The highest peak
Elevation of 2,565 meters above sea level, and the Ang Ka Luang nature trail.
Day trip in Doi Inthanon, the highest peak in Thailand
A journey to Doi Inthanon National Park, including a visit to the highest peak in Thailand, the King's and Queen's pagodas, impressive waterfalls and hill-tribe villages
Check availability and pricePrices
From 1,900 THB, booked in advance.
Important information:
- Infant (0–2) free, sits with the parents, with no separate seat and no meal.
- Hotel pickup between 08:00–08:30 in the morning. Estimated return to the hotel at 17:00.
- Recommended to bring: comfortable clothes, walking shoes, a camera, a hat, sunscreen and a light jacket (the temperature at the summit may be cool).
- Not included: additional drinks (other than water), tips for the guide and driver (not mandatory but customary), personal expenses and shopping.
The highest peak in Thailand
National park, waterfalls, pagodas and hill tribes
Join our budget trip in Doi Inthanon National Park and discover the nature of the highest peak in Thailand. You start with the ascent to the summit, where you can walk along the peaceful nature trail of Ang Ka Luang: a dense evergreen forest. The summit is cool and damp all year, and in December and January the temperature can drop to around 0 degrees, so bring a warm layer.
From there you continue to the King and Queen pagodas, surrounded by landscaped gardens and panoramic viewpoints, and to the Wachirathan and Siriphum waterfalls.
The adventure does not end with nature: the Hmong market with handicrafts and fresh produce, and the White Karen village, known for its craftsmanship and traditions.
The King's and Queen's pagodas
Built in honor of their 60th birthdays, in landscaped gardens with a panoramic view.
Waterfalls
Wachirathan, whose waters flow from a height of about 80 meters, and Siriphum.
Hill tribes
The Hmong market and the White Karen village.
When to go
Winter in the north, from mid-October to mid-February, is the cool and dry period according to the Thai Meteorological Department, and December and January are the coldest, with temperatures that can fall below freezing on mountain peaks in the north. The Tourism Authority of Thailand links the sea of mist at Doi Inthanon to the misty mornings of the cooler months. The rainy season runs from mid-May to mid-October.
Getting there
- The national park is about 90 minutes' drive from the city, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (2021).
Good to know
On the Ang Ka trail stay on the wooden boardwalk, because the moss is sensitive.
After floods the park closes trails and waterfalls until the staff confirm that it is safe to return. The situation changes from day to day.
About the place
The moss is sensitive, so stay on the wooden boardwalk and do not cross the barriers.
What awaits you
A rainbow in the spray of Wachirathan Waterfall, when the sun is out.
The tour route
From morning pickup to the return toward evening
Hotel pickup Between 08:00 and 08:30, in the Chiang Mai area. The guide will introduce himself and explain the schedule for the day.
The highest peak and the Ang Ka Luang trail, the view from the highest point in Thailand, and a walk in the forest.
The twin pagodas of the King and Queen.
Lunch At a local restaurant, with a variety of Thai dishes.
The White Karen village, an introduction to the way of life and traditional crafts, and the chance to buy souvenirs.
The Royal Project, an initiative founded to help mountain communities grow alternative crops and improve their quality of life.
Wachirathan and Sirithan waterfalls, the Hmong market, and a return to the hotel at around 17:00.
Who it suits
Great for
- Anyone who wants an organized day in the mountains, with the highest peak, waterfalls and the royal chedis, without driving the mountain roads.
- Anyone who prefers an easy walk: on the Ang Ka trail you walk on a wooden boardwalk.
Less suited for
- Anyone who expects warmth at the summit: it is cool and damp there all year.
- Anyone who needs guiding in Hebrew: the guide speaks English.
- Anyone who prefers a short day: the day runs from a pickup between 8:00 and 8:30 until a return at around 17:00.
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Frequently asked questions
What to know before you book
Is the tour suitable for families with children?
Yes. The route is not too difficult and the attractions are varied for all ages. There are several long drives, and the temperature at the summit may be cool.
What should I bring on the trip?
Comfortable clothes, walking shoes, a camera, a hat, sunscreen, a light jacket, a little cash for personal purchases and a personal water bottle.
When are pickup and return?
Hotel pickup between 08:00 and 08:30, with an estimated return to the hotel at 17:00.
What is not included?
Additional drinks (other than water), Tips for the guide and driver (not required but customary), Personal expenses and shopping.
What is opposite Wachirathan Waterfall?
A cliff called Pha Waen Kaew. When the sun hits the spray, a rainbow forms.
How do I book?
You leave your details in the form on this page or send a WhatsApp message. One of our agents gets back to you in Hebrew with availability and an updated price for your dates.
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