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zedcm · 1 year

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𝐍𝐚𝐤𝐡𝐚 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐞𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐦 𝐂𝐚𝐯𝐞 in Chiang Dao. A quiet treasure within Wat Pak Piang Temple. #cavetemple #nakhacharoentham #cave #pakpiang #watpakpiang #chiangdao #thailand #solotravel #travelinthailand #solofemaletravel #solomotorcycle #solorider #solofemalerider #travelblogger #unseenthailand #amazingthailand #motogirlthailand #motozed #zedcm https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iddULQUAXpY

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ham Lod Cave in Northern Thailand. Trip Report: https://motogirlthailand.com/ban-jabo-hilltribe-territory/

Info Location: https://goo.gl/maps/jYZkWMgA2gDtrLZu7 Opening hours: 9 am – 6 pm Price: 450 Baht for the guide and all three caves and river raft (shorter options are available for less cost) This price is for up to 3 people. No discount if going alone. *NOTE* It is still expected to give a tip to the raftsman and guide, so budget in a tip as well.

About Tham Lod Cave is a huge natural limestone cave system featuring a myriad of geological formations and columns which reach over 20 meters high. The length of the cave spans 1600 meters and contains a large number of Swifts and bats. An additional main attraction is the 300-metre freshwater stream which runs through the middle of the cave, which visitors can experience via a bamboo raft.

Stone Age drawings and coffins contained within the cave were discovered in the 1960s by American anthropologist and archaeologist, Chester Gorman, who surmised that the cave had been occupied by the Hoabinhian hunting tribe during the pre-historic era, between 9000 BC and 5500 BC. The Hoabinhians were a community of hunter-gatherers, who used primitive tools such as short axes and hammers made from bone. Their diet consisted of leguminous plants and a number of other fruits and vegetables, such as betel, and almonds.

Additional info Allow at least one hour if you book a guide for all three caves. There are also a lot of steep wooden steps and uneven ground in the cave, so a fairly decent level of fitness is required. As an aside, my guide was 82 years old and fit as a fiddle!

*Top Tip* If you wait until 5-6 pm you will see Swifts and bats fly out of the cave.

#tham lod #tham lod cave #cave in pai #cave in thailand #northern thailand #thailand #pai #pai thailand #paithailand #caveinpai #thamlod #thamlodcave #northernthailand #unseenthailand #hoabinhian #ancient #stoneage

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zedcm · 1 year

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Ban Jabo & HillTribe Territory 4k- Thailand Ban Jabo & HillTribe Territory - Thailand.The Black Lahu mountain village of Ban Jabo, Tham Lod cave, Hmong village of Meo Microwave, and so much more.

For full details, including a map, contact details for the Lahu homestay, activities, and tips, head to: https://motogirlthailand.com/ban-jabo-hilltribe-territory/

On this ride, I used my new Daddy Helmet (details here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nnb19w4ok00)

and Hohem Gimbal (details here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f16iHrcucxA)

A huge thank you to Patrons and supporters for your continued support, which has helped with replacing my equipment, hosting, and running costs. 🙏🙏🙏

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#motorcycle #motorbike #banjabo #thamlodcave #pai #northernthailand #ridinginthailand #motorbiketrip #whattoseeinchiangmai #chiangmai #maehongson #amazingthailand #unseenthailand #hilltribethailand #ทุ่งบัวตองดอยแม่อูคอ #ก๋วยเตี๋ยวห้อยขาบ้านจ่าโบ่ #บ้านจ่าโบ่ #Pang Mapha #buatong #วัดพระธาตุดอยกองมู #watdoikongmu #paithailand #ridetopai #cavesthailand #motorcyclelife #motorbikelife #womenwhoride #motorbikewomen #solotravel #solomotorcycleride #lahu #blacklahu #lahutribe #meomicrowave #microwavevillage #hohemgimbal #daddyhelmet

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zedcm · 1 year

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Whatever your culture or creed and whether or not this is a significant date for you, I wish you all lots of happiness. The year is coming to a close and it's certainly been another strange one. So, may these last few days be filled with joy and may our next year be one of luck and laughs. ☺️🤗 #ChristmasinThailand

#christmas #thailand #christmasinthailand #chiangmai #christmasinchiangmai

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zedcm · 1 year

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A 346 km day loop, taking in a fantastic remote cave temple full of bats! (Don't worry, I made sure to wear a mask and clean up! I walked quietly through the caves also, so as not to disturb the bats too much), and the fantastic Phusanfah Resort, with its mini Singha Lion statue and galloping white horses).

𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐦 𝐋𝐮𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐚𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐚𝐢 ถ้ำแม่สรวย / 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐦 𝐋𝐮𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐚𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐚𝐢 is a beautiful #cave with multiple caverns and hundreds of #bats! The concrete route to the temple cave is just a few kilometers off the main R118, snaking its way around Mae Suai Dam, providing great views of the dam.

𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 Apparently, the cave complex was discovered by accident in 1985 by villagers who went up to farm in the area. At the time the entrance was small and hidden by vines, but when discovered, the villagers crawled into the cavity out of curiosity, which is when the huge cave complex was revealed.

𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 There are two entrances to the cave. One entrance has been enlarged, making it easy to walk into. However, for those who are more daring, (and for those who wish to see the full cave complex), you can enter (or exit) the smaller entranceway and navigate the difficult craggy rocks and slippery ladders. Well worth doing for the additional caverns, but exercise caution.

𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 Inside the cave are huge #stalagmites and #stalactites, forming interesting shapes. Some of them look like elephants and others like temple pillars. The bacteria which covers the cave walls form stunning ethereal-looking glittery veils.

𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨 When visiting you really need a powerful torch to see well and navigate around. The ground and rocks are slippery in sections and of course, there is bat #guano (so best to wear a mask).

𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 Basic. There are basic bathroom facilities with running water to the right of the main cave entrance where you can also wash your hands after visiting the cave.

𝐓𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞/𝐒𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐞 There is a small shrine and meditation/merit-making temple area also. No fee is charged to visit the cave (but always good to leave a donation).

𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: https://goo.gl/maps/wRxJKyFCSH9CvuDB6

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𝐆𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 The fastest route is via the main R118 (145km from #ChiangMai). Not my favourite route, but it is quick and there are plenty of eateries along the way (i.e. #DoiChangCoffee shop: https://goo.gl/maps/JNAunSbLbhDFzDbh8)

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𝐎𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 To break up the monotony of the main highway, I suggest taking the R1150 (see map route below) (or the R109). Then once you reach Phrao, take the R1001 to #Srilanna National Park and #MaeGnatDam area. For a special treat head to 𝐏𝐡𝐮𝐬𝐚𝐧𝐟𝐚𝐡 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐭 for a cool drink. Non-guests can enter by paying 50 Baht (which can be redeemed when you buy a drink. I bought a strawberry smoothie - 120 Baht ).

The statues of running horses and the miniature #Singha lion set upon amazing grounds are just fantastic. 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: https://goo.gl/maps/sG4ATCMNQgjWSMN19

#PhusafahResort

Additionally, #WatBanDin is well worth viewing in this area too. This temple has some of the most unusual giant dramatic and colourful dragons I have ever seen! More on Wat Ban Din and other attractions are in this previous trip report: https://motogirlthailand.com/12-hour-day-ride/

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𝐒𝐮𝐠𝐠𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐋𝐨𝐨𝐩 GOOGLE MAP LINK: (346 km loop from #ChiangMai): https://bit.ly/3zFPV2W

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#watbandin thailand temple caves templecave remotecave remotetemple doichangcoffee ถ้ำแม่สรวย maesuai maegnatdam ThamLuangMaeSuai srilannanat

