Key Information
Tham Luang Nang Non
| Type | Karstic Cave |
| Length | 6.4 miles |
| Depth | 279 ft |
| Elevation | 1,463 ft |
Learning Point
- Tham Luang Nang Non is a massive karst cave system carved into the limestone of Thailand’s “Sleeping Lady” mountain. Over millions of years, rainwater dissolved the soft rock, creating a 6-mile labyrinth of jagged stalactites and narrow passageways. This geology turned dangerous in 2018 when monsoon rains soaked the mountain; the limestone acted like a giant sponge, funneling water into the cave and trapping a youth soccer team deep inside. The rescue became a legendary feat of engineering and bravery, as divers navigated the flooded, pitch-black tunnels to bring all thirteen members to safety.
Project
- Draw a picture of Tham Luang Nang Non and some people exploring it.
- Overview
- Doi Nang Non
Location
| Location | Tham Luang–Khun Nam Nang Non Forest Park, Mae Sai, Chiang Rai Province, Thailand |
Fun Facts
- The mountain where the cave is found is called Doi Nang Non, which means “Mountain of the Sleeping Lady.” If you look at the mountain from far away, it looks exactly like a giant woman lying down for a nap!
- This isn’t just a small hole in the ground; it’s a massive cave system that stretches for over 6 miles (10 kilometers) underground. That’s like walking across 100 soccer fields!
- The famous soccer team trapped there was called the Moo Pa, which translates to “Wild Boars.” They showed everyone just how brave and tough they were while waiting for help.
- To save the team, divers had to swim through water so muddy and dark they couldn’t even see their own hands! They had to use long ropes to guide themselves through the tunnels.
Past Lessons
| 184 | January 26, 2026 | (North America) |