Wat Khao Tham
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A cave temple on a hill near Ban Tai, known for its Vipassana meditation courses for foreigners. It overlooks the south coast.
Wat Khao Tham is set in the forest on a hillside and takes its name from the caves within the temple grounds. It was founded by a Thai monk and a Western meditation teacher, and its Vipassana courses are well known among international travellers. During a course, participants observe silence and do not eat after noon, and they must register in advance and attend the full programme. Non-students can visit the temple, caves and viewing platform during public hours and look out over the Ban Tai coast and, in the distance, Koh Samui. Dress modestly and keep quiet during your visit. It is about a 10-minute drive from Thong Sala, and the final section up the hill is steep.
Opening hours
Open for visits during the day; some areas closed to visitors during classes
Nearby sights
- Wat Pho Herbal Sauna
- Phaeng Waterfall & Domsila Viewpoint
- Thong Sala Walking Street & Phantip Market
- Wat Phu Khao Noi
- Khao Ra
- Than Sadet Waterfall
- Haad Rin & Full Moon Party
- Haad Tien