Doi Inthanon, Thailand
Sunrise view over Doi Inthanon National Park
Having lunch by the waterfall in Doi Inthanon National Park, Thailand.
Playing guitar by the bonfire in Doi Inthanon National Park.
Waterfall in Doi Inthanon National Park, Thailand
Eating lunch from Banana Plates during the 2-day Doi Inthanon trek.
A minin waterfall in Doi Inthanon National Park.
Jungle Trekking Doi Inthanon
Enjoying lunch in the forest of Doi Inthanon National Park, Thailand.
The rustic camping huts in Doi Inthanon National Park.
View of mountains with village huts, Doi Inthanon.
Strawberries grow in the colder temperatures of Doi Inthanon National Park.
Tall trees in the forests of Doi Inthanon.
View from the homestay, Doi Inthanon.
Clear starry skies at Doi Inthanon National Park.
A gushing waterfall in Doi Inthanon National Park.
Eating lunch at the campsite on the Doi Inthanon Trek.
Trekking in Doi Inthanon, Thailand.
The camping huts in Doi Inthanon, Thailand.
A simple homestay in Doi Inthanon, Thailand.
Views of the mountain scenery whilst hiking in Doi Inthanon National Park.
Yellow flowers everywhere in Doi Inthanon National Park.
Hiking through the grasslands of Doi Inthanon.
Rice paddies in Doi Inthanon Thailand
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Doi Inthanon, Thailand
Sunrise view over Doi Inthanon National Park
Having lunch by the waterfall in Doi Inthanon National Park, Thailand.
Playing guitar by the bonfire in Doi Inthanon National Park.
Waterfall in Doi Inthanon National Park, Thailand
Eating lunch from Banana Plates during the 2-day Doi Inthanon trek.
A minin waterfall in Doi Inthanon National Park.
Jungle Trekking Doi Inthanon
Enjoying lunch in the forest of Doi Inthanon National Park, Thailand.
The rustic camping huts in Doi Inthanon National Park.
View of mountains with village huts, Doi Inthanon.
Strawberries grow in the colder temperatures of Doi Inthanon National Park.
Tall trees in the forests of Doi Inthanon.
View from the homestay, Doi Inthanon.
Clear starry skies at Doi Inthanon National Park.
A gushing waterfall in Doi Inthanon National Park.
Eating lunch at the campsite on the Doi Inthanon Trek.
Trekking in Doi Inthanon, Thailand.
The camping huts in Doi Inthanon, Thailand.
A simple homestay in Doi Inthanon, Thailand.
Views of the mountain scenery whilst hiking in Doi Inthanon National Park.
Yellow flowers everywhere in Doi Inthanon National Park.
Hiking through the grasslands of Doi Inthanon.
Rice paddies in Doi Inthanon Thailand
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Doi Inthanon Trek Adventure | 1 – 2 Days | from CHIANG MAI, THAILAND

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(9 customer reviews)
95.56% of travellers said they loved this activity.
  • Get off the beaten track in Doi Inthanon National Park!
  • Pick up and drop off from/to Chiang Mai included.
  • All meals are included in the price!

From $140.00


A traveller from London & 2 others recently booked this activity.
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Experience a completely off-the-beaten-track hiking experience in Doi Inthanon National Park, just two hours drive from Chiang Mai.

Doi Inthanon is the highest mountain in Thailand and is one of the most beautiful areas of Northern Thailand. On this one or two-day hiking trail, you will witness a variety of interesting jungle flora and fauna, unique to this area of Thailand, as well as come in contact with unique indigenous communities. You will enjoy incredible views of the mountain, visit cascading waterfalls, eat lunch off banana leaf plates and learn about jungle survival from your local trekking guide.

1 Day Trek – Doi Inthanon

Fast Facts:

  • Trip Duration: 1 Day
  • Meals Included: Lunch
  • Difficulty: Medium (mix of uphills and downhills)
  • Season: Available all year

1 Day Itinerary

  • Pick up from 7.00 to 7.30 am from your hotel.
  • Drive 2 hours to Doi Inthanon National Park, stopping at a market along the way.
  • Begin our hiking walking through this near a school and old village, on the side of the mountain overlooking rice fields
  • The first part of our hike will take 2 to 2.5 hours through the rainforest stopping at a viewpoint for lunch
  • After lunch we will hike another 2 hours through the rainforest, enjoying the 2 waterfalls along the trail.
  • Ending the trail at Khun Poy village, enjoy a local hill tribe coffee shop after the trek, at the village’s little coffee shop.
  • Arrive back in Chiang Mai around 6 pm.

