{"id":3017,"date":"2025-04-26T09:57:04","date_gmt":"2025-04-26T00:57:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/manitabi.com\/?p=3017"},"modified":"2026-11-03T22:32:52","modified_gmt":"2026-11-03T13:32:52","slug":"karen-tour","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/manitabi.com\/en\/2025\/04\/26\/karen-tour\/","title":{"rendered":"Chiang Mai Hill Tribe Tour: Discover Karen Life in Nature"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group ocw is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<style>.ocw{--g:#316448;--g2:#4a7c59;--bg:#faf7f1;--ink:#333;--line:#e3ddd1;font-size:16px;line-height:1.9}\n.ocw *{box-sizing:border-box}\n.ocw img{max-width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:10px;display:block}\n.ocw .lead{font-size:1.05em;margin:0 0 1em}\n.ocw .chips{display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:10px;margin:18px 0}\n.ocw .chip{background:#fff;border:1px solid var(--line);border-radius:999px;padding:8px 16px;font-size:.92em}\n.ocw .chip b{color:var(--g)}\n.ocw 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refresh your body and mind in the hills near Chiang Mai.<\/strong><br> In a Karen village surrounded by nature, you join local daily life and feel the culture with all five senses \u2014 something you can only experience on this tour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large hero-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/manitabi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_5766-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Scenery of the Karen village\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"chips\">\n<span class=\"chip\">&#x1f557; <b>Day trip<\/b> (approx. 9\u201310 hours) \/ <b>1 night 2 days<\/b><\/span>\n<span class=\"chip\">&#x1f4b0; <b>From 4,000 THB<\/b> \/ person<\/span>\n<span class=\"chip\">&#x1f465; From <b>1 person<\/b> (overnight: from 2)<\/span>\n<span class=\"chip\">&#x1f690; About 1.5 hours from Chiang Mai<\/span>\n<span class=\"chip\">&#x1f5e3; English \/ Japanese<\/span>\n<\/div>\n<a class=\"btn-line\" href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/66918081904\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Ask or book on WhatsApp<small>Just send \"Karen village tour\" \u2014 questions are welcome<\/small><\/a>\n<p class=\"btn-alt\">Prefer email? <a href=\"\/en\/inquiry\/\">Use our inquiry form \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3 Highlights of This Tour<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns feat is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/manitabi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_9254-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Fields and river in the Karen village\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Relax in a Village Full of Nature<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">About 1.5 hours by car from Chiang Mai, the village sits in the hills, surrounded by forests and green rice fields \u2014 a scene that feels oddly nostalgic.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/manitabi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_9167-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Karen wisdom: using banana leaves\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Learn to Live with Nature<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Karen have long lived in harmony with nature. You learn their wisdom for using nature's gifts in daily life \u2014 with your own hands.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/manitabi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/IMG_5538-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Traditional Karen food\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Delicious Home Cooking<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Everything our host Yatee cooks is delicious. Grow, harvest, cook, and share a meal together \u2014 simple, everyday happiness.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Village and Your Host<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Location<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">About 1.5 hours by car from Chiang Mai, the Karen village lies on the way to Doi Inthanon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/manitabi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/\u5730\u56f3-e1729754246373.jpg\" alt=\"Map showing the location of the Karen village\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Your Host: Yatee<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yatee, a Karen woman, is at the heart of welcoming our guests. She studied at university in Chiang Mai and now lives in the village where she grew up, raising two children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">She shows you the real, everyday life of the village \u2014 not a tourist show \u2014 and welcomes guests with natural kindness. She has even traveled to Hokkaido to introduce Karen food culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/manitabi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_5390-1-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Host Yatee and her daughter\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Itinerary (Day Trip)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"note\">* The program may change with the season and conditions on the day.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tl is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tl-step is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"time wp-block-paragraph\">8:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Depart from Chiang Mai<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We pick you up by van. On the way, we can stop at a local market for seasonal fruit and snacks as a light breakfast (or go straight to the village).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/manitabi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_1938-1-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"The private van used on the tour\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tl-step is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"time wp-block-paragraph\">10:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Arrive at the village, welcome coffee<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At Yatee's home, enjoy coffee and tea grown in the village. The warm welcome puts everyone at ease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/manitabi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_6974-1-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Coffee and tea from the village\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tl-step is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"time wp-block-paragraph\">10:30<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Village walk<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Walk the paths villagers use every day: traditional bamboo houses, organic rice fields, flowers being packed for market. Along the way, we gather ingredients for lunch and the herbal foot bath.