CHIANG MAI · TREKS
The routes worth the airfare.
The 15 chiang mai treks hikers rate above the rest. A tight shortlist of the routes people finish and immediately start planning to do again, with prices, trail times and the outfitters who run them.
A full-day Chiang Mai 3-in-1: ethical elephant sanctuary, Doi Inthanon peak and pagodas, plus a waterfall trek and hill tribe coffee.
Most Popular“It was a great experience. Everything was quite organized and our tour guide was great! I would recommend this tour to anyone who wants to visit Chiang Mai.”
Two-day Chiang Mai jungle trek with Karen village stay, rescued elephants, and bamboo rafting on the Mae Wang River.
“The guides were special, wonderful personalities. Shout out to Poll, very good guide with his friend.”
Full-day Chiang Mai hike to Doi Inthanon, Pha Dok Siew trail, pagodas, Karen terraces, coffee tasting, and Wachirathan Falls.
“A really wonderful experience today. We were able to experience the waterfalls in all their glories as it was raining. Very beautiful hike but you do need to be a bit fit. Tasty meal at end of hike as well as coffee break”
Private Doi Inthanon day trip from Chiang Mai with waterfalls, a real forest hike, coffee stops, and lunch included in a full 9-hour plan.
“We booked the Doi Inthanon private tour (lunch and trekking included), and while the location was beautiful, our driver and guide, Tong, was the real highlight. From the moment he picked us up, he was incredibly warm and welcoming, immRead more”
One day in Chiang Mai’s Doi Inthanon with pagodas, a jungle waterfall trek, hill-tribe culture, and Wachirathan’s big drop.
“Many unforgettable sights all packed into one day plus some easy trekking. We had good weather too which was lucky! Mint was a great tour guide, very knowledgeable and most importantly, funny!”
Chase wild gibbons on a small-group trek from Chiang Mai to Mae Kampong, with secret jungle plants, waterfall, and village lunch.
“If you like nature, this is the best trip you can take in Chiang Mai. The animals, the plants, and the whole jungle are astonishing! The guide, Nee (sorry if I misspelled the name), is very kind and explains everything with passion and great attention to detail. I highly recommend this excursion!”
Chiang Mai to Doi Inthanon: highest peak, twin pagodas, 2-hour jungle trek, waterfalls, Karen and Hmong stops, lunch included
“Full day tour, very busy, with short stops along the way. Felt a bit rushed at times, with lots of other bus loads of tourists around”
Chiang Mai day trip to Doi Inthanon by AC van: falls, summit walk, King & Queen pagodas, nature trail trek, lunch, village coffee.
“I cannot recommend this tour enough. It will bring you to the most beautiful viewpoints around Chiang Mai, with all entrance fees included. The guide was friendly and spoke very good English. The actual hike is not difficult, but make sure you bring plenty of water!”
Chiang Mai full-day Kerchor Eco Park: gentle elephant feeding, herbal medicine balls, bamboo rafting, and a waterfall hike.
“The transport was very late (aprox 40min) and nobody notified us, so it was stressfull becaise we didn’t know if we were at the right place or if something went wrong and they forgot us.”
See Chiang Dao’s cave galleries and Buddha shrines, then climb Bua Thong Sticky Waterfall on a small-group day trip from Chiang Mai.
“Great trip. We paid extra at the cave for the deeper cave section and enjoyed it. An elderly local carried a lantern and commented on what all the formations looked like which we found amusing. Our guide Chai was great. I appreciated the insight into budism.”
A small-group trek near Chiang Mai with jungle trails, hill tribe village time, and a guided day hike with Thai lunch included.
“Our trek was fascinating. Our guide was very knowledgeable, friendly, patient, and helpful. Highly recommend for a great adventure out in the forest.”
A 1-day Doi Inthanon trip from Chiang Mai with King and Queen pagodas, waterfalls, Karen village, and a 2-hour Pha Dok Siew trek.
“really good trip. i would say the little hike through the national park is the best thing. our guide Jay was really fun and informative. we enjoied it very much!”
Roast and brew coffee on a Karen Hill Tribe trek near Chiang Mai, with 4WD rides, a vegetarian lunch, and take-home beans.
“Where coffee meets community and purpose. Jack and Jeff delivered one of the most inspiring and meaningful tours I’ve ever experienced. This was not just about coffee — it was about people, culture, and the environment. The tour took us Read more”
Two-day Chiang Mai jungle trek with White Karen village, waterfall swims, overnight in a village cottage, and campfire stargazing.
“This was amazing, such a great experience I loved all of it. The hike, the food, the accommodation, sunrise and sunset were stunning. And the guides delightful. It’s a 12km hike and a 9km hike so you do need some level of fitness. It’s not a fast walk and plenty of breaks. Lots of swimming…”
One Chiang Mai day with **ATV riding**, Maetang River **white-water rafting**, and a waterfall hike with hotel pickup.
“The tour was well put together and Tony was very friendly. Even though I was the only one of the group who registered for the ATV ride they made that possible and I had very good time!”
Every great trekking region, and the routes worth walking in each.
