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| Dillenia Home one of four houses offered for rent |
- Availability of Rentals,
- Special Offers, News,
- House Rental Offers,
- Property Area and Facilities,
- Vicinity of Baan Sammi.
Just scroll down to read each chapter.
Scrollen Sie nach unten, um jedes Kapitel zu lesen.
1 — Availability of Rentals
— This tabular overview is constantly updated —
(1) — PLUMERIA HOME
Long-term only:
RENTED – NOT AVAILABLE IN 2026 AND 2027,
MIGHT BE AVAILABLE IN 2028.
MIGHT BE AVAILABLE IN 2028.
(2) — DILLENIA HOME
Long-term only:
RENTED – NOT AVAILABLE IN 2026,
PERHAPS AVAILABLE FROM APRIL 2027.
PERHAPS AVAILABLE FROM APRIL 2027.
(3) — TAI SAENG CHAN PAVILION (MOONLIGHT PAVILION)
Long-term / Short-term:
RENTED – NOT AVAILABLE IN 2026,PERHAPS AVAILABLE FROM MAY 2027.
(4) — LYCHEE LODGE
Long-term / Short-term:
RENTED – NOT AVAILABLE IN 2026,
PERHAPS AVAILABLE FROM APRIL 2027.
RENTED – NOT AVAILABLE IN 2026,
PERHAPS AVAILABLE FROM APRIL 2027.
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(1) – Plumeria Home (top left) • (2) – Dillenia Home (top right) (3) – Tai Saeng Chan Pavilion (bottom left) • (4) – Lychee Lodge (bottom right) |
The availability dates of houses for rent will be updated instantly as soon as any changes or expected changes occur. These dates may be approximate or exact. To track these updates, please use a website monitoring tool or extension. Unfortunately, we cannot fulfill requests from interested renters to be notified of updates individually. However, if you have visited Baan Sammi, viewed the property and exterior of the houses, and have expressed an interest in renting a specific house within a certain timeframe, we would be happy to add you to our list of prospective tenants and keep you informed of any relevant updates.
Please note: Mr. Samran Apaipong does NOT run a hotel business. Mr. Samran Apaipong offers "accommodation [4 houses, all located on a single private property] for the purpose of providing accommodation service for a monthly paid service charge or upward only". This service is excluded from the Hotel Act, B.E. 2547 (C.E. 2004), Section 4 (2).
โปรดทราบ: นาย สำราญ อภัยพงศ์ ไม่ได้ดำเนินกิจการโรงแรม — นาย สำราญ อภัยพงศ์ มี "สถานที่พักที่จัดตั้งขึ้นโดยมวีัตถุประสงค์เพื่อให้บรการที่พักอาศัยโดยคิดค่าบริการเป็นรายเดือนขึ้นไปเท่านั้น" — บริการนี้ได้รับการยกเว้นจาก พระราชบัญญัติโรงแรม พ.ศ. ๒๕๔๗ มาตรา ๔ (๒)
2 — Special Offers, News
For renting with Baan Sammi, offers can be viewed in a separate blog and in Facebook posts:
► SPECIAL RENTAL OFFERS ◄
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► FACEBOOK ◄
3 — House Rental Offers
3.1 — The houses at Baan Sammi are designed as a retreat for those who prefer a quiet life surrounded by a natural setting. There is no tourist hustle and bustle here, as Khun Sam does not run a hotel, hostel, guest house, or typical Thai resort. Baan Sammi also does not have a restaurant, bar, or pub.
