Interesting Places

Huay Nam Dang National Park

It is located about 40km from Pai and covers an area of 1,252.2 km²   in ampur mae tang of Chiang Mai province and amphur Pai of Mae Hong Son province. The park is ruggedly mountainous and the spring of Pai river, Ping river and Mae Tang river. The climate is cool all year round. The Huay Nam Dang National Park has a beautiful nature and is one of the places from where one can see the sea of mist.

Ban Tha Pai Hot Spring It is a part of Huay Nam Dang National Park and located 2km from the main highway (1095). You have to walk about 500 meters from the parking lots to the hot ponds that are boiling and covered with steam.

Pai Canyon (Kong Land) Kong Land is located about 7km from Pai. It is a steep cliff that has been eroded by wind and water for a long time. It is one of the best scenic view points in Pai and very suitable for a sunset view.

World War II Memorial Bridge This bridge was built in 1942, during the World War II, located just before Pai town. The Memorial Bridge was built with iron and was important to transport weapons to Myanmar (Burma) over the Pai river during the war period.

Wat Klang (Klang Temple) Wat Klang is an old temple located next to the bus station. Its pagoda is outstanding in Thai Yai style and has Buddha images in various postures for each day of the week at the base.

Wat Phra Thart Mae Yen (Phra Thart Mae Yen Temple) Wat Phra Thart Mae Yen is one of the oldest temples of Pai town. There is a white pagoda approximately 3 meters high. In the assembly hall there is a Buddha image in reclinging posture and wall paintings about the Buddha. This temple is located on the hill so it is the great view spot that you should not miss.

Adventurous Recreations

Whitewater Rafting Rafting is a popular activity at Pai. It has many programs according to the distances. You can choose either bamboo rafting or rubber rafting to appreciate the nature on the riverbank.

Elephant Riding The elephant camp is located near the hot springs about 8 km away from Pai town. The elephant trekking route will pass through the hot springs, the villagers’ farms and forests, and you will be entering the Pai river. Here you will have a chance to swim and dive with the elephant.