Top Things to do in Mae Rim
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Top 10 Things to do in Mae Rim, Thailand
Discover the best top things to do in Mae Rim, Thailand including Da's Organic Farm Hut Thai Cooking School, Fresh Start Fitness Holiday Bootcamp, Wat Phra That Hariphunchai, Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Baan Hongnual Cookery School, Maerim Elephant Sanctuary, Elephant POOPOOPAPER Park, Siam Insect Zoo, Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden, Mon Jam.
Restaurants in Mae Rim
1. Da's Organic Farm Hut Thai Cooking School
Overall Ratings
5 based on 122 reviews
Da's farm was passed down to him from his parents and has been in his family for generations. When you visit the beautiful organic garden, he'll tell you more about the history and show you all of his organic herbs and vegetables. Da grows rice, various types of basil, green beans, mushrooms, tomatoes, bananas, papaya, pineapple, galangal, ginger, and much much more! Almost all of the ingredients that you cook will come from his garden, freshly picked!
Reviewed By Niki I - Chicago, Illinois
We had a great time learning how to make traditional Thai food and also experiencing the farmers market with a local. Great class and Da is full of knowledge and makes the experience so wonderful! Thank you!
Be aware that the bathroom at the farm is a "traditional" Thai toilet
2. Fresh Start Fitness Holiday Bootcamp
Overall Ratings
5 based on 154 reviews
Fresh Start is fitness boot camp based in Chiang Mai Northern Thailand.We provide fitness boot camp holidays and one day activity days. Our team is here for YOU and we will motivate and encourage you every step of the way. We have a fantastic varied program and you will also experience Thai culture as we go out and about. The resort is set in a quaint rural Thai village and is surrounded by rolling hills and rice paddy fields. Chiang Mai has the mildest year round temperatures and breath taking unspoiled landscapes. There are two fresh water swimming pools,far saunas, herbal steam room, tea house, spa and massage facilities, exercise track, tennis court and a 18 meter exercise sala which is surrounded by the spa's organic farm. An idyllic and breath taking location. The perfect place to re-charge your batteries, kick start your fitness and feel closer to nature. So if you are looking for boot camp holidays in the sun or boot camp holidays abroad then we would love to have you.
Reviewed By Disha D
Wow...what can I say? I just had to come back here...it was like coming home in a way. The familiar beauty of Chiang Mai, the peaceful setting of the Pavana Resort, the excellent food at Radiance restaurant and the perfect spa & infrared sauna treatments - and of course, the Fresh Start Bootcamp fitness program and the passionate people behind it that make it the success it is.
I was excited to come back for the week from 18th-25th August, because I knew how just 1 week with Fresh Start could transform me. I lost 2.2kg, 2.7% body fat and an incredible 8cm from my waist in just one week. I couldn't believe the 8cm number so I had myself measured a couple of times to be sure haha!
I have to say a very big thank you to Anton for being such an amazing Instructor. Anton was very intuitive and motivated each and every person in the group to take their fitness to the next level. In my case, this meant extra long rounds of Muay Thai sessions, push-ups, pull-ups, sprinting, one-legged squats, uphill cycling and so much more. Anton even did an extra Muay Thai surprise session for us on the last day after bootcamp finished!! Really going above and beyond, so thank you Anton! By the way, Anton also has some cool ideas for fitness on the go - for example, burpees at the airport anyone? :D
I had few goals in mind from the last time I went to Bootcamp. First time around, I didn't complete the cycling day i.e. I didn't cycle the last 5-6 kms back to camp. This time I was determined to cycle all of the 30 kms we did that day and guess what - I did! Slowly but steadily with the superb motivation of Anton & Lek :) Anton even challenged us with a super steep slope and when we got to the top drenched in sweat (yes, you feel like you are under a shower the whole time!), the whole group was so happy to have worked together supporting and encouraging each other all the way. Furthermore, last time I really struggled to get to Level 10 of the Waterfall taking an hour or so easily and this time I took about 30 minutes (and running downhill on the way back!!) :D
Another thing to mention is that Anton was very creative and ensured that people who had been at bootcamp for over 1 week did not get bored doing the same activities. We went on different hiking trips to national parks not visited before, we swam in the 'Grand Canyon', we played team games (which were surprising super calorie burning) and canoed in the massive swimming pool at Prem School and also had Aqua sessions at Pavana.