3.2 — In Baan Sammi, 4 houses are offered for long-term rental (3 months to 3 years), with a renewable 1-year agreement being the usual standard. The tenants are most often foreigners or Thai-foreign couples, with a variety of motivations for choosing to stay. These include:
• Finding the ideal retirement home
• Seeking refuge from the long, cold autumn and winter of the northern hemisphere
• Artists, writers and internet experts requiring an inspiring and peaceful environment with workspace
• Businesspeople in need of a retreat in Southeast Asia with excellent flight and internet connections
• Global travellers requiring a base to explore northern Thailand for extended periods
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| (1) Plumeria Home: comprises Plumeria Bungalow (on the left) and Khilek Pavilion (on the right) บ้านพลุเมเรีย และ ศาลาขี้เหล็ก ๗๙/๑ ม. ๖ ตำบลป่าลาน — บ้านหลังแรกให้เช่า → Album, → Description, → Rental Rates |
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| (2) Dillenia Home: comprises Dillenia Bungalow (on the left) and Chom Doi Pavilion (on the right) บ้านดิเลเนีย และ สาลาชมดอย ๗๙/๒ ม. ๖ ตำบลป่าลาน — บ้านหลังที่สองให้เช่า → Album, → Description, → Rental Rates |
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| (3) Tai Saeng Chan Pavilion (Moonlight Pavilion) บ้านไต้แสงจันทร์ ๗๙/๓ ม. ๖ ตำบลป่าลาน — บ้านหลังที่สามให้เช่า → Album, → Description, → Rental Rates |
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| (4) Lychee Lodge บ้านลิ้นจี่ ๗๙/๔ ม. ๖ ตำบลป่าลาน — บ้านหลังที่สี่ให้เช่า → Album, → Description, → Rental Rates |
3.4 — There are a variety of options for reaching destinations in the area, including bicycle, motorbike, scooter, car, GrabCar, GrabBike, Bolt, or public transport by saleng from the street next to the main gate and song-thaeo from the Chiang Mai – Doi Saket Highway (#118). The nearest villages are within walking distance and have a few small grocery shops and food stalls. Several shops, markets and restaurants can be reached within a short bicycle ride of less than 2.5 mi (2–4 km). The district centre of Doi Saket is 4 mi (7 km) away, and the city limit of Chiang Mai is 9 mi (15 km) away.
3.5 — Rental rates vary depending on the type of house, the length of stay, and the number of occupants. Please refer to the blog Special Rental Offers for rental rates, utility costs, and further details.
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PROPERTY MAP OF BAAN SAMMI (private garden areas next to the houses are marked pea green) THERE ARE 4 HOMES FOR RENT: Plumeria Home = PB+KP Dillenia Home = DB+CDP Tai Saeng Chan Pavilion (Moonlight Pavilion) = TSCP Lychee Lodge = LL |
4 — Property Area and Facilities
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| The Dragon's Paddling Pool is a large natural pond for boating, swimming, and fishing |
The roughly rectangular-shaped, flat property is approximately 4 rai in size (about 7,000 square meters, or 1.7 acres), with some slightly elevated and sloped areas. Designed to the utmost possible extent as a sanctuary for nature, this area has become home to numerous native animals. It includes a large pond, four smaller ponds, ditches, a gazebo, pathways, a driveway, and lush vegetation, both wild and cultivated. The driveway, paths, and gazebo are perfect for strolling and relaxing, and there are several areas suitable for barbecues.
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| Wildlife and Pets — ► ALBUM ◄ |
The large pond, known as Dragon's Paddling Pool, is the only one suitable for boating, swimming, and fishing. It measures 90 meters (300 ft) in length, 20 meters (65 ft) in width and 7 meters (23 ft) in depth. The banks are steep and the pond is connected to groundwater. There is no inflow of surface water from public canals. During the long dry season, the water level drops only slightly because groundwater is pumped into the ponds from our well, which is over 100 meters (330 ft) deep. The entire banks of all ponds are covered in natural vegetation and must not be entered. The pond is home to a variety of fish species. The pond's depth and connection to groundwater, coupled with the lush vegetation along its banks, ensure that the natural self-cleaning process is not expected to be impaired by leaf litter. This means that silt up and overgrowth are not major concerns for the coming decades. An oxygenating fountain in the center of the pond provides ideal living conditions for the fish. The trees around the pond are tall, with some exceeding 20 meters (65 ft), and provide plenty of shade for the bank and parts of the water surface. The pond has no algae. The soil, consisting of loam and clay, means that particles can float in the water and do not sink easily, which gives the pond a turbid appearance, with visibility of no more than half a meter (2 ft) from the water's surface. There are no leeches on land or in the water, and there have never been any waterborne diseases. Access to the pond for boating and swimming is via staircase-docks only.
