The What’s Up Guide to Visiting the District of Chiang Dao

An easy trip north of Chiang Mai by road, Chiang Dao district is a well-preserved rural location featuring majestic limestone peaks, dense forest and emerald green rice-paddies. The natural environment of Chiang Dao is a firm favourite with Chiang Mai adventure tour operators. The range of activities available includes trekking, bamboo and white water rafting, ATV riding and elephant riding. Guesthouses and resorts in Chiang Dao will happily arrange for their guests to join activity tours or set up private ones.

Elephant camps, access to three national parks , a unique cave complex, hill tribe villages, temples and wandering around traditional markets ensure trips to Chiang Dao do not disappoint when out sightseeing. Tour operators in Chiang Mai offer single and multi-day tours to Chiang Dao with itineraries tailored to the participants’ wish lists. Chiang Dao’s continually expanding portfolio of accommodation choices means those who wish to spend more time in one of Thailand’s last frontiers can do so in comfort and with all the conveniences of home.