2025 Kumphawapi Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in March)

Located in northeastern Thailand, Udon Thani is a major city in the Isan region. Known for its rich cultural heritage, natural landscapes, and delicious cuisine, it's perfect for travelers who enjoy exploring less-traveled destinations. ◆ Main Attractions ❤️ Red Lotus Lake (Talay Bua Daeng): In winter, the lake is covered with red lotuses, creating a spectacular view. The best time to visit is early morning. 🧡 Ban Chiang Archaeological Site: A UNESCO World Heritage Site showcasing prehistoric civilization. 💛 Phu Phrabat Historical Park: Unique rock formations and ancient religious sites. 💜 Udon Thani Night Market: A great place to sample local delicacies and buy handicrafts. ◆ Food Recommendations 🍱 Som Tam: Green papaya salad with a sweet, sour, and spicy flavor. 🍗 Gai Yang: Grilled chicken served with sticky rice. 🍧 Khao Neeo Mamuang: Mango sticky rice, a classic Thai dessert. 🥘 Tom Saap: Hot and sour soup, a specialty of the Isan region. ◆ Accommodation Recommendations 🏠 Centara Hotel & Convention Centre Udon Thani: Fully equipped and suitable for both business and leisure travelers. 🏨 The Pannarai Hotel: Offers quality service with a Thai-style ambiance. 🏠 Baan Are Gong Homestay: Experience local life at this homestay. ◆ Transportation Guide ✈️ Airplane: Udon Thani International Airport has flights to and from Bangkok and other cities. 🚂 Train: Direct trains from Bangkok to Udon Thani take approximately 10 hrs. 🚌 Bus: Buses from Bangkok's Northern Bus Terminal to Udon Thani take approximately 8 hrs. 🚗 Local Transportation: Taxis, motorbike taxis, and tuk-tuks are the main modes of transport. ◆ Things to Note 🍁 Respect local culture: Dress modestly when visiting temples and remove your shoes before entering. 🪷 Sun protection and mosquito repellent: Take precautions against the sun and mosquitoes during outdoor activities. ☘️ Be polite: Thai people value politeness, and maintaining good manners will enhance your experience. ◆ Nearby Destinations 🌿 Nong Khai: A city on the Mekong River, home to the famous Sala Keoku sculpture park. 🍀 Khon Kaen: Another major city in the Isan region with a rich cultural heritage. ◆ Summary Udon Thani blends nature and culture, making it an ideal destination for adventurous travelers. From the beauty of Red Lotus Lake to the delicious food at the night market, you'll experience the unique charm of northeastern Thailand.

Red Lotus Sea 📍Address: Ban Chiang Wae, Chiang Wae Subdistrict, Kumphawapi District, Udon Thani Province https://maps.app.goo.gl/wYE7HGdsoKFU5trE9?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy Red Lotus Sea is located in Kumphawapi District, Udon Thani Province. It is in Nong Han Lake, a large lake popular for morning boat trips to see lotus flowers. The pink lotus flowers are in full bloom from October to February. #tripแจกโรงแรมฟรี

#VisitUdonThani ✨Visit the Red Lotus Sea, a freshwater lake that is a famous tourist attraction in UdonThani or Bueng Nong Han, UdonThani Province. Tourists like to come to see the lotus flowers bloom, take a boat trip to take beautiful photos with the pink lotus flowers that are in full bloom, very beautiful. In addition to the lotus flowers here, there are also many types of birds, such as the Ego bird that likes to eat small fish by the lake. Experience nature very pleasantly. 🪷 The most lotus flowers can be seen during November - February of every year. #Follow the life of a little girl #Life is addicted to reviewing trips #Visit the lake #Bueng Nong Han