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| Plants and Flowers — ► ALBUM ◄ |
Mosquitoes are present everywhere in Chiang Mai, both in the city and in the surrounding rural areas dominated by rice fields. There is no significant difference in the number of mosquitoes in the area around Baan Sammi compared to other areas further away. Although Baan Sammi is not a mosquito-infested area, it is recommended that precautionary measures be taken, especially in the evening. There is no need to place mosquito nets on bed frames overnight, as all houses are fully protected from mosquitoes by screens on doors, windows, and other openings.
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| Garden — ► ALBUM ◄ |
Baan Sammi is a pet-friendly property. We currently have the following outdoor pets: one male dog and three female cats. However, it is important to note that our dog maintains a strict territoriality policy that restricts access to other dogs, regardless of their size or sex. Therefore, we regret to inform that we are unable to accommodate guests with their own dogs. Guests with their own cats should exercise caution.
4.2 — PROPERTY FACILITIES:
All houses at Baan Sammi are equipped with essential amenities, including electricity, Wi-Fi, and mobile phone signal from various providers, access to digital terrestrial TV signals, clean tap water for use in the kitchen, bathroom, and laundry, and tap water from the ponds for plant irrigation.
A small boat with a paddle is available for one or two people to use on the large pond. There are several locations in the garden suitable for barbecues.
An open-spaced community seating area (both roofed and non-roofed) is available next to the Clerodendrum Chalets for socializing.
Each house is equipped with its own washing machine, and an iron and ironing board are available upon request.
Food delivery services from LineMan Food, GrabFood, and MealsOnWheels4U are available online 7 days a week. For areas in Doi Saket, there are also specialized local delivery services that provide broader coverage.
Daily grocery delivery services from Lotus's (formerly TescoLotus), BigC, Tops, Makro, Rimping and others are also available online.
Should a tenant wish to rent a car, motorbike, scooter, or bicycle, Khun Sam would be happy to advise on how and where to get the vehicle.
Should you plan to take public transportation to reach the city, Khun Sam will be please to arrange a shuttle service for your convenience. You will be picked up from the entrance gate of Baan Sammi and transported by saleng to Ban Nam Phrae, a village situated on Highway #118 (Chiang Mai – Doi Saket Road). There, you will be able to board the fixed-route yellow song-thaeo that services the route from Doi Saket to Chiang Mai city center and back.
Convenient app-based car and motorbike ride-sharing services are available from Grab and Bolt. They can take you to any destination in Chiang Mai and the surrounding area at significantly lower fares than taxis, song-thaeos and tuk-tuks. Khun Sam can help you book a trip from Baan Sammi to any destination in Chiang Mai.
4.2 — PROPERTY FACILITIES:
All houses at Baan Sammi are equipped with essential amenities, including electricity, Wi-Fi, and mobile phone signal from various providers, access to digital terrestrial TV signals, clean tap water for use in the kitchen, bathroom, and laundry, and tap water from the ponds for plant irrigation.
A small boat with a paddle is available for one or two people to use on the large pond. There are several locations in the garden suitable for barbecues.
An open-spaced community seating area (both roofed and non-roofed) is available next to the Clerodendrum Chalets for socializing.
Each house is equipped with its own washing machine, and an iron and ironing board are available upon request.
Food delivery services from LineMan Food, GrabFood, and MealsOnWheels4U are available online 7 days a week. For areas in Doi Saket, there are also specialized local delivery services that provide broader coverage.
Daily grocery delivery services from Lotus's (formerly TescoLotus), BigC, Tops, Makro, Rimping and others are also available online.
Should a tenant wish to rent a car, motorbike, scooter, or bicycle, Khun Sam would be happy to advise on how and where to get the vehicle.
Should you plan to take public transportation to reach the city, Khun Sam will be please to arrange a shuttle service for your convenience. You will be picked up from the entrance gate of Baan Sammi and transported by saleng to Ban Nam Phrae, a village situated on Highway #118 (Chiang Mai – Doi Saket Road). There, you will be able to board the fixed-route yellow song-thaeo that services the route from Doi Saket to Chiang Mai city center and back.
