5 days tour

Northern Thailand Hilltribes Trek

This tour includes:

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, specialist trekking guides.

Meals

4 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners

Others

Your G for Good Moment: Ban Pha Mon Homestay, Ban Pha Mon Your G for Good Moment: Ban Muang Pam Homestay, Ban Muang Pam Your G for Good Moment: Ban Jabo Homestay, Ban Jabo Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Meeting - Meet Your CEO and Group. Trek to remote hilltribe villages (4 days). Lod Cave visit and bamboo rafting. Prehistoric coffin cave visit. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Transport

Open pickup truck, van, trekking, raft.

Accommodation

Hotels (1 nts), basic huts (3 nts, multi-share).

Hygieneprotocol

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Not included:

Others

No optional activities

Flights

International flights are not included

Optional

Other activities and services not included

Insurance

Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered. If you require travel insurance, TourRadar has partnered up with World Nomads to provide a hassle-free experience. More information can be found here ( https://www.tourradar.com/travel-insurance ).

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Itinerary of your trip Northern Thailand Hilltribes Trek

  • Day 1 Day 1: Chiang Mai
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Chiang Mai

      Arrive at any time. Accommodation: - Chiang Mai Gate Hotel (or similar). Included Activities: - Welcome Meeting - Meet Your CEO and Group

  • Day 2 Day 2: Chiang Mai/Ban Pha Mon (1B, 1L, 1D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Chiang Mai/Ban Pha Mon (1B, 1L, 1D)

      Drive from Chiang Mai to the trailhead. Trek through farmland and bamboo and teak forests. Learn about bush food and medicinal plants. Enjoy lunch en route before continuing through rice fields and valleys to reach the first village of a Lahu tribe. Assist with food prep and cooking, or check out a local Lahu massage.Tucked away in the hills of northern Thailand is where the most colourful and unchanged traditional communities can be found. Trek through forests and rural terrains to visit some of these diverse hilltribe villages; often, each will have their own unique language, clothing style, and belief system that differs significantly from those of neighbouring tribes. You are well looked after by your CEO and local guides, who take the responsibility of preparing all meals and carrying food supplies. Accommodation: - Ban Pha Mon Homestay (or similar). Meals Included: - Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner Included Activities: - Hilltribe Trek Day 1 - Ban Pha Mon Homestay Additional Notes: The exact itinerary of the walking on this trip may change from time to time, taking into account the weather and local conditions. Also, please note there may be times when the use of video and/or still cameras may be inappropriate -- your CEO and guides will be able to advise you. Be prepared for the accommodation to be basic; remember, it's all about an authentic and unique experience!

  • Day 3 Day 3: Ban Pha Mon/Ban Muang Pam (1B, 1L, 1D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Ban Pha Mon/Ban Muang Pam (1B, 1L, 1D)

      Trek between villages, over farmlands and grasslands, and ascend to the ridge line. Learn about bush medicine and seasonal fruits as you make your way to the lunch stop. Go for a swim and help the local guides prepare lunch. Continue on to the Karen village and spend the night. Opt to learn about medicine from a shaman or play football with the locals.Trek for about six hours and between villages, over farmlands and grasslands and acend to the ridgeline. Learn about bush medicine, seasonal fruits and plants and seeds. Slip your wet shoes on and descend to the Huew Hin Poon Creek for lunch. Here, go for a swim and help the local guides make a friction fire and prepare lunch. Continue another hour and a half to the jungle Buddhist temple outside the second village. Spend the night in the Karen village learn about wood carving, weaving and cooking. Opt to learn about medicine from a shaman or play football with the locals. Accommodation: - Ban Muang Pam Homestay (or similar). Meals Included: - Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner Included Activities: - Hilltribe Trek Day 2 - Ban Muang Pam Homestay

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Tour leaving from Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai is a city in northern Thailand known for its rich culture, ancient temples, and beautiful landscapes. It is a popular destination for nature lovers, with nearby mountains, jungles, and waterfalls. Chiang Mai is also famous for its Yi Peng festival, where thousands of paper lanterns are released into the sky. Visitors can explore the old town, visit impressive temples, and enjoy delicious Thai food.

Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 12 / Max: 90

Age range allowed for this experience.

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