Doi Inthanon National Park with Nature Trail Trekking 1-Day Tour
Traveler rating
4.3/5
Based on 261 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Doi Inthanon National Park with Nature Trail Trekking 1-Day Tour worth booking?
Doi Inthanon National Park with Nature Trail Trekking 1-Day Tour is a 9-hour experience in Chiang Mai, Thailand, from $47 per person. It scores 71 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 261 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 71 / 100
- Rating
- 4.3/5 (261)
- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $47 per person
On this tour, you can cool off on Thailand's highest peak while taking in the beautiful scenic Doi Inthanon National Park. Nighttime temperatures on the peak can be as low as -8 degrees centigrade. In the cold/dry season, nighttime frosts are common. Daytime temperatures can be surprisingly cold so do not forget a long sleeve jumper. On the way up we will walk on the famous nature trail, Kew Mae Pan (November - May) or Pha Dok Siew (June - October) then visit Wachirithan Waterfalls, The King and Queen Chedi's, (the best views across the park are found here), and then on to the peak of Doi Inthanon the highest mountain in Thailand. Near the top, we will take the Angkha nature walk where you can walk among the unique flora and forests that grow at this altitude. There are both Karen and Hmong villages in the bounds of Doi Inthanon and we will see those at the local market on the way down the mountain before making our way back to Chiang Mai.
What you get
About this experience
On this tour, you can cool off on Thailand's highest peak while taking in the beautiful scenic Doi Inthanon National Park. Nighttime temperatures on the peak can be as low as -8 degrees centigrade. In the cold/dry season, nighttime frosts are common. Daytime temperatures can be surprisingly cold so do not forget a long sleeve jumper. On the way up we will walk on the famous nature trail, Kew Mae Pan (November - May) or Pha Dok Siew (June - October) then visit Wachirithan Waterfalls, The King and Queen Chedi's, (the best views across the park are found here), and then on to the peak of Doi Inthanon the highest mountain in Thailand. Near the top, we will take the Angkha nature walk where you can walk among the unique flora and forests that grow at this altitude. There are both Karen and Hmong villages in the bounds of Doi Inthanon and we will see those at the local market on the way down the mountain before making our way back to Chiang Mai.
What's included
Included
- Accident insurance
- Lunch
- All Entrance Fees (400 THB) are Included in the price.
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What you'll see and do
Wachirathan Falls
You will be picked up from your hotel (or a designated meeting point) between 7:00–7:30 a.m. (the exact time will be confirmed after booking). Enjoy a scenic 1.5-hour drive to Doi Inthanon National Park, where your first stop is Wachirathan Waterfall (Diamond Creek Waterfall)—one of the largest in Northern Thailand. Known for its powerful cascades, misty spray, and frequent rainbows, it’s a must-see highlight of the park.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Take a short walk through the lush highland rainforest to reach the Doi Inthanon Summit, the highest point in Thailand. Located in Doi Inthanon National Park, Chiang Mai, this scenic spot—known as the "Roof of Thailand"—stands at 2,565 meters (8,415 feet) above sea level. Don’t miss the chance to take memorable photos at the summit sign, marking the top of Thailand.
35 minutes here · Admission included
Phra Maha Dhatu Naphamethinidon and Naphaphonphumisiri Pagoda
Visit the stunning King and Queen Pagodas at Doi Inthanon, built to honor Thailand’s beloved monarchs. Set high above the clouds, these twin pagodas are surrounded by vibrant gardens and offer breathtaking panoramic views. Admire the elegant architecture, peaceful atmosphere, and capture unforgettable photos at one of Doi Inthanon’s most iconic spots.
50 minutes here · Admission included
Doi Inthanon
Visit Hmong Market in Doi Inthanon National Park, where local hill tribe people sell fresh local produce and food.