2 Day Trek – Doi Inthanon National Park

Fast Facts:

  • Duration: 1 night, 2 days
  • Meals Included: All meals
  • Difficulty: Medium (has short uphills)
  • Season: Available all year.

2 Day Itinerary

  • Pick up from 7.00 to 7.30 am from your hotel.
  • Drive 2 hours to Doi Inthanon National Park, stopping at a market along the way.
  • Start the trek behind a village overlooking rice fields
  • The first part of our hike will take 2 to 2.5 hours through the rainforest stopping at a viewpoint for lunch and passing a beautiful waterfall.
  • After lunch we will hike another 2 hours through the rainforest, enjoying the views along the trail and passing another stunning waterfall.
  • Arrive at Khun Poy Village, where you will be staying the night, explore the local village and enjoy a local hill tribe coffee at the little coffee shop in the village.
  • Enjoy a local Thai dinner cooked by your guide, you are welcome to help him prepare the dinner for the evening.
  • Day 2: Slow start to the morning, we will prepare breakfast and depart for our hike.
  • We will hike for approximately 4 hours through the Rainforest.
  • We will have lunch along the trail.
  • Depart Doi Inthanon and arrive back in Chiang Mai around 17.30

Please note: This trek cannot run with less than two people. So, if you are booking for 2 people your trek date is guaranteed! However, if you are booking for one person, we will join you with an existing tour. Please select your preferred date using the calendar above and we will contact you to let you know if there is already a tour running on your chosen date, or suggest a nearby alternative date. We will not take your deposit until a date is agreed upon.

Operator

Ethnic Hilltribe Trails

The South East Asia Backpacker Community have tried and tested adventures across the region and handpicked a selection of only the BEST companies to work with.

Why we chose Ethnic Hilltribe Eco Trails

Ethnic Hill Tribe Eco Trails are a small family-run tour operator, based in Chiang Mai, focused on ethical tourism and sustainability.

Kischa and Mit with their son in Chiang Mai - Founders of Ethnic Hilltribe Eco Trails
Kischa and Mit with their son in Chiang Mai – Founders of Ethnic Hilltribe Eco Trails

The company was created after Kischa from South Africa (co-founder) met and fell in love with Thai trekking guide from the Karen ethnic minority, Mit, (co-founder) on a jungle trek in Chiang Mai.

Together, they founded Ethnic Hilltribe Eco Trails to give people the chance to get off the beaten track outside of Chiang Mai and experience the amazing hiking opportunities in the local hilltribe villages in the area.

At the same time, they wanted to protect the indigenous communities from so-called ‘zoo-like’ tourism that can damage communities and takes away much more than it gives. They have seen first-hand how education and training local communities in sustainable tourism can lift people out of poverty. When done correctly, it can be beneficial to all.

  • Ethnic Hill Tribe Eco Trails offer authentic hiking trails that immerse you with the local ethnic hilltribe cultures of Northern Thailand. They work with local hilltribe guides and families in Doi Inthanon, Huai Nam Dang National Park, Doi Luang and Chiang Dao National Park.
  • They offer different types of treks from one to three-day trails that are suitable for young and old. They can also arrange private treks or other activities such as visits to an ethical elephant sanctuary, bamboo rafting and caving.
  • On all of their tours, they use only local hilltribe guides who have a wealth of knowledge about the fauna and flora of the rain-forest which they share with the guests.
  • Their tours are also very interactive, for example along the way, you’ll pick fruit from the trees and make your own plate from banana leaves for lunch!
  • They have different trails for different seasons and trails that suit everyone from avid hikers to families.
  • Above all, they are hoping to steer travellers in the direction of responsible tourism, one that benefits and empowers local communities as well as family-run business, which are the forefront of an economy.
  • They teach skills development in Farmstay management, building and guide training to help empower ethnic minorities by giving them opportunities to make an income without having to leave for the cities.

What's Included

Included:

  • Pick up and drop off from your hotel
  • Transport there and back to Doi Inthanon National Park
  • Meals during the trek
  • 2 litres of water
  • A knowledgeable English-speaking guide,
  • All National Park fees (300 THB per person)
  • Insurance
  • Accommodation (homestay) on the 2-day trek

Not Included: 

  • Snacks or soft drinks
  • Personal Travel Insurance
  • Tips
  • Souvenirs

What to Bring?

  • Sturdy shoes with a good grip suitable for trekking and climbing
  • Loose lightweight clothing for trekking
  • Bathing suit for swimming at the waterfall
  • A warm layer (mornings can be chilly at the summit, especially in cool season)
  • Toothbrush, toothpaste and any other essentials for an overnight stay.