Convenient app-based car and motorbike ride-sharing services are available from Grab and Bolt. They can take you to any destination in Chiang Mai and the surrounding area at significantly lower fares than taxis, song-thaeos and tuk-tuks. Khun Sam can help you book a trip from Baan Sammi to any destination in Chiang Mai.
5 — Vicinity of Baan Sammi
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| The eastern mountain range at sunset |
5.1 — LOCATION:
Baan Sammi is located approximately 15 kilometers (10 miles) northeast of Chiang Mai, in the district of Doi Saket. Chiang Mai is the second-largest city in Thailand and is located in the north of the country.
Baan Sammi is easy to find on Google Maps by using the search term "Baan Sammi". Google Maps can also provide directions to Baan Sammi. Further search and navigation options can be found in the blog HOW TO FIND BAAN SAMMI? You can also view the Baan Sammi area on Google's satellite imagery. In addition, this map shows the locations of shops in five nearby villages.
5.2 — VICINITY:
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| The property of Baan Sammi and its immediate surroundings |
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| The northern hills |
Baan Sammi and the access roads to Chiang Mai and Doi Saket are passable all year round and are located in an area that is not prone to flooding.
5.3 — ROUTES FOR TRANSPORTATION:
Baan Sammi has direct access to a small, sealed village street with minimal traffic. This street connects to a country road with little to moderate traffic that runs to the village of Nam Phrae, 3.8 km away (see the Underpass of Ban Nam Phrae). There, you can access the busy Chiang Mai – Doi Saket Highway (#118), the main road for travelling to Chiang Mai by car, motorbike, or public transport (see the main route on the map).
Detailed information on routes, nearby destinations, and farther destinations in the Doi Saket and Chiang Mai areas can be found in the blog Public and Private Transportation, and in 9 route map albums (links on the Baan Sammi link-list website). For information on the main route connecting Chiang Mai with Baan Sammi, please refer to the map and illustrated route description in the blog How to Find Baan Sammi?
5.4 — TRANSPORTATION:
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| A hot air balloon, a rare and unusual means of transportation, is ideal for fun tours |
If a vehicle of your own is not available, using public transportation from the road adjacent to our property is an easy and cheap alternative, though it may initially seem somewhat complicated. Using the app-based ride-sharing services Grab or Bolt is both convenient and inexpensive. There is also a fixed route for song-thaeos between Chiang Mai and Doi Saket on the Highway (#118). The best point at which a song-thaeo can pick you up or drop you off is near the village of Nam Phrae (street view of the exit point). You can choose a saleng or bicycle as a shuttle vehicle between Ban Nam Phrae and Baan Sammi.
Bicyclists should be aware that hiking and cycling are not the preferred modes of transport for most foreigners or Thais due to the subtropical climate, rather than the distance to be covered. Furthermore, there is a total lack of bicycle-friendly city infrastructure and awareness of cyclists (and pedestrians) among drivers. However, there is an extensive network of small sealed country roads with very little traffic that cyclists can use. These roads are flat throughout the Chiang Mai intermountain plain and have no steep gradients in the nearby foothills. Bicycles are available to rent in the city.
Baan Sammi provides detailed maps for bicyclists and motorcyclists, offering a convenient and efficient way to navigate the area. These maps (based on Google Maps) help identify optimal routes that avoid major roads, including ring roads and highways. For your convenience, links to these maps can be found in Chapter 1 of the link-listing website. The maps prioritise small country roads for travel to and from Doi Saket and Chiang Mai, while also indicating the most suitable points for crossing major roads.
5.5 — FACILITIES IN THE VICINITY:
A variety of small shops can be found in all surrounding villages. Local markets, which are open daily or on certain days of the week, can be found in Ban Pa Du, Ban Pa Pong, Ban Bo Hin, and Doi Saket, as well as many other villages.
Many villages have small food stalls and restaurants that are generally open at certain times every day. Thai restaurants can be found in and between villages, usually located on country or main roads. There are also several restaurants serving Western food in the district of Doi Saket.