#VisitUdonThani Red Lotus Sea, UdonThani is located in Nong Han Lake, Kumphawapi District, which is a large natural freshwater source. During December to February of every year, it is the time when the red lotus is in full bloom. It is suitable for viewing and you will get a view of pink all over the water. 📍To see the Red Lotus Sea, you can take a tour boat at Ban Diem Pier, Chiang Wae Subdistrict. There are boats available every day from 06.00 - 17.00. It takes about 1.5 hours per round of boat ride. 📍If you want to see beautiful lotus flowers, you have to come early in the morning, no later than 11.00. You will get the feeling of watching fog, watching birds, and watching nature in Nong Han. It is considered another memorable trip. Location: Ban Diem Subdistrict, Chiang Wae, Kumphawapi, UdonThani 📍📍Suitable months to view: December - February of every year, the red lotus is in full bloom. 📍📍Suitable time to take a boat to see the Red Lotus Sea: 06.00 - 11.00

New cafe in Kumphawapi, Udon Thani Province 🏮☕️ Serving coffee, food and drinks, along with a dessert menu that you will love once you try it 💕 Serving Thai-European food, with many photo spots, photographers, models with beautiful outfits, don't miss it, you must check in. 📍Foto Cafe Kumphawapi ⏰Open daily: 10:00-21:00 #FotoCafeKumphawapi #PhotoCafeKumphawapi #Kumphawapi #KumphawapiUpdate #KumphawapiNews #KumphawapiDistrict #WhatToEatKumphawapi #ArititleTour #TravelAddict #tripFreeAccommodationGiveaway

Location: Opposite 711, next to Kumphawapi School The shop is open every day from 10:00 to 22:00 Call to order in advance at 098-1197533 The highlight of this shop that must be recommended is the delicious, thick Jaew Hon soup, which is the shop's secret recipe. In addition, there are many menus to choose from, whether it's beef, pork or seafood. The minimum price of Jaew Hon is 199, which is not expensive. There are also soft drinks and alcoholic drinks available. The atmosphere in the shop is very good. You can eat at the pavilion or in the shop. There is quite a lot of parking. Suitable for sitting and having a comfortable dinner with family or a group of close friends. You can enjoy the spicy food for a long time. I recommend you to come and try it. #Jaew Hon is so spicy that you can't stop #Jaew Hon, the original recipe with a thick, delicious soup #Legendary Jaew Hon #Jaew Hon restaurant review

🛴 Mikraphap Road, Khon Kaen, Udon, Kumphawapi 🍲 Serving a la carte food, Isaan food, Tom Yum, Somtam, Western food, pizza, pasta, macaroni, fried rice, fried chicken wings, cakes, drinks, coffee, cocoa, fruit smoothies, green tea, black tea, cold milk 🌾 Interesting points that invite you to visit include the atmosphere of the vast rice fields, long wooden bridges, photo corners, sitting pavilions, air-conditioned areas, and upper viewing areas ⏰ Opening hours: Every day from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

🛴 Enter Kumphawapi District, but not yet in Kumphawapi city, Kumphawapi - Srithat route. After passing Phan Don, you will see a sign to turn left into a small alley. You will see a rice field on the side of the road. When you turn into the alley for a while, you will see a sign in front of the shop with the shop name written in large letters. Don't be afraid of getting lost. It is very easy to find and not lonely. 🌴 Take a deep breath with the surrounding rice fields. You can see as far as the eye can see. There is a wooden bridge for walking and enjoying the view. You can turn your car up and park in the parking lot in front of the shop. 🥘 Food includes pizza and cafe-style drinks. ⌛Opening hours: Every day from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

🛴 When turning into Kumphawapi Road before reaching Kumphawapi town, there is an unnamed alley, but there is a sign for the cafe. Turn into Cafe Inna. When turning into the alley for less than one kilometer, you will find the shop. It is surrounded by a view of the rice fields. The wind is cool and comfortable. 🌴 The atmosphere in the shop is divided into 2 zones: an air-conditioned room and a zone with a view of the atmosphere as a private pavilion. There is a bridge to walk and see the rice fields. 🍛 The food includes Thai food, a la carte dishes, Isaan food such as som tam, Western food such as pizza, macaroni, and drinks, coffee, tea, soda, and bakery. ⌛ Service hours: Every day from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

