[2025 Kumphawapi Attraction] Travel Guide for Red Lotus Lake Kumphawapi (Updated May)

12 Places to Visit #Udonthani See you this summer!! 🪷✨ Visit Udonthani, a province full of colors With 12 check-in points, places to eat, places to visit, places to take pictures 01 Red Lotus Sea, Kumphawapi 02 PIMMY CAFE Pimmy's Dessert House 03 Wat Pa Ban Tad 04 Milk Craft 05 Baan Na Cafe 06 Chalom Co Working Cafe 07 Nong Prajak Public Park 08 Udonthani City Museum 09 monday.udonthani 10 Vietnam Town, Udonthani 11 Thai-Chinese Cultural Center 12 Shrines of Grandfather and Grandmother, Udonthani #Plan a long holiday trip #We like it #Udonthani #Review Udon

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.

20 places to eat and visit in Udon Thani Udon Thani is another province that I visit very often. Today, I would like to take this opportunity to collect places to eat and visit. Both nature and cafes, I can say that you can visit them all in one visit. - Red Lotus Sea - Mai Baan Cafe - Yuang Thong Waterfall - Phu Phra Bat - Khiri Wong Kot - @Twosons cafe - Ang Nam Phan - Rajinuthit Building - Blu Monkey Brown House Udonthani Hotel - Baan Na Cafe - Ban Chiang Museum - Ban Chiang Community Tour - Wat Pa Phu Kon - Somtam Je Kai - Wat Phu Thao Thong - Kham Chanod - Tad Noi Waterfall - Nong Prajak - Wat Khao Chong Chat - Diamond in the Graden #VisitUdonThani

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

Red Lotus Sea, Kumphawapi In this cold weather, let's go see the red lotus in Udon Thani. December - February is the best time to go see the red lotus. The red lotus here is a natural lotus. The weather is good, the red lotus is beautiful. If you visit Udon, stop by the Red Lotus Sea. #thailand #missnature #waitingforthedaytotravel #northernnortheastteam #udonthanireview #udonreview #udonthani #redlotussea #kumphawapi #travelthailand #winterattractions

The Red Lotus Sea is located in Kumphawapi District, Udon Thani Province. It is in a freshwater lake, Nong Han Lake, a natural water source that is abundant with many species of fish, birds, and aquatic plants. The lotus flowers bloom in the greatest number during December to February, and gradually decrease in number in March. The lotus flowers bloom in the early morning until around 11:00 AM. Tourists will see red lotus flowers blooming all over the water of Nong Han Lake, with an incomparable beauty. This is the origin of the name Red Lotus Sea. Every year, tourists can enjoy the beauty of the Red Lotus Sea, Nong Han Kumphawapi, from December 1 to the end of February. There is a Red Lotus Sea Festival, Nong Han Kumphawapi, at Wat Ban Diem, Tambon Chiang Wae, Amphoe Kumphawapi, Udon Thani Province.

The Red Lotus Sea is more of an interior lake than a sea, and the lotus flowers are more pink than red, but it's still a beautiful sight to witness a carpet of full lotus blooms reaching far into the distance. The lake is one of Udon Thani's most popular tourist attractions, yet it is relatively unknown to foreign visitors, making it a great off-the-beaten-path site to visit. Nong Han Lake appears to be an ordinary lake for the majority of the year. The blooming of hundreds of pink lotus blossoms on the lake's surface, however, transforms it into a magnificent pink vision for three months of the year. CNN named it one of the world's oddest lakes because of its seemingly endless blanket of pink blossoms. #bestislandtraveltowns#loveflowers#naturalwonders

Red Lotus Sea, Nong Han Kumphawapi Lake, the largest natural flower field in Thailand. During October to March of every year, the red lotus flowers in Nong Han Lake, which are numerous, will grow and emerge from the water. In October, the lotus will start to sprout leaves and start to bloom buds and bloom more and more. The lotus flowers bloom the most during December - February and gradually decrease in March. #Flower viewing spots throughout Thailand#Waiting for the day to travel#Northern Isan team#Water activities#Good atmosphere accommodation#Missing the forest and mountains#Worth visiting homestay

