HighlightA huge, gleaming golden reclining Buddha in a gigantic limestone cave
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Wat Suwan Khuha
Wat Suwan Khuha: The famous cave temple with the reclining Buddha and Monkey Rock
Insider facts
Good to know
AttentionLots of wild macaques in the outdoor enclosure (cute to look at, but keep your distance!)
LocationIn the Takua Thung / Phang Nga region (approx. 1 to 1.2 hours’ drive from Khao Lak)
CostsVery good value (around 20 THB per person for entry to the cave)
Road trip estate carIdeal for combining with a visit to Phang Nga Bay, James Bond Island or the markets
ClothingPlease observe the temple dress code (shoulders and knees must be covered)
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About Wat Suwan Khuha
Why it’s worth a visit
Wat Suwan Khuha (usually referred to by locals simply as Wat Tham – the cave temple) is one of the most impressive and historically significant sacred sites in the region. The temple complex is situated inside a vast natural cave (Tam Yai) amidst towering limestone cliffs.