Doi Inthanon is the highest mountain in Thailand, and is located in Chiang Mai province at an altitude of around 2,565 metres above sea level.
It is part of the Doi Inthanon National Park, which is known for its unspoilt nature, year-round cool weather , and breathtaking views of the sunrise.
Highlights of Doi Inthanon
- Thailand’s highest peak, with cool weather even in summer
- Kew Mae Pan, a nature trail, and a viewpoint of a sea of mist
- Several beautiful waterfalls, such as Wachirathan Waterfall and Mae Ya Waterfall
- The Phra Mahathat Chedi Naphamethanidon and Naphaphonphumisiri, built in honour of His Majesty King Rama IX and Her Majesty Queen Sirikit
- A place to admire the Thai cherry blossoms (Phraya Suea Krong) in winter
When you visit Doi Inthanon, there are many places to stop or interesting places along the way, starting from the foot of the mountain to the summit like here.
- Park checkpoint and ticket counter
- Before you get on, you must pass through the car park checkpoint.
- There is a small café and toilets where you can rest before continuing.
- Doi Inthanon Hmong Market
- Fresh products from the hill tribes, souvenirs, and philtre coffee.
- A great place to stop and buy food before continuing your ascent.
- Mae Klang Waterfall
- A place to relax and swim.
- It is located near the entrance to the mountain, and is a good first stop.
- Inthanon Royal Project Development Centre
- There are restaurants, cafés and a flower garden here.
- There is also a sales area for Royal Project products.
- Wachirathan Waterfall
- A large and beautiful waterfall with a viewpoint and shops.
- The sound of the water is powerful and refreshing.
- Kew Mae Pan (beautiful in winter).
- A 3-4 km long nature trail.
- A place to watch the sea of mist and the sunrise.
- Phra Mahathat Chedi Naphamethanidon – Naphaphonphumisiri
- A favourite place to rest and take photos.
- A flower garden surrounds the chedi.
- Doi Inthanon summit
- The highest point in Thailand.
- A sign reads: “The highest point in Thailand”
- The air is cool and the forest is densely overgrown with moss.
