The 15 Best Treks & Jungle Walks in Thailand

3-in-1: Doi Inthanon Tour, Elephant Sanctuary, and Trekking Trail

1.3-in-1: Doi Inthanon Tour, Elephant Sanctuary, and Trekking Trail

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,087 reviews · from $48Our pick

See rescued elephants, Thailand’s highest peak, royal pagodas, jungle trails, waterfalls, lunch, and local coffee on one long Chiang Mai day.

“We had an amazing adventure! Our guide was wonderful. We really enjoyed each part of this tour. The elephant sanctuary was so much fun. Walking with the elephants and their minders and getting g to feed them was very cool. The hike through the forest to the village was just magical. We were very lucky to have great weather and met some really nice people in our group. We loved this day.”

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Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon Trip with Pha Dok Siew Guided Trek

2.Doi Inthanon Trip with Pha Dok Siew Guided Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 910 reviews · 1 day

Explore Doi Inthanon from Chiang Mai with pagodas, waterfalls, Karen village lunch, coffee tasting, and a guided Pha Dok Siew trek.

“The day trip has really matched/exceeded my expectations. I enjoyed the beautiful mountain views, the rice fields,... Many thanks to the guide 'Ko Han'!”

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Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon Park with Kew Mae Pan Hike Day Trip

3.Doi Inthanon Park with Kew Mae Pan Hike Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 841 reviews · 11 hours · from $62

Hike Thailand’s highest mountain, visit royal pagodas, a Hmong village, and Wachirathan Waterfall on an 11-hour Chiang Mai day trip.

“This is a great trip and good value for money. Our guide Wanida was the highlight. She was very engaging and informative of the history of the area.”

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Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon Park and Pha Dok Siew Trail Trek

4.Doi Inthanon Park and Pha Dok Siew Trail Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 752 reviews · 1 day · from $61

Reach Thailand’s highest peak, hike Pha Dok Siew Trail, visit hill villages, taste local coffee, and see Wachirathan Waterfall from Chiang Mai.

“Everything went well... Picked up on time and enjoyed the trip..”

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Chiang Mai – Doi Suthep Temple & Wat Pha Lat Hike

5.Doi Suthep Temple & Wat Pha Lat Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 740 reviews · 4 hours · from $25Best value

Hike to Wat Pha Lat, visit golden Doi Suthep, and choose sunrise or sunset views on a four-hour Chiang Mai temple tour.

“This tour was lovely. The drive up to Doi Suthep was brilliant in our Red Van, lots of switchbacks, and views of Chiang Mai, en route. Our guide, Bright, helped to understand the symbolism in the carvings etc. at the Temples, and talked to us about some aspects of Buddhism as well, which was interesting to know. We were part of a group of 6, just right. We had a 2-3 km through the woodlands, past old temples and water falls. Great half day with Bright.”

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Chiang Mai – Doi Suthep Temple & Wat Pha Lat Hike

6.Doi Suthep Temple & Wat Pha Lat Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 657 reviews · from $26

Hike Chiang Mai’s Monk’s Trail to Wat Pha Lat, then visit golden Doi Suthep with a guide, sunrise option, and local red-truck transport.

“Katie was great fun and very informative!! I recommend this tour. The temple was beautiful as was the hike. Bring good shoes though, the terrain is a bit rough.”

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Doi Inthanon Private Tour with Trek & Lunch from Chiang Mai

7.Doi Inthanon Private Tour with Trek & Lunch from Chiang Mai

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 622 reviews · from $135

Review of a private Doi Inthanon day trip from Chiang Mai with waterfalls, hiking, Karen village coffee, Twin Pagodas, and lunch.

“Fun experience, our guide Tong was knowledgeable and friendly and the mountain trek was a nice break from the city heat. Lunch was really good!”

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Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon National Park and Pha Dok Siew Trek

8.Doi Inthanon National Park and Pha Dok Siew Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 527 reviews · 1 day · from $39

Explore Doi Inthanon from Chiang Mai with a gentle jungle trek, Karen village visit, coffee tasting, pagodas, waterfalls, and lunch.

“This was one of the best day trips I have ever taken. We visited many amazing places in one day and the walk through the rainforest was a breathtaking experience despite the heavy rain. The lunch and transportation were excellent. Finally, I must commend the guide who was very informative, entertaining and made the trip absolutely flawless.”