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zedcm · 4 years

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Retro-tastic! March 2019. An unexpected ride around Siem Reap in a classic motorbike and sidecar, from garage owner Paul of Promoto Garage. When I arrived in Siem Reap the previous day I realised to my folly that I had not brought extra oil with me, and I my bike was close to dying of thirst. Thankfully recommendations came through for Promoto, and I was relieved to give my bike over to expert hands. This was a really fabulous trip for me. A solo ride from Northern Thailand into Siem Reap, Cambodia, and back again. Full trip report and many videos can be found on my website: www.motogirlthailand.com and my YouTube Channel: Zed CM /Motogirlthailand. Don't forget to "Like" & "Subscribe" ^.^ #siemreap #promotogarage #promoto #bmw #classicmotorbike #ride4life #cambodia #advriding #adventureriding #solorider #asia #adventure #bikelife #mototraveler #motogirlthailand #zedcm #bikersofinstagram #bikersofinsta #bikergirls #womenwhoride #wara #womenriders #womenmotorcyclerider #motolife (at Siem Reap, Cambodia,暹粒，柬埔寨) https://www.instagram.com/p/CCYv-KUhgsU/?igshid=4b34ydc165ng

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zedcm · 4 years

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Happiness is what? A delicious mix of serotonin, dopamine, oxytocin and endorphins. Find out what it is that triggers these for you, and get them firing off as much as possible. ...Otherwise, what is the bloody point of it all, eh?! #ride4life #thailand #advriding #adventureriding #solorider #asia #adventure #bikelife #mototraveler #motogirlthailand #zedcm #bikersofinstagram #bikersofinsta #bikergirls #womenwhoride #wara #womenriders #womenmotorcyclerider #motolife #waterfall #pai #r1095 #mokfah #amazingthailand #happiness #livelife #chooselife (at Chiang Mai, Thailand) https://www.instagram.com/p/CCYvmXNhceF/?igshid=531lm416omom

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zedcm · 4 years

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Modern Retro. The Royal Enfield 500 Bullet. (Thanks to Danny aka "Kojak with a Kodak" for this photo) Not really my kind of ride in truth, but certainly fun for a photoshoot. This bike is perfect for what it is originally designed for; powering over everything and anything at slow steady speeds. For Thailand, especially Northern Thailand, it is a weighty bike that vibrates like crazy if you accelerate even slightly up from scooter speed. Was fun for on this photoshoot for TBB Tours Thailand, and also for the Distinguished Gentleman's Ride (raising funds for prostate cancer & men's mental health. Info on this ride is on my website: www.motogirlthailand.com) #classicmotorbike #ride4life #cambodia #advriding #adventureriding #solorider #asia #adventure #bikelife #mototraveler #motogirlthailand #zedcm #bikersofinstagram #bikersofinsta #bikergirls #womenwhoride #wara #womenriders #womenmotorcyclerider #motolife #royalenfield #royalenfieldbullet500 #bullet500 #dgr #tbbtours (at Chiang Mai, Thailand) https://www.instagram.com/p/CCYuf_GhLgm/?igshid=1dfh6262ivtd7

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zedcm · 6 years

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Wish you all a wonderful 2018. Thank you for your support and following along on my rides. May your New Year be filled with joy, happiness, love and adventure. x . . . #motogirlthailand #zedcm #biker #Thailand #motorbike #motorcycle #ride4life #womenwhoride #motogear #girlsonbikes #girlrider #bikerchick #powerwomenrider #bikersofinstagram #bikerchicksofinsta #adventure #supermoto #livetoride #bikergirl #bikelife #girlpower #blog #blogger #motoblog #bloglovin #travel #newyear

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zedcm · 6 years

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Start em young.. haha! What do you think of these kiddy bikes? Fantastic little kiddy motorized bikes. The seller gave me a video demonstration and looked so much fun. Even had a USB port to play music on or plug your phone into! If I had children, I would absolutely be buying one of these for them! Love it! . . . #motogirlthailand #zedcm #biker #Thailand #motorbike #motorcycle #ride4life #womenwhoride #bikersofinstagram #bikerchicksofinsta #adventure #blogger #motoblog #chiangmai

#motorcycle #motogirlthailand #ride4life #biker #bikerchicksofinsta #adventure #womenwhoride #blogger #chiangmai #thailand #motoblog #bikersofinstagram #zedcm #motorbike

