Our Mae Hong Son Explorer itinerary includes most of the attractions from the full Mae Hong Son Loop itinerary.
Rather than visiting Doi Inthanon National Park you can explore Mae Hong Son province traveling via Pai in both directions. This route is a full day shorter than the full loop itinerary.
Pai Memorial Bridge is located south of Pai, on the main highway as you approach from Chiang Mai. The bridge was constructed in WWII as part of the Japanese push into Burma. The steel sections …
Doi KIew Lom is a popular roadside break point to the northwest of Pai. On a clear day, there are spectacular views in all directions. On overcast days you will often be surrounded by low-lying …
Wat Prathat Doi Kong Mu is a hill-top temple complex that overlooks Mae Hong Son City. The central feature of the temple grounds are a pair of white pagodas. The larger of the two pagodas …
Mae Hong Son City is the administrative capital of Mae Hong Son Province. The ‘city’ moniker comes from consistent translation of the Mueang district name – commonly used to identify provincial capitals in Thailand. Mae …
Huay Pu Keng is a remote village in the north-west of Mae Hong Son Province. Quite close to the Myanmar border on the banks of the Pai river, the town is home to Kayan and …
Su Tong Pae is a lengthy bamboo walking bridge to the north of Mae Hong Son town. The bridge spans rice fields and waterways, connecting the village of Ban Gung Mai Sak with Wat Phu …
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Phu Klon Mud Spa
Phu Klon Mud Spa (also known as Phu Klon Country Club) is a massage & spa treatment facility built arounda natural mud spring in scenic surroundings. The springs / mud were discovered by a tour …
Ban Rak Thai is a stunningly beautiful village in Mae Hong Son Province, right next to the Myanmar border. This is one of several Yunnanese enclave towns found in Chiang Rai and Mae Hong Son. …
Namtok Pha Seua is a scenic waterfall located in National Parkland the north-west of Mae Hong Son Province. It is a short drive south from Ban Rak Thai. Nearby Attractions Pha Suea Tour Itineraries
Tham Pla Fish Cave
Tham Pla FIsh Cave is a refreshing stop, conveniently located along the roads joining Pai, Ban Rak Thai, and Mae Hong Son town. Tham Pla Fish Cave is a ticketed attraction under the management of …
Ban Jabo is a Black Lahu village in Mae Hong Son. Long known for its spectacular view, it is more recently famous for Jabo Noodle – a restaurant with floor-seating where you may dangle your …
Tham Lod is a cave system located between Pai and Mae Hong Son City. It is a popular stop as it breaks up the journey on the winding mountain road. Exploring Tham Lod Cave There …
Mae Yen Temple (Wat Phra That Mae Yen) Wat Phra That Mae Yen (also known as Chedi Phra That Mae Yen) is a temple west of Pai. Best known for a large white Buddha statue …
Pai is an ever-popular destination in Mae Hong Son province, yet it still retains a small-town charm. Pai is the most accessible town in Mae Hong Son province from Chiang Mai and has many great …
On the hill behind Santichon Village is a great viewpoint where you can look east across the valley. The Pai river winds through the valley past soybean, rice, lychee and many other crops. In Winter, …
Pai Canyon is just outside the town of Pai, beside the main road outside town as you approach from Chiang Mai. Best viewed in morning or evening light, you can get a great view after …
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Mok Fa Waterfall
Mok Fa Waterfall is located about 1.5 hours drive north from Chiang Mai. This scenic waterfall is accessed via a short walk through shaded forest. The waterfall is located just to the east of the …
Smart Elephants Family is a family-run elephant camp to the north of Chiang Mai in Mae Taeng district. This elephant sanctuary is open to small groups of visitors who may interact with the elephants ethically. …
Araksa Tea Garden is located about 1.5 hours drive north from Chiang Mai. As such it is the most accessible tea plantation if you are staying in Chiang Mai city. It is quite different from …
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