Phu Klon Country Club – Real Mud, Real Science, Real Relaxation

Ever wonder if mud could actually be good for your skin? Not just some spa gimmick, but the real deal? At Phu Klon Country Club in Mae Hong Son, you'll discover one of the world's rarest geothermal wellness springs—where people mask their faces with natural mineral mud… and absolutely love it.

🌋What Is Phu Klon and Why It Matters

Located just 10 kilometers from Mae Hong Son town, Phu Klon isn't your average day spa. It sits directly on top of a natural geothermal mud spring, one of only three known sources worldwide used for therapeutic skincare and healing. The others are the Dead Sea in Israel and volcanic mud springs in Romania. That puts this quiet Thai spa in elite company.

The mineral-rich black mud emerges from underground aquifers at temperatures ranging from 60°C to 140°C. What makes it even more unique? It's odorless—unlike the sulfur-heavy hot springs found elsewhere. Instead, the mud here is pure, smooth, and loaded with naturally occurring elements that have made it a magnet for wellness travelers and spa scientists alike.

🔬 Geological Discovery Backed by Science

The story starts in 1995, when a team of Thai and French geologists stumbled across a strange, steaming rice field near Mae Sanga village. Locals had long said the water soothed aches and pains, and it turned out they were right. Samples were sent to laboratories in France and Thailand, and after four years of analysis, the findings were extraordinary.

The mud was found to contain:

• Magnesium – reduces inflammation and enhances circulation
• Bromine – natural antiseptic that soothes skin
• Calcium – improves skin firmness and cell turnover
• Potassium & Sodium – maintain skin hydration and mineral balance
• Montmorillonite Clay (Bentonite) – draws out impurities and toxins

This mix mimicked the structure of globally famed healing muds. By 2000, the area was developed into the Phu Klon Country Club Health Mud Spa, bringing spa culture, eco-tourism, and scientific wellness together in one naturally powered experience.

🌟 What Makes Phu Klon Truly Special?

🧘‍♀️ The Spa Experience: More Than Just Mud

🏞 Natural Spa Atmosphere

Phu Klon's charm goes beyond science. The spa is surrounded by lush rice paddies, distant green mountains, and gently whispering palm trees. Whether you're soaking your feet in warm mineral water or lying back for a facial, you'll hear birds in the background and feel a cool mountain breeze brushing past.

The design is semi-open air, blending wooden walkways with garden paths, mineral pools, and pavilions. It's equal parts rustic and refined—a place where you can truly switch off.

💆‍♂️ Spa & Wellness Activities

Whether you're visiting solo, with a partner, or as part of a travel group, the spa offers a wide variety of activities:

• 🧖 Mud Facial Treatment – Staff apply warm mineral mud to your face, allowing it to cleanse, detox, and brighten the skin naturally.
• 🛀 Full-Body Mud Spa – A signature treatment where you're wrapped in therapeutic mud from neck to toe, perfect for deep relaxation and skin renewal.
• 🦶 Hot Spring Foot Soaks – A simple but wonderful ritual, especially for weary travelers. Mineral water pools vary in temperature and are great for circulation.
• 🤝 Private or Group Activities – You can book a private pavilion for couples or solo therapy, or enjoy the shared pool areas with friends or fellow tourists. Great for team-building or family outings.
• 💪 Thai & Oil Massage – Skilled therapists are available for traditional Thai massage or aromatherapy oil treatments, ideal post-mud relaxation.

🛍 Take-Home Wellness

Phu Klon also produces and sells its own line of natural spa products, using mud and minerals from the spring. Popular items include:

• Mud soap bars
• Facial masks
• Mineral sprays
• Body scrubs
  These are often packaged for travel and make excellent gifts or souvenirs.

🗺️ How to Get There

• 🚗 By Car or Motorbike: Take Highway 1095 from Mae Hong Son toward Pai. After 10 km, turn left at the sign for Koong Mai Sak – Ban Huai Khan. The spa is well-marked and easy to reach.

• 🛻 By Songthaew (Shared Truck): Local transport departs from Sai Yood Market daily at 9:00 AM. Be mindful, return trips are limited.

• 🚙 By Private Driver or Tour: Ideal if you're on a Private Tour from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son. Drivers wait while you enjoy your treatments.

Opening hours and Entrance fee : Opens daily from 8 am until 6.30 pm. Admission fee is free.

Note : Wheelchair user is accessible.

📅 Best Time to Visit & Smart Travel Tips

• Visit during cool season (Nov–Feb) for the best weather and light mountain fog.
• Arrive early in the morning for a quieter spa experience.
• Bring: swimwear, sandals, light towel, sunscreen, and a reusable water bottle.
• Avoid wearing jewelry during mud treatments.
• Combine your visit with nearby scenic spots like Pang Ung, Zu Tong Pae Bridge, or Namtok Pha Suea National Park.

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For this place on the way to Pang Ung, you can combine this program.

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