Overnight Mae Taeng highlands Trek from Chiang Mai

Overview

48 hours

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Follow your experienced guide on a rewarding two-day trekking trip to the mountains of northern Thailand. Discover and learn about the wildlife and plants, meet local people working in their fields, hike on scenic forest and jungle trails. Explore a picturesque area of the Mae Taeng highlands. An ideal trip for participants who love hiking and nature.

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

What To Expect

Day 1

Depart to the trek starting point. Trek 4-5 hours.

Accommodations

Rustic Home Stay on the mountain. Dormitory style. Hot showers and toilets located outside the room.

Food and Drinks

LUNCH

Lunch

Pack lunch on the trail

DINNER

Dinner

Thai dinner at home-stay

DAY 1 - Departure from the city and drive to the trekking area (1h30 driving time). Trekking of 4 to 5 hours in the jungle, on forest trails. At the beginning of the trek, you'll hike an ascending track, gaining altitude as we enter the jungle. Make a stop for a pack lunch along the way. After 3 hours walk, you'll reach a first village for a break and cultural information. Continue for another hour and a half, mostly climbing, on a well marked trail leading to our overnight place. Spend the night in a rustic mountain home-stay. A delicious and rewarding Thai dinner is served (hot shower/western style toilet/bedding is provided).

6 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Day 2

Trek second day. Slightly descending. Drive to return to Chiang Mai

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

Set breakfast with fresh local coffee (or tea)

LUNCH

Lunch

Thai food lunch

Mae Taeng

DAY 2 - Trek and return to Chiang Mai Wake up to a breakfast over the mountain, including freshly brewed local coffee (or tea, if you prefer). Pack your bags and begin today's hike. Ascending trail with views of the valley below as we enter the forest. Then walk on a forest trail for a few more kilometres. After a few hours of hiking, mostly descending, we meet our driver and drive to a local restaurant. A last stop at the scenic Wat Ban Den, before returning to Chiang Mai (about 1 hour's drive). Drop off at your hotel in the city.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Wat Ban Den

Optional stop for a glimpse to this amazing Temple in the valley.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Private transportation

Dinner

Breakfast

Available in the homestay, to be paid on the spot

Pickup points

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