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/manitabi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/DSCF8903100-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A path in the Karen village\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tl-step is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"time wp-block-paragraph\">12:30<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Karen lunch<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Enjoy Yatee's home cooking. The natural flavors of the ingredients satisfy body and soul.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/manitabi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_8147-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Traditional Karen lunch\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tl-step is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"time wp-block-paragraph\">14:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cultural activities (2\u20133)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Depending on the season and your wishes, you try parts of Karen daily life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Natural dyeing<\/b>: extract dye from plants and seeds gathered in the village and dye fabric to your liking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/manitabi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/\u8349\u6728\u67d3\u4f53\u9a13-2-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Natural dyeing workshop\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Herbal foot bath<\/b>: warm up from the inside with herbs you picked in the morning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/manitabi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_5460-e1729753811321-1024x767.jpg\" alt=\"Herbal foot bath with herbs from the village\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Village sweets<\/b>: make steamed sweets wrapped in banana leaves or colorful rice-flour donuts with village ingredients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/manitabi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_9173-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Making village sweets\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tl-step is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"time wp-block-paragraph\">16:30<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Leave the village<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The villagers see you off as you head back.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tl-step is-end is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"time wp-block-paragraph\">around 18:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Arrive in Chiang Mai<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>A 1-night, 2-day version is also available<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a slower, deeper stay, we recommend staying overnight. Sample schedule for day 2:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>6:00\u20137:00 Wake up, morning walk (optional)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>8:00 Breakfast<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>9:00 Activities (village or temple walk, etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>11:30 Lunch<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>12:00 Leave the village \u2192 around 14:00 arrive in Chiang Mai<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"btn-line\" href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/66918081904\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Ask or book on WhatsApp<small>Questions only are perfectly fine<\/small><\/a>\n<p class=\"btn-alt\">Prefer email? <a href=\"\/en\/inquiry\/\">Use our inquiry form \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tour Videos<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Videos made by past guests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/moeko_nomad\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Moeko, a nomad living in Chiang Mai<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"ig-embed\"><blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DEXGjIjyEtV\/?utm_source=ig_embed\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\" style=\"background:#fff;border:0;border-radius:3px;box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,.15);margin:1px auto;max-width:540px;min-width:280px;padding:0;width:calc(100% - 2px)\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DEXGjIjyEtV\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">View this post on Instagram<\/a><\/blockquote><\/div>\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/haga.thaifood\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Haga, Thai food navigator<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"\u30bf\u30a4 \u30c1\u30a7\u30f3\u30de\u30a4\u3067\u30ab\u30ec\u30f3\u65cf\u306e\u300c\u65e5\u5e38\u300d\u66ae\u3089\u3057\u4f53\u9a13\u304c\u523a\u6fc0\u7684\uff01\" width=\"1140\" height=\"641\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/FLxZzvsTj68?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can also see more of the tour in the highlights on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/chiangmaisakata\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Naoto Sakata's Instagram<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Guest Reviews<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"vhint wp-block-paragraph\">\u2190 Scroll sideways to read more \u2192<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group vtrack is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group vcard is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/manitabi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_3662-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"K family, tour guests\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"nm wp-block-paragraph\">The K family<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We experienced the everyday life of local people \u2014 something you can't find at tourist spots. Seeing their homes, cooking and gathering food up close was a precious chance to learn how they live with nature.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group vcard is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/manitabi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_3673-e1739283917542-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"M.Y., a tour guest\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"nm wp-block-paragraph\">M.Y.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With explanations of Karen history, we spent a whole day experiencing their culture \u2014 something hard to do without a tour. Yatee and her family welcomed us warmly with delicious home cooking. Fun for kids and adults alike!