🛴 Visit Kumphawapi District, found a cute cafe on the side of the road. It is a cafe located on the edge of a rice field. The parking lot is wide, can park many cars. In front of the shop, don't worry about parking. 🍀 Walk into the shop, divided into three zones: air-conditioned zone, natural atmosphere zone, and pavilion seating zone to view the rice field by the shop. The seating area will have floor tables. There are hammocks to lie down and view the green rice field. The wind is cool and comfortable. 🍛 The food is made to order, single dishes, or you can order with rice. There are tom yum, po taek, som tam, many kinds of made-to-order menus, and many kinds of coffee, cocoa, soda, and fruit juice. ⌛ Opening hours: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

🛴 Run had the opportunity to visit the Tum Tai Subdistrict Administrative Organization and encountered an elegant architecture with a prominent blue roof in the middle of the surrounding rice fields, resulting in fresh air around the building. 🌟 A large office building with beautiful architecture and a bright blue roof. There are few buildings around the large building. There is a conference hall that outsiders can rent for use. It is mostly used for organizing meetings and activities in the area, such as organizing activities for the subdistrict's senior citizen club. 🍀 Fresh air, rice field view, beautiful architecture

Wat Pa Sri Khunaram is located in Ban Chit, Ban Chit Subdistrict, Ku Kaew District, Udon Thani Province. It is a temple with the relics of the Lord Buddha and is another beautiful temple in Udon Thani Province. #TeamNortheast

Mily Cafe is a dessert cafe located in Kumphawapi District, Udon Thani Province. It is a small cafe but full of various desserts such as bingsu, toast, croissants, ice cream, pancakes, all in one place. There are also savory dishes, steaks, single-plate rice, and a la carte dishes. The shop is decorated cutely and decorated with some vintage antiques. The price of the food is not expensive. Come and try it. Open Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. #NortheasternTeam

Come early, before 9 am. The lotus is beautiful and the weather is not hot. Come visit us in large numbers. The service fee is not expensive. There are boats leaving all the time. You don't have to wait. The lotus is beautiful. After 9 am, the sun is hot. The lotus is closed. 📍Address: Ban Diem Pier, Chiang Wa, Kumphawapi, Udon Thani🏖️Environment/Facilities: Good weather

#Get a discount without relying on luck. This lunch break, come and eat in the middle of the market in Kumphawapi District, Udon Thani Province at Rosor Cafe. There is no parking in the shop. You have to park on the side of the road. Tom Yum Kung Fried Rice, Noh Flavor, Train Fried Rice, Pad Krapow Noh Flavor, and the cakes that you taste, you will know that they use quality ingredients. The matcha is very delicious. The Japanese egg cake with green tea and strawberry crepe, the chocolate smoothie has a very fragrant Noh flavor. The fresh milk is pure taro. The dessert menu is all delicious. The shop is decorated in a style that is fun to sit in. You want to stay for a long time. The shop opens from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

📍Location: Talay Bua Daeng (Nong Han Lake) About 40-50 minutes by taxi from the city of Udon Thani A lake on the outskirts of Udon Thani, Thailand 🇹🇭 The red lotus flowers that spread across the lake are a masterpiece. Get on the boat before dawn and watch the sunrise on the boat ♡ The lake surface shining orange in the morning glow is a wonderful sight. I chartered a car from The Pannarai Hotel, which I booked on Trip.com, so I was able to get there comfortably. 1400 baht (round trip transfer, including waiting time while on the boat) To make it cheaper, you can use Bolt, but it depends on the timing whether you can match it in the early morning hours of 5am. The boat was 500 baht for 6 people and 300 baht for 2 people. It seems that 2-seater boats are not available during peak season. I recommend leaving at 6:30. It is a 1-hour charter, so if the 6:30 boat leaves, you will have to wait until 7:30. The sun will be up by 7am, so it's best to leave at 6:30am. #Talay Buadaeng #Nong Han Lake #Udon Thani #Udon Thani #Red Lotus Lake #Thailand #0 Yen TripFebruary 2025

