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Chiang Rai Private Lahu Village Tour Cooking and Waterfall

Chiang Rai, Thailandby Local Alike

  • 5.5 hours
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  • Private tour
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English

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Overview

Explore Ja Bu Si Lahu Village in Chiang Rai and experience traditional Lahu culture through local food, hands-on crafts, and a scenic forest walk to Mae Kik Waterfall. Begin your visit with a warm welcome from village elders, traditional Lahu snacks, and stories about the community's history and traditions. Walk through the village to observe everyday life and learn how local customs have been passed down through generations. Get hands-on by making Jok, a traditional Lahu snack, and creating a simple handicraft such as a keychain or candle to take home as a meaningful souvenir. Enjoy a traditional Lahu-style lunch prepared with local ingredients before walking through the community forest toward Waterfall. Discover how the Lahu community uses forest ingredients and traditional cooking methods, including bamboo-cooked and grilled fish. This experience is ideal for culture lovers, food enthusiasts, nature seekers, and adventurous travelers looking for an authentic community.

What's included

  • Travel insurance
  • Activities as indicated in the program
  • Snacks
  • Lunch
  • Professional tour guide service / Local guide
  • Personal expenses
  • Foods and drinks which are not mentioned in the itinerary

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Doi Mae Salong

    30 min

    Arrive at Ja Bu Si Community. Enjoy a refreshing welcome drink accompanied by traditional Lahu snacks and receive a warm greeting from the village elders.

  2. 2

    Chiang Rai

    30 min

    Take a leisurely walk through the Red Lahu village and observe the daily way of life. Learn about the history of the community and the traditions that have been passed down through generations.

  3. 3

    Chiang Rai

    1 hour

    Hands-on cultural workshop. Try making Jok, a traditional Lahu snack, and create a simple handicraft such as a keychain or candle as a souvenir.

  4. 4

    Chiang Rai

    1 hour

    Enjoy a traditional Lahu-style lunch prepared with local ingredients.

  5. 5

    Chiang Rai

    2 hours

    Walk through the community forest and visit Mae Kik Waterfall. Along the way, learn about forest living and traditional cooking methods such as bamboo-cooked fish, grilled fish, and local forest ingredients.

  6. 6

    Chiang Rai

    30 min

    Relax with a refreshing herbal drink and traditional Lahu snacks before saying farewell to the community and departing with wonderful memories.

Meeting and pickup

The specific meeting point and exact location details will be re-confirmed with you prior to the tour date via email or WhatsApp. Please ensure your contact details are accurate when booking.

End point

The specific meeting point and exact location details will be re-confirmed with you prior to the tour date via email or WhatsApp. Please ensure your contact details are accurate when booking.

Good to know

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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