Doi Inthanon Facts

October 4th, 2009

Below are some Doi Inthanon facts. Doi Inthanon or Doi Inthanon National Park is one of Chiang Mai’s best attractions. Doi Inthanon has the mountain that is the highest in Thailand above sea level. Doi Inthanon is part of the Himalayas, which ranges across Nepal, Bhutan, Myanmar, and ends in Northern Thailand. Doi Inthanon is very interesting for ornithologists.

When is the best time to visit Doi Inthanon and Doi Inthanon National Park?

Although you can visit Doi Inthanon and Doi Inthanon National Park throughout the year, the best time to see the waterfalls at Doi Inthanon is May through November. The best time for seeing wild flowers is December through February. The best time for ornithologists is November through March.

Where is Doi Inthanon and how to get there?

Doi Inthanon is not that far from the City of Chiang Mai but if you don’t know your way around, you can get lost. You can travel 58 kilometers west of Chiang Mai via Highway No. 107 to Chom Thong, then turn right into Highway No. 1009 and continue another 48 kilometers along Highway No. 1009 to the summit of Doi Inthanon.

Is there an entrance fee to Doi Inthanon and Doi Inthanon National Park?

Yes. You need to pay a small entrance fee to Doi Inthanon and Doi Inthanon National Park at Km. 8.

Can I take a bus to Doi Inthanon and Doi Inthanon National Park?

Yes. Doi Inthanon and Doi Inthanon National Park can be reached by the local Chiang Mai bus or local truck called Song Thaeo from Phra That Chom Thong or Mae Klang Waterfall. The bus runs to Doi Inthanon National Park office and neighboring villages. It costs 20 baht.

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