The Red Lotus Sea at Bueng Nong Han, Kumphawapi District, Udon Thani Province, is back in full bloom again, covering the vast swamp, allowing tourists to admire and capture the impressive images. Bueng Nong Han is an important wetland area in the northeastern region, with its biodiversity. It has many species of aquatic plants, fish, and birds. The highlight of the aquatic plant species is the red lotus or water lily, which blooms pink throughout the water surface during the winter season, from December to the end of February. The best time to see the Red Lotus Sea is from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Tourists can use the flat-bottomed boat service of the locals who will take them to see the beauty of the red lotus at various points up close. If anyone wants to see the lotus buds, it is recommended to go early in the morning, no later than 11:00 a.m., because after this time, the flowers will start to close. The community has arranged a tour boat service to take tourists to see the beauty of the red lotus flowers at various points up close. The boat trip takes no more than 1 hour and 30 minutes. – Small boats can seat 2-3 people. The fee is 150 baht per person per trip. – Large boats can seat 6 people. The price is 600 baht per boat. #Red lotus sea #Nong Han #Kumphawapi #Udon Thani #aristitletour #Travel addict #Northern Isan team #Waiting for the day to travel #Missing nature

Udon Thani is such a beautiful province in Thailand. I had my solo backpacking there. I drove motorbike for about 50kms from town proper to visit Talay Bua Deang (Red Lotus Lake). Best time to visit the lake is at early morning (sunrise) between December to March. #udonthani #thailand #redlotuslake

#Where to travel #Travel to Udon Red Lotus Sea, Bueng Nong Han Kumphawapi is one of the highlight attractions in Udon Thani Province. In addition to taking beautiful photos, you will also feel very chill with the vastness of the lake, cool breeze, lotus flowers blooming as far as the eye can see, and birds flying by all the time. It is very lively to see. The lotus flowers bloom in the most numbers during December - February. Those who go must wake up early because the lotus flowers bloom in the early morning until around 11.00 AM only. Plus, if you go at around 7.00 AM, the light is not too strong, we are not hot, and the photos are beautiful. There are small boats that can accommodate 2-3 people for 150 baht per person. Or if you do not want to wake up too early, you can find a homestay around here. #Travel to Udon #lavieenroad #Red Lotus Sea

Red Lotus Sea, Udon Thani - Thailand: This is a lake with lots of pink lotus actually. Good timing to visit is Dec - Mar and should be there in early morning till 11am to see blooming lotus. There is a package tour that you can pay after the boat trip ends.

#springitinerary "Where spiritual wonders meet fiery Isaan flavors" WHY UDON? ✅ World-famous Red Lotus Lake (Talay Bua Daeng) ✅ Ancient Ban Chiang UNESCO site ✅ Perfect mix of city comforts & rural adventures 🚍 GETTING THERE From Bangkok: 1hr flight (1,500฿) or 8hr train (sleeper 500฿) From Vientiane: Just 1hr drive from Laos border! Pro Tip: Rent a car (1,000฿/day) for countryside exploration 🌅 DAY 1: Spiritual Wonders & City Vibes ☀️ MORNING 5:00 AM Red Lotus Lake (Nov-Feb only) Sunrise boat tour (100฿) through pink flower seas 9:00 AM Breakfast at Tong Sim Cafe Try Khao Jee (grilled sticky rice) with local sausage 🕌 MIDDAY 11:00 AM Wat Pa Phu Kon Stunning white marble temple in the jungle 1:00 PM Lunch at Sawaddee Restaurant Must-order: Sai Grok Isan (fermented pork sausage) 🌇 EVENING 4:00 PM Udon Dinosaur Museum See life-sized dino replicas! 7:00 PM UD Town Night Market Try Gai Yang (Isaan grilled chicken) with spicy dip 🌄 DAY 2: Ancient History & Countryside Charm 🌄 MORNING 8:00 AM Ban Chiang UNESCO Site 5,000-year-old bronze age village + museum 10:30 AM Nong Prajak Park Rent swan paddle boats (50฿/30min) 🏞️ AFTERNOON 12:30 PM Phu Foi Lom National Park Cliffside walkway with panoramic views 3:00 PM Thai-Lao Market Hunt for handmade textiles & Lao coffee 🌙 EVENING 6:00 PM The Outside Inn Cozy garden bar with craft beers 💰 BUDGET (Per Person) Accommodation: 500-1,500฿/night Food: 300฿/day (feast like a local!) Activities: 500฿ (boat tours + museums) 💡 INSIDER TIPS: Red Lotus Lake is only stunning Nov-Feb Visit weekdays to avoid crowds Try Som Tum Poo Pla Ra (fermented crab salad) WHY WE LOVE IT: "Udon Thani surprises visitors with its perfect blend of natural wonders, ancient history, and mouthwatering Isaan cuisine - all without the tourist crowds!" 📸 INSTAGRAM HOTSPOTS: Red Lotus Lake sunrise Wat Pa Phu Kon's white marble glory Ban Chiang's iconic pottery Been to Udon? Share your favorite hidden spot below! 👇

