CHIANG MAI · ON FOOT
The trails worth the airfare.
The 9 most popular chiang mai hikes. The trails that draw the most hikers, with the distance, the time on your feet, the cost and who guides them.
A full 11-hour Doi Inthanon day trip from Chiang Mai, with the Kew Mae Pan hike, Twin Pagodas, hilltribe stops, and Wachirathan Waterfall.
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Hike through Chiang Mai’s forests to Wat Pha Lat, then visit Doi Suthep for golden stupa views, with sunrise or sunset options.
Hike Chiang Mai’s Monk’s Trail to Wat Pha Lat and climb Doi Suthep’s dragon staircase with pickup, a guide, and water.
“The tour itself was great. We went to the temple for sunrise which was gorgeous and learned a lot about the temples and monks. Our guide Bright did a great job answering our questions and was a lovely host. However, the driver was late to pick us up (by 30 min) and made us wait…”
Ethical elephant sanctuary in Chiang Mai, a hike in Doi Inthanon, Twin Pagodas, plus Karen coffee and Pad Thai in one packed day.
Hike to jungle Wat Pha Lat via the Monk’s Trail, then visit gold Doi Suthep and its panoramic city views.
“Some strenuous walking involved. A magnificent experience with a knowledgeable friendly guide steeped in local Buddhist history and Buddhist precepts. He was a former monk. Recommend wearing a face mask in the red truck to avoid gas fumes. Five in our group.”
A small-group jungle hike from Chiang Mai to Doi Saket with an expert guide, jungle lunch, and a hidden waterfall shower in the forest.
Hike through Doi Suthep National Park, then blast downhill by mountain bike to Huay Tueng Thao, with small-group guides and Thai meals.
“A bit advanced hike up, cheerful guides and then down-hill via unpaved road, nothing scary for anyone who rode a mountainbike before, if are a bit slower, guide stay with you and support you, so dont be scared.”
7-hour Chiang Mai Doi Suthep jungle hike with monk trails, Wat Suthep temples, and a Doi Pui hill-tribe village stop.
“What an amazing experience, could not have asked for a better day. Tui made the whole hike and day so great, he is such a fantastic person. Beautiful sights and a very unique experience, totally recommended!”
A tough Chiang Mai hike-and-bike from Doi Pui to Huay Tung Tao: jungle climb, hard downhill, and a refreshing lake swim.
“Wow, what an an amazing day! Beautiful scenery, delicious food, and a legit workout all wrapped up in one. Be prepared to push yourself :D”
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