Doi Mae Sa Long

Review

Doi Mae Salong, a beautiful viewpoint of the mountain that changes with the seasons. The community has a history of being Chinese from the 93rd Division, making the culture and food on the mountain an interesting blend. When you visit, you will not only find beautiful tea fields and views, but also experience the taste of traditional Chinese food, such as pork leg and tofu, that is unforgettable. Doi Mae Salong also offers new accommodations and beautiful cafés that will make every moment memorable. Come and recharge your batteries in the peaceful and natural atmosphere of Chiang Rai.

History of Doi Mae Salong

Doi Mae Salong was a prohibited and fearful area in the past because it was a battleground for the soldiers who migrated here. However, because this was a settlement for the migrants, there are a lot of Chinese people here. It is also the top area for growing tea, which brings in Chinese culture, food, and various traditions.

Information

Temperature: The average temperature per year is between 15-20 degrees Celsius. During the coldest months, December-January, the temperature drops to 4-6 degrees Celsius at night. During the hottest month, April, the temperature ranges from 25-32 degrees Celsius. The weather is cool, not too hot or too cold, between June-November with temperatures from 15-20 degrees Celsius.

Distance: The round trip distance is approximately 36 kilometers

Elevation: The highest point is 1,200 meters above sea level

Porter: Not Available

Traveling

• By car: 2 routes

  • From Chiang Rai, turn left at Mae Chan towards Route 1089, pass the Pong Phra hot spring, and arrive at Kew Sa Tae intersection. Turn right and go up Doi Mae Salong for about 15 km

  • Take Route 1 through Mae Chan to Mae Sai, and at the 9 km junction, turn left and go up Doi for 16 km

• By plane

  Arrive at Mae Fah Luang Airport, hire a car or motorbike, or take a taxi to visit Mae Salong Park

• By bus

  Arrive at the old bus station in Chiang Rai, take the green minibus to Mae Sai, or take a van to Mae Loei at the Mae Chan market

Contact:

• Telephone: 053 765 129 (Mae Salong Nok Subdistrict Administration Organization), 053-710-024 (Viewpoint)

• Fax: 053 765 409

• Email: maesalonglocal@hotmail.com, saraban@maesalongnok.go.th

• Facebook: Mae Salong Nok Subdistrict Administration Organization, Mae Fah Luang District, Chiang Rai

• Village Headman, Mae Salong Nok Subdistrict Administration Organization: Mr. Surasak Thaweephiradeekhaimuk

  • Position: Headman of Mae Salong Nok Subdistrict Administration Organization

Hours of Operation: 8.00 – 17.00

Image Reference: https://www.thairath.co.th