Discover the mountainous landscape and sights of Pai! Once known as a quiet mountain village and hippie commune, today's small town is next to Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai one of the most popular travel destinations in the north of Thailand and a very popular place for expats. With a population of just 2,500, it attracts over 220,000 visitors to the charming northern region every year. In Pai you can enjoy the colorful Walking Street stroll, admire the impressive Pai Canyon walk along, to the Big Buddha hike up, the rice fields under the Kho Ku So Bamboo Bridge explore or at the Chinese Viewpoint Yun Lai enjoy a wonderful panoramic view over Pai!
All Highlights
All highlights in Pai
Pai My Guest Resort
The Pai My Guest Resort is a secluded accommodation near the rice fields! The accommodation is a 20-minute walk from the center of Pai (Walking Street). On the one hand, it offers a quiet place to stay and at the same time you are close to the hustle and bustle of the small, lively town center of Pai. Even the way to the resort is impressive with walking paths through the wide, idyllic rice fields, where you can watch Thai rice farmers at work....
Big Buddha Pai
The Big Buddha of Pai is an impressive Buddha statue that belongs to the Wat Phra That Mae Yen temple complex and was built on a hill outside of Pai. There is free parking on site and admission is also free. Donations for the preservation of the temple are appreciated but not required. From the parking lot, a steep staircase with over 300 steps leads up to the Big Buddha. In addition to the cultural insight, the excursion destination also offers a fantastic view of the...
Kho Ku So Bamboo Bridge
The Kho Ku So Bamboo Bridge is a popular excursion destination near Pai, around 30 minutes by scooter from the center. The approximately 1 kilometer long bridge runs over idyllic rice fields and provides an interesting insight into the daily work of the local rice farmers. The bridge construction consists of woven bamboo material supported on natural wooden pillars....
Yun Lai Viewpoint
The beautiful Yun Lai Viewpoint is located at 770 meters in the tranquil mountain landscape of Pai. Translated, this means „the clouds are coming“, which in Chinese is associated with good luck and positive energy. The drive up to the viewpoint takes around 15 minutes from the city center and takes you through the Chinese Yunnan village of Santichon Village - this is also the origin of the viewpoint, which is adorned with striking Chinese decorations in red and gold. At...
Pai Canyon
The Pai Canyon is a fascinating natural spectacle in the north of Thailand! Who would have thought that this country has such deep canyons? It may not be quite as spectacular as the Grand Canyon in the USA, but the comparatively small Pai Canyon is absolutely worth seeing and always worth a visit if you are in the charming mountain region! The canyon, which locals refer to as Kong Lan, has been formed over several centuries by natural...
Journey to Pai
The small town of Pai in the north of Thailand is only by land accessible. There is no train or flight connection. The quickest and easiest way would therefore be to take a direct flight from Bangkok to Chiang Mai and from there continue by minivan to Pai. Buses and minivans run daily from the "Arcade Bus Terminal" in Chiang Mai to Pai in around 3-4 hours - you can also book these spontaneously on the spot. If you're feeling adventurous, you can also drive the route along the winding Highway 1095 by rental car, scooter or motorcycle. The roads in the north are beautiful, but very winding, which is why caution is advised, especially on a scooter. You can also find all travel connections on 12go.asiaª.
Excursions in Pai
The small town of Pai may not be very big, but it has a lot to offer! Surrounded by a beautiful mountain landscape, you can visit the Pai Canyon, enjoy the panoramic view from the Yun Lai Viewpoint, hike up to the Big Buddha or explore the golden rice fields under the Kho Ku So Bamboo Bridge. The best street food can be found in the evening on Walking Street in the middle of Pai. You can also book all tickets and activities conveniently online via GetYourGuideª, Viatorª or Klookª.