#OverseasSeasonalPlaces A place famous for lotus flowers. Talay Bua Daeng in Udon Thani. Every year from December to early February, the lake surface is covered with red lotus flowers, creating a fantastic view.  The best time to see them is from 6am to 11am. If you are visiting Thailand during this time, be sure to experience the beautiful scenery of Talay Bua Daeng. A carpet of pink flowers! The red lotus flowers that spread across the lake with the morning sun were very beautiful! ✅ Viewing up close by boat If you ride a boat through the flowers, you can experience being surrounded by a 360-degree pink spectacular view! ✅ Photogenic scenery It's sure to look great on Instagram! The combination of the morning light and the lotus flowers makes for a fantastic photo. ✅ Easy to access About 40 minutes by car from Udon Thani city. You can also get there by bus or songthaew (shared taxi). If you want to enjoy the spectacular views of a hidden gem in Thailand, we recommend Talay Bua Daeng!

#Receive a discount without relying on luck, Red Lotus Sea” If you are interested in seeing various scenery in Nong Han, such as bird species 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 - 11.00 hrs. because this is the time when the red lotus flowers bloom. There are boats for hire to take you to see the Red Lotus Sea and the scenery in Nong Han. You can board at Ban Diem Pier, Chiang Wa Subdistrict. There are boats in service every day from 06.00 - 17.00 hrs. The boat tour of Nong Han and the Red Lotus Sea takes 1.30 hours per round.

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

📍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

💞Reason for recommendation: Very good accommodation, very cheap, beautiful, clean, new, very good service, good atmosphere, very cheap, starting at 500 B, plus it is next to the Pao River, there are restaurants next door, there is a 24-hour convenience store, the accommodation is only 7.4 kilometers away from the red bus pier, Ban Cha Lae, Kumphawapi District, just a 10-minute drive. 🏖️Environment/Facilities: There are restaurants, there is a 24-hour mini Big C. 💰Average price per person: 500 B, can accommodate 2 people. 🗓️Travel planning: It is recommended to book in advance because it fills up quickly. 📍Accommodation address: https://maps.app.goo.gl/RhxhnBsn5VwYF1rcA?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy 📍Port address: https://maps.app.goo.gl/BXcU9fXsgfSXMaZt7?g_st=icDay1:

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.

Red Lotus Sea - Udon Thani Who would have thought that Udon would have a sea? But it is a sea of ​​red lotuses blooming all over the field. The pink color is very beautiful. It is one of the Unseen Thailand places. I recommend coming very early in the morning because the lotuses will still be blooming. The sun is not out yet. The weather is good until it is cold. And there are not many people. Like us who woke up at dawn and rushed out of the hotel at 5 am for the lotuses. Fighting with eyelids a lot But when it is cold, my eyes are hard. The lotuses are beautiful from 6 am to 10 am. After that, they will start to close. It is available from December to February. 🏞️ It takes about 1.30 hours to cruise. Sit and enjoy taking pictures. 🛶 The price of a small boat is 300 baht. Can sit 2 people. 🛶 The price of a large boat is 500 baht. Can sit 4-6 people. There are many piers. As for us, we are not sure where to go, so we followed the GPS https://maps.app.goo.gl/8n9YPBPVm54YZnGe8?g_st=ic #KeepGoingxNortheast #ReviewUdon #Kumphawapi #RedLotusSea #PlacesToVisitUdon #PlacesToVisitInWinter

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

#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.