🏖️Environment/Facilities: Good air, peaceful, beautiful 💞Reason for recommendation: Very beautiful and cheap accommodation 💰Average price per person: 500 baht 🕰️bOpening hours: Go see the red lotus 6.00-10.00 a.m. 📍Address: https://maps.app.goo.gl/RhxhnBsn5VwYF1rcA?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy #Red lotus sea, Udon Thani #Accommodation at the Red Lotus Sea

Red Lotus Sea, Nong Han Kumphawapi Address: Village No. 5, Ban Diem Subdistrict, Kumphawapi, Udon Thani Located in Nong Han Lake, a large natural freshwater source covering an area of ​​over 36 square kilometers, it is rich in many species of fish, birds, and aquatic plants. It has a unique ecosystem and has been of interest to both domestic and international scholars who have continuously come to study and research it. During December to February of each year, the red lotus flowers are in full bloom. Tourists will see red lotus flowers blooming across the entire surface of Nong Han Lake as far as the eye can see, hence the name “Red Lotus Sea.” If you are interested in seeing various scenery within Nong Han Lake, such as species of birds or aquatic plants, you can take a boat tour all day long. The best time to take a boat tour of the Red Lotus Sea is between 06.00 and 11.00 AM, as this is the time when the red lotus flowers are in bloom. There are boats for hire to take you to see the Red Lotus Sea and the scenery in Nong Han Lake. Board at Ban Diem Pier, Chiang Wa Subdistrict. Boats are available every day from 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Each round of the boat ride to see Nong Han and the red lotus sea takes 1.30 hours. For more information, please contact the Ban Diem Tourism Service Boat Group. If you go this month, the flowers will bloom until 12:00 PM because it's cold. If it's hot, they'll close quickly. Hurry up! 🪷 To sum up the expenses, for 2 people, the boat fare is 300 baht, and the trip with the uncle driving the boat is 40 baht. Note: It's also a good idea to wear a jacket.

Nong Han Kumphawapi Lake in Udon Thani Province, Thailand, one of the world's top ten strange lakes, transforms into a pink wonderland from December to February of the following year. 📌 Best time to view: from 6am to 11am, when the lotus flowers are in full bloom and the lake is covered in pink, creating the most spectacular scenery. After 10:30, the lotus flowers slowly began to close. 🚢 Suggestions for sightseeing: The entire journey from Khon Kaen is about 100 kilometers, about 1.5 hours, and it is recommended to drive or charter a car. 🗺️Scenic area rules: The scenic area does not charge admission tickets🎫, but you need to rent a boat to go there, 500🐷 for a boat with more than 3 people, and 300 for a boat with 2 people. We will reserve time to stop and take photos during the trip. It is recommended to rent a 2-person boat for better photos.

Did you know that the Red Lotus Sea in Udon Thani is blooming? The cold weather and the red lotuses are blooming everywhere. The lotus sea as far as the eye can see. Ban Diem Pier, Kumphawapi District, Udon Thani Province. For tourists who want to visit the beauty of the Red Lotus Sea, there is a team of photographers waiting to take pictures. The impression of visiting the Red Lotus Sea for everyone. #UdonReview #TAT #VisitUdon #RedLotusSea #VisitRedLotusSea #TravelReview #EatTravelSleepUdonThani #BanDiemPier #AttractionsUdon

In a corner of a lotus pond called Talay Bua Daeng in Udon Thani, a border town between Thailand and Laos, there is a spectacular view of miraculous flowers that can only be seen in the early morning from December to February. The lotus pond, commonly known as the "Red Lake," is characterized by magenta-colored water lilies that fill the entire lake. Water lilies are plants that open at dawn and close their petals as the sun rises. Therefore, you need to leave before dawn to view the water lilies. The boatman will start rowing at dawn and take you to the viewing point. You can charter a small boat or take a small sightseeing boat with a group. The sight of the water lilies floating up as the sun rises is truly a paradise. Red Lotus Lake in Udon Thani, the northern Thailand. The best time to see is from Dec to Feb, especially in the early morning just after sunrise because of opening flowers. #tripoverseastravel #thailand #spectacularview #wintertrip #famousflowers

