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Visit Phu Huai Isan Viewpoint (Nong Khai)
Presentation Phu Huai Isan Viewpoint
Indeed the only way to reach the top of Phua Hay Isan is to park at the foot of the hill and take a seat on a local tractor called emETaekem available at the contact details GPS that I indicate It is recommended to arrive a little after 5 am to enjoy the sunrise up there The ascent by tractor For just half an hour up there visitors are often rewarded with a sea of mist covering the river at dawn and revealing it as the day breaks.
The story of this superb viewpointh
Phu Ha Isan is a low hill near the Mekong River in Ban Muang village Sangkhom district Nong Khai province Locals came together to renovate the landscape and make it a tourist attraction also offering an ETaek tractor service originally used for agriculture Its fun to do and local Generally on a fogfree day it is a wonderful viewpoint for sunrise thanks to the Mekong below
Guide to visit Phu Huai Isan Viewpoint
Phu Hai Isan is a new viewpoint recently opened in Nong Khai province and it is probably the one which offers the most exceptional view as it allows you to see both the sea of mist and the magnificent view of the mountain ranges mountains intersected by the Mekong a rare sight in ThailandpThe ascent and descent on a shared tractor costs 100 THB per person Otherwise it will cost you 700 THB to privatize a tractor No need to book in advance.The ascent of Phu Hai Isan is offered every day but more popular on weekends but only possible when the weather permits In the rainy season it is important to find out beforehand because due to the steepness the access path can be too slippery and therefore impassable for tractors Contact 089 011 0099 in Thai In the cool season from November to June no worries except exceptional weather.
To go visit Phu Huai Isan Viewpoint, you can also book one of the tours below.
How to get to Phu Huai Isan Viewpoint ?
To get to Phu Hua Isan and finally to the parking lot where the tractors leave it is better to be transported However it should be possible by sleeping in Sangkhom the day before which I recommend to find a car with driver for the next day to take you there I have no idea of the priceSome tours going to Phu Huai Isan Viewpoint
Isan tour: Udon Thani - Nong Khai - Chiang Khan
Offered in English
Discover 3 provinces of Isan, a region preserved from mass tourism as it is very little offered to foreign tourists. Between temples, natural wonders and moments of simple life with the locals, you will meet artisans and enjoy magnificent sunrises and sunsets over the Mekong River.
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