CHIANG RAI TREKKING
Embark on an immersive 3-day trekking journey through the scenic highlands of Chiang Rai. Cruise the Kok River by longtail boat, explore Karen and Lahu hill tribe villages, and enjoy cultural exchanges with local families in bamboo houses. Trek through lush rice fields, bamboo forests, and waterfalls, including a refreshing swim at Huay Mae Sai. Experience authentic tribal hospitality with dinners cooked in traditional ways and nights spent in a village homestay or tents. Conclude with a relaxing soak in hot springs and a cultural visit to a Chinese temple before returning to the city.
DAY 1: CHIANG RAI – KAREN VILLAGE – LAHU FAMILY (-/L/D)
Morning you are free at your hotel. At 10am when you are picked up from the hotel. The first stage involves a leisurely boat ride in a longtail boat up the Kok river for about 50 minutes. We come ashore at Karen village and the adjacent elephant camp where you can explore the village or enjoy an elephant ride (½ hour) After lunch in the village, we will begin the trek which will pass through different scenic locations like Karen village, rice fields, mountainous plantations, bamboo forest and a great viewpoint. Next, we hike through the mountains to reach the Yafu village where the Lahu Hill Tribe resides. We will enjoy the authentic experience of staying with a Lahu Family in a bamboo house. Dinner will be prepared for you in the village itself.
Overnight at homestay in the village
Distance:
- Chiang Mai – Karen Village: 123 miles -> 3,5 hour driving transfer
DAY 2: LAHU VILLAGE – AKHA – YAFU (B/L/D)
 Morning breakfast at 8.30 AM. We then trek through the mountain rice fields and the adjoining plantations. We will then arrive at the Huay Mae Sai waterfall where we can relax, enjoy the picnic lunch and swim for a while. Then we continue our trek through the bamboo forests of the Akha hill tribe and then return to Yafu village to shower. To end the day’s trek, a short 20-minute walk takes us to the camping area where we stay overnight in tents. Dinner is cooked traditionally on bamboo, enjoyed with a great view of Chiang Rai.
Overnight at homestay in the village
Distance:
- Lahu Village – Huay Mae Sai Waterfall: 23 miles -> 50 minute driving transfer
Included / Excluded
To help you plan your trip, we have put together a list of what's included and what's not included in your tour package. This will give you a clear understanding of what to expect and help you make any necessary arrangements before your journey begins.
- Basic homstay in the village
- Experience English speaking tour manager on tour
- Meals are mentioned on program (B: Breakfast, Br: Brunch, L: Lunch, D: Dinner)
- Entrance fees are mentioned on the itinerary
- Daily mineral water (2 bottles/ pax/ tour day)
- All flights with tax
- Visa Approval Letter and Visa Stamping fee at arrival counter
- Travel Insurance
- Early check in or late check out
- Drinks and Beverages
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Surcharge for Public Holidays:
o New Year: 31 December 2025 – 02 January 2026 (inclusive)
o Surcharge for festivals (Loy Krathong, Sonkran…)
o Christmas: 23 – 25 December 2025 (inclusive
o Compulsory Gala Diner on 24 & 31 Dec 2025 (if any). - TIPPING for local guide, cruise team, tour manager and driver (compulsory)
- All other services are not mentioned on Inclusions
- Bank fee
Tour Map
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