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zedcm · 6 years

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Feeling nostalgic. Some years back. Gorgeous Triumph Scrambler. At Chiang Mai "Grand Canyon", when it was just an discarded unused old quarry. . . . #motogirlthailand #zedcm #biker #Thailand #motorbike #motorcycle #ride4life #womenwhoride #motogear #girlsonbikes #girlrider #bikerchick #powerwomenrider #bikersofinstagram #bikerchicksofinsta #adventure #supermoto #livetoride #bikergirl #bikelife #girlpower #blog #blogger #motoblog #bloglovin #travel #Triumph #Scrambler (at Grand Canyon Chiang Mai)

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zedcm · 6 years

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Dear little village girls of Laos, I was once a little girl too. I once had no idea of where life's journey would take me...and most believed it would not take me very far. Whatever life has in store for you, I hope it brings an abundance of happiness. Happiness, love, kindness and care is worth more than any denomination of money can buy. May you be rich in the important things in life, and enough food on the table to have a full belly. ..and same to you too little boys. You touch my heart. Deeply. I hope our paths cross again. . . . #motogirlthailand #zedcm #biker #Thailand #motorbike #motorcycle #ride4life #womenwhoride #motogear #girlsonbikes #girlrider #bikerchick #powerwomenrider #bikersofinstagram #bikerchicksofinsta #adventure #supermoto #livetoride #bikergirl #bikelife #girlpower #blog #blogger #motoblog #bloglovin #travel #laos #girls #boys #village #villagelife

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zedcm · 6 years

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Panghai China/Lao border crossing. , , , #motogirlthailand #zedcm #biker #Thailand #motorbike #motorcycle #ride4life #womenwhoride #motogear #girlsonbikes #girlrider #bikerchick #powerwomenrider #bikersofinstagram #bikerchicksofinsta #adventure #supermoto #livetoride #bikergirl #bikelife #girlpower #blog #blogger #motoblog #bloglovin #travel #laos #china #border #panghai

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zedcm · 6 years

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If I could only share with you what I have come from, you would understand how far I have gone. Feeling reflective. Feeling grateful. Chinese - Laos border. . . . #motogirlthailand #zedcm #biker #Thailand #motorbike #motorcycle #ride4life #womenwhoride #motogear #girlsonbikes #girlrider #bikerchick #powerwomenrider #bikersofinstagram #bikerchicksofinsta #adventure #supermoto #livetoride #bikergirl #bikelife #girlpower #blog #blogger #motoblog #bloglovin #travel #china #border #laos

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zedcm · 6 years

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Luang Namtha, Laos. ..a life less ordinary. , , , #motogirlthailand #zedcm #biker #Thailand #motorbike #motorcycle #ride4life #womenwhoride #motogear #girlsonbikes #girlrider #bikerchick #powerwomenrider #bikersofinstagram #bikerchicksofinsta #adventure #supermoto #livetoride #bikergirl #bikelife #girlpower #blog #blogger #motoblog #bloglovin #travel #laos #temple

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zedcm · 6 years

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Keep your eye on the road ahead... . , , #motogirlthailand #zedcm #biker #Thailand #motorbike #motorcycle #ride4life #womenwhoride #motogear #girlsonbikes #girlrider #bikerchick #powerwomenrider #bikersofinstagram #bikerchicksofinsta #adventure #supermoto #livetoride #bikergirl #bikelife #girlpower #blog #blogger #motoblog #bloglovin #travel #laos #pothole

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zedcm · 6 years

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Phu Chi Fa in the morning. Standing on Thai soil, looking over Laos. Just the day before I was riding on Laos soil, looking over to Thailand. Amazing feeling. . , , #motogirlthailand #zedcm #biker #Thailand #motorbike #motorcycle #ride4life #womenwhoride #motogear #girlsonbikes #girlrider #bikerchick #powerwomenrider #bikersofinstagram #bikerchicksofinsta #adventure #supermoto #livetoride #bikergirl #bikelife #girlpower #blog #blogger #motoblog #bloglovin #travel #laos #phuchifa #mountain.

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