Pai Thailand

Tourism

Temples

• Wat Luang: In the past this central place was used to feed elephants. Today it is the most famous and most important temple in Pai, where important Thai ceremonies are frequently held. The big Shan pagoda and spirit house protect the town from negative occurrences.

• Wat Prathat Mae Yen:
  

  The Temple on the Hill… Spectacular View over the Pai valley…Beautiful Place to Watch the Sunset…

• Wat Nam Hoo: A Sacred Chiang Saen Buddah image 'Lunag Po Une Muang' is situated here. It is believed that the king 'Naraesuan Maharaat" built this temple in order to give good kharma for his older sister 'Pra Peenangsuphan Ganlayaa.' Her monument is at the sala near the fish pond.

  Sightseeing

• Chinese Village: Shandicun . Besides Chinese souvenirs, Shandicun offers tea tasting sessions, a restaurant & horse riding. The Chinese houses are built of mud and straw surrounded by beautiful Chinese landscape.

• Mae Yen Waterfall: about 7 kilometers from Pai. A three-tiered waterfall, one of the most beautiful in the district. It's a long hike, so don't forget to take plenty of water & leave early … wouldn't want to get stuck in the dark…

• Mor Paeng Waterfall:
  

  

  8 km from Pai, one of Pai's main attractions. There's a jungle pool, so take your swimming gear if you want to go for a dip, the rocks are smooth, just find a small section & slide on down like the locals do!

• Pai Canyon:
  

  Kong Lan on the highway 1095 before the World War II Memorial Bridge. Best to visit early mornings or for sunset, as in the afternoon the area can get very hot.

• Pem Bok Waterfall:
  

  turn off near Pai Canyon. Nice secluded waterfall with 20m high cliffs surrounding it, making this a very cool place to escape the heat.

• World War 2 Memorial Bridge:
  

  major tourist attraction built by the Japanese as a transportation route between Chiang Mai and Burma. Located about 9km south of Pai along Highway 1095.

  Top Tips

• Drinking Water Refill: Help reduce plastic waste! Refill your water bottle @ Art In Chai. 3 baht/Litre.

• Recycling: Help the Environment! Separate all your plastic and glass rubbish…it will get recycled by the locals.

• Dengue Fever! Dengue mozzies bite during the day… use repellent! Don't get bitten! Natural Hand Made Repellent available @ Barista, Sleep Alone & Art in Chai.

• Chinese Lanterns (Kom Loy ) Although these look amazing, be aware that they can start unwanted fires and become litter the following day! So please, if you let one fly, then pick one up the next day!

• Thinking of renting a motorbike for the first time? Pai's Bike School was established to reduce the number of unnecessary accidents. Scenic tours also available. Don't be a statistic! Tel 080 614 5316 www.wix.com/thomashilaryogram/Bikeschoolthailand

• Wear a Helmet… Drive Slowly…Don't Drive Drunk ! Bicycles for Rent: available all over town. Usual price 50b/day. Save the environment and get fit!

• 97: The place to buy rare western groceries! Home-baked bread, cheese, butter, olives, pasta, baked beans, sour cream & a good wine selection!

• Dr Shoe Service: Opposite Art in Chai … Backpacks, bags, belts, shoes, zips, buttons and more… all fixed at locals prices.

  Markets

• Local Fresh market: Daily 5-7am & 3-6pm. Check out the surprises wrapped in banana leaves! Lovely fresh veggies, fruit, bugs, frogs on sticks and other super special Thai delicacies!

• Monday Market: 5am - noon near Pai Airport Local style market. Look up and you'll see the biggest Mango tree in Thailand!

• Wednesday Market: 5am - noon. Another local market where you'll find all kinds of treasures!

