Doi Inthanon National Park with Nature Trail Trekking 1-Day Tour
Description
On this tour, you can cool off on Thailand's highest peak while taking in the beautiful scenic Doi Inthanon National Park. Nighttime temperatures on the peak can be as low as -8 degrees centigrade. In the cold/dry season, nighttime frosts are common. Daytime temperatures can be surprisingly cold so do not forget a long sleeve jumper. On the way up we will walk on the famous nature trail, Kew Mae Pan (November - May) or Pha Dok Siew (June - October) then visit Wachirithan Waterfalls, The King and Queen Chedi's, (the best views across the park are found here), and then on to the peak of Doi Inthanon the highest mountain in Thailand. Near the top, we will take the Angkha nature walk where you can walk among the unique flora and forests that grow at this altitude. There are both Karen and Hmong villages in the bounds of Doi Inthanon and we will see those at the local market on the way down the mountain before making our way back to Chiang Mai.
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Itinerary
You will be picked up from your hotel (or a designated meeting point) between 7:00–7:30 a.m. (the exact time will be confirmed after booking). Enjoy a scenic 1.5-hour drive to Doi Inthanon National Park, where your first stop is Wachirathan Waterfall (Diamond Creek Waterfall)—one of the largest in Northern Thailand. Known for its powerful cascades, misty spray, and frequent rainbows, it’s a must-see highlight of the park.
Take a short walk through the lush highland rainforest to reach the Doi Inthanon Summit, the highest point in Thailand. Located in Doi Inthanon National Park, Chiang Mai, this scenic spot—known as the "Roof of Thailand"—stands at 2,565 meters (8,415 feet) above sea level. Don’t miss the chance to take memorable photos at the summit sign, marking the top of Thailand.
Visit the stunning King and Queen Pagodas at Doi Inthanon, built to honor Thailand’s beloved monarchs. Set high above the clouds, these twin pagodas are surrounded by vibrant gardens and offer breathtaking panoramic views. Admire the elegant architecture, peaceful atmosphere, and capture unforgettable photos at one of Doi Inthanon’s most iconic spots.
Visit Hmong Market in Doi Inthanon National Park, where local hill tribe people sell fresh local produce and food.
** We trek on this route from 1 Nov - 31 May*** Embark on a captivating 2-hour, 3 k.m. moderate trekking along Doi Inthanon's Kew Mae Pan Nature Trail! Ascend for gorgeous, clear viewpoint vistas, experiencing Thailand's true natural beauty. Wander through pristine forests, soaking in breathtaking mountain views, diverse flora, and fauna. Explore lush cloud forests and capture stunning panoramic scenes above the clouds. A rewarding adventure for nature lovers seeking serenity and spectacular photos.
** We trek on this route from 1 Jun - 31 Oct*** Take a captivating 2-hour, 2.5 k.m. moderate trekking through Doi Inthanon's lush jungle, following a narrow mountain trail. Your knowledgeable local guide leads you to the stunning, hidden Pha Dok Siew Waterfall. Along the way, pass farmlands, coffee plantations, and beautiful rice terraces (available July-mid Nov) before reaching a Karen hill tribe village. Experience Thailand's pristine forests, rich flora/fauna, and breathtaking views. A rewarding adventure for nature lovers seeking authenticity and spectacular photos.
Immerse in Baan Mae Klang Luang, a serene Karen hill tribe village. Get in touch with local life, witnessing daily activities and traditions. Savor authentic coffee tasting with freshly brewed village coffee. Discover local hospitality, crafts, and farming. This visit offers a genuine glimpse into a vibrant community, providing a meaningful cultural experience. Connect with heritage!
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
The pickup time will be given based on your hotel location. Please select a hotel from the provided list, if available. If you need to enter the hotel details manually, please ensure to provide both (1) hotel name, and (2) hotel address or Google Map link. If it is not a hotel, please provide (1) the property name, (2) address, (3) Google Map link, and send us (4) the property photo after your booking.
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Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The tour will proceed despite the bad weather as long as it is still safe to do the activities.
- The trek covers about 2–3 kilometers and is of moderate difficulty, with some uneven and slippery areas. Guests are advised to wear proper walking or trekking shoes.
- What to bring: Proper shoes for trekking, insect spray, jacket, sunglasses
Reviews(258)
Such an amazing experience! Choo our guide was incredibly knowledgeable, funny, friendly and really took the time to talk to us about Thailand's culture and history. The nature was spectacular and we enjoyed meeting members of the Karen community. Overall a wonderful day which we would thoroughly recommend if you are visiting Chiang Mai!
