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Nong Han Kumphawapi, Udon Thani · Every December to February
Red Lotus Sea
A 20-kilometre lake opens into pink lotus from dawn until mid-morning, and a boatman rows you through it.
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What happens when you set this watch
We track every fare from your airport into Udon Thani for December 1 to February 28, 2027, round trips of 2 to 4 nights, across every airline. The moment one drops, you get one email with the dates, the price and a link to book. Free, and you can stop any time.
Know before you go
- Boat prices are posted at the pier; a 90 minute loop is the sweet spot.
- Combine with Ban Chiang, the Bronze Age site, half an hour away.
- Udon Thani airport is about 45 minutes by car from the Ban Diam pier where the lotus boats depart.
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Red Lotus Sea
A 20-kilometre lake opens into pink lotus from dawn until mid-morning, and a boatman rows you through it.
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