Santi Asoke Vegetarian Community

Friendly Thai Driver is pleased to present a special tour package offering an authentic vegetarian lifestyle experience right in the heart of Bangkok. Santi Asoke is known as one of the largest communities of elderly residents in Bangkok, many of whom enjoy remarkably long and healthy lives.

The people of Santi Asoke strictly follow a meat-free diet and consume only chemical-free, organic vegetables. All produce comes from farms operated by community members or affiliated groups who use verified organic methods, ensuring that what they eat is truly safe and supports their dedicated vegetarian way of life.

This community is unique and has its own distinct culture, as the Santi Asoke movement is a Buddhist sect that is not widely recognized in Thailand but is respected by a devoted group of followers who admire its simple, mindful way of living.

We especially recommend this experience for visitors with NCDs (Non-Communicable Diseases) or serious illnesses such as cancer. Many people living with various conditions visit Santi Asoke to buy fresh vegetables, enjoy healthy meals, and join talks and workshops on how to live and eat mindfully — similar to what is often described in the media as a “Blue Zone.” Santi Asoke is indeed regarded as a Blue Zone-like community, home to many strong, healthy seniors, and there are inspiring stories of members who have even recovered from cancer through this lifestyle.

Friendly Thai Driver would like to emphasize that Thailand offers affordable living and wellness costs compared to many other countries. If you are interested, please feel free to contact us — we are happy to design the perfect package for you.