We had a wonderful group of people from Qatar, UK, Canada, Bermuda & India - it was such a fun group and everyone was inspired & inspiring :) Some people stayed on for 2-3 weeks, some for 4 and one even for 7 weeks. That says a lot about the kind of place that Fresh Start is.
My favourite part about the bootcamp were the circuit sessions, HIIT training, cardio tennis, the Muay Thai sessions and of course the cycling day. The days were hard work but there was a great sense of accomplishment come 6pm each evening.
You know how sometimes we eat while being distracted by the TV or mobile phone and can't remember whether we ate or not or what it is that we ate? Eating food at Fresh Start was like meditation and we all ended up savoring and relishing each and every bite. Never in our lives had any of us given so much attention to the food we were eating - the taste, texture, aroma etc. I was amazed when I had black coffee once during bootcamp and could only think of its taste for the next 10 minutes - bootcamp really helped bring me in tune with food and connect with what I eat instead of being distracted and wolfing everything down.
To conclude, I recommend Fresh Start to anyone looking to do just that. I myself hope to return later this year for my 3rd time and take my fitness to the next level.
3. Wat Phra That Hariphunchai
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 169 reviews
Reviewed By jajavalB - Bangkok
There is "สลากย้อม" festival during3-5september , it's a merit fair marking with "Salark Yom" many 4-5 metered poles decorayed with colorful papers placing around the vicinity of temple. This stupa is glazed in gold color. It's claimed to be a pagoda for people who were born in year of rooster.
4. Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
Located high in the hills above Chiang Mai, this magnificent temple was commissioned by King Kuena, ruler of the region from 1367-1388.
Reviewed By Dan K - The Hague, The Netherlands
We got up early at 5 am, in order to see the sunrise on Doi Suthep. And beat the traffic while doing so. Around six it was already getting more busy on the roads, until we arrived at the part where the climb up started.
I would not advise to go up this mountain if you don’t have a motorcycle driving license or little driving experience. It’s a steep climb on an hairpin bend infested road. Also, don’t go up when it rains. The upper layer of the tarmac is non existent, meaning it will be slippery as hell when it rains.
Also, the rubber of vehicle tires will form a very thin layer on the tarmac when it’s hot. As soon as it rains, this layer will turn in to an almost invisible layer of rubber foam, turning the road in to a slippery slope. And since it’s a mountain, water will come pouring down the road. Sometimes even as a flash flood, due to the severity of tropical showers. So I repeat: don’t go up in the rain on a motor scooter! You’re playing with your life.
Because of the early hour it was nice and quite. We did see a lot of mountain bikers and road cyclists going up (and down again). Even the odd runner or two. Wow, respect!
We arrived at the temple around 6:30 am. The sun had just risen, but it was very foggy due to bush fires (in March farmers burn their land in preparation for the rain season).
There where about 10 people in the temple, minus the monks. We had the whole place for ourselves. We saw the monks receiving alms and chant morning prayer. Very impressive to see.
Due to the fog, we couldn’t see Chiang Mai well. Still we could notice we where high on a mountain as the air was nice and cool.
After Wat Doi Suthep we went further up the mountain to Bubhing Palace. See my other review about it. We didn’t go to the Doi Suthep viewpoint on the mountain, as it was to foggy.
The descend into Chiang Mai went smooth. We also visited the Montha Than Waterfall on the way down. I’ve also written a review about that.
