What you get in this adventure: AMGA/WMA experienced, local rock climbing guide with extensive knowledge of the area Climbing equipment Full day of rock climbing Climbing insurance Lunch & water Transportation to and from the climbing site from the city What’s not included: Transportation to Thailand Accommodations Guide gratuities — optional

How fit do I need to be?

If you can climb a ladder, you’re good to go. Being in good shape is always a plus but far from necessary. Rock climbing is all about using good movement technique rather than muscling up a cliff using brute strength. You can choose between several courses, some beginner and some intermediate. To ensure you have a fun day, your guide will choose routes that best suit your skill and fitness level. If you’d like to climb elsewhere in Thailand, check out this rock climbing tour in Railay .

What if I’ve never climbed before?

No prior experience is necessary. Whether you’ve never donned a harness or you’re a seasoned climber, a guide will help you meet your individual objectives. Above all, your instructor’s number one priority is your safety. As long as you listen to the given instructions, you’ll succeed in completing your climb. Don’t worry if you’re an intermediate climber, though, there are also plenty of options for you!

What about required equipment?

All technical climbing equipment will be provided by your guiding service. However, if you have your own gear, feel free to bring it. You’ll need: Helmet Harness with a locking carabiner, belay device, and chalk bag Ropes Rock shoes (included in the price, but we recommend bringing your own if you have them) Climbing hardware (quickdraws, cam devices, stoppers, etc.) Here’s a list of the equipment we suggest you bring: Day pack large enough to carry all the items listed (around a 40L bag) Athletic clothing Closed-toed shoes and socks Water bottle Food you can eat on-the-go Toiletries (sunscreen, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.) Sunglasses Camera — optional Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.

Group sizes and age requirements

Group sizes and prices: For these courses, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 3:1. The cost per person does not decrease. Rock climbing in Lopburi can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements. Min. age requirements: If you are older than 18, you’re good to go. Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the hike on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian. If your group has climbers under the age of 18 , contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

Getting there and meeting location

To get to Lopburi, most people fly to New Bangkok International Airport (BKK – Suvarnabhumi) which is just over two hours away. You can rent a car or use one of the local shuttle companies to get to Lopburi. The exact climbing spot will be discussed after the booking. Guides determine exact locations after considering the skill level of the group and factors such as crag traffic and weather.

Covid measures in Lopburi, Thailand

57hours is committed to providing safe outdoor adventure experiences. We require all guides using our platform to have a COVID-19 safety plan and to make the details of that plan accessible to travelers. In most cases, group sizes will be reduced, guides will avoid overcrowded locations, and other safety measures will be met depending on the location and activity. We also expect clients to respect local regulations and take measures to protect themselves, their guides, and the communities they’re traveling to. For more information on COVID-19 measures in Thailand, please refer to Thailand’s travel restriction updates . Please contact us if you have any questions or require further information. We are happy to provide you with the most up-to-date information!

Guided rock climbing in Lopburi, Thailand

Lopburi | Thailand

Rock Climbing in Lopburi in Thailand

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Season

November through June

Nearest city

Bangkok is just over 2 hours away

Duration

1 day

Skill level

Beginner to advanced

Guide

Chiang Mai Rock Climbing Adventures

From $120 / 1 day

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The undisputed showstopper of climbing in Thailand’s Lopburi is Kao Jin Lae, the 600-foot-tall limestone tower rising out of sprawling sunflower fields. One thing you can count on when visiting the area is world-class climbing–mostly vertical—boasting a range of grades fused with spectacular views. While the majority of routes are multi-pitch, there are still fantastic options for single-pitch and beginner climbing just outside of Lopburi—making this the perfect stop for a day of guided rock climbing. The city of Lopburi also has a rich history rooted in its Khmer past, boasting some of the most stunning Khmer-style ruins in Thailand waiting for you to explore when you’re not on the crag. Find out more about the best climbing spots in Thailand and see why Kao Jin Lae should be on your bucket list from Surachet “Add” Kongsingh, Thailand local and Southeast Asia’s first AMGA Rock Guide.

Climb a monumental 600-foot-high limestone tower
Over 60 spectacular routes just 2 hours away from Bangkok
Hang out with countless monkeys roaming Lopburi

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Chiang Mai Rock Climbing Adventures

CMRCA was founded in 2002 in Chiang Mai, Thailand, by a group of local climbers. Their team consists of experts in climbing, caving, and recreation. Sustainability actions, the highest safety standards, and giving back to the community are the focus of CMRCA’s climbing community. They are passionate about sharing their love for the mountains, caves, and valleys with their clients—and along the way they help them become more confident climbers and achieve their goals.