Thank you for taking the time to share your review. We’re so pleased to know that you had a wonderful experience. Your kind words will be passed along to, Choo, our tour guide as encouragement for the team. Most importantly, thank you for supporting an ethical elephant sanctuary and the local community. Your visit makes a meaningful difference, and we truly appreciate your support.
The tour was amazing despite the weather. It was cloudy at only one stop after we arrived, but we were still able to see the monuments and take great photos. We visited many beautiful places, and lunch was included. All entrance tickets were covered in the price as well. This was a great example of money well spent and excellent value for what was included. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Chiang Mai.
Thank you for your review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the experience despite the unfavorable weather. Your support for this ethical elephant sanctuary and the local community means so much to us. We truly appreciate your visit and hope to welcome you again on a sunny day!
Pick up was from our hotel was great Our guide was very friendly and enthusiastic The trail was well managed and guide told us about the local tribe We visited the local hill village During our lunch which was well catered for the weather turned bad. We continued our tour despite poor visibility and soaked to our skins Only found out this was normal and not told prior to the tour
Thank you for your review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the experience. Rain is common during the rainy season and is something to be expected, but we are sorry that the weather affected your visit. We truly appreciate your understanding and hope to welcome you back again in better weather.
Superb experience, very friendly guide who accompanied us during this day. Well-paced day! Some very beautiful discoveries, especially during the trekking in a magical environment!
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Tour according to plan. Our guide Jack was super - he answered every question and was interested in us understanding the history and background. An absolutely great experience. Thanks for that!
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With rain and fog, we didn’t see much at the pagodas but Choo was great in helping us understand the history of the area and made some great jokes along the way! The trek was the best part! The beautiful landscape and generosity of the locals was magnificent. Ending with a tea/coffee tasting topped off a great trip!
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Overall, we are glad we did this tour because it did hit the highlights of Doi Inthanon National Park. However, be forewarned that this tour was more like 12 hours and you don’t eat lunch until about 3/3:30 so it is a very long day. I think if the timing and organization were improved, the overall experience would be much better!
Thank you for your review. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the experience. We appreciate your feedback regarding the late lunch and will share your comments with the relevant team members for review and improvement.
This was a full but very fun day with our guide Kahn and driver Sam. Door to door our trip was from 7am to 6pm. We stopped at the waterfall, did some market shopping, and hiked two hours to the highest peak in Thailand. The trek was fabulous with breathtaking views. Note the incline is steep and there are many stairs. After hiking we visited two pagodas and enjoyed a late lunch at an outdoor restaurant. Then stopped to sample coffee and tea at a local growers market. Kahn was very personable and friendly. A beautiful memory of our trip to Thailand.
Thank you for your review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the experience. We will pass along your kind words to the tour guide and driver, who will be pleased to know that their efforts helped make your visit memorable and were appreciated.
The overall experience was wonderful. We were picked up from our hotel within our window. We were lucky that our group was quite small so made everything much easier, moving, trekking, waiting at bathroom stops. Galaya our guide was very sweet and she was super energetic and made us try different fruit and made sure our needs were covered. She took a ton of photos as well and sent them to us at the very end. The day trip is generally long and gets hectic, so be prepared with some snacks. Lunch was towards the very end so any fruit or snacks we bought were essential for energy levels. The 2.5km trek is about 2.5h for a small fit group of people, I’d say it could take longer if you have people on your group who need to go at a slower pace. We literally ran a lot, any steps going up we’d run and rest but also stopped a lot for photos and some historic info. Make sure you have a rain jacket (may weather), good shoes (climbing are best but we had regular running and cross fit shoes on and it was fine, a bit slippery). The drive from and back to Chiang Mai didn’t feel super long, about 1.5h but went by pretty quick and our driver was also fast, very sweet man. Because we went in May, we couldn’t see the gorgeous views of the village from above when reaching the peak because of the fog so keep that in mind for rain season.
Thank you for your review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the experience. Your kind words will be shared with Ms. Kalaya, the tour guide, and she will be very happy to know that her work was appreciated. We also appreciate your helpful suggestion regarding preparation, which will certainly benefit future travelers.
Our guide on the trip on may 4th was so lovely and knowledgeable- shared a lot about his own experience as a member of Karen tribe and the region we were in. The hike was beautiful and appropriately challenging at times — you will work up a sweat! The views were really amazing and this felt like a unique and special experience to have when visiting chiang mai
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