2 Days Trek Lod Cave – Nature’s Depth and Village Life in Harmony
Drift through ancient caverns, hike lush forest paths, and stay in a Tai-Yai village on this responsible adventure.
Nature shapes its stories slowly—in water-carved caves, in forest-grown paths, in cultures that endure. The 2 days trek Lod Cave tour follows these quiet stories. This eco-friendly experience leads you into one of Thailand’s most awe-inspiring natural formations, then onward into the heart of Tai-Yai village life. Over two mindful days, you’ll raft into the shadowy vastness of Lod Cave, hike trails beneath a forest canopy, and share a home-cooked meal with locals in Ban Mae Lana. For those who seek beauty that lasts beyond the moment, this journey offers both depth and peace.
Day 1: Depart from your hotel in Pai or Mae Hong Son and head north along curving mountain roads. Pause at the Pang Mapha viewpoint where ridgelines roll into mist. Next, descend into the belly of Lod Cave, floating on a bamboo raft along the Nam Lang stream. Towering stone chambers, prehistoric coffins, and the quiet drip of water create a setting untouched by time. After lunch, begin a moderate 3–4 hour hike starting at Ban Bo Krai. The trail winds through farms, patches of conservation forest, and hills alive with birdsong. Arrive in the evening at Ban Mae Lana, a village nestled in nature. Your hosts greet you with a meal made from ingredients grown nearby. You sleep in a traditional homestay, embraced by mountain silence.
Day 2: Rise early for a gentle walk to the village temple, where locals begin their day with merit-making. After breakfast, spend the morning learning from Tai-Yai residents. Watch sesame seeds pressed into oil, sugarcane turned into syrup, bamboo woven into daily items, and textiles crafted by hand. The experience is slow and participatory. You’re not a guest—you’re part of the morning. Later, join your host in preparing a Tai-Yai lunch using regional herbs and traditional techniques. After a warm farewell, begin the return journey through the mountains, leaving with a memory etched not only in photos, but in spirit.
The 2 days trek Lod Cave tour goes beyond sightseeing—it brings you into harmony with land and people. With every step and shared moment, you learn to travel slower, deeper, and more consciously. It’s the kind of experience that leaves the place better—and leaves you changed.
Tour Price
| GROUP SIZE | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| price/person (Thai Baht) | 14600 | 8700 | 6800 | 5900 | 5400 | 5100 | 4900 | 4700 |
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Itinerary
Day1
- 08:00 AM pickup from hotel in Pai or Mae Hong Son
- Stop at Pang Mapha viewpoint for panoramic photos
- Drift into Lod Cave by bamboo raft via Nam Lang stream
- Explore massive caverns and ancient wooden coffins
- Lunch at a local Thai restaurant nearby
- Start trek from Ban Bo Krai (3–4 hours)
- Hike through diverse terrain and forest paths
- Arrive in Ban Mae Lana village, enjoy dinner and rest
Day2
- Visit village temple for morning offering ritual
- Enjoy breakfast at your homestay
- Cultural village tour: sesame oil pressing, weaving, sugarcane work
- Learn Tai-Yai cooking with your host and enjoy lunch
- Say goodbye to your host family
- Drive back to Mae Hong Son, arrive by late afternoon
Include
- English-speaking guide
- Local guide
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Homestay 1 night
- 4 Meals
- Drinking water
- Snacks
Exclude
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Personal Expenses
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Gratuities for driver and guide (not mandatory)
Pickup time: 08:00 - 08:30
Availability: Daily
Trip Duration : 2 Days 1 Night
Private Tour Maximum 8 Person/Group
What to bring?
- Changing Clothes
- Sturdy walking and climbing shoes
- Mosquito repellent for comfort
- Hat and sunglasses
- Sunscreen
Transport type
Maximum group size will be 8 persons