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Chiang Rai

Chiang Rai is about 785 kilometers from the bustling Bangkok city. The highlights for trekking this northernmost province of Thailand are endless. From abundant tourist attractions like historical sites to different hill tribes scattered in high mountains. Some of the spots revealed during the trek include the ruins of ancient settlements, Buddhist shrines, and magnificent mountain sceneries along with ethnic villages.

Chiang Rai also houses exciting adventures which is listed in our Asia Travel Bucket List




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Chiang Mai

These trails are popular both to Thai population and foreign visitors. Maetang and Chiangdao are splendid to most of trekkers because of its gorgeous valleys, forest covers and various tribal villages. Other sceneries within this range include Doi Inthanon, the tallest mountain in the country as well as the origin point of many rivers like Maetang and Pin.

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Trek in Mae Sariang

This hidden town in the Northern region of Thailand is most preferred by trekkers seeking for solace and peace. It grants opportunities of exploring local culture, taste on mouthwatering local food as well as associating with the friendly locals. On a village trek, adventurers traverse through cascading waterfalls, forested hills, and picturesque rice fields together with tiny hamlets. Whether you choose for a home stay or guest house, it’s all impressive.


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Trekking in Pai.

Pai, a town in Mae Hong Son Province of northern Thailand is dotted by a range of attractions. Including gorges, rivers, hot springs, caves, canyons and waterfalls like Pombok. A trek around is enough to soak up these magnificent sceneries. Be it a devoted trekker or beach goer, you will be satisfied by Pai surroundings. 




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Trekking in Phu Lang Ka

Trekking through Phu Lang Ka National Park often inspires visitors by the first sight. As you hike up those dizzy paths, exhibition of greenery, butterflies, ponds, waterfalls, glory of flowers come up and ears are fed by dribbling sounds of nature. This zone stars the most shinning sunrise. Different lodging facilities for stay are found in localities which offer mesmerizing views all around.



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Chiang Dao Trek

Chiang Dao features one of the most outstanding treks in Chiang Mai province. Hiking up in the mountains, you pass through stunning fresh tea plantations. As the journey continues, you meet en route refreshing rivers, crisscrossing trails, jungle canopy and a small village in the mid of tall trees. Since hiking up takes 6-7 hours, its better you consider staying up and return the following day.



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Trekking in Soppong

Seekers of discovery, Soppong is an ultimate destination to indulge in trekking, cave exploration along with kayaking. Journeying through the Jungles of Soppong lets you escape the dust-laden city spaces. Breathe life deep in the calm forests, meadows, paddy fields coupled with scenic views of open blue skies. Meet some local friendly tribes who like offering some beverages to visitors.


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Trekking in Mae Salong

Mae Salong, a town in Chiang Rai province previously known for opium trade is now renowned for tea plantations. Wandering around allow travelers for in-depth exploration of natural beauty. As well meet the hill tribes in the villages like Akha, Shan and Hmong for a local encounter. A pony trek grants a deep insight into the village zones, you are able to see the surroundings marked with orange orchards.

Trekking in Kamphaeng Phet

Its location in close proximity to an array of attractions delights all adventurers of different interests. Inbound spots include high mountains, dense forests and National parks. What tantalizes most of travelers is Mae Wong National Park, a home to one of the highest peaks in Thailand. On a hike up to the dense zones of this Park, visitors are overpowered by stunning flora and fauna, viewpoints, streams and cascading waterfalls.


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Doi Inthanon Trek

Doi Inhthanon is one of the highest mountains in Thailand standing at 2565 m above sea level. A trek to this peak is usually alluring. It reveals various sights of waterfalls, bird species, towering mountains and forests. Dip in the plunge pools as well as sampling on the tasty local food. In really, it’s beyond high treks to visiting pagodas, coffee plantations too meet the Karen tribe.

Trek to Khao Luang Peak

An adventure trip to Thailand is primarily not complete without a trek to the Khao Luang peak. This peak is in the southern part of Thailand mounting at 1385m high. Hiking its rocky trails heads into the dense jungles, camp for a night in the meadows and admire the eye catching views of sunrise in the next morning. This trek is worth appreciating the stunning beauty en route.



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Trekking in Umphang (Thi Lor Su)

Thi Lor Su waterfall is the main reason for a trek to Umphang Wildlife Sanctuary. This waterfall, one of its kind in Thailand makes the spaces within the green patches approached with a hike in the woods. Crossed with concrete patch, this three kilometer hike allows one walk up for close engagements with beauty.

Trekking in Nan Province

Surrounded by mystical mountains of Doi Phu Kha National Park, Nan province has a lot to awe on a trek. Views of rugged terrain, flora, fauna, waterfalls, limestone caves and picturesque landscapes fascinates most of trekkers from different parts of the World. An overnight stay in tents at the meadows thrills with morning views of sunrise.



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Trekking in Mae Hong Son

Trekking is one of the major activities offered in Mae Hong Son. It’s done as a day tour for few hours or full day. Explorers of this region choose for longer treks in the mountains towards the Burmese border. This trek is more than cultural buffs in Karen villages, to exploration of some hidden places in the country.
Do you know ? Mae Hong Son is one of the stunning points for a travel from Thailand to Myanmar