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Northern Thailand Hilltribes Trek

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5 daysDuration
Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants
16 peopleMaximum group size
12 - 100 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Moderate
Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.
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Highlights

Trek through teak forests.

Learn about medicinal plants.

Help cook a traditional Lahu dinner

Itinerary

Venture deep into the hills of northern Thailand on the "Northern Thailand Hilltribes Trek," a five-day wildlife adventure that starts and ends in Chiang Mai. Ideal for those drawn to authentic cultural connections, this guided trek takes you through national parks and into the welcoming villages of the Lahu and Karen peoples. Drift along jungle rivers by bamboo raft, explore mysterious caves, and be greeted by the vibrant hilltop community of Ban Jabo. With all logistics covered, the highlight of this trip is the rare opportunity to experience daily life and natural beauty in remote tribal regions—an unforgettable encounter with Thailand’s rich cultural mosaic.

day 1Chiang Mai

Arrive at any time.

Accomodation
Chiang Mai Gate Hotel (or similar)
Included Activity
Meet Your CEO and Group Duration : 1.0 hr

day 2Chiang Mai/Ban Pha Mon

day 3Ban Pha Mon/Ban Muang Pam

day 4Ban Muang Pam/Ban Jabo

day 5Ban Jabo/Chiang Mai

What's Included

Accommodation
Hotels (1 nts), basic huts (3 nts, multi-share).
Meals
4 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners
Note: Allow USD25-35 for meals not included.
Transport
Open pickup truck, van, trekking, raft.All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Guide
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, specialist trekking guides.
Included activities
Your G for Good Moment: Ban Pha Mon Homestay, Ban Pha MonYour G for Good Moment: Ban Muang Pam Homestay, Ban Muang PamYour G for Good Moment: Ban Jabo Homestay, Ban JaboYour Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and GroupTrek to remote hilltribe villages (4 days)Lod Cave visit and bamboo rafting

Customer Reviews

5.0

based on 8 reviews
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Bianca HVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

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Very nice and interesting hikes through several small villages which are very welcoming. The communities welcomed us in their homes and way of living.

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Pia WVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

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A trip with variety of experience' s (nature and natives) and a good split between transport, walking and time on your own

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Jessica GVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent

Incredible. Such an amazing was to travel safely and authentically. Would highly recommend. Our best friends met on this exact tour, fell in love and one followed the other back to Australia. We wanted to experience what they did and we have no regrets!

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Emma HVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent

A great adventure was had with lots of fun people, all made possible by our CEO, local guides and host families!

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PetrinaVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent

My daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed the hiking and learning about the culture and life of the hill tribes of northern Thailand. The people and their environment were equally beautiful, matched by the enthusiasm of our CEO and the gentleness of our local guides.

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