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Khao Sok: Private Waterfalls and Wildlife Half-Day Trek

9.Private Waterfalls and Wildlife Half-Day Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 337 reviews · 4 hours · from $48

Explore Khao Sok with a wildlife guide, rainforest trek, and swims at two waterfalls, with hotel transfers, park fees, and flexible booking.

“June and I did a trip together and she was pointing out lots of wildlife that other guides were missing She is very knowledgeable and she made the experience very enjoyable”

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Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon Hiking & Elephant Sanctuary Program

10.Doi Inthanon Hiking & Elephant Sanctuary Program

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 324 reviews · 12 hours · from $56

Spend 12 hours with rescued elephants, Doi Inthanon’s pagodas, waterfalls, rice terraces, and Karen coffee country from Chiang Mai.

“This tour was SO worth it! Jon was very knowledgeable and fun to hang out with. We all loved the activities and the lunch. Definitely a huge highlight of our trip. Thank you!! 🙂”

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Chiang Mai Doi Suthep Temple and Wat Pha Lat Hike

11.Chiang Mai Doi Suthep Temple and Wat Pha Lat Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 299 reviews · from $26

Hike Chiang Mai’s Monk’s Trail to Wat Pha Lat, then visit golden Doi Suthep by local songthaew with an English-speaking guide.

“Some strenuous walking involved. A magnificent experience with a knowledgeable friendly guide steeped in local Buddhist history and Buddhist precepts. He was a former monk. Recommend wearing a face mask in the red truck to avoid gas fumes. Five in our group.”

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Doi inthanon National Park + 2Hour Fantastic Trekking with Lunch

12.Doi inthanon National Park + 2Hour Fantastic Trekking with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 233 reviews · from $50

Review of a Doi Inthanon day tour with a two-hour trek, royal pagodas, Karen village, Hmong market, lunch, and Wachirathan Falls.

“It was fantastic. Dada and Dan were great. Would recommend to anyone. The hike was beautiful and easy.”

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Doi Inthanon National Park with Nature Trail Trekking 1-Day Tour

13.Doi Inthanon National Park with Nature Trail Trekking 1-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 230 reviews · from $47

Explore Thailand’s highest peak, waterfalls, twin pagodas, hill-tribe villages, and a moderate nature trek on this full-day Chiang Mai tour.

“What a hike but we had a great guide who made sure I didn’t get left behind. Foggy day so you couldn’t see most of the view from the top but it was still a good trip. Seeing the pagodas and the amazing gardens and was a treat.”

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Chiang Mai: Full-Day Kerchor Elephant Eco Park Tour & Trek

14.Full-Day Kerchor Elephant Eco Park Tour & Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 224 reviews · 8 hours · from $57

Spend a full day feeding and bathing elephants, making herbal medicine, hiking to a waterfall, and rafting near Chiang Mai.

“This was a wonderful day playing outside with elephants, rafting the river and hiking to the waterfall. The time with the elephants is extensive, first learning about them, then feeding them, walking with them, taking lots of photos and finally swimming with them. Kerchor is very respectful of the animals and they do not give rides. The elephants give kisses and hugs with their trunks, who knew? This was a highlight and sweet surprise! The raft guides did very well navigating rapids and muddy waters. Prepare to sit and get wet on the long bamboo rafts. We are kayakers, but this was a unique experience, and we were glad to…”

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From Chiang Mai: Doi Saket Hiking Tour with Lunch

15.Doi Saket Hiking Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 211 reviews · 1 day · from $57

Escape Chiang Mai for a demanding Doi Saket jungle hike with local guides, a waterfall swim, forest lunch, village life, and wild herbs.

“wonderful experience! it's a must do at least once in a lifetime. jungle is amazing. the tour was well organized with a lunch included in the middle of the jungle. good English speaker. you will meet and see how people live in the jungle and how they protect it. the hike is medium level, you will get tired a little bit, but I think almost anybody can do it. make sure to have shoes for forest travel! with a little bit of luck you will see monkeys and gibbons. if you come in June you can eat the fruits monkeys eat in the heart of the jungle.”

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