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Stacy Kim about Gee Srisuwan on 57hours

Gee is a fantastic guide. We climbed at our skill limit and felt totally safe with him. He progressed us through a series of single pitches to assess our climbing level, and when we needed it, finished a lead so we could top rope and keep pushing. Then he did the same thing with multi-pitches. He offered us key tips for climbing on sharp limestone, which was new to us. Gee also expertly answered questions about the best way to extend safe belay systems over edges (that limestone again) and we were grateful to increase our climbing knowledge. And, he’s an extremely skilled climber, so just by watching him climb, we were able to improve our climbing at least a tiny bit. Aside from guiding us so well climbing, Gee did many extra things that we greatly appreciated. He picked us up from the bus stop, arranged a hotel and a rental car for us, and took us to the street market for delicious food. Finally, Gee was very respectful of the environment, the other climbers, and the monks and temple that we passed through on the approach. He made our experience wonderful and we’ll definitely contact him any time we want to climb in SE Asia!

Hsin-Ti L about Chiang Mai Rock Climbing Adventures on Tripadvisor

Great way to get the fullest of experience climbing in the nature if you are from outside of the country. And it is the best way to give back the both the local community and the crag developers. The price is way worth it’s value!

Taylor C about Chiang Mai Rock Climbing Adventures on Tripadvisor

Great climbing and excellent instruction on our two day course. My partner learned to lead climb and we both learned anchor building and rescue techniques, which was a big level up for me even after years of lead climbing experience. Can’t say enough about the quality of these guides and instructors!

Things to know

What you get in this adventure:
- - AMGA/WMA experienced, local rock climbing guide with extensive knowledge of the area
  - Climbing equipment
  - Full day of rock climbing
  - Climbing insurance
  - Lunch & water
  - Transportation to and from the climbing site from the city
What’s not included:
- - Transportation to Thailand
  - Accommodations
  - Guide gratuities — optional
If you can climb a ladder, you’re good to go. Being in good shape is always a plus but far from necessary. Rock climbing is all about using good movement technique rather than muscling up a cliff using brute strength. You can choose between several courses, some beginner and some intermediate. To ensure you have a fun day, your guide will choose routes that best suit your skill and fitness level.

If you’d like to climb elsewhere in Thailand, check out this rock climbing tour in Railay.
No prior experience is necessary. Whether you’ve never donned a harness or you’re a seasoned climber, a guide will help you meet your individual objectives. Above all, your instructor’s number one priority is your safety. As long as you listen to the given instructions, you’ll succeed in completing your climb. Don’t worry if you’re an intermediate climber, though, there are also plenty of options for you!
All technical climbing equipment will be provided by your guiding service. However, if you have your own gear, feel free to bring it. You’ll need:
- - Helmet
  - Harness with a locking carabiner, belay device, and chalk bag
  - Ropes
  - Rock shoes (included in the price, but we recommend bringing your own if you have them)
  - Climbing hardware (quickdraws, cam devices, stoppers, etc.)
Here’s a list of the equipment we suggest you bring:
- - Day pack large enough to carry all the items listed (around a 40L bag)
  - Athletic clothing
  - Closed-toed shoes and socks
  - Water bottle
  - Food you can eat on-the-go
  - Toiletries (sunscreen, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.)
  - Sunglasses
  - Camera — optional
Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.
Group sizes and prices:
- - For these courses, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 3:1.
  - The cost per person does not decrease.
Rock climbing in Lopburi can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

Min. age requirements:
- - If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
  - Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the hike on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.
If your group has climbers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
To get to Lopburi, most people fly to New Bangkok International Airport (BKK – Suvarnabhumi) which is just over two hours away. You can rent a car or use one of the local shuttle companies to get to Lopburi.

The exact climbing spot will be discussed after the booking. Guides determine exact locations after considering the skill level of the group and factors such as crag traffic and weather.
57hours is committed to providing safe outdoor adventure experiences. We require all guides using our platform to have a COVID-19 safety plan and to make the details of that plan accessible to travelers. In most cases, group sizes will be reduced, guides will avoid overcrowded locations, and other safety measures will be met depending on the location and activity.

We also expect clients to respect local regulations and take measures to protect themselves, their guides, and the communities they’re traveling to. For more information on COVID-19 measures in Thailand, please refer to Thailand’s travel restriction updates.

Please contact us if you have any questions or require further information. We are happy to provide you with the most up-to-date information!