Chiang Mai: Full-Day Hiking Tour by Trailhead
ID: GYG361100-646635
Category:
Country: Thailand
Duration:
07:00 hours
Description
This full day hiking tour will immerse you in the forest high up on the summit of Doi Suthep Pui. You will learn about the flora and fauna of the region, as well as the history of the nearby residents of the Chan Khian village.
You'll begin by driving to the starting point, located approximately 1,500 meters above sea level inside the Doi Suthep-Pui National Park. From there you will hike through thick evergreen forests before reaching the highest point in the national park at 1,640 meters above sea level. From the summit you will hike along a narrow ridge with spectacular views of Doi Suthep Pui and beyond, and if you’re lucky you may catch a glimpse of Chiang Dao, the 3rd-highest peak in Thailand.
The tour continues along a mountain ridge before descending through small fruit farms, and depending on the season, you can try some lychee or other fruits growing on the side of the trails.
After approximately 8 kilometers the tour finishes in the village of Baan Khun Chang Kian, a small Hmong tribe village with a population of approximately 200 people. You can relax with a delicious coffee and enjoy the complimentary lunch before being taken back to Chiang Mai city and completing the tour.
Highlights
- Hike through dense evergreen forest to the highest point in the national park
- View amazing panoramas of the surrounding countryside
- Explore a Hmong tribe village inside the national park
- Enjoy a light lunch and refreshing coffee in the village
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• The hiking is relatively gentle with limited experience required and a moderate level of fitness
• Some sections are quite steep and slippery so good footwear is recommended as well as clothing relevant to the season
• A relatively good level of fitness is required to participate in this tour
• You may get muddy so do not wear good clothes
• Bookings require a minimum of 2 people to depart, if this number is not met you will be informed in advance for a refund
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
All participants must also bring a valid government-issued photo ID (e.g. passport, driver's license, etc)
You must present either proof of full vaccination, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 6 months, or a negative test taken no more than 24 hours before the activity starts
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Please be in the lobby between 8:30AM-9:00AM for pickup.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
