Cover picture: Yun Lai Viewpoint
Free parking directly at the viewpoint (the lower parking lot at the garden is chargeable!)
The Chinese decorations already adorn the entrance up to the viewpoint
The entrance fee is only 20 baht per person
Welcome to Yun Lai Viewpoint!
The view of the mountains is phenomenal!
A view of the valley, surrounded by green nature
Yun Lai translates as "the clouds are coming" - literally!
There is a souvenir store and a small café on site
and sufficient seating ...
... with a breathtaking panoramic view!
Camping with an exclusive mountain panorama at sunrise is also possible here!
Further up, a pine tree stands alone in a large, wide meadow
Colorful heart-shaped talismans decorate the entire tree
below the viewpoint, the "Muenli" restaurant serves traditional Chinese food
View of the magnificent flower gardens opposite the restaurant
The gardens from a different angle. At the top are small pavilions with relaxation nets.
If you want to visit the gardens, you have to pay 30 baht per person
At sunset, the viewpoint showed itself to us in a completely different light!
This crazy swing (or rather Ferris wheel?) can be used by 8 people at the same time! (However, it also requires several people on the ground to push the swing)
We hope the pictures have inspired you to visit the Yun Lai Viewpoint yourself soon!
Costs
20 THB p.p.
(≈ 0.53 EUR)
Opening hours
Daily 05:00 - 20:00
Yun Lai Viewpoint
In the tranquil mountain landscape of Pai, at around 770 meters, is the beautiful Yun Lai Viewpoint. Translated, this means "the clouds are coming", which in Chinese is associated with positive energy and good luck. From the city center, the drive up to the viewpoint takes about 15 minutes and takes you through the Chinese Yunnan village Santichon Village - This is also the origin of the viewpoint, which is decorated in striking Chinese style. A small fee of 20 baht per person is charged on arrival at the viewpoint. Parking is free (note: be sure to drive up the steep road as there is a charge at the lower parking lot).
In addition to the breathtaking panoramic view of Pai, the spacious area also offers a small café and a traditional Chinese restaurant. In the center of the square is a magnificent pine tree with dozens of heart-shaped lucky charms attached to it. You can buy the colorful talismans on site and immortalize a wish, a word of gratitude or your love for your partner. Below the viewpoint, there is also a small paradise with beautifully manicured flower gardens, a swimming pool and plenty of opportunities to relax. Although the place belongs to a local hotel, you can also come here as a day visitor for a fee of 100 baht to relax in the mountains of Pai.
Tip:Another highlight is the campsite at Yun Lai Viewpoint! Directly below the summit are tents that have already been set up and can be rented for 500 baht per day, including bedding. Alternatively, you can bring your own tent and set it up for a site fee of 100 baht. The view of the mountain landscape of Pai when you get up is truly phenomenal!
Places of interest in the vicinity
- Santichon Village (Chinese Village)
- Pai Walking Street
- Big Buddha Pai
Map
More Pai highlights
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 the locals call Kong Lan, was formed over several centuries by natural erosion processes. More precisely, whenever the soil was eroded by weather-related influences (wind, rain or heat). The result is the formation of narrow, striking rocky gorges with steep slopes, which today resemble a miniature version of the Grand Canyon. The landscape consists mainly of red sandstone, which continues to be shaped by the tropical weather even today.
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 is made of woven bamboo material supported on natural wooden pillars.
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 surrounding mountain landscape of Pai.
