Explore Chiang Mai’s Nature: Waterfalls and Rice Terraces Trek
チェンマイ坂田A day trek past waterfalls and rice terraces on Doi Inthanon, Thailand's highest mountain.
Want to hike in Thailand, enjoy Chiang Mai's nature and move your body? Doi Inthanon has two famous trails; this tour walks the Pha Dok Siew waterfall trail.
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3 Highlights of This Tour
1. Refresh in Lush Nature
Walk a riverside forest and feel fresh mountain air with every breath.
2. A Stunning Waterfall
Hear the roar of the falls and feel the cool spray as you get close.
3. "Art of the Earth" Rice Terraces
Terraces like a painting on the land, changing color with the seasons.
About Doi Inthanon
Doi Inthanon in Chiang Mai is Thailand's highest mountain (2,565 m). It is a national park, part of a range that continues toward the Himalayas.
Schedule
* Planned schedule; it may change on the day.
8:30
Meet in Chiang Mai
We pick you up and drive about 1.5 hours to Doi Inthanon by private van, with a toilet stop on the way.
10:15
Pha Dok Siew trail
2.6 km, about 2 hours, descending along a river from mid-mountain. There are several waterfalls, with Pha Dok Siew the most impressive — and a photo spot in front of it.
Rice terraces and Mae Klang Luang village
The second half passes rice terraces: green in late rainy season (Aug–Sep), golden at harvest (Oct–mid Nov). The trail ends at Mae Klang Luang, a Karen and Hmong village that grows coffee — enjoy a fresh cup.
12:15
Drive to lunch
13:15
Lunch at a local restaurant
Kao Mai Lanna Restaurant serves classic and creative Thai dishes in a stylish renovated warehouse.
14:30
Back to Chiang Mai
15:30
Finish in Chiang Mai
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Price & Tour Details
| Group size | Price per person |
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| 1 person | 7,200 THB |
| 2 people | 4,000 THB |
| 3 people | 3,000 THB |
| 4 people | 2,500 THB |
| 5 people | 2,200 THB |
| 6 people | 2,000 THB |
| 7 or more | 1,800 THB |
| Price | From 1,800 THB per person (depends on group size) |
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| Duration | Day trip (meet 8:30 in Chiang Mai → finish 15:30 in the city) |
| Minimum group size | 1 person |
| Meeting point | We pick you up at your accommodation or a set meeting point; drop-off at your accommodation or the meeting point |
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| Not included |
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| Payment | Cash (Thai baht), bank transfer within Thailand, credit card, or Wise (international money transfer service) |
Cancellation Policy
| Up to 7 days before | No charge |
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| 6 to 3 days before | 30% of the price |
| 2 days before to the day before | 50% of the price |
| On the day / no-show | 100% of the price |
See our Travel Terms and Conditions for details.
What to Bring
Must-have
- Walking shoes (trekking shoes recommended; sneakers are fine)
- Comfortable clothes and a light warm layer (it can be 10–15°C at altitude)
- Hat, sunglasses, drinking water
If needed
Personal medicine / sunscreen / insect repellent / snacks
Please Note
This tour is not suitable for people with fear of heights, epilepsy, pregnancy, asthma, high blood pressure, heart conditions, or others who should avoid strenuous activity.
Booking & Questions
Just curious? That is perfectly fine.
Questions, dates, group size — send us a message on WhatsApp or use the inquiry form.
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