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Doi Luang Chiang Dao
 Doi
Luang Chiang Dao is a limestone mountain in the Chiang Dao Wildlife
Reserve area, Amphoe Chiang Dao. This cone-shaped mountain is 2,195
metres from sea level, which makes it the third highest mountain
in Thailand after Doi Inthanon and Doi Pha Hom Pok. Narrow plains
on top of the mountain overlook spectacular views that include a
sea of fog on the Amphoe Chiang Dao side, Doi Sam Phi Nong, the
Chiang Dao mountain range, and the far end of Doi Inthanon. The
peak is cool and windy. It is full of rare highland flowers, birds,
and butterflies. Visiting Doi Chiang Dao needs an approval letter
from the Director of Wildlife Reserve Division, Royal Forest Department.
It must arranged at least 2 weeks before travelling. Contact tel.
0-2561-2947 for more information.
Getting there: The peak is accessible on foot. At Chiang Dao cave,
guides, porters, and chartered transfers to the starting point of
the trail are available. Rented local truck costs around 900 baht
and, a porter is 300 baht per person. There are no tourist facilities
on Chiang Dao Mountain. Visitors must bring their own sleeping bags,
food, and water.
Descending the mountain is possible on the trail near Ban Tham,
which is located near Chiang Dao cave. The trail is rather steep;
nevertheless, it could shorten the walking distance upon descending.
It is quite difficult to climb up.
Huai Luek Royal Project Development Centre
Location: Ban Huai Luek, Bueng Khong sub-district, Chiang
Dao District, Chiang Mai Tel. 053 – 45116 Fax. 053 –
229635
The center serves as a demonstrative development model for the
hill tribe people based on the philosophy of promoting proper agricultural
technology to hill tribe farmers. The site is open for the public
to explore pilot plots of vegetables, flowers, fruits, Hmong’s
plantation and the Poi River. IN addition, the Royal Project Foundation
has its own shop selling daily fresh produce. Tours complete with
a lecturer can be arranged in advance and advanced reservation is
recommended for group visits. Toilets and parking areas are also
available.
King Naresuan Stupa
King Naresuan Stupa is located at Mueang Ngai Village.
The locals built the stupa to mark the stay of King Naresuan the
Great before he led his troop to invade Angwa in Myanmar in 1604.
Tham Chiang Dao
Tham Chiang Dao is a charming cave located in Amphoe Chiang
Dao. It is situated 72 kilometres from Chiang Mai town, turn left
at the entrance route and proceed for 5 kilometres on an asphalt
road. Convenient parking is available. Climb a staircase with a
zinc roof to reach the cave. The lovely cave greets visitors with
various kinds of fish swimming in a stream in front of the cave.
Touring in and around Tham Chiang Dao with a local guide is possible
by contacting local guides in front of the cave. A service fee is
charged.
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