After following and reading reviews of "Khao Lom Mo Wak" for a long time, I finally had the chance to experience it myself.

Since there was a 5-day holiday during Asalha Puja and the beginning of Buddhist Lent, from July 16-20, 2016, I started posting on Facebook on the night of July 15, 2016, looking for friends to join me at "Khao Lom Mo Wak". However, no one was interested.

By Saturday night, still no one had responded to my request, so I decided to go alone. I thought that if I could find a cheap room, I would go, but if not, I wouldn't. And then I found a place to stay called "Sabai Dee Guesthouse", which I booked through Booking.com for 550 baht per night for two people.

And finally...
"The story of conquering "Khao Lom Mo Wak" in 2 days and 1 night with 1,200 baht"
began.

The journey began on Sunday, July 17, 2016, at 6:00 AM. Departing from home, we headed to Thon Buri Railway Station, utilizing the free train service from Thon Buri to Lang Suan. Our destination was the province of Ratchaburi. The scheduled departure time was 7:30 AM.

With tickets in hand, we waited for the train staff to open the doors of the carriage parked on platform 2.
Today was a busy day due to the five-day holiday, with people traveling everywhere.
Most of them were teenagers and students.

"Ping...ping...ping" (sound of the bell) At 7:45 a.m. (15 minutes late), it was time for the wheels to start rolling.
From Thon Buri to Prachuap Khiri Khan, there are 48 stations to pass through, which can make your buttocks sore.
But since it's a budget trip for the poor, you have to endure it.

At 13:12, the train arrived at Sam Roi Yot District, nearing our final destination. The train was approximately 30 minutes behind schedule, which is typical for Thai Railways.

An hour later, the train ran along the coast, offering a breathtaking view. In another half hour, we would reach our destination, Prachuap Khiri Khan.

At 2:20 p.m., we arrived at the "Prachuap Khiri Khan" train station. We then called our accommodation, "Sabai Dee Guesthouse," to pick us up at the station.

At Sabai Dee Guesthouse, upon arrival, I explored the room, which was very satisfactory for the price of 550 baht.

If two people were to stay, it would be 275 baht per person (but since I was alone, I paid the full price of 550 baht).

The room amenities include air conditioning, Wi-Fi, TV, and a shared bathroom.

*** The air conditioning is freezing cold, the owner is friendly and the service is like family. #Full praise because I am impressed with the service. ***

After exploring our room, we went out to the alley in front of our accommodation to rent bicycles. The rental fee was 50฿ per day, and the bicycles could be returned the next day. Please note that a deposit of a citizen ID card is required.

Riding out of the alley on my new bike, I was greeted by the vast expanse of the sea. The convenience of having a bike was undeniable, as the roads were relatively empty, allowing for a leisurely ride.

The scenery is beautiful and the air is fresh. We are about to ride to "Khao Chong Krachok", which is said to be full of monkeys.

The distant mountain on the left is "Khao Chong Krachok," which is accompanied by ominous rain clouds. Therefore, we must quickly ride our trusty bicycles to reach our destination before the rain starts to fall.

We arrived at "Khao Chong Krachok," where there were no holes along the way up the mountain because we were afraid of monkeys stealing from us. Since we were alone, there was no one to help. 555

The panoramic view of Ao Prachuap Bay captured from "Khao Chong Krachok" was taken hastily due to the fear of monkeys and the impending rain. The summit houses the "Shrine of Prince Chumphon" where visitors can pay respects and seek blessings. Additionally, a Buddha statue is present for those who wish to offer prayers. Access to the statue requires assistance from the monkey food vendor to unlock the entrance.

After descending from the mountain, we headed to the 5th Air Wing to explore the route to "Khao Lom Muak" (so we can get there correctly in the morning).

At 5:00 PM, we arrived at Wing 5, where we learned the location for registration for the morning climb. On our way back, we stopped to admire the scenery within Wing 5 and took a break. ***Photography is prohibited in some areas.***

After exploring the Khao Lom Muak ascent route at Wing 5, we had to ride back to the vicinity of "Khao Chong Krachok".
This was due to a planning error, haha. We were so busy avoiding the rain that we forgot to pay respects at the Prachuap Khiri Khan City Pillar Shrine.

After leaving the city pillar shrine, we headed to the "Saranwithi Bridge" to take pictures. The sky, which had been dark with rain clouds, was now bright again as the clouds moved in another direction. It was very lucky. #Behind the couple #And what about me?

And what you see there is the "Saphan Saranwithi Bridge", which is not far away.

1. Capture a photo to remember this is "Saphan Saranwithi". If the information is correct, there will be a walking street on Fridays and Saturdays.

The atmosphere on the "Saran Vithi" bridge is cool and breezy, with many people taking photos, either as couples or families. Some people are also sitting down to relax.

A panoramic view of Ao Prachuap and Khao Lom Muak captured from the "Saran Vithi" bridge.
After that, we returned to our accommodation.

At 8:00 p.m., we went out to eat our first meal of the day, following the recommendation of the guesthouse owner's son. The restaurant was called "Steak Koh Lak" (we only ate this, but it was filling).

