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Established in 1984 by an Australian man and his Shan wife, Cave Lodge has a wide variety of accommodation options, from dormitory beds through to small bungalows with no attached bathroom to larger ones with private bathroom and hot shower. The price differences reflect increased size and quality, but the standard is generally pretty high, although it's best to check rooms first as some are a touch rundown. A large common area has a fireplace in the middle for cold nights and atmosphere. The walls are lined with maps, photos and reams of terrific information about local history, places, people, flora and fauna, as well as activities to do in the region. Busy staff (when the boss is away the service can be glacial) rush to serve food from the extensive and varied menu of Thai and Western dishes -- the excellent home baked bread is definitely worth a mention, as is the traditional Shan food. A half-day kayaking trip through Tham Lod and down the Lang River is currently their most popular and strongly promoted activity, but they also offer trekking, caving, rafting on large rafts, mountain biking and elephant riding. They advocate independent exploration, and provide a very busy map to all the sites of interest in the area, but recommend that you don't go out alone, and always let them know your intended route and time of return.
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15 Moo 1 Pang Mapa. T: (053) 617 203
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Added to Travelfish on: 13th April, 2005
Last visited or updated on: 15th August, 2009
Shan food is excellent - 20th January, 2009
Did not wind up lodging here, but stopped in for some caving info and a spot of lunch -- the Shan Special was absolutely amazing (three very tasty vegetarian Shan dishes + rice). Looks like a very comfortable place to bunk as well, staff are friendly and helpful, and the homey and casual natural atmosphere are very appealing; the swimming hole was filled with energetic and playful local children.
Cave Lodge reviewed by CunningMcFar on 20th January, 2009, rated
Stayed here 4/2005
This is a Travelfish recommended reviewer
Total reviews submitted: 43.
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Great chill-out place - 17th June, 2008
Cave Lodge is a nice place to hang out, meet people, and the rooms are fairly priced. They have bungalows with private bathrooms, but I stayed in a bamboo hut with shared bathroom for 150B a night. They also have dorm beds for 70B. The food is good, and I definitely recommend the Shan Special. I had a good time hanging out, exploring a few caves, and visiting some of the hill tribe villages nearby. Tham Lod is a good alternative to Pai, much quieter but still with plenty to do.
Cave Lodge reviewed by rheannab on 17th June, 2008, rated
Stayed here /
Total reviews submitted: 12.
rheannab also reviewed: Ao Yai Ma, Burmese Inn, Garden Home Guesthouse, Julie Guest House, Nature Lovers Bungalows, No 4 Guesthouse, P Guest House, Rose Guest House, The Chiang Mai White House, V.N.Guesthouse.
Best stay in Thailand - 14th March, 2008
Great place, good accomodation in different price ranges (from dorm to cosy bungalows); nice communal area, good nights around the campfire. Delicious food, friendly and helpful staff, great atmosphere. Planned to stay for 2 nights, decided to keep around for another 6.
Cave Lodge reviewed by snok on 14th March, 2008, rated
Stayed here 1/2008
Total reviews submitted: 3.
snok also reviewed: Shambara Boutique Hostel, Shanti Lodge.
Fun Place - 4th June, 2007
Cave Lodge has a great communal area to meet up with other guests. We went went on the kayaking trip which was a lot of fun. We stayed in a bungalow which was nice but very damp and the sheets were stained. Tham Lod cave is a very easy walk from Cave Lodge.
Cave Lodge reviewed by Sinu on 4th June, 2007, rated
Stayed here 10/2006
Total reviews submitted: 4.
Sinu also reviewed: Baiyoke Chalet, New Siam II Guest House, The Palm House.
A great charming lodge - 9th January, 2007
Cave Lodge is a great place, and an ideal meeting point where friendship between guests arise of itself. The bungalows (medium - 450 bath) are nice. Hot water shower is inpredictible. The half-day kayaking trip through Tham Lod and down the Lang River (450 bath) is very pleasant and preferable to the walk through the cave.
Cave Lodge is a great, charming place.
Cave Lodge reviewed by paulsuzanne on 9th January, 2007, rated
Stayed here 12/2006
Total reviews submitted: 15.
paulsuzanne also reviewed: Baanrimtaling Home Stay, Khoun and Khone Guesthouse, Kingfsher Ecolodge, Mali Namphu, Monsavan Guesthouse, Pagoda Inn, Pana Huts, Phou Iu Guesthouse, Sabaidy 2 Guesthouse, Shambara Boutique Hostel, Thakhaek Travel Lodge, The Boat Landing Guesthouse, Top Guest House, Vayakorn Guesthouse.
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