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group vcard is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/manitabi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_3563-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"F family, tour guests\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"nm wp-block-paragraph\">The F family<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tasting wild fruit on our walk, cooking, making bracelets \u2014 every activity left an impression. Learning by doing was especially fun, and we had a very full day.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group vcard is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/manitabi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_9159-e1745637028108-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"H.S., a tour guest\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"nm wp-block-paragraph\">H.S.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I got to spend time with a village family and experience a life very different from Japan. The smiles of the kind villagers gave me energy and comfort. Five stars!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group vcard is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/manitabi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_6991-1-e1729841736487-1024x769.jpg\" alt=\"T.W., a tour guest\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"nm wp-block-paragraph\">T.W.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Touching the rich life of the Karen, surrounded by nature, made me feel I could have more room in my own heart. Mountains, rivers, rice fields \u2014 the village scenery is wonderful.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group vcard is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/manitabi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_3041-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"S.K., a tour guest\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"nm wp-block-paragraph\">S.K.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Walking through Yatee's fields and picking ingredients and herbs ourselves was fresh and fun. In the dyeing workshop we started by crushing the dye \u2014 not knowing how it would turn out was exciting.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group vcard is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/manitabi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_9917-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Y.K., a tour guest\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"nm wp-block-paragraph\">Y.K.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It was wonderful to glimpse and actually experience a life in harmony with nature. Gathering ingredients and herbs for the foot bath was moving. Time in nature refreshed both body and mind.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Price &amp; Tour Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Day Trip<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<table class=\"info\"><tr><th>Group size<\/th><td><b>Price per person<\/b><\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><th>1 person<\/th><td>6,900 THB<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><th>2 people<\/th><td>5,000 THB<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><th>3 people<\/th><td>4,500 THB<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><th>4 or more<\/th><td>4,000 THB<\/td><\/tr>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1 Night 2 Days<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<table class=\"info\"><tr><th>Group size<\/th><td><b>Price per person<\/b><\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><th>2 people<\/th><td>8,000 THB<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><th>3 people<\/th><td>7,200 THB<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><th>4 or more<\/th><td>6,500 THB<\/td><\/tr>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"note wp-block-paragraph\">Children (elementary school age or younger): 1,500 THB off the prices above. Junior high to university students: 500 THB off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"note wp-block-paragraph\">Returning guests: 500 THB off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"note wp-block-paragraph\">For private tours or other requests, please contact us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<table class=\"info\">\n<tr><th>Price<\/th><td>Day trip from 4,000 THB \/ person; 1 night 2 days from 6,500 THB \/ person (depends on group size)<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><th>Duration<\/th><td>Day trip: approx. 8:00\u201318:00 (9\u201310 hours)<br\/>1 night 2 days: back in Chiang Mai around 14:00 on day 2<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><th>Minimum group size<\/th><td>Day trip: 1 person \/ 1 night 2 days: 2 people<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><th>Meeting point<\/th><td>We pick you up by van at your accommodation or a meeting point in Chiang Mai<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><th>Language<\/th><td>English \/ Japanese<small>Guided by the village host together with a Thai guide or a Japanese navigator.<\/small><\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><th>Included<\/th><td><ul><li>Meals in the village<\/li><li>Activities<\/li><li>Accommodation (overnight tour)<\/li><li>Private van and fuel<\/li><li>Thai guide or Japanese navigator<\/li><\/ul><\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><th>Not included<\/th><td><ul><li>Caf\u00e9 stops and shopping at the market<\/li><li>Souvenirs<\/li><\/ul><\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><th>Payment<\/th><td>Cash (Thai baht), bank transfer within Thailand, credit card, or Wise (international money transfer service)<\/td><\/tr>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cancellation Policy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<table class=\"info\"><tr><th>Before the deposit is paid<\/th><td>No charge<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>After the deposit, up to 21 days before the tour<\/th><td>50% of the tour price<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>20 to 7 days before the tour<\/th><td>75% of the tour price<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>6 days before the tour or no-show<\/th><td>100% of the tour price<\/td><\/tr><\/table>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"note wp-block-paragraph\">Bank transfer and remittance fees are non-refundable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"note wp-block-paragraph\">See our <a href=\"\/en\/travel-terms\/\">Travel Terms and Conditions<\/a> for details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Bring<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Must-have<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Comfortable