Located within Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park just south of Hua Hin is one of my all-time favorite energetic adventures – The Pavilion in Phraya Nakhon Cave.
After a lovely and relaxing small boat ride along a small fishing village creek, we venture out to the gulf. About ten minutes later you will then arrive at Phraya Nakhon cave beach. For the more adventurist, you then trek up and over a high headland and then up and down into the cave. There you are met with a stunningly beautiful temple/pavilion.
The way the temple sits atop a large sandy mound in the center with a large cavern above leading into a circular opening where the sun shines in and drapes the temple with light is just magical.
Reaching the Pavilion in Phraya Nakhon Cave will require strenuous exercise on uneven ground and is not recommended for kids or the elderly.
Due to the remote location, please make sure you only go to the Royal Pavilion in Phraya Nakhon Cave on a guided tour. These are available from Hua Hin. Please note that you do have the choice to stay near the beach where there are friendly monkeys to watch and some eating options available.
Would I visit here again?
No. It was a real epic trek over a headland and then down and up again to get into the cave complex. It is definitely a once off must do adventure. Make sure the weather is fine for your guided tour.
Comments (14)
The cave is so beautiful! It’s cute that there is a little pavilion that you can see there. Man, you’re so lucky to go there and have fun.
I love this post, but you scaring me by saying you wouldn’t wanna visit there again because It was a real epic trek over a headland and then down and up again to get into the cave complex. Thanks for this information, I will better make sure to choose the best weather condition and make sure it is fine for our guided tour. Thanks for this post.
Your post is hilarious.. I.wouldn’t. want to go through the stress of muddling through uneven grounds before getting to my destination..this is enough to wear even the strongest person on earth out..
Royal Pavilion in Phraya Nakhon Cave is Truly an Amazing place From the photos here it sure a good destination for anyone that want to explore and be adventurous too.
Who will thought that such beautiful pavilion exist in a remote island. It is well maintained and very beautiful.
It looked like something that as valuable as an ARK OF THE COVENANT can be hidden. Yes think about it its secluded and mystical. This is very beautiful and a good place to see.
Dave, what a beautiful day it is. Reading through, you stated that “Reaching the Pavilion in Phraya Nakhon Cave will require strenuous exercise” which signifies that anyone with weak bones shouldn’t make attempt. Thanks to someone like you that helped in giving us the view and clue.
Wow, such a gorgeous place. I would really love to get to this place soon and enjoy such breathtaking magical scenery.
Wow, the place looks absolutely amazing, thanks for sharing your experience and the pictures. think the place is worth it to visit.
As the title rightly puts it, this is truly amazing. Anyone would have a blast visiting this cave.
I like the fact that visiting this cave provides a great opportunity to exercise. I am always up for some good physical activity.
The Pavilion in Phraya Nakhon Cave is a place that someone needs to visit to truly appreciate how wonderful it is. The experience is unforgettable.
The pavilion is one of the most beautiful places I have ever seen. I wish you took more photos.
As an adventurer this would be the best experience for me. Thanks for sharing and I will try and visit the place myself some day.
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