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Popular Routes
North(48 Trails)
Mo Ko JuKamphaeng Phet|Sailboat Rock★ Difficulty: 5
Doi ChangChiang Rai|World-class coffee origin- Doi Pha TangChiang Rai|Mekong river mist
Phu Chi FahChiang Rai|Iconic Pointing Peak★ Difficulty: 1- Doi ModChiang Rai|Panoramic View
- Rice Terraces Doi Li KhaiChiang Rai|Rice Terraces
- Langka Noi Langka LuangChiang Rai|Dragon Ridge
Doi InthanonChiang Mai|Highest peak in Thailand
Kew Mae PanChiang Mai|Spectacular sea of mist★ Difficulty: 1.5
Doi Luang Chiang DaoChiang Mai|Highest limestone mountain★ Difficulty: 4- Pha Sam LiamChiang Mai
- Pong NgenChiang Mai
- Pha Song Rue DuChiang Mai
- Doi Pha Hom PokChiang Mai|2nd highest peak
- Namtok Pha WiaChiang Mai
Doi Mon ChongChiang Mai|Lion Head Cliff★ Difficulty: 3- Doi Luang TakTak|Grassy hills
- Mon KhloeiTak
Doi Thu LeTak|Golden Mountain★ Difficulty: 3- Thi Lo Su WaterfallTak|Largest waterfall in Thailand
- Thi Lo Le WaterfallTak
- Namtok Pre To Lo Su (Alt)Tak
- Mon Pui MokTak|Morning sea of mist
- Doi Ber BatuTak|Mysterious Rock Peak
- Doi MonthaTak|Tak's Knife Edge
- Doi Mamuang Sam MuenTak|Heart-shaped Waterfall
- Doi Luang Mae LamaoTak|Pine Forest
- Doi Huai TuTak|Sea of Mist
- Mon Si SahaiTak|Wide Grassy Hill★ Difficulty: 3
- Le Kwa DoTak|Angel Mountain
- Phu WaeNan|Mountain Meadow
- Doi LuangPhayao
- Doi NokPhayao|Sacred Peak
- Thung Non SonPhitsanulok|Wildflower Field
- Phu Thap BoekPhetchabun|Cabbage fields mist
- Khun Nam NgaoMae Hong Son
- Klo Se LoMae Hong Son|Two-land sea of mist
- Wao Wa ChoMae Hong Son
- Yai Doi PuiMae Hong Son
- Doi Phui KoMae Hong Son|Golden Meadow
- Mae HoMae Hong Son
- Le JoMae Hong Son|Golden Mountain
- Ngon KaiMae Hong Son|Rock Cliff
- Doi Jik Jong Khong KhamLampang
- Doi JongLampang|Pha Nok Aen-like Viewpoint★ Difficulty: 3
Doi Khun TanLamphun|Hike through Train Tunnel★ Difficulty: 2- Namtok Tad DaoSukhothai|Beautiful Waterfall
Phu Soi DaoUttaradit|Pine forest & Purple flowers★ Difficulty: 2
Central(12 Trails)
Khao Chang PhueakKanchanaburi|Thrilling knife-edge ridge★ Difficulty: 4.5- Namtok Do KuiKanchanaburi
- Khao San Nok WuaKanchanaburi|Sharp mountain ridge
- Erawan WaterfallKanchanaburi|7-tier waterfall
- Lam Khlong NguKanchanaburi|World's Tallest Cave Column
- Hup Khao Tin KaiNakhon Nayok|Trail Running Route
- Khao Lom MuakPrachuap Khiri Khan|Climb for 3-bay view
- Khao Luang PrachuapPrachuap Khiri Khan
- Khao Phanoen ThungPhetchaburi|Mist near Bangkok
Namtok Krok I DokSaraburi|Pink Burn Cup Mushroom★ Difficulty: 3
Khao Luang SukhothaiSukhothai|Conquer 4 Summits★ Difficulty: 3- Yod Khao ThewadaSuphan Buri|Highest Peak in Suphan
Northeast(3 Trails)
Phu KraduengLoei|Sunset at Pha Lom Sak★ Difficulty: 3- Phu LuangLoei|Dinosaur footprints
- Phu Bak DaiLoei|Hanging Legs Rock