• Walking Street Market: 6pm. Lisu Hilltribe goodies, hand-made jewelry, leather goods, souvenirs post-cards, roti, & all sorts of yummy BBQ'd stuff on sticks! Check out the little burger van near the end of the street…they do great burgers and proper chips… Favourite Eateries

  Outdoor Activities

• Adventure Motorbike Tours: offers a unique range of road-bike and dirt bike tours throughout the spectacular mountain provinces of Northern Thailand. Contact 053 699 843 or 0895600813 www.adventuremotorbiketours.com

• Tip Off road: Visit remote hill tribe villages along Burmese /Thai border. Under guidance of experienced, local expert tour-guide. Customized dirt bike tours and lessons with an experienced professional. No experience necessary. All equipment is provided. Call 08-6190-5120 www.baantawan-pai.com/tipoffroad.php

• Thai Adventure Rafting: White Water Rafting & Trekking… Recommended by National Geographic. First White Water Operator in Thailand, 23 Years Experience. Contact: 053 699 111 or 081 993 96 74 www.thairafting.com

• Back Trax: Rafting and Trekking Contact 053 699 739

• Pai Adventure: Rafting, Rock Climbing, Kayaking, Trekking & Mountain Biking. Contact 053 699385

• Pai Zip Line Adventure: Experience the thrill of flying through Pai's treetop jungle canopy. Near Pambok Waterfall. www.paizipline.com

• Piranha Fishing Park, Restaurant & Bar. Looking for somewhere to Chill out, Fish for Piranha or Catfish? Large selection of bait available & a fridge full of cold beers. Amazing Thai & Western Food. Full day 150 Bht/30Bht per hour, tackle provided. Peaceful lakeside bungalows for rent inc. free fishing. Near Mhor Peng Waterfall. Tel 08 5707 5074

  Elephant Trekking Enjoy the view perched high upon the back of one of these magnificent beasts as you trek through the jungle or along the river. You can ride bareback & play with the elephants in the river. Thom's Elephant Camp also offers mahout (elephant trainer) Courses Homestay and natural hot spring water tubs, so you can relax in a hot tub after your adventure…All the elephant camps are located on the road to the Hot Springs.

  

  Saunas, Steam & Hot Springs

• Fluid - 25m Pool, Herbal Steam Room, Gym, Books, Groovy Tunes, Cool Bar & Restaurant serving delicious European style dishes. Free entry to pool for Mountain View or Pai River Lodge guests. Open 9am - Sunset… Hot Days & Cool Tunes "Refuel your Lifestyle in Pai" …Closing at the end of July… Open again in October…

• PTTM: Herbal Steam & massage

• Thapai Spa Camping: hot spring pools

• Hot Springs National Park: Huai Nam Dang Amazing steamy sights on cold mornings!!! 200Bht Entry

  Yoga

  Mam Yoga: Hatha Yoga. Open you heart & improve your technique. Suitable for beginners. Tel: 089 954 4981

• Thai Hermit Yoga @ Pairadise Guest House 9am Mon - Sat

• Xhale Yoga @ PS Riverside: An intelligent and dynamic approach to Hatha Yoga. Mon-Sat 10am. Check Yoga Retreat Schedule at www.xhaleyogapai.com or call: 089 758 3635
  All classes and retreat instructed by 'Bhud

  Martial Arts

• Kung Fu School: Old Style Shaolinl Kung Fu Hard & Soft, Chi Kung, Internal Power. Check us out: www.kungfuretreat.com Tel: 0822 988 939

• Rose Gym (Muay Thai Training Camp) Call 0868 545 968

• Shivaya 555 Gym: Muay Thai Boxing Contact Pi Noi 0845 599 070 Training sessions Mon- Sat 8-10am and 3-5pm Beginners to Expert…Everyone Welcome Private Sessions Also Available.

• Martial Arts School: Tai Chi (internal kung fu) , Sanda, Martial Qi gong, Qinna, self Defence, Chen tai Chi…Fully inclusive residential courses. Contact 080 614 5316 www.taichi-retreats-thailand.com