15 minutes here
Kew Mae Pan
** We trek on this route from 1 Nov - 31 May*** Embark on a captivating 2-hour, 3 k.m. moderate trekking along Doi Inthanon's Kew Mae Pan Nature Trail! Ascend for gorgeous, clear viewpoint vistas, experiencing Thailand's true natural beauty. Wander through pristine forests, soaking in breathtaking mountain views, diverse flora, and fauna. Explore lush cloud forests and capture stunning panoramic scenes above the clouds. A rewarding adventure for nature lovers seeking serenity and spectacular photos.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Pha Dok Seaw Waterfall
** We trek on this route from 1 Jun - 31 Oct*** Take a captivating 2-hour, 2.5 k.m. moderate trekking through Doi Inthanon's lush jungle, following a narrow mountain trail. Your knowledgeable local guide leads you to the stunning, hidden Pha Dok Siew Waterfall. Along the way, pass farmlands, coffee plantations, and beautiful rice terraces (available July-mid Nov) before reaching a Karen hill tribe village. Experience Thailand's pristine forests, rich flora/fauna, and breathtaking views. A rewarding adventure for nature lovers seeking authenticity and spectacular photos.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Ban Mae Klang Luang
Immerse in Baan Mae Klang Luang, a serene Karen hill tribe village. Get in touch with local life, witnessing daily activities and traditions. Savor authentic coffee tasting with freshly brewed village coffee. Discover local hospitality, crafts, and farming. This visit offers a genuine glimpse into a vibrant community, providing a meaningful cultural experience. Connect with heritage!
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Click2GoThailand.com
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The tour will proceed despite the bad weather as long as it is still safe to do the activities.
- The trek covers about 2–3 kilometers and is of moderate difficulty, with some uneven and slippery areas. Guests are advised to wear proper walking or trekking shoes.
- What to bring: Proper shoes for trekking, insect spray, jacket, sunglasses
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 261 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
8 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
4 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Pace and timing
4 mentionsSeveral reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Physical effort
3 mentionsExpect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
Traveler reviews
261 verified traveler reviews for Doi Inthanon National Park with Nature Trail Trekking 1-Day Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
You have to do this tour.
Where do I start with this review?? This tour has been the highlight of my holiday so far. We got picked up on time by Nort and his friendly driver in a very comfortable mini bus with 9 other lovely people. The 2 hour drive was amazing up and down the mountains taking in beautiful scenery. .. a short stop for coffee and pastries after 1 hour incase you don’t have time for breakfast due to the early start. We arrived at the elephant sanctuary to be greeted by 4 beautiful elephants. After a very interesting talk about the elephants and what to do and not to do around them we spent 2 hours feeding them and bathing them. Their carers take very good care of them and all the elephants seemed very happy to be there. A really lovely pad Thai was served up for lunch then into the pergodas. The time there was just perfect and the weather was on our side too with breath taking views. Another drive up into the mountains to start the trek through the national park. Our guided walk was absolutely amazing, I loved every minute of it. It’s quite steep in some parts but having the bamboo walking cane was a massive help on the steeper/ slippery parts. The waterfalls are breathtaking too… as is the whole trek. A quick stop off at the end for coffee/ tea and gifts was just the perfect end to what was a truly wonderful day. This tour was so well organised from start to finish and I cannot find one fault it in at all. Thank you Nort for being our fantastic guide for the day, you’ve left us with some very special memories.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your review. We are glad to know that you enjoyed the experience. Your kind words will be forwarded to North, our tour guide. Your support for this ethical elephant sanctuary and the local community is highly appreciated and truly meaningful to us. Thank you for being part of this meaningful experience.
via Tripadvisor
Good Company
Ginnie and Lek (Alex) were great company along the way. Appreciate keeping me up to date on timings and taking care of us. Trek was fun too! Easy to do even with slippers! Jk. Just hope it doesn’t rain when on the trail.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the experience. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with Alex, the tour guide—he’ll be very happy to hear your feedback.
via Viator
Beautiful walk and waterfall. However, a mediocre guide and a rushed itinerary.
My favourite parts of the trip was the Wachirathan Waterfall and the hike through the beautiful rainforest where we saw more waterfalls along with rice fields and a variety of flora and fauna. However, I found that the guide was not helpful at all because we could not understand what he was saying and he had very limited command over english. I understand that english is their second language, but the guide lacked the detailed knowledge of the places he showed us. For example, he just dropped us off at the pagoda and just let us do the exploring without giving us a tour of the place. He rushed us through places we wanted to stay at like the highest point at Doi Inthanon where we hardly spent 5 mins. At Karen village we only spent 15 minutes tasting coffee and other teas. There was only surface level information given about the coffee making process. When we asked about the animals and plants in the national park he just made a joke about it. It seemed like he was not at all interested in guiding us through the history of Chiang Mai and the villages around it. If you call it nature trekking, at least supply a tour guide who knows “nature” The tour guide ran the entire tour like a drill sergeant sticking to a very strict and tight schedule. The moment we reached somewhere he would give us a set time to return back so we were unable to stay at places for long. Probably the tour operator needs to reduce some places like the shopping stop which was just a roadside line of stalls and reduce the extended time (45mins) spent at the pagoda. Additionally, The van did not have proper air conditioning because it was broken. The so called lunch was a just a tiny roadside restaurant where the quality of food was mediocre and not up to the mark. After starting the day early at 7am, we were looking forward to a good lunch. In the end we were hungry, tired and he just dropped us outside our hotel in the middle of the road and hurriedly drove off. This was the cherry on the top and I do not recommend this trip to anyone.
