Phu Sang National Park is situated in Phayao Province of northern Thailand, about 20 km south of the renown Phu Chi Fa National Park. It is a part of the Phi Pan Nam Mountain Range defining Thailand’s border with Laos. It features lush mountains; scenic lakes and rivers sources; caves with stalactites and stalagmites; picturesque villages and temples; and the unique warm-water … [Read more...]
Doi Hua Mae Kham Forest Park & Pu Na Go Waterfall: day trip from Chiang Rai
Having plenty of time to explore Northern Thailand, stranded there during the Covid-19 pandemic, for one of our day-trips we chose to check out the Doi Hua Mae Kham Forest Park and the located there Pu Na Go Waterfall.That is located on the second northernmost point of Thailand after Tachileik border; specifically at the end of a deep ravine intruding into and surrounded by … [Read more...]
A ride along Mae Kok River in Chiang Rai
On one of our day excursions to the surroundings of Ching Rai, we rented a scooter and rode along the bank of the upper part of Mae Kok River. Beyond doubt, that was one of the most scenic rides I’ve ever had in Thailand.We drove to Ban Rai Mu Village and took a left off the main road to meet the northern bank of Mae Kok at Ban Rim Kok Village. Then we rolled steadily west, the … [Read more...]
Huay Mae Sai Waterfall: cycling day trip from Chiang Rai
Being stuck in Chiang Rai during the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic, we were constantly in search of opportunities to escape the monotony of the locked-down city. As the destination of one of those day trips, we chose the Huay Mae Sai Waterfall. As a means to get there, we chose to rent bicycles.We rented two very decent mountain bikes from Fat Free Bicycle shop on … [Read more...]
Driving along the Mekong River: One of the most scenic bike routes in Thailand
Being stuck in northern Thailand during the Covid-19 outbreak of 2020, we decided to leave Chiang Rai for a short motorbike tour. The first stop of this trip was the Phi Pan Nam Mountain Range where we spent a night camping on Phu Chi Fa Forest Park and went for a short hike on Doi Pha Tang Mountain in the morning. Now, still early morning, it was time to leave the mountains … [Read more...]
A Hike to Doi Pha Tang Mountain near Chiang Rai
While being stuck in Thailand during the outbreak of Covid-19 in March 2020, we left Chiang Rai for a scooter trip to the northeastern end of Thailand. Having camped on the top of Phu Chi Fa Mountain for sunrise, and before we drove down to Mekong River, we decided to go for a short hike to Doi Pha Tang.Doi Pha Tang Mountain is located near the northern end of Phi Pan Nam … [Read more...]
Hiking and Camping on Phu Chi Fa Mountain for Sunrise
Phu Chi Fa Mountain (also spelled Phu Chi Fah) is a 1,442-meters-tall peak located on the border of Thailand and Laos. It is a part of the Phi Pan Nam Mountain Range. The area surrounding the summit is designated as a national forest park. From its top, one can wonder at some really stunning views of the abrupt cliff plunging into Laos to the east and the countless surrounding … [Read more...]
Stuck in Thailand amid the Coronavirus outbreak
Early Friday, March 13th, 2020, in the garden of a guesthouse in Puerto Princesa, our luggage lying on the soil, we were loitering in the shade while waiting for the time to pass and head to the airport. It was the day we were scheduled to fly out from the Philippines, bound for Thailand. It was then the innkeeper appeared, striding hastily towards our part. "When is your … [Read more...]
A trip to Koh Jum Island in Thailand
All along Thailand's Andaman coast, there is to be found a vast number of heavenly-like beaches - like the ones with the bright white fine sand shimmering under the profuse sunshine, and the high palm trees leaning forward towards the serene crystal-clear waters of the wide sea, having a hammock hanging from their trunks. Considering beauty, everything seems to be quite ideal … [Read more...]
How to get a free city tour in Bangkok
While passing by Bangkok's center, I had noticed those guys driving around with the tuk-tuks, advertising themselves giving you a one-hour-long sightseeing tour for 40 baht. This price seemed to me, in the beginning, a bit too cheap to be true, as at times I happened to get any tuk-tuk for my actual transportation purposes, exploiting my bargaining skills in all their subtlety, … [Read more...]