5. Baan Hongnual Cookery School
Overall Ratings
5 based on 90 reviews
A Lanna style school located in a country-side village, Just 15 minutes from the city of Chiang Mai. The school offers lessons in how to cook delicious Thai food, Thai sweets, fruit-carving and presentation. When cooking Thai food, various local spices, that enhances your health and physical well-being, are used as ingredients. It is the ideal school to learn how to cook Thai food, to preserve the traditions for generations to come. The atmosphere surrounding the school is filled with warmth, understanding empathy and helpfulness, all representing ancient, traditional Lanna custom and culture. It is our aim to teach you how to cook delicious and sumptuous Thai food perfectly and to preserve this culinary art for future generations.
Reviewed By Pili M - Port Angeles
Not only did I learn how to prepare spring rolls and Pad Thai, but I learned a few other cooking tips from our patient and delightful chef. Well organized facility. And we received a cookbook!Thank you ,then cook more for healthy.
6. Mae Rim Elephant Sanctuary
Overall Ratings
5 based on 522 reviews
Maerim Elephant Sanctuary - "Where elephants are loved and respected."
Reviewed By bjornevalen - Sliema, Malta
Maerim Elephant Sanctuary is highly recommended. Friendly staff, great food, magnificent elephants, and all in all a great experience. And best of all is knowing that the money you spend there goes to the preservation of these vulnerable creatures. They are all the time acquiring new elephants from living in captivity in riding or logging camps, and making sure that these wonderful animals get the love and compassion they deserve.
7. Elephant POOPOOPAPER Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 519 reviews
Elephant POOPOOPAPER Park is an eco-friendly, outdoor museum park that explains the unique steps involved in making our world famous paper products from elephant poop fibers! See artisans crafting! Learn a bit about the history of paper! Take incredible pictures! Visit our Adobe Cafe and grab a pile of souvenirs at the POO-tique Gift Shop - full of incredible products made from elephant poop!
Reviewed By John H - Rochester, United Kingdom
We stopped here as part of our elephant trip and would have missed it as an independent choice. It is ideal for children and adults offering hands on paper making from elephant poo. So ecological. You can buy there paper products their but they are also available in plenty of other shops and the airport in Chaing Mai.
8. Siam Insect Zoo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 275 reviews
The Siam Insect-Zoo & Museum is a great place for famlies visiting Chiang Mai. The facility was renovated in 2010 and includes exhibits with insects ranging from caterpillars to beetles to butterflies.
Reviewed By peterandraewyn - Sydney, Australia
Thorough and engaging collection of dead (pinned) insects, and a wonderful collection of living spiders, butterflies, scorpions, lizards, turtles, and some others. We had an expert staff member lead us through each living exhibit and answer questions. Scientific information about insects & arachnids worldwide is provided. The highlight though is handling all live exhibits except tarantulas - yes, even the scorpions can be held! Adults & children all fascinated.
9. Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 468 reviews
The Queen Sirkit Botanic Garden is one of the most renowned Gardens in Thailand and a major hub for scientific research. Visitors can view beautiful Thai orchids and palms while walking around the expansive grounds.
Reviewed By GreyEyes71 - Modena, Italy
Entrance fee is THB 100/person + THB 100/car. This place is worth for a visit (avoid the hottest hours of the day). The canopy walks offer nice views and emotions. I expected a much better collection of orchids. Natural science museum is not interesting as it only contains pictures.
10. Mon Jam
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 308 reviews
Reviewed By garethsekai - Singapore, Singapore
Short 1 hour drive from Chiang Mai brings you to this hidden gem known to locals only.
Beautiful sunflower garden with awesome views. Excellent coffee, food and cake! Enjoy sipping coffee at the pavilion overseeing gorgeous mountain views while hanging out your feet at the pavilion - what more can you ask for!
Place is really crowded on weekends so recommend weekdays. Parking is limited.
You can also opt to camp overnight at mon Indao. Sleep in a tent for (500-700 baht) with probably noisy party neighbours or better wooden cabin for 1000+. You can also enjoy mookata outside your tent. (1 set good for 2 @ 400baht) Very romantic and cooling at night. Enjoy the sunset / sunrise.
Toilet facilities are very good with hot shower and very clean.
This is my favourite place to retreat from Chiang Mai.
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