Ban Choeng Doi, the district village of Doi Saket, is home to a wide range of amenities, including shops such as Lotus's, 7-Eleven, restaurants and coffee shops, food stalls, four banks, a daily market, a post office, pharmacies, and a hospital.
5.6 — VACATION FACILITIES IN THE VICINITY:
A network of small, paved country roads extends across the region, providing ample opportunity for motorbike, scooter and bicycle excursions. The following destinations are of particular note: Mae Kuang Dam and other dams, San Kamphaeng Hot Springs, Muang On Cave, national parks (e.g., Mae Takhrai), Buddhist temples (e.g., Wat Doi Saket and several isolated monasteries on hills), resorts with restaurants and swimming pools (e.g., Wang Than Resort), specialty restaurants (e.g., the German Restaurant), Tao Garden and Spa, Thawichon Botanical Garden, horse riding, a fitness center, and handicraft villages (e.g., Bo Sang for sa paper, umbrellas, teak furniture, silver, and Thai silk). The region also has celadon factories that can be visited; there are opportunities for aerial excursions, such as hot air balloon rides and paragliding, and opportunities for golf, e.g., at the Chiang Mai – Lamphun Golf Club.
5.7 — CHIANG MAI AND ITS ENVIRONMENTAL FACILITIES:
As the largest city in northern Thailand, Chiang Mai offers all the necessary establishments and public utilities. For detailed tourist information about Chiang Mai, the One Stop in Chiang Mai website is an excellent resource.
Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) is located in the southwest of the old city and is easily accessible by car. There are numerous daily flights between Bangkok and Chiang Mai, with many other national destinations also available. Flights to neighbouring countries are also offered.
The train station is conveniently located a few kilometres east of the old city. The State Railways of Thailand operates regular services between Chiang Mai and Bangkok, with multiple trains available daily, including both daytime and overnight options. Seats can be reserved in advance through an online booking system.
There are numerous department stores and supermarkets in the area that offer a selection of both Western and Thai goods. BigC Extra, Rimping, and Lotus's are easily accessible from Baan Sammi without the need to enter the city.
The city boasts a wide range of medical facilities, including hospitals, doctors and dentists. In the district village of Doi Saket, approximately 7 km from Baan Sammi, there is a hospital and a doctor's office.
There are a number of international schools in the area, as well as a German school.
Chiang Mai is home to a number of consulates, including those of the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, Germany, Switzerland, and Austria.
There are numerous car rental services available in Chiang Mai (please refer to Chapter 5 of the Transportation blog for more information). Many international car rental companies offer services at or near Chiang Mai International Airport.
5.8 — VACATION FACILITIES IN CHIANG MAI AND ITS VICINITY:
The old city of Chiang Mai, which is surrounded by a city wall and a moat, is an important destination for visitors to Thailand. It is famous for its many ancient Buddhist temples. The Night Bazaar and the Sunday Street Market are highly recommended, but there are many other places of interest. Chiang Mai offers a wide range of amenities, including nightlife, bungee jumping, and hot air balloon rides, as well as visits to museums, the zoo and the night safari park.
Bicyclists should be aware that hiking and cycling are not the preferred modes of transport for most foreigners or Thais due to the subtropical climate, rather than the distance to be covered. Furthermore, there is a total lack of bicycle-friendly city infrastructure and awareness of cyclists (and pedestrians) among drivers. However, there is an extensive network of small sealed country roads with very little traffic that cyclists can use. These roads are flat throughout the Chiang Mai intermountain plain and have no steep gradients in the nearby foothills. Bicycles are available to rent in the city.
Baan Sammi provides detailed maps for bicyclists and motorcyclists, offering a convenient and efficient way to navigate the area. These maps (based on Google Maps) help identify optimal routes that avoid major roads, including ring roads and highways. For your convenience, links to these maps can be found in Chapter 1 of the link-listing website. The maps prioritise small country roads for travel to and from Doi Saket and Chiang Mai, while also indicating the most suitable points for crossing major roads.
