Hiking at Ban Huai Kaeo throws you into the untamed beauty of Mae Hong Son province, where mist curls around mountain peaks and the White Karen people thrive. Nestled 35 km south of Mae Hong Son Town, Ban Huai Kaeo is a village where trails pulse with life, and every step connects you to centuries-old traditions. This isn’t a stroll—it’s a lively dance with nature, guided by Karen locals who laugh at muddy boots and cheer on first-time foragers.

You’ll tackle steep forest paths, your boots sinking into damp earth as sunlight filters through teak canopies. Wild fruit trees—mango, lychee, and jackfruit—line the route, their branches heavy with treats. By midday, you’ll grill river fish in bamboo tubes, the smoke mingling with the scent of crushed lemongrass. Post-lunch, wander the village, where looms clack rhythmically and elders pound rice wine in wooden mortars. From June to November, join rice planting—a muddy, joyous chaos where seedlings become hope.

This Mae Hong Son hiking trail is for those who crave stories written in mud, sweat, and laughter.

This is real hiking—no crowds, no paved paths. Learn ancestral foraging, taste jungle-to-table meals, and support a White Karen community preserving their heritage.