Hill tribe treks

Hikes to visit the hill tribe villages in Northern Thailand

Spend three or four days hiking into the mountains surrounding Chiang Mai or Chiang Rai to meet the various groups of ethnically diverse locals—on multi-day treks, you bunk down in village huts—taking time out to learn the finer points of riding an elephant and lazing down the rivers aboard bamboo rafts.

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Chiang Mai and the Golden Triangle

Chiang Mai and the Golden Triangle

Visit the fascinating city of Chiang Mai, 'The Rose of the North', a thriving metropolis with many points of interest to visitors and a less hectic alternative to the capital. Explore ancient temples, ride on top of a gentle elephant and delve into Thai culture and traditions in lush, mountainous scenery. Visit indigenous hilltribe communities for a glimpse into traditional life and then venture by boat to the threshold of three different countries—the Golden Triangle—where the borders of Thailand, Burma (Myanmar) and Laos meet.


Chiang Mai Hilltribes Trek

Chiang Mai Hilltribes Trek

Trek through the hills surrounding Chiang Mai and meet local people, known collectively as hilltribes, who have made their homes on these slopes. They have lived in peace and without modern conveniences for many years; a visit to these traditional communities is like travelling back to a simpler time. Learn about jungle food and the local way of life, and ride an elephant through the forest. After all that exertion, recline on a bamboo raft and float downriver, giving the friendly locals a wave as you drift past them going about their daily lives.


Northern Hilltribes and Villages

Northern Hilltribes and Villages

From the luxury of Bangkok's malls and gleaming highrises head north to Thailand's hills. Eating and sleeping in the hilltribes will bring you face to face with these colourful cultures. Well leave plenty of time for fun in historic Chiang Mai, with its night market and delicious cuisine. Our CEOs will help you get off the beaten path but you'll stay flexible by being able to choose the activities you really want.


Tribal Thailand

Tribal Thailand

From the bright lights of modern Bangkok to the ancient Siamese capital of Ayutthaya, this adventure provides an intriguing blend of the kingdoms big cities and its tribal regions. Our CEO and trekking guides will bring you close to the kaleidoscope of culture and color in hilltribe villages. You'll enjoy a number of guided excursions without sacrificing free time to do your own thing. For a really old school trip, climb aboard an elephant or relax with a traditional Thai massage. Get out of the ordinary and into the real Thailand.


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This article was by Reid Bramblett and last updated in April 2011.
All information was accurate at the time.


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