Photo of the week - Mae Kok River, Chiang Rai

Chiang Rai’s river, Mae Kok originates from Shan State, Burma and flows through Thaton (a small but picturesque town north of Chiang Mai Province). The 130km long river then passes through spectacular landscapes to Chiang Rai city, and finally into Mekong River at Chiang Klong.

There are many long tail boat tours along the Mae Kok River, as well as quite a few hill-tribe villages that you can visit such as Akha, Lisu and Karen Villages. One of the Karen Villages, Ruammit, is a popular destination. The villagers raise elephants for daily work in the jungle, and elephant riding is available. If your boat passes Ruammit Village late in the afternoons, you will be able to see elephants bathing in the river!

When you come to Chiang Mai, why not consider spending a few days in Chiang Rai?

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