Response from the operator: Thank you for sharing your feedback about the tour, and we’re sorry to hear that it did not meet your expectations. We were surprised to learn that you found the tour guide’s English communication difficult to understand, as licensed tour guides in Thailand are required to pass the government’s qualification requirements. If possible, please contact us and share your booking reference so we can identify the guide who assisted you and verify their qualifications. We will also forward your comments regarding the guide and time management to the relevant team for further review and improvement.
via Tripadvisor
A wonderful experience!
Such an amazing experience! Choo our guide was incredibly knowledgeable, funny, friendly and really took the time to talk to us about Thailand's culture and history. The nature was spectacular and we enjoyed meeting members of the Karen community. Overall a wonderful day which we would thoroughly recommend if you are visiting Chiang Mai!
Response from the operator: Thank you for taking the time to share your review. We’re so pleased to know that you had a wonderful experience. Your kind words will be passed along to, Choo, our tour guide as encouragement for the team. Most importantly, thank you for supporting an ethical elephant sanctuary and the local community. Your visit makes a meaningful difference, and we truly appreciate your support.
via Tripadvisor
Great experience. Great value.
The tour was amazing despite the weather. It was cloudy at only one stop after we arrived, but we were still able to see the monuments and take great photos. We visited many beautiful places, and lunch was included. All entrance tickets were covered in the price as well. This was a great example of money well spent and excellent value for what was included. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Chiang Mai.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the experience despite the unfavorable weather. Your support for this ethical elephant sanctuary and the local community means so much to us. We truly appreciate your visit and hope to welcome you again on a sunny day!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $47 to $1,550
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 91
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Click2GoThailand.com, who run 32 experiences we rank across 8 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 63.3 and 1 in the 90+ Club.
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Doi Inthanon National Park with Nature Trail Trekking 1-Day Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Chiang Mai.
How much does Doi Inthanon National Park with Nature Trail Trekking 1-Day Tour cost?
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Prices start at $47 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Chiang Mai usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Doi Inthanon National Park with Nature Trail Trekking 1-Day Tour take?
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Plan for about 9 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Chiang Mai is not rushed.
Is Doi Inthanon National Park with Nature Trail Trekking 1-Day Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 71 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.3/5 across 261 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Chiang Mai, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Doi Inthanon National Park with Nature Trail Trekking 1-Day Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Doi Inthanon National Park with Nature Trail Trekking 1-Day Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Doi Inthanon National Park with Nature Trail Trekking 1-Day Tour?
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Around 91 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Chiang Mai can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Chiang Mai and add a light layer if any part of the 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Doi Inthanon National Park with Nature Trail Trekking 1-Day Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Chiang Mai within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Chiang Mai?
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On Outty we rank every Chiang Mai experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Half-Day Thai Cooking Class at Organic Farm in Chiang Mai, Full Day Thai Cooking at Farm (Chiang Mai), Chiang Mai Elephant Sanctuary, Bamboo Rafting and Waterfall Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Chiang Mai?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Chiang Mai?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Doi Inthanon National Park with Nature Trail Trekking 1-Day Tour?
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Included: Accident insurance; Lunch; All Entrance Fees (400 THB) are Included in the price; and In-vehicle air conditioning. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Doi Inthanon National Park with Nature Trail Trekking 1-Day Tour include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 564 listed pickup locations in and around Chiang Mai. Be ready about 30 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Doi Inthanon National Park with Nature Trail Trekking 1-Day Tour offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Doi Inthanon National Park with Nature Trail Trekking 1-Day Tour?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Doi Inthanon National Park with Nature Trail Trekking 1-Day Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Doi Inthanon National Park with Nature Trail Trekking 1-Day Tour if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Chiang Mai. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Doi Inthanon National Park with Nature Trail Trekking 1-Day Tour?
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Across 261 reviews averaging 4.3 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, the guide, photo opportunities. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers. One thing to know: Several reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
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