THE JOURNEY STARTS HERE

How to get
to us.

Getting here is part of the adventure. Here’s everything you need to find your way to our little corner of Northeastern Thailand.

CHOOSE YOUR ROUTE

There are many ways
to get to us.

However you travel, your first destination is Loei city in Northeastern Thailand. You can arrive at Loei Airport (LOE) or Loei Bus Terminal.

Times and prices can change, so always check the latest schedule before travelling.

01
FROM BANGKOK

Bangkok → Loei

BUS

Overnight bus to Loei

Buses leave from Bangkok’s northern bus terminal and travel directly to Loei. The journey usually takes around 10–13 hours.

CHECK BUSES →
FLIGHT

Bangkok → Loei

Direct flights operate from Bangkok Don Mueang Airport (DMK) to Loei Airport (LOE). Flying time is around one hour.

CHECK FLIGHTS →
02
FROM CHIANG MAI

Chiang Mai → Loei

BUS

Direct bus to Loei

You can travel directly from Chiang Mai to Loei by bus. The journey is usually around 10 hours.

CHECK BUSES →
04
FROM SOUTHERN THAILAND

South → Bangkok → Loei

If you are coming from the islands or Southern Thailand, the easiest route is usually to travel to Bangkok first and continue from there to Loei.

SURAT THANI → PHUKET → KRABI →
BEFORE YOU ARRIVE

One important
thing.

Whether we pick you up in Loei or you make your own way to the project, please plan your arrival carefully. Our community has a daily rhythm that we want to protect.

ARRIVAL AT THE PROJECT 9 AM — 5 PM

Please do not arrive before 9 AM. Our morning yoga and meditation practice is still taking place, and early arrivals disturb the group.

Please also do not arrive after 5 PM. Our evening talking circle begins at 6 PM and is often a very personal and intimate part of our community life. We want you to have time to arrive, settle in and meet everyone before joining the evening.

LOEI AIRPORT → LOEI BUS TERMINAL →
ARRIVING EARLY BY NIGHT BUS?

Breakfast first.
Then come to us.

Many overnight buses arrive in Loei very early in the morning. No problem — just spend a little time in town before coming to the project.

There’s a little local café that opens at 5:30 AM and serves great rice soup — perfect after a night on the bus.

BREAKFAST IN LOEI →

Then make your way to us — but please don’t arrive at the project before 9 AM.

YOU MADE IT TO LOEI

We'll take it
from here.

From Loei Airport or Bus Terminal, Anja or our Thai friend Natty can pick you up and bring you to the project for a small fee.

Please contact us at least one day before your arrival so we can arrange your pickup.

CONTACT US FOR PICKUP →
Volunteers enjoying community life at the Mindfulness Project
Friends connecting at the Mindfulness Project
Morning meditation practice at the Mindfulness Project
A playful moment of everyday life at the Mindfulness Project
YOUR FINAL DESTINATION

Welcome to our little
corner of Thailand.

Save the project location before you travel. Mobile reception in the area is good, but having the location ready makes the final part of your journey easier.

OPEN PROJECT LOCATION →
Tents among the trees at the Mindfulness Project
Morning yoga practice at the Mindfulness Project
Volunteers sharing a meal together
Relaxing in a hammock surrounded by nature
PACK LIGHT. COME OPEN.

What to
bring.

Life here is simple. You don't need much — and many of the basics are already waiting for you.

WE PROVIDE

Tents · mattresses · pillows · blankets · yoga mats · meditation cushions · purified drinking water · kitchen facilities · showers · compost toilets

01

Clothes you don't mind getting dirty for building, gardening and working on the land.

02

Clothes that cover shoulders and knees for monastery visits and time in local villages.

03

Swimming clothes, sun protection and some light warm layers during the cooler months.

04

Natural mosquito repellent, sunscreen and toiletries. Whenever possible, choose products that are gentle on the land and water.

05

A flashlight or headlamp — very useful once the sun goes down.

06

Optional: a Thai SIM or eSIM and a journal. We have good mobile reception, but intentionally no Wi-Fi.

WE CAN'T WAIT TO SEE YOU

You're almost
here.

Still unsure about your journey? Send us a message and we'll help you find your way.

ASK US A QUESTION →