clothes you don't mind getting dirty (mud or dye; paths get muddy in the rainy season)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Long-sleeved shirt and long pants (chilly mornings and evenings; protects from insects)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sneakers (recommended for village walks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Personal medicine<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Light clothes for the herbal sauna, sandals and a toothbrush (overnight guests)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Useful<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sunscreen \/ hat \/ small towel \/ small bag for drinks and valuables \/ sunglasses \/ shampoo and conditioner if you have preferences (overnight guests)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rooms, Toilets and Showers (Overnight Guests)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sample bedrooms. We adjust the arrangement to your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/manitabi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/IMG_5255-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Bedroom 1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Bedroom 1<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/manitabi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_1288-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Bedroom 2 (private room example)\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Bedroom 2 (private room example)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The toilets and showers are cleaned but are not like those in a shopping mall. If the shower has no hot water, we provide heated water. In the cool dry season, you can skip the shower and use body wipes instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/manitabi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_5264-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Shower and toilet\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Shower and toilet<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/manitabi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_5262-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Western-style toilet\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Western-style toilet<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Important Notes &amp; FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Getting to the village \/ motion sickness<\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The village is about 1.5 hours from Chiang Mai, half of it on winding mountain roads. We carry motion sickness medicine, but please bring your own if needed.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What happens if it rains?<\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Light rain: the program continues with care. Heavy rain: we wait for it to stop and switch to indoor activities.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Are there insects or animals?<\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pigs, chickens and dogs roam the village. They don't attack, but let us know in advance if you are uncomfortable with animals. Being near the forest, there are insects and lizards (mosquito nets are provided). In the rainy season, leeches live in the rice fields, so long socks and long pants are recommended.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Will it be cold?<\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The village is about 1,000 m above sea level and cooler than Chiang Mai in the mornings and evenings. From November to February, bring warm clothes; in other seasons, a light long-sleeved top.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Will I share a room? (overnight)<\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You may share a room with other guests. If you prefer a private room, please tell us in advance.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Is there internet or phone signal?<\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mobile signal is weak in parts of the village. Enjoy a digital detox!<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Valuables and guides<\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Please keep your passport, wallet and other valuables with you. The village host and a Thai guide lead the tour, and Naoto Sakata joins when possible.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Upcoming Dates<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>2026 (day trips)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Saturday, November 14<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monday, November 23<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tuesday, November 24<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Thursday, November 26<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sunday, December 6<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monday, December 21<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We can also arrange a 1-night, 2-day stay or other dates \u2014 just ask.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Booking &amp; Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"cta-end\">\n<p><strong>Just curious? That is perfectly fine.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Questions, dates, group size \u2014 send us a message on WhatsApp or use the inquiry form.<\/p>\n<a class=\"btn-line\" href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/66918081904\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Message us on WhatsApp<small>We reply personally \u2014 questions are welcome<\/small><\/a>\n<p class=\"btn-alt\"><a href=\"\/en\/inquiry\/\">Send an inquiry form \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In March 2025, the Myanmar earthquake damaged the village nursery school. With donations mainly from guests who had visited the village, the nursery was rebuilt for the children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More Tours<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list rel\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/manitabi.com\/en\/2025\/05\/03\/chiang-mai-thailue-tour-1\/\">Edge of Thailand: Immersive Culture &amp; Nature Tour<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/manitabi.com\/en\/2025\/05\/02\/lisu-tour-cacao\/\">Chocolate &amp; Culture: The Secret of the Lisu Tribe<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/manitabi.com\/en\/2025\/09\/20\/karen-silver-tour-1day\/\">Karen Silver Jewelry Making Tour \u2014 Day Trip from Chiang Mai<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"\/en\/tour\/\">All ManiTabi tours \u2192<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Step into a mountain village and discover a way of life rooted in nature. 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