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Come and discover this quiet province located in the north-west of Thailand next to the Burma border. With its rolling
mountains and lush vegetation, including pines on the upper slopes, Mae Hong Son has been called a mini-Switzerland.
Only a few visitors venture this far. Those who do usually head for Pai, a small valley town that has become a haven for
musicians and other artists in recent years. Other places worth a visit include the provincial capital*
with its Burmese-style style temples and Mae Sariang near Salawin National Park.
Mae Hong Son is most easily reached from Chiang Mai. The options are by plane to Pai or Mae Hong Son, by tourist minibus to
Pai, local bus throughout the province or rented car.
If choosing the last option, we recommend taking a driver - the steep
hills and curves are not only demanding and tiring, but prevent you from seeing the scenery and spectacular views.
On the way, don't forget to see the spectacular Nam Lod caves.
Mae Hong Son is also a trekking centre, with many trails leading up into the mountains and stopping at hilltribe villages,
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Nam Lod caves
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Kinnara
runs several tours in the province. For details, click here.
* in Thailand, the province and the capital of the province always have the same name
AWAY FROM IT ALL
Gay-friendly Pai Klang Na opened earlier this year on the outskirts of Pai. It is "a
stylish hideaway carpeted with rice paddies and surrounded by green mountains". Guests stay in their own Lanna-inspired cottage and the
centre of town is only a kilometre away. The rooms have wifi but no television and the only distractions are
nature and the ones you bring with you.
Kinnara
has an exclusive deal with Pai Klang Na.
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A QUARTER TO NOW
The recently opened Quarter boutique hotel in Pai is a short walk from the centre of this small quiet town. Take a few days off to unwind in a room with your private balcony or patio, sit in the open-air jacuzzi or relax by the pool.
Published
rates begin at 3,500 THB a night;
Kinnara rates begin at 2,800 THB.
book here
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FLY TO PAI
Nok Air, in co-operation with SGA Airways, flies once a day from Chiang Mai to Pai. Flights cost 1,450 baht
plus 100 baht service charge; return flights double.
Click here for timetable.
book here
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