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Natural Attractions
The countryside in
Chiang Mai province is where the real beauty lies. The rolling hills
around Chiang Mai are covered with jungle. Scenic mountain streams in
the area also give classic scenery for many resorts.
Baankwai Thai Maerim (Rural life of Thai Farming)
Chiangmai-Fang Rd, Rimhnua Maerin, Chiang Mai.
Managing Director, Boonying Nadee, Tel. 66 53 302628
 It's a tourist destination with a
difference. The only of its kind, the camp aims at showcasing the lifestyle of the Lanna or Northern Thai
people. A mock village fully equipment with houshold utensils, a burn, a
haystack, a water wheel and paddy fields as far as the eye can see.
 The camp is open to tourists who wish to see the preservation of an unique way of live.
The main feature attraction though are the buffaloes. They are now rare to find in Thailand. Narrative are giving in
English.
Elephant trainings camp
The centre is located about 30 km from town, about 10 km along the Mae Rim-Samoeng route. Every morning between 09:00 and 11:00 the trained pachyderms show off their forestry skills which were once so highly valued. Visitors are given the chance to traverse through the jungle on the massive beasts, for about 2 hours, after the show has finished.
Entrance to the camp is 80 Baht, with the jungle tour 250 Baht per person.
Doi Inthanon National Park
Doi Inthanon is the highest mountain in Thailand, 2,599 meters above
sea level. The foothill of Doi Inthanon is about 70 kilometers south
of Chiang Mai. On the way up the mountain are the popular Mae Klang
Waterfalls, a favorite picnic spot of Chiang Mai. Doi Inthanon is in
the area of three districts: Chom Thong, Mae Cham and Sun Patong,
which covers 1,005 square kilometers. On the road up to Doi Inthanon,
there are many look-out spots with beautiful views.
Ob Luang Monument Gorge
The gorge is located on the Chiang Mai-Mae Sariang Road, 88 kilometers
from the city. The gorge is a spectacular boulder formation, it looks
like the mountain has been split in to two halves a with stream
flowing through the middle. Around the gorge is a teak forest.
Doi Ang Khang
Is located about 13 kilometers from the city of Chiang Mai on Chiang
Mai-Fang road. It is the demonstration site for the planting of the
cool climate vegetables and flowers. The project is under the
Patronage of His Majesty the King.
Mae Sa Valley
Is located north of the city. The waterfall here is beautiful and the
valley also features an elephant training camp. The natural beauty of
this area has led to the building of many resorts. Also in this area
are two beautiful orchid farms.
Chiang Dao Cave
The cave is located in Chiang Dao district, about 72 kilometers north
of the city of Chiang Mai.
This complex of interconnecting caves that cut into Doi Chang Dao is
located 5km west of Route 107, about 70 km north of Chiang Mai,
heading towards Tha Ton and Fang.
The caves are believed to stretch for many kilometres into the
limestone rock, although only a small part of the complex is possible
to explore. They contain many Buddha and hermit images.
Ban Tawai
At one time the forests of northern Thailand were teeming
with hardwood trees, especially teak. This abundance ultimately led to
the use of the material in the arts and crafts produced by the
populace.
Throughout the centuries the skills of the craftsmen were passed to
future generations. The village of Ban Tawai, close to the town of
Hang dong, is a well known centre that has specialised in the
preservation of the skills of wood carving. The crafted products are
now spread around the world with the establishment of export companies
in the village.
Mae Rim Orchid Farm
This orchid farm is situated on highway 1096, about 7 km from
town. The vast array of the colourful plants, along with information
on them, are on display. The change in the environment for the plants
has led to the need of the nurseries to be established. Through the
careful work of the nurseries, some of the rarer varieties that became
almost extinct have been nurtured to continue the line. The technical
mastery of the nurseries have also led to new species of hybrid
orchids.
Thaton
The scenic town of Thaton is situated in Mae Ai district of
Chiang Mai province, close to the border with Myanmar. Thaton lies on
the Mae Kok, set in the fertile Fang Valley.
The area offers plenty of trekking and cycling opportunities for
visitors to enjoy. The mighty Mae Kok river itself is a great source
of adventure for everybody to enjoy: from white water rafting in the
rainy season to more leisurely paced drifting during the dry months.
Accommodation at Thaton is not restricted to, but consists mainly of
bamboo house-boats. Many of these offer three day river trips along
the Mae Kok, visiting hill-tribe villages and hot springs, before
arriving in Chiang Rai.
Fang
Hot Spring
Is located in Fang district, 63 kilometers north of Chiang Mai.
There are about 50 hot springs. Three of them are boiling continuously
and water is hot enough to boil eggs.
Sang
Kamphaeng Hot Spring
Is located 23 kilometers from San Kamphaeng district. The spring is
among the beautiful scenery of the green mountain ranges and trees.
Soaking in the hot mineral water is considered to be good for your
health!
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