Doi Inthanon is Thailand's highest peak, rising to 2,565 metres above sea level. As part of a National Park, this area is covered with evergreen forest and offers splendid views.
During theses 2 days of exploration, you will trek through valley and jungle, and have the opportunity to see many bird species, refreshing waterfalls and hill-tribe villages.
Tuesday/Thursday/SaturdayDay 1 trek, overnight in hill-tribe village [-/l/d]08:30 Meeting at your hotel and depart by private vehicle heading South-West.
We reach the mountain top for exploration and a short trek. Visit the two pagodas near the summit, offering fantastic views of the valley. After lunch at local restaurant depart for a two hours hike reaching a small Karen hilltribe village where we will spend the night. A Thai dinner is prepared by your guide.
Wednesday/Friday/SundayDay 2 trek, back to chiang mai [b/l/-]After breakfast, we start hiking from our village on the mountain, passing jungle forest and cultivated valleys in a scenic area on the foot-hills of the Doi Inthanon. Meet with our vehicle and transfer to Vachiratarn waterfall, one of the park's many waterfalls for a local Thai style picnic lunch. Afternoon relax and explore the area before transfer back to Chiang Mai. Drop off at hotel or airport.
Notes: Elephant riding can be organized as an option. To be arranged on the spot with the guide.
Conditions:
- Join rate is based on minimum 2 pax. Maximum 8 participants on join group.
- Private tour can be organized any day.
- The trip is operated all year long.
- The itinerary/route is for guideline only and can slightly change according to the season, local conditions, climate, or participant’s fitness or abilities.
Included:
- All transfers by private vehicle minivan or 4WD depending season.
- English speaking tour guide.
- All visits/excursions as mentioned in tour itinerary.
- National Park entrance fees.
- Accommodation is basic dormitory in village huts, with toilet and shower outside.
- We provide sleeping bags, foam mats and mosquito nets.
- Meals as mentioned: B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner.
Not Included:
- Personal expenses, beverages, tips and optional excursion.
- Additional trekking information
Recommended items to take on a trek:
- Good pair of running shoes, or lightweight trekking shoes, with socks.
- T-shirts (cotton), one short or long pants.
- Towel (or sarong), swimming suits, toilet and personal effects.
- Personal prescription drugs, contact lenses, glasses.
- Sun-cream (waterproof), hat, sunglasses.
- Long sleeves sweater and pants, or jogging suits.
- A small flashlight, camera and films.
Valid : 01NOV09 – 31OCT10 , Rate per person based on Sharing Twin in US Dollar