Why choose this Chiang Mai tour ?
This is a wonderful and enriching day in the mountains of Northern Thailand. This private tour takes you to a unique coffee plantation, north of Chiang Mai. The local Lahu tribal people run this plantation which is called Suan Lahu. Whilst here you will learn everything about growing organic coffee. You will taste this delicious coffee, help out at the farm and visit the Lahu village where most of the workers come from. You will learn about Lahu culture and history. This is a great way to understand more on the local people and to see the mountains of Northern Thailand.
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What makes Suan Lahu Coffee and Tribal Experience from Chiang Mai a unique experience ?
Our driver will meet you at your hotel at 0800. Today you will visit the organic coffee farm Suan Lahu in Doi Saket district.
After arrival at Suan Lahu, you will be received by your native hosts, who will brief you on Suan Lahu and organic coffee growing.
A local Lahu guide will take you around the 80 rai (12 hectares) coffee plantation of which 60 are planted with Arabica coffee and fruit trees. Forest makes up for the remaining 20 rai. Views are amazing.
Having seen lychee, lemon and avocado trees, amongst others, you will have time to engage your first volunteer activity. This will keep you busy until lunchtime. Enjoy a vegetarian, home-made lunch prepared by your Lahu hosts.
After lunch, you will visit the Lahu Sheleh community, an ethnic minority. We will show you some old pictures of the Lahu from yesteryear and show you around Doi Mod, the community located next to the organic coffee farm. After this, we will head back to the farm for the afternoon’s activity which can be one of your choosing. You can join local villagers working at the farm on a seasonal basis, or support Suan Lahu project founders in their natural and cultural restoration activities. At around 16:00 you will say goodbye to your hosts drive back to Chiang Mai.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Dress code is formal
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Suan Lahu Coffee
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Suan Lahu Coffee and Tribal Experience from Chiang Mai Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- English speaking guide
- Limited Medical Insurance
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- Drinking water except during meals
- Tips
- Other expenses
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Green Trails Thailand.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Asia/Bangkok.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 1 valid reviews on TRIPADVISOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 10 Travelers is accepted for booking.
• Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
• Dress code is formal