5.5 — FACILITIES IN THE VICINITY:
A variety of small shops can be found in all surrounding villages. Local markets, which are open daily or on certain days of the week, can be found in Ban Pa Du, Ban Pa Pong, Ban Bo Hin, and Doi Saket, as well as many other villages.
Many villages have small food stalls and restaurants that are generally open at certain times every day. Thai restaurants can be found in and between villages, usually located on country or main roads. There are also several restaurants serving Western food in the district of Doi Saket.
Ban Choeng Doi, the district village of Doi Saket, is home to a wide range of amenities, including shops such as Lotus's, 7-Eleven, restaurants and coffee shops, food stalls, four banks, a daily market, a post office, pharmacies, and a hospital.
5.6 — VACATION FACILITIES IN THE VICINITY:
A network of small, paved country roads extends across the region, providing ample opportunity for motorbike, scooter and bicycle excursions. The following destinations are of particular note: Mae Kuang Dam and other dams, San Kamphaeng Hot Springs, Muang On Cave, national parks (e.g., Mae Takhrai), Buddhist temples (e.g., Wat Doi Saket and several isolated monasteries on hills), resorts with restaurants and swimming pools (e.g., Wang Than Resort), specialty restaurants (e.g., the German Restaurant), Tao Garden and Spa, Thawichon Botanical Garden, horse riding, a fitness center, and handicraft villages (e.g., Bo Sang for sa paper, umbrellas, teak furniture, silver, and Thai silk). The region also has celadon factories that can be visited; there are opportunities for aerial excursions, such as hot air balloon rides and paragliding, and opportunities for golf, e.g., at the Chiang Mai – Lamphun Golf Club.
5.7 — CHIANG MAI AND ITS ENVIRONMENTAL FACILITIES:
As the largest city in northern Thailand, Chiang Mai offers all the necessary establishments and public utilities. For detailed tourist information about Chiang Mai, the One Stop in Chiang Mai website is an excellent resource.
Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) is located in the southwest of the old city and is easily accessible by car. There are numerous daily flights between Bangkok and Chiang Mai, with many other national destinations also available. Flights to neighbouring countries are also offered.
The train station is conveniently located a few kilometres east of the old city. The State Railways of Thailand operates regular services between Chiang Mai and Bangkok, with multiple trains available daily, including both daytime and overnight options. Seats can be reserved in advance through an online booking system.
There are numerous department stores and supermarkets in the area that offer a selection of both Western and Thai goods. BigC Extra, Rimping, and Lotus's are easily accessible from Baan Sammi without the need to enter the city.
The city boasts a wide range of medical facilities, including hospitals, doctors and dentists. In the district village of Doi Saket, approximately 7 km from Baan Sammi, there is a hospital and a doctor's office.
There are a number of international schools in the area, as well as a German school.
Chiang Mai is home to a number of consulates, including those of the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, Germany, Switzerland, and Austria.
5.8 — VACATION FACILITIES IN CHIANG MAI AND ITS VICINITY:
The old city of Chiang Mai, which is surrounded by a city wall and a moat, is an important destination for visitors to Thailand. It is famous for its many ancient Buddhist temples. The Night Bazaar and the Sunday Street Market are highly recommended, but there are many other places of interest. Chiang Mai offers a wide range of amenities, including nightlife, bungee jumping, and hot air balloon rides, as well as visits to museums, the zoo and the night safari park.
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| Impressions from the annual Flower Festival |
Motorbike and car trips: Destinations include reservoirs, hot springs, caves, nature reserves, temples, the ruins of ancient Chiang Mai, elephant camps, orchid farms, botanical gardens, hill tribe villages, handicraft villages, markets and manufactories. You can explore the jungle and mountains in a 4-wheel-drive pickup either independently or with a driver and guide, or as part of an organized tour. There are numerous sightseeing tours on offer, and the programs described and illustrated online do a good job of showcasing the beauty and places of interest in and around Chiang Mai.
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| The Ho Kham Royal Pavilion is located in the Royal Flora Ratchaphruek, a spacious park in Chiang Mai |
