The groundbreaking ceremony for the 50km Poung Loc hot spring construction project.

Hot spring water transported 50km to support Bokeo’s tourism and economic zone

Bokeo authorities have begun transporting hot spring water over a distance of nearly 50 kilometres to the Golden Triangle Special Economic Zone, aiming to install hot spring facilities for visitors and promote tourism in the area.
The Poung Loc hot spring contains metasilicic acid that is rich in various nutrients that are beneficial to the human body and have health benefits.
It promotes heart health and blood circulation, strengthens bones, and nourishes the skin.

A groundbreaking ceremony to mark the start of construction of a pipeline to carry the water to the Zone took place in Bokeo province on June 27.
The water temperature in the Poung Loc hot spring is as high as 90 degrees Celsius. After being transported to the Golden Triangle Special Economic Zone through a 47.45-kilometre pipeline, the temperature can be maintained at around 60 degrees Celsius.
The daily water volume is stable at 2,000-3,000 cubic metres, which is considered sufficient to lay a stable foundation for future developments.

Poung Loc hot spring in Bokeo province.

The Governor of Bokeo province, Dr Thongchan Manixay, said the scheme would transform the province’s hot spring resources into a viable feature of the tourism industry.
The project also raises the profile of the Golden Triangle Special Economic Zone and Bokeo province in the tourism market, he added.
High-performance pipe materials are being used to ensure the quality and stability of hot spring water delivery, with the length of the piping setting a new record in the industry.
The pipeline crosses mountains and rivers to bring hot water to the Golden Triangle Special Economic Zone, and is seen as an important step in the Zone’s development.
The project will boost job creation and help in creating a modern township that is suitable for business, daily life, and tourism, according to the golden triangle special economic zone executive council office.

By Times Reporters
 (Latest Update July 1, 2025)