>> 1/2 Day - Pai most attractive spots & Elephant ride - Ref: Pe-0.5

Discover by car the most interesting places around Pai (Waterfall, Hill tribe villages, Hot springs), sharing our knowledge about the local history, geology, ethnology... and enjoy an unforgettable elephant ride !

½ Day:
We will meet in your hotel at 1.30 pm and drive to the main local waterfall, also the water-supply and the fruit garden of the city; there you can take a bath. On the way, as we will pass by a Chinese village, a Lisu, and then a Lahu hill tribe village, we will comment about the origins and traditions of these people.
Crossing to the other side of the valley, we will drive through Shan villages and reach the temple on the hill, one of the famous viewpoints of the valley, an occasion to get some talks about Buddhism.
Then we will drive few more kilometres to discover the hot spring area and explain this geological phenomenon.
Now, It will be time for an elephant ride (1h30mn); the most hilarious in your life if you choose to go and play in the river with your mighty friend! If you prefer to keep dry, you will experience the climbing skills and the amazing balance of these pachyderms.
On the way back to Pai, we will stop at the Pai Canyon for a sunset view over the valley; then we will drive back to your hotel.

• includes: Includes all service and drinking water.
• Packing list: Sun glasses, hat, sunscreen lotion, towel and dry change. Camera.

>> 1/2 Day - A mountain bike ride to Hot Springs - Ref: Pm-0.5

A beautiful and easy 20 km ride along the Pai valley to hot springs, with car assistance and great quality bikes. (Optional elephant ride)

½ Day:
At 1.30 pm we will bring the bikes to your hotel.
After a quick adjustment on the saddles, the guide will start to lead the trip down the left bank of the Pai river, passing by Shan villages and paddy fields. Arriving at the elephant camps, you might enjoy a ride in the river or in the hills, on one of these pachyderms.(Option)
Then, we will visit the hot springs area; time for our pick-up truck assistance to provide us with fresh water, fruits and snacks, so we can pedal further to the historic "second world war Japanese bridge"
We will prefer to cross the Pai river safely over the new bridge and pedal up to the "Pai Canyon" for a take-breathing view on the valley; then we will plunge down hill and paddle gently back to Pai along the right bank of the river.
Back to your hotel for a refreshing shower we suggest you to get a Thai traditional massage(Option) to get your muscles ready for the next day...

• Doesn't include Options (Elephant ride & massage)
• Packing list: short pants, sport shoes, cap, sunglasses, sunscreen lotion, 1 towel, and camera.

>> 1 Day - Pai spots, Elephant ride & river trip - Ref: PBE-1

You will discover the most attractive places around Pai (view points, hot-springs, waterfall, hill tribe villages...) with interesting information about geology, history, ethnology; enjoy also a river trip and elephant ride.

1 Day:
Be ready to leave your hotel at 9.30am, dressed with short pants, T-shirt and sandals. We will drive 6 kms on top of the Pai river to reach the boat put in point. There, after putting your lifejacket on, a guide will help you to paddle safely back to Pai along villages and farming areas. Ending up in Pai, the car will take you to your hotel to get dry clothes; then, it will be time to enjoy a delicious meal and relax in our panoramic restaurant.
At 1pm we will drive to the main local waterfall, also the water supply and fruit garden of the city,. On the way we will pass by a Kuo Min Tang village, a Lisu, and then a Lahu hill tribe village, an occasion to talk about origins and traditions of these people. You will have time to take a swim and relax at the waterfall.
Crossing to the other side of the valley, we will drive through small Shan villages and reach the Temple on the Hill where you can learn about Buddhism and get a nice view over Pai.
Then we will drive few more kilometres to discover the hot spring and explain the geological process. In the lower part of the stream, as the water get cooler, you can also go for a dip.
Now, It might be time for an elephant ride; the most hilarious in your life if you choose to play in the river with your mighty friend! If you prefer to keep dry, you will experience the climbing skills and the amazing balance of these pachyderms.
On the way back to Pai, according to time, we can visit the Karen community handicraft centre and stop at the Pai Canyon for a sunset view over the lower Pai valley; then we will drive back to your hotel.
We suggest you to get a relaxing Thai massage before dinner.

• Includes all services
• Packing list: Sport shoes, cap, sun glasses and sunscreen lotion, 1 towel, camera.
• Maximum: 10 people per group.

>> 1 Day - Trails & Hill tribes. Pai to Mae Hong Son - Ref: WH-1

From Pai to Mae Hong Son: 110 km of the most scenic mountain road ; you will discover Hill tribe & Long Necks villages, cave, waterfall, Mae Hong Son the romantic Shan city...

1 Day:
We will start from your hotel at 8 am, driving one hour on a beautiful mountain road to reach our first stop and meet with the Lisu hill tribe people. Then, we will drive on a scenic crest trail to pay a visit to a Black Lahu village and a cave, nearby the Burmese border.
Getting close to Mae Hong Son, we will stop and walk to the mysterious "Fish cave"; further up we will discover the majestic "Tiger waterfall".
We will reach Mae Hong Son for lunch, time to taste the local cuisine and relax by the lake, in front of the romantic Shan(*) style temple.
The first excursion in the afternoon will take us to the Karen long necks village, occasion for an interesting visit and a short talk about the refugees' situation along this border.
Back to Mae Hong Son, we will walk through the provincial market to detail the local food products and handicraft, then drive to the temple on the hill to get the most peaceful balcony view over the Shan city.
Then you can choose to fly back to Chiangmai at 5pm (35mn flight), to spend one night in the romantic city of Mae Hong Son or to drive back to Pai in 2 hours.
(*) Ethnic group and original population of Mae Hong Son. The Shan state is located in Myanmar.

• Includes all service and entrance fee
• Doesn't include air ticket
• Packing list: Sport shoes, cap, sun glasses and sunscreen lotion, 1 towel, camera.
• Maximum: 9 pers.