South(12 Trails)
- Khao Ngon NakKrabi|360-degree Viewpoint
- Khao Jet YotTrang
- Wang Pha MekTrang|Trang's Sea of Mist
Khao Luang NakhonNakhon Si Thammarat|Roof of the South★ Difficulty: 5- Khao HmenNakhon Si Thammarat★ Difficulty: 4
- Phu Ta JorPhang Nga
- Khao PhangPhang Nga|Mysterious Valley
Gunung SilipatYala|360-degree mist★ Difficulty: 2.5- Hala BalaYala|Amazon of ASEAN
- Namtok Sai Rung La Ong DaoRanong|Star dust waterfall
- Khlong YanRanong|Nature Rafting
- Khao NongSurat Thani|Roof of Surat Thani
East(4 Trails)
- Pha Hin KoobChanthaburi|Elephant-shaped rock
Khao Laem ChabangChon Buri|Harbor Viewpoint★ Difficulty: 2- Namtok Hew Ee AmPrachinburi
- Namtok Pha TakhianSa Kaeo
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Checklist (Beginner Trekking)
Day Hike
1-8 Hours
Beginner Trekking
Light Overnight
Long Trekking
Long Distance Adventure
Backpack & Storage
- Backpack 30-40 LRequired
- Rain CoverRequired
- Waist Pack/Chest Pack
- Foldable Daypack
- Packing Cubes
Shoes & Protection
- Hiking Shoes (High-cut/Waterproof)Required
- Thick Hiking SocksRequired
- Hiking Gloves
- Sandals (for camp)
Clothing
- Quick-Dry Shirt/Pants (No Cotton)Required
- Buff (Sun/Dust Protection)Required
- Raincoat/WindbreakerRequired
- Warm JacketRequired
- HatRequired
- Arm Sleeves
Safety & Health
- Trekking PoleRequired
- HeadlampRequired
- Portable Mini FanRequired
- Personal Meds/First AidRequired
- Bug SprayRequired
- Leech Socks
- Emergency Foil Blanket
Camping
- Microfiber TowelRequired
- Lightweight Tent
- Sleeping Bag/Pad
- Cookset
- Cutlery Set
- Hammock
- Tarp
- Pillow
- Pegs/Stakes
- Ground Sheet
- Hammer
- Rope
- Sleeping Pad
- Electric Air Pump
- Portable Stove
- Camping Chair
Others
- Water Bottle / FilterRequired
- Instant Meals
- Passport / National Park Pass
- Power Bank
- Camera
- Waterproof Zip Lock
- Trash Bag
- Toothbrush
- Soap
- Face Wash
- Compass
- Tripod
- Wet/Dry Wipes
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Popular Routes
Phu Soi Dao (Uttaradit)
Hard • 2 Days 1 Night / 3 Days 2 Nights
Conquer 5 challenging hills to reach the pine field at the summit. See purple flowers and sea of mist.
Krok E-Dok Waterfall (Saraburi)
Moderate • 1 Day
The highest 7-tier waterfall in Central Thailand. 8km round trip trek. Perfect for a One Day Trip.
Gunung Silipat (Yala)
Moderate • 3 Days 2 Nights
The sea of mist of the South.
Essential Gear to Invest In
Hiking Backpack
Choose one that fits your body type, distributes weight well, and has hip straps. *Should try it on personally.
Hiking Shoes
Must be comfortable, good grip, waterproof or quick-dry. Prevents ankle injuries. Break them in before the trip.
Trekking Pole
Helps balance and distributes up to 30% of weight, reducing load on knees and legs.
