Viking Cave, A Pirate's Cove of Natural Wonders and Nest Harvesting

Thailand, Tambon Ao Nang, Amphoe Mueang Krabi, Krabi Province

The Viking Caves are usually visited together with Maya Bay

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Cave

natural scenery

snorkeling

deep diving

Introduction

The Swallow Cave, also known as the Viking Cave, is located in the northeastern corner of Ko Phi Phi Leh Island. This was due to the abundance of natural swallow nests found in the area. The cave is 60 meters high and can only be accessed by climbing a bamboo ladder to harvest the nests. Early European pirates came here to explore and left graffiti of the Viking ship on the cliff. Nowadays, the Swallow Cave is only open for external visits, and approaching the cave, especially at night, is extremely dangerous. Local fishermen believe that outsiders may steal their swallow nests, and they may use firearms to resist if they are caught.

Address

Thailand, Tambon Ao Nang, Amphoe Mueang Krabi, Krabi Province

Opening hours

You can choose to take a speedboat from Phuket (included in a one-day tour), or depart from Koh Phi Phi for a half-day or one-day speedboat tour, or choose which sites to visit by hiring a long-tail boat according to personal preferences.