Shrimp salad for 80 ฿, which is the same price as in Bangkok. The shrimp here are even bigger. For this meal, I spent 100 ฿.
It consisted of rice (10 ฿), shrimp salad (80 ฿), and water (10 ฿).

After a hearty meal, we retired to our lodgings to rest up for the upcoming mountain climb. The day ended in exhaustion, but we were determined to wake up early the next morning at 4:50 AM. We would then quickly take care of personal matters and cycle to the 5th Air Wing to begin our ascent.

At 5:50 AM, we rode our bicycles to the 5th Air Wing. This was the second checkpoint where we exchanged our passes and waited for 6:00 AM when they would open the gates. We saw them gathering hats in the distance.

We arrived at the foot of the mountain at 6:10 am and quickly registered. We also bought two bottles of water as provisions for our climb.

The man in the white shirt is waiting for the gate to open so he can climb to the top of the mountain. He is the first person to reach the summit today. Now that everything is ready, let's go...

Let's go! Some people were so eager that they ran up the stairs, which were quite steep, and ended up exhausted. We, on the other hand, walked steadily and overtook others thanks to our athleticism and strong legs.

Stop 1: End of the stairs. Here, you can take photos of "Ao Manao" Bay.

As the second person in the lead, without any security personnel at this level, I have to take care of myself. Just go for it! This is still easy. If anyone gives up at this level, they can go home. Because it gets harder than this.

This is another spot where we stopped to take photos because we were tired.

We've reached another great spot, about halfway up the mountain. Now, let's keep going!

Judging from the placement of the feet, it seems to indicate a good slope. No need to worry, there will be crevices in the rocks to step on. Keep going!

By the time I reached this level, I was drenched in sweat, my head completely soaked. I had to tie a cloth around my head and continue climbing...

One more stretch, but it's still not there yet. Gasp!!!

After a tiring day, I was rewarded with a beautiful view. #Feeling refreshed.

Here is the translation of the provided text:

If the officers were in control, there would be people to help and guide. But since we were the first ones to arrive, and the soldiers hadn't reached us yet, we had to help ourselves. (The soldiers were walking for two days straight and were tired, so were we.)

Imagine a commando unit scaling a building. "Hold the rope tight and climb carefully." 😑 Heave!

Another stunning view to whet your appetite.

And then, we saw the peak not far away.

It finally arrived at 6:37 am. It took about 30 minutes to reach the top of the mountain (if there are few people). It was the second person to arrive.

Those without [money] can still pose for photos to their heart's content.

A scenic view of "Ao Manao" Bay, followed by "Ao Klong Wan" Bay.

Panoramic view of Ao Prachuap Bay.

And here it is… the conqueror of Lom Muak Peak. The view is breathtaking, and the smile on their face says it all. The arduous climb was worth it. The view is simply stunning, isn't it?

The Thai flag, a must-have photo for anyone who reaches the summit. Someone aptly described it as the "7-Eleven" of the mountain, a place everyone visits.

This journey's answer is "happiness."

Another perspective of "Khao Lom Mo Wak" with a touch of wisdom:

"Looking at life like climbing a mountain, it may seem high, but with perseverance, it will always be smaller than our efforts."

The original text is in Thai and describes a photograph taken at a place called "Khao Lom Muk." The text mentions that there are many other angles to take photos from, depending on the photographer's skill.

Here is the translation:

"Important photo angles at Khao Lom Muk." (There are actually many other angles, depending on your skills.)

"I love him."

At 8:10 am, I arrived downstairs after a 40-minute wait due to the large number of people using the elevator. I then rode my trusty bicycle to a nearby street vendor for some chicken rice before checking into my accommodation to drop off my luggage and prepare for my return home. *** I tied a handkerchief to my bicycle as a symbol.***

Finally, it was time to return. The train was delayed to 10:22 AM, which coincided with its arrival at the station when I arrived. (The owner's son kindly dropped me off, which was very convenient.)

While waiting, I took a few photos with a cool uncle as my model. 🤔

10:22 AM, the train arrived at the platform. The free train, number 254, is traveling from Lang Suan to Thon Buri.

At 4:55 PM, the train arrived at Thon Buri, signaling the end of a joyful journey.

- Thank you, State Railway of Thailand, for the free train.

- Thank you for the great accommodation at "Sabai Dee Guesthouse".

- Thank you for the hospitality of the people of Prachuap Khiri Khan.

• Thank you, ma'am, for taking beautiful photos.

- Thanks, friend, for the selfie stick.

• Nature, thank you for creating such beauty.

*** Total Expenses Summary ***
- Accommodation at Sabai Dee Guesthouse: 550 Baht
- Bicycle rental: 50 Baht
- Donation: 20 Baht
- Smoothie: 25 Baht
- Bottled water (3 bottles): 30 Baht
- Rice, shrimp salad, and bottled water: 100 Baht
- Shampoo: 20 Baht
- Milo bar: 20 Baht
- Leo beer (1 bottle): 55 Baht
- Electrolyte drink (1 bottle): 10 Baht
- Chicken rice and Coke: 45 Baht
Total = 925 Baht
Budget 1,200 - 925 = Remaining balance 275 Baht

End of review
If there are any errors, I apologize.

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