave, Phu Langka National Park | Nakhon Phanom

Nakee Cave, Phu Langka National Park | Nakhon Phanom
Nakee Cave is located within Phu Langka National Park, in Ban Phaeng District, Nakhon Phanom Province. It is nổi bật with its rock formations resembling the scales of a mythical serpent (Naga) and rocks shaped like the head of a Naga.
Let's explore some of the "Unseen" attractions in Phu Langka National Park, starting with Nakee Cave, a magical cave recently discovered in Ban Phaeng District, Nakhon Phanom Province. The cave's most distinctive feature is its cracked surface, a natural phenomenon called sun cracking, creating patterns resembling the scales of a large Naga coiled up.
Travel and Route: Approximately 3 kilometers round trip (takes about 3-4 hours).
Difficulty: Easier to hike than Naka Cave. The path is not very steep, there is shade from the forest, and it doesn't require strenuous climbing.
The main photo spots popular with tourists and those seeking spiritual guidance are as follows:
1. Naga Cave (Naga Scales): Sandstone walls with winding patterns and cracks resembling the scales of a giant snake or the body of a Naga (mythical serpent). 1. Formed by geological processes (Sun Cracking)
2. Naga's Eyes: Natural water pools on rocks that reflect light and show their moisture contents clearly only during the rainy season.
3. Naga's Heads (Heads 1, 2, 3): Rock formations shaped like the head of a mythical serpent (Naga), according to local beliefs.
4. Luang Pu Sao and Luang Pu Wang Pagodas: Points for worship and high-angle views overlooking the forest and the Mekong River on the Laotian side.
5. Luang Pu Wang Cave: A place to find peace of mind and pay homage to sacred objects following the footsteps of revered monks.
6. Boat Head Rock and Turtle Gate: Uniquely shaped rocks found along the hiking trail to the top.
7. Monkey Face Rock: A natural rock formation resembling a monkey's face.
The round trip takes approximately 4.5 hours (a guide or park official is required).
Nakee Cave: Located in Ban Phaeng District, Nakhon Phanom Province. Easier to travel to:
The path is not very steep. Naga Cave: Located on the Bueng Khong Long district side, Bueng Kan province. The distance is longer and steeper, requiring more effort to climb.
Address: Phu Langka National Park, Phai Lom Subdistrict, Ban Phaeng District, Nakhon Phanom Province
Entrance Fee: Adults 20 Baht, Children 10 Baht (Seniors 60 years and older enter free)
Foreigner Admission Fees: Adults (15 years and older): 200 Baht / person
Children (3-15 years): 100 Baht / person
Additional Charges (for foreigners):
Accident Insurance within the National Park: 40 Baht / person (Voluntary/Mandatory according to area regulations)
Address: Phu Langka National Park, Phai Lom Subdistrict, Ban Phaeng District, Nakhon Phanom Province
Coordinates: https://goo.gl/maps/48cK7Q2JkLRms4dK7
Opening hours: 08:00-16:00
Tel: 08-4792-3505