Tham Lot Cave

Thailand, Thailand

An enormous limestone cave system with underground rivers, ancient coffins, and millions of bats creating spectacular evening displays.

About this place

This 1,666-meter-long cave requires bamboo raft navigation through three large chambers, each with unique geological formations and archaeological sites. The highlight is the evening bat exodus around 6 PM when millions of bats spiral out in a continuous stream. Local guides with gas lanterns are mandatory and provide fascinating insights into cave ecology and local Shan culture.