Pai is a lush area with many friendly people. It is host to an array of interesting, delicious, and relaxing activities. The local people are Thai, Thai Yai and the hill-tribes Lisu, Akkha, Lahu and Karen making for a festival of color, dress, and custom.
The town rests on the floor of a valley where many local people grow Thailand’s most famous export: rice. Many other crops are grown locally like cotton, bananas, bamboo, soy beans, pumpkins, watermelon, and more. The surrounding mountains have shielded its inhabitants from the hustle and bustle of the outside world for centuries. It’s a private and cozy setting for rest as well as play.
Seasons of Pai
The seasons of Pai are relatively unchanging and mild which make it the ideal destination throughout the year. Green Season From May through the end of October, this time is also known as the monsoon season. There is frequent rain which is complemented by ample sunshine in between showers. Average Temperature: 24º C – 32º…
Coffee
The coffee we serve is a blend of Arabica coffee from Hill Tribe coffee farms and from our own coffee plants at PaiNa PaiTa. We have a few options for your enjoyment, something for any taste: espresso, moka pot, French press, or pour over. Always freshly brewed. There’s nothing like good coffee, a hammock, and…
Attractions of Pai
Many attractions await you in Pai. Beautiful waterfalls, immersive walks through the forest, whitewater rafting, day and evening markets, and the opportunity to sample traditional Thai cuisine from the myriad restaurants that dot the town and surrounds. We are more than happy to suggest things to do in Pai. Pai Canyon, a World War Two…
Temples in Pai
There are many monasteries or temples (Wat) around Pai. Here are a few to get you started: Wat Phra That Mae Yen The giant white Buddha overlooks Amphoe Pai from the East. This temple sits in the hills a short drive out of town. It’s close enough for riding a bicycle. There are two ways…
Hot Springs in Pai
Pai is surrounded by natural hot springs which are famous for promoting good health. These hot springs bubble up from the ground in the middle of our tropical national forest, relaxing among nature and benefiting from their renowned health-promoting properties, with nothing but the sounds of the birds to accompany them (and the occasional local…
History of Pai
While recorded history starts 800 years ago, it is said that Pai has been inhabited for the last 5,000 years. Throughout this time, there have been multiple tribal migrations to the area. One of the famous conflicts of the area happened 400 years ago between the highly admired Thai King Naresuan and the Burmese kingdom…