Costs
Free of charge
Opening hours
Open access (all day)
Pa Pong Piang rice terraces
The Pa Pong Piang rice terraces are located in the Doi Inthanon National Park and are among the most impressive photo spots around Chiang Mai. Rice terraces that nestle against the mountain slopes like waves await you here. The view of the surrounding mountain landscape is particularly beautiful during the rainy season from June to October. You can easily walk through the small village, but as the rice terraces are privately owned, you should not enter the fields without permission. If you want to arrive relaxed, experience the fields up close and learn more about the life of the farmers, we recommend a guided tour.
Costs
In principle, a visit to the village of Pa Pong Piang is free of charge. However, if you are traveling from Chiang Mai by car or motorcycle, you will have to drive through Doi Inthanon National Park. There is an entrance fee to enter or drive through the national park. An adult with a car pays a total of 330 THB. However, the ticket is valid for several days and gives you access to all the attractions in the national park.
Arrival
You can get to the Pa Pong Piang rice terraces by car or scooter. However, there are very few parking facilities in the village itself and there are no public toilets. If you come from Mae Chaem via road 1192, you save the ticket price for the national park as you don't have to pass through a checkpoint. However, if you are traveling from Chiang Mai or Chom Thong, the route leads through Doi Inthanon National Park. There is an entrance fee to the park and you have to buy your ticket after CheckPoint 1. After CheckPoint 2, turn left - from here it is a steep, winding but asphalted road down to the small mountain village.
Overnight stay
There is a small campsite in Pa Pong Piang as well as simple huts, most of which have no electricity or running water. Tourism is still pleasantly limited here, which adds to the charm of the place - however, it can make booking accommodation a little more complicated. It is easier if you book accommodation in advance in Chiang Mai or Chom Thong and is planning a day trip to the national park.
Guided tours
For stress-free planning, we recommend that you book a guided tour lasting several days including overnight stay via GetYourGuideª or Klookª to book. Not only will you discover the most beautiful photo spots, but you will also gain exciting insights into traditional rice cultivation.
Places of interest in the vicinity
Map
More Doi Inthanon highlights
Kew Mae Pan Nature Trail
The Kew Mae Pan Nature Trail offers one of the most beautiful hikes in northern Thailand and runs along the highest mountain in the country: Doi Inthanon (2,565 m). The view of the famous twin pagodas, which were built in honor of the Thai royal couple, is particularly impressive. The trail leads through mist-shrouded mountain forest, past moss-covered trees and spectacular viewpoints with views over the lush green highlands. Early in the morning, there is often still fog over the valley, which makes the atmosphere particularly mystical. The route is around 3 kilometers long and ideal for nature lovers who want to experience Thailand's mountains up close.
Mae Klang Waterfall
Mae Klang Waterfall is an impressive waterfall in northern Thailand, located at the foot of the famous Doi Inthanon - before the official entrance to the national park. It is therefore free to visit and ideal for anyone who wants to enjoy a beautiful nature experience without paying an entrance fee. The waterfall cascades down around 30 meters and is a spectacular sight, especially during the rainy season. An easily accessible path leads you directly to the foot of the waterfall, where you can relax, take photos or simply enjoy the fresh air. Small snack stands and sanitary facilities are also available. Mae Klang is a perfect stopover on the way to Doi Inthanon - quiet, idyllic and easily accessible.
Wachirathan waterfall
The Wachirathan Waterfall is a real crowd-puller in Doi Inthanon National Park. The impressive drop of over 80 meters, combined with the fresh breeze of the water mist, makes for an unforgettable nature experience. Not far from the parking lot, the waterfall is easily accessible via a well-maintained path. The viewing platform is also well developed. The surrounding area is characterized by lush green rainforest, moss-covered rocks and exotic flora - perfect for a short walk in the midst of nature.
Pa Pong Piang rice terraces
The Pa Pong Piang rice terraces are located in Doi Inthanon National Park and are one of the most impressive photo spots around Chiang Mai. Rice terraces that nestle against the mountain slopes like waves await you here. The view of the surrounding mountain landscape is particularly beautiful during the rainy season from June to October. It is easy to walk through the small village, but as the rice terraces are privately owned, you should not enter the fields without permission. If you want to arrive relaxed, experience the fields up close and learn more about the life of the farmers, we recommend a guided tour.
Grand Pagoda Twin Pagodas
The twin pagodas Phra Mahathat Naphamethanidon & Grand Pagoda Nabhapolbhumisiri are among the most famous sights in Doi Inthanon National Park. The two magnificent stupas were built in honor of the Thai royal couple King Rama IX and Queen Sirikit and are enthroned on one of the highest points in the entire country. They are surrounded by a fascinating mountain landscape and colorful, elaborate flower gardens that bloom all year round. The atmosphere here is particularly magical in the early hours of the morning, when the mist settles over the mountains!