Refund Policy

  • In order to book this experience, you will need to pay a deposit online via South East Asia Backpacker.
  • This deposit is fully refundable if you wish to cancel up until 48 hours before the start of the activity. PLEASE NOTE: This policy refers to the payment made to South East Asia Backpacker at the time of booking. All subsequent payments to the operator of your chosen activity fall under their own refund policy
  • For cancellations made fewer than 48 hours before the start of the activity there is no refund available.
  • You can request a change of date at any time, free of additional charges.
  • Date changes are entirely down to the availability of the operator and nothing to do with South East Asia Backpacker. 
  • If your date change is not agreed upon, as long as it is within 48 hours of the start date you originally made your booking for, your deposit can be refunded in full if you wish to cancel.
  • The remaining payment for the experience is payable directly to the operator.
  • The operator can request the remaining payment via an online payment link or upon arrival at the destination.
  • The refund of the second payment, which goes directly to the operator, is based on the terms and conditions of the operator, over which South East Asia Backpacker have no control.
  • Please see our customer terms and conditions for more information.

9 reviews for Doi Inthanon Trek Adventure | 1 – 2 Days | from CHIANG MAI, THAILAND

  1. Bridget –

    We absolutely loved our tour with Mit. We didn’t totally know what to expect, and were blown away. The entire day was unique and off the beaten path. We enjoyed getting to know Mit and engaging with the Hilltribe community.

  2. Lukasz –

    In general trekking was a very good experience. Positives: knowledge of the guide about plants, possibility to try some of them like cinamon, amazing lunch at the Waterfall, food very well prepared in great athmoafere, good organization with transport. Negatives: i was a bit disappointed with the jungle itself, maybe its because of the season but to me it was like a normal forest not a jungle, i know it is not a zoo but I have not seen any Animals as well, i had one day trip and we have not met anybody in the hiltribe Village So there was no chance to speak and have this experience. Aparat from that Tour as described, 6 hours of hiking up and downs, transport, meal, swimming in the Waterfall was not possible because it was small one but really charming.

  3. Niko –

    We took part in the two day trek, and we highly recommend going for the over night trip. We were especially pleased with our tour guide Tin with whom it was safe to hike in the jungle, but he also had amazing knowledge about the plants and local culture. More so, he’s also a great cook! Even though the trek was awesome, there were some downsides as well: We didn’t receive all the information needed about the trip, and once we asked the customer support was very rude to us and fairly hard to deal with. If you can get past that, we encourage to take the two day trek!

  4. Luca –

    This was the highlight of a one month trip in Thailand. The hike was fun, along a trail not on maps, with loads of insights from the guide and lots of laughter. I did the 2 days and the farmstay was so worth it, finally a real look into the lifes of the hilltribes, completed with lunch, the following day, at a hilltribe family! Thank you so much, it was perfect!

  5. Leila –

    This trek was the highlight of our time in Chiang Mai. The hike itself wasn’t challenging, but you need to be prepared. We loved staying in the Hilltribe Village and our guide Tin was amazing. He entertained us with folk tales around the fire and showed us some real Karen hospitality.

  6. Katrina –

    We loved the hike, the guide was amazing. It was great to learn so much about the trees and plants in the forest and staying the night was exciting. It was my favourite part of our 2 weeks in Thailand!

  7. Yi Xian –

    Really friendly guide who did a great job taking care of us during the 2 day hike and cooked really good food too! Really learnt a lot during the hike and even got to take home some cinnamon from the tree bark. Really enjoyed this hike and it’s such a once in a lifetime hike which I won’t forget.

  8. TingChou Lin –

    The two days trekking in Doi Inthanon is the best outdoor experience in my life ! Firstly, I want to recommend the guy “ Jackie Chen” . He is not also good at speaking English but also understand the knowledge of Thai culture, farm skills , insect , animals … it’s too much I can’t write it all. Though I didn’t sleep in the bamboo huts because it’s broken by storm, I still had a wonderful night in home stay . I lived in the traditional house which was built with woods and ate the dinner they cook . It’s very very excellent !!!

    Therefore , the view of top is beautiful. Trekking in the jungle can taste many wild plants and fruits . It’s very fun !!

  9. Lauren Kubik –

    I loved my overnight trek at Doi Inthanon. The group was small and we all trekked at the same pace. The guides were very friendly and informative about the surrounding nature. Staying overnight is definitely worth it. Bring some extra cash for beers and snacks, but the meals are all included. I highly recommend bringing a book as you will have some downtime after your trek on the second day before you head back to Chiang Mai.

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