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The ones worth your time.
The 15 national parks tours travellers book most, with what each one includes, who runs it, and what you pay.
A 9-hour Chiang Mai day trip to Doi Inthanon’s highest peak, twin pagodas, a hill-tribe coffee stop, and Wachirathan Waterfall.
“Guide (Jackie) was excellent and explained everything”
Small-group day trip from Bangkok to Khao Yai. Hike Nong Phak Chi, see Haew Suwat and Haew Narok waterfalls, wildlife chances.
“Very good and and nice atmosphere with the group and instructor”
One day in Chiang Mai’s Doi Inthanon National Park: pagodas, a jungle waterfall trek, hill-tribe stops, and Wachirathan Falls.
“A great day packed full of activities and stops along the way. Our guide was excellent and very friendly and the driver was also fantastic.”
A small-group Chiang Mai day trip to Doi Inthanon: waterfalls, Thailand’s highest point, Karen village lunch, and twin pagodas.
“trip was very good value for money considering how long it was and what we got to see. our guide was great (can’t remember her name). loved going to the farming village and the waterfalls. would recommend.”
Ride from Chiang Mai to Doi Inthanon, tour rainforest trails and royal pagodas, eat included Thai lunch, and end at Vachiratharn Waterfall.
“We liked this tour very much. Our guide "Bee" has explained everything with much detail and spread a very pleasant cheerful atmosphere. The tour goes through beautiful places in nature and temple and even lunch was excellent. Originally we were interested in a cheaper tour on GetYourGuide, but it was already fully booked. While looking…”
Small-group full day to Doi Inthanon with a guide, waterfalls, royal stupas, a hill-tribe village visit, and hotel pickup for about $43.
“Del was very informative not only about the area but also about crops and plants. Took very good care of my friend due to age. He made the day very pleasurable. Doi Inthanon, waterfall and stupas fantastic. The driver was great (sorry can’t remember name), felt very safe with his driving skill.”
Small-group day trip from Chiang Mai to Doi Inthanon: summit views, royal twin stupas, Hmong market, Karen coffee, waterfall, lunch.
“Super knowledgeable guide, delicious lunch, and good balance between activities chosen”
Full-day Doi Inthanon adventure with a guided 2-hour trek, royal pagodas, Karen and Hmong stops, plus waterfalls and lunch from Chiang Mai.
“The tour itself was immaculately organised from start to finish. Our tour guide New was amazing, and very insightful into the national park, and twin pagodas. She was very helpful and ensured we all had an amazing experience. I couldn't have asked for a better tour guide, as well as the tour itself showcasing the…”
Small-group day trip from Chiang Mai to Doi Inthanon: falls, summit, king & queen pagodas, seasonal nature trek, lunch, entry fees.
“We were with Wendy's tours. Our guide and driver were great. Everything was timed out perfectly. Stopped at a very nice waterfall on the way. Went to the "highest point in Thailand" which is a short trail, separate from the 2 hour hike. Research what the hike is before doing it. It was nice and…”
Ethical 90-minute tour at Phuket Elephant Nature Reserve: meet rescued elephants, help prep food, learn their stories, and observe calmly.
“Very impressed by how they take care of the elephants! Everything is in favor for them to have the best lifestyle. Thank you so much, we learned a lot and we are so grateful for this tour!”
Jungle treehouse sleep, elephant bathing, canoe paddling, and longtail boat views on Cheow Lan Lake. A 32-hour Khao Sok overnight.
“Aris was our tour guide and she did such a great job! Such a nice and enthusiastic guide who truly enjoys being out in nature and showing tourists like us around. Khao Sok national park is so beautiful, highly recommend! The room was also great.”
A tough hike into Doi Suthep, then a fast downhill bike ride to Huai Tueng Thao Lake, with meals, gear, and hotel pickup.
“Absolutely exhilarating! DO NOT UNDERESTIMATE THE HIKE! We had marathon runners in our group that were struggling at times, especially after the waterfall. Also, please have some level of experience mountain biking. While categorized as beginner by the company, the trail is definitely in between beginner and intermediate and we saw several folks wipe out…”
Hard-jungle trek in Doi Suthep National Park: monk trails, Doi Pui village, 180° views, lunch, and small-group guides.
“It was a perfect tough hike straight up the mountain through the jungle. You sweat a lot, you walk through parts of the river, you get attacked by mosquitoes and you learn a lot from the funny guide. The pace was good and it got us up to the little restaurant on time. The guide…”
Steep jungle hike and 14 km downhill mountain biking from Doi Suthep area to a lakeside swim at Huay Tueng Tao.
“This was by far my favourite activity I did while in Thailand. Our guide A was amazing full of jokes and showed us many different things as we cycled and hiked. You need a decent level of fitness to have fun and participate.”
Wild elephant safari in Kui Buri National Park from Hua Hin with 4x4 viewing, Thai dinner, and an English guide.
“Simply seeing the elephants in their natural habitat and observing from afar. We felt respectful of and safe from them. We spotted a family of 3 hidden among the trees, and one solo who was partially visible, eating. Quite a few bulls and oxen, and a couple of hornbills. Beautiful national park, wonderful experience of…”
