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| The
vast open spaces of northrern Thailand make it an ideal area for hiking,
particularly during the cooler months of the year (November - February).
Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai are the most obvious trekking centres in
the North, and a number of companies have been established to meet
the growing demand for this kind of activity. Hikers can choose from
a wide range of treks, which vary in distance and time to suit the
widest possible audience. Particularly popular are treks in the mountainous
area near Thailand's border with Myanmar and Laos. Knowledgeable guides
are usually provided and indeed are advisable. Most tours include
overnight stays in simple forest lodges or in hilltribe villages.
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| Dot Inthanon National
Park |
| This
includes Thailand's highest mountain, and is the most popular venue
for hiking, with its extensive trails. Located in Chiang Mai province.
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| Phu Kradung |
| The
northeastern province of Loei has long been popular with campers and
hikers. The park consists of tableland rising between 1,200-1,500
metres, crowned by a 60 sq km plateau on which a variety of temperate
zone plants flourish. It is a 3-4 hour hike to the top, where a number
of trails lead to scenic viewpoints, waterfalls and the main campsite.
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| Khao Yai National
Park |
| Located
in central Thailand, this largest of all Thailand's nature reserves
has many established trails which take hikers through a combination
of tropical forest, scrubland and up several steep hills. |
| Khao Sok National
Park |
| Set
in Surat Thani province, this park has waterfalls, caves and a huge
reservoir dotted with over 100 small islands. |
| Khao Luang National
Park |
| Located
in Nakhon Si Tham-marat, this reserve is extremely scenic with a number
of waterfalls such as Karom Waterfall, Phrommalok Waterfall, Ai Khieo
or Nai Khieo Waterfall, and the multi-level Krung Ching Waterfall.
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