#tripfreeaccommodation#100waystotravel #traveludonthani #redlotusseaudonthani 🌷🌷 Dress up nicely and come see the red lotus sea🌷🌷 The red lotus sea is located in Nong Han Lake, a large natural freshwater source covering an area of ​​over 36 square kilometers. It is rich in many species of fish, birds, and aquatic plants. The recommended time to visit the red lotus sea is from December to February of each year because the red lotus flowers are in full bloom. If you are interested in seeing the view of the vast red lotus sea, you can take a boat for hire to take you around. The best time to visit is from 06.00-11.00 because this is the time when the red lotus flowers are red. If you go past this time, the red lotus flowers will start to close. But you can still watch it all the time. There is a boat service from 06.00-17.00. We chartered a boat to see the red lotus sea for 600 baht. It takes about 90 minutes to watch. You can contact the point above before getting on the boat. Contact at Ban Diem Pier, Chiang Wa Subdistrict. While riding the boat, I felt very excited and hot because we arrived at 11.00, almost noon. But the view and atmosphere of the red lotus sea were really beautiful. I saw some lotuses slowly close up. I saw them fly and spread their wings beautifully. I saw birds looking for food. I must say that it was really beautiful and worth it. When I was about to go back, I stopped to take a picture with the stairs going up and down that were painted like a Pride event. Oh... it really matched the outfit I was wearing. 😊😊😊 📍Red lotus sea, Nong Han, Kumphawapi, Udon Thani

The Red Lotus Sea at Bueng Nong Han, Kumphawapi District, Udon Thani Province, will have the most red lotuses to see during December to February of every year. In the morning, around 06.00-11.00, the red lotuses will start to bloom, very beautiful. We drove out of Udon city early in the morning and hired a local boat to go sightseeing. It took about 1.30 hours. The small boat costs 300 baht. In the late morning, the sun started to get hot. I recommend bringing a cloth to cover yourself. It can be used both as a sunshade and as a prop for taking pictures. #Natural attractions

Red Lotus Sea • Early morning trip, cold weather 🌤 Community tourism has its own beauty Let's come and visit 💛🧡 Best time to visit: late December to March Recommended morning 06.00-11.00 I went at 5.30 am 😂 Discover the local lifestyle and various activities 🛶 Small boat 150 baht per person 🛶 Charter a large boat 500 baht, can seat 6 people #RedLotusSea #VisitUdon #VisitIsan

#laketour Red Lotus Sea, Nong Han Lake, the beauty that can be felt in Udon Thani Nong Han Lake is a freshwater lake with a beautiful field of red lotuses. It is a landmark of Udon Thani. The nature is like a dream. Traveling by boat from the pier to see the red lotuses, watch birds and trees, take cool photos, and capture the atmosphere is the best. It is another place that you must not miss. #akinkub #Red Lotus Sea Udon Thani #Boat trip to see the Red Lotus Sea

#traveldiaries In the center of Udon Thani, there is a charming place called Lotus Sea, where you can enjoy the beauty of lotus flowers. 🌸 Surrounded by a sea of crimson flowers, you can see the perfect scenery while sailing along the calm waters. So don't forget to take your camera when you arrive. Enjoy the beauty of thousands of red lotus flowers moving gracefully while enjoying the gentle breeze on the traditional boat. Those who love nature, For bird watchers and photography enthusiasts, the wildlife along with the lotus flowers will be an amazing sight. #traveldiaries #100waysoftravel

Those who are into superstitions must not miss out on asking for blessings from the Grandfather Naga. The atmosphere inside the temple is nice and there are beautiful relics.

#travelanywhere The Red Lotus Lake, also known as Talay Bua Daeng, is a natural lake located in the Udon Thani province of Thailand. It's famous for its stunning scenery when millions of red lotuses bloom from December to February, creating a beautiful pink carpet on the water's surface. Visitors often take boat rides to get close-up views of the flowers and the surrounding wildlife. The lake is not only a popular tourist attraction but also a significant ecological site, supporting diverse flora and fauna.