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The 2 Day Karen Homestay Experience

Chiang Mai, Thailand

Experience a real Karen village as closely as possible by staying a night at a simple homestay and experience the beauty of the natural surrounds.

Cancellation policy

Review the supplier policy below before booking.

Duration 2 days

Duration supplied by the experience provider.

Language

English

Group size

1–10 travelers

Full description

After meeting your guide at about 8.00am you will be driven to a beautiful typical Northern Thai local market. The guide will do the shopping for the next couple of days and you will see some of the unique local specialties for sale there.
About an hour from Chiang Mai you'll begin a mostly uphill trek following a great mountain trail along a stream to the camp.
The natural surroundings besides the camp consists a lovely waterfall, so take advantage of a dip here in the cool water.
After lunch trek further for your first visit to a Karen village. Have a chat with the locals about their daily lives.
The route leading to the next Karen village is through some dense forest.
Overnight will be at a simple homestay within the Karen village itself.
After breakfast the next morning, the trek will be most downhill this time, passing rice-fields and more.
After reaching the truck, drive to the Wang River to go rafting before heading back to Chiang Mai

Itinerary

Chiang Mai - Karen Village

Longneck Karen is one of Karen tribes. They call themselves Padaung. It is believed that originally they came from Yunnan Province, central China. Later in 1000 AD according to the history, they migrated to Salween River Basin in Myanmar. In 1995, there were approximately 25,000 Padaungs living in Myanmar. They mainly live on traditional agricultural activities. After political incident against the minorities in Myanmar, Padaungs have evacuated from Myanmar and until now cannot fully identify where is the major location they are living in. It is believed that they scattered all over the area and co-live with other minority group that armed so that they can be protected.

Picnic Lunch

Dinner at Karen Village

House within the Karen Village itself. Basic conditions as this is a homestay. No air-conditioning and shared bathrooms.

Karen Village - Chiang Mai

Longneck Karen is one of Karen tribes. They call themselves Padaung. It is believed that originally they came from Yunnan Province, central China. Later in 1000 AD according to the history, they migrated to Salween River Basin in Myanmar. In 1995, there were approximately 25,000 Padaungs living in Myanmar. They mainly live on traditional agricultural activities. After political incident against the minorities in Myanmar, Padaungs have evacuated from Myanmar and until now cannot fully identify where is the major location they are living in. It is believed that they scattered all over the area and co-live with other minority group that armed so that they can be protected.

Breakfast at Karen Village

Lunch at private house

What’s included

Included

  • Meals: 1
  • Transfer
  • Entrance fee
  • Lunch
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Pick up/Drop off all hotels in Chiang Mai city area, Airport and Train Station
  • Entrance fees
  • Transportation by pick up truck
  • Shared homestay accommodation in village with shared bathroom
  • Bamboo rafting (about 45 minutes)
  • Leaflet with practical information

Not included

  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Drinks
  • Any purchases of a personal nature (souvenirs, etc.)
  • Meals other than those mentioned in the program
  • Suppliment for travelling on certain dates (quoted separately if applicable)

Important information

Meeting point

Chiang Mai, Thailand

Don’t forget

Not wheelchair accessible Not stroller accessible Not suitable for pets Infant seats unavailable Not recommended for people with back problems Not recommended for people with heart conditions At least 2 people are required for this activity to take place. Single traveler may book this product, but is subject to availability and cancellation if minimum number of people is not met on the activity day. Child rate applies once minimum of 2 adults booked Should your travel plans change after booking, do not worry. I Asia Thailand will do all possible to change your booking to fit with your new travel arrangements free of charge. Departures of Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays only (subject to change) I Asia Thailand will contact you shortly after your booking to reconfirm and advise your pickup time and location (if required). Please ensure that you have entered the correct contact details upon booking. If you have not been contacted by I Asia Thailand, please call us at +66 2 007 2175-76 (hours of operation are from 08.00am to 18.00pm Monday to Friday and 09.00am to 17.00pm Saturday and Sunday) or email to [email protected] If you will not be arriving at your destination with sufficient time to ensure reconfirmation, please contact the local service provider prior to travel. Upon pickup, please present your confirmation/voucher or photo ID in exchange for your activity. Pick up from all hotels in Chiang Mai city area, Chiang Mai International Airport and Chiang Mai Train Station.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation if cancelled more than 144 hours before start. 50% charge if cancelled within 144 hours of start. 100% charge if cancelled within 48 hours of start.

Your host

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With GetExperience since 2026

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