About Doi Inthanon

An ultimate destination to make your trip a memorable one, Doi Inthanon, is known to be a paradise of  Chiang Mai. It is about 70 kilometers to the southwest direction of Chiang Mai. The highest peak of Doi Inthanon is also mentioned as the “Roof of Thailand” as it is about 2.5 kilometers above sea level. The highest altitude keeps this place always cool and sometimes makes it reach the freezing point and even low temperatures. Inthawichayanon was the last king who maintained the forest and wanted to preserve it all the time. Hence this place was named Doi Inthanon in the memory of their king. Flora makes it look more beautiful with evergreen pine trees and deciduous trees all around. Some wild mammals are still there, and they can be seen when you go for trails.
Waterfalls welcome the visitors at various steps to give a chilling experience. Famous among them is the Kew Mae Pan waterfall. Another awe-inspiring dual-streaming waterfall is Wachirathan. Some trails offer more relaxation when you walk around just for 15 to 20 minutes, inhaling the pure and fresh air. At the highest point of Doi Inthanon, two Royal pagodas named Naphamethinidon and Naphaphonphumisiri can also be seen. They were built to memorialize the 60th birthday of King and Queen of Thailand. The pagodas are all surrounded by beautiful gardens where the visitors can spend quality time. To make the trip a more enjoyable experience, visiting the nearby tribal community is a great idea. Being there, you can also experience the taste of locally grown coffee by the residents.

Must See

  • Highest point or the Roof of Thailand
  • Angkha, an extremely calm trail
  • Pagodas and the beautiful gardens
  • Wachirathan Waterfall
     

How to reach

The nearest city centre is Chom Thong, Chiang Mai Province, Thailand which is situated at a distance of 26.2 kilometres from the place. You can commute by either of these modes:

Taxi: Taxi takes 30 minutes to reach the destination and the fare ranges from 370 to 450 Baht

Drive: You can also drive to the destination and the fuel cost will range from 80 to 120 Baht

Tips

  • Start early in the morning to enjoy and complete the trip
  • The climate is unpredictable here. Best time to visit this place is between November and February
  • Carry raincoats with you always and wear waterproof shoes 
  • It is recommended to hire a taxi instead of choosing a personal vehicle as this path requires skilled driving
  • It is better to pack a bag of snacks and water for the trip as this place doesn’t have many places to eat
  • Pack clothes that keep you warmer as the temperature will be cold most of the time
  • Carry swimming suits if you plan for a bath in the waterfall
  • Carry flashlights to go for a trek in the evening
  • The trials are closed from June to October for restoration purposes. Plan accordingly
     

Visit Time

Sunday:             Open 24 hours 
Monday:             Open 24 hours
Tuesday:            Open 24 hours
Wednesday:       Open 24 hours
Thursday:           Open 24 hours 
Friday:                Open 24 hours
Saturday:            Open 24 hours 

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Waiting Time

No

 

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Entrance Fee

Yes

children :150 THB

Adults: 300 THB

 50 THB for citizens of Thai and English teachers of Thai

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Time you can spend

5 to 7 hours

 

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Weather

Clear Sky 23.22°C

 

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