• Hill Tribes West of Pai

The mountains west of Pai toward the Myanmar border support Lisu, Karen, Shan, and other hill tribe villages. Some villages welcome visitors through trekking operators or independent visits.

  • Sop Pong
    A small town, 25 km west of Pai, serving as gateway to Lod Cave and the surrounding Shan villages. Tham Lod is a magnificent massive cave with underground river navigable by bamboo raft, home to impressive stalactites and stalagmites. Local guides are required.
  • Lisu Tribal Village
    Several Lisu villages in the mountains surrounding Pai welcome day visitors while offering handicrafts, traditional architecture exploration, and trekking opportunities.
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