Kham Chanot, Udon Thani
A sacred chanot-palm forest on an island, believed to be the palace of Pu Si Suttho and Ya Si Pathumma. Drive yourself and go on a weekday morning for the calmest visit.
- 80 kmfrom Udon Thani city
- 1.5 happroximate drive
- Morningson weekdays are quietest
Kham Chanot and Wat Pa Phu Kon: a one-day pilgrimage
- Morning. Leave Udon Thani city Head for Ban Dung district, about 80 km away. The drive takes roughly an hour and a half.
- Kham Chanot Dress modestly, cross the bridge into the chanot forest and pray quietly.
- Afternoon. Wat Pa Phu Kon In Na Yung district, home of the white marble reclining Buddha. The last stretch climbs into the hills, so take the bends slowly.
- Late afternoon. Leave Wat Pa Phu Kon by about 16:30 It's about 2 h back to Udon, in time for a free airport return by 19:00. After 19:00 it costs ฿500.
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Want an early start? Your pick-up options
- Collect the car the evening before by 19:00, at no extra cost
- Or pick up before 07:30 for a ฿500 fee. For times before 07:00, message us
- Staying at a city hotel? Hotel delivery ฿350, free from 7 days
- Flying in? Free pick-up at the airport, lane A3 opposite Door 2
Travelling as a family
- It's about 160 km there and back, so a 7-seater is more comfortable
- You can drive to Kham Chanot on any rental length. It's within our driving area
What to wear, busy times and respecting the sacred site
Dress modestly
- Tops with sleeves
- Trousers or skirts below the knee
- Behave respectfully in the sacred area
Busy times
- Weekends, Buddhist holy days and festivals are very busy
- For a calmer visit, go on a weekday morning
- Parking fills up fast on holidays, so allow extra time
Respect the site
- Speak softly
- Don't pick leaves or take anything from the forest
- Follow the signs and any instructions from staff on site
Ban Dung district, Udon Thani
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Kham Chanot: common questions
How far is Kham Chanot from Udon Thani?
About 80 km from the city, roughly an hour and a half by car, in Ban Dung district, Udon Thani.
What should I wear to Kham Chanot?
Dress modestly: a top with sleeves, and trousers or a skirt that covers the knee. Behave respectfully in the sacred area.
When is Kham Chanot less crowded?
Weekday mornings. Avoid weekends, Buddhist holy days and festivals, when it is very busy. Parking fills up fast on holidays, so allow extra time.
Can I visit Kham Chanot and Wat Pa Phu Kon in one day?
Yes, if you start early. Wat Pa Phu Kon is in Na Yung district. The last stretch climbs into the hills, so take the bends slowly and plan to be back on the main road before dark.
Can I drive a rental car to Kham Chanot? How many days do I need?
Yes, with any rental length. Kham Chanot is in Udon Thani province, which is within the driving area for every rental. Cars start at ฿850/day for 2+ days (1-day rentals usually cost more per day).
I want an early start. When can I pick up the car?
We're open 07:00–21:00 daily. You can collect the car the evening before (by 19:00) at no extra cost, or pick up before 07:30 for a fee of ฿500 per handover. Message us on WhatsApp with the time you need.
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Written by the O Car Rent team, last updated 25 Sep 2026