Experience the Local Thai way of Life

Get closer to and experience the real Thailand, through our 'local way of life' tours that offer a hands on  cultural immersion experience in Mae Sariang, Mae Hong Son province - a rural valley where glimpses of traditional rural life and authentic hilltribe villages can still be found. Stay with local and hill tribe families, and learn about their customs and authentic village family life. An interactive, fun, authentic and educational experience, suitable for all ages and backgrounds. We can customise a 'Local way of life' experience for you, with a choice of activities such as:

Hilltribe homestay
	Immerse yourself in hill tribe culture and way of life, by staying with a hill tribe family. Learn about their simple but rich way of life with nature, and enjoy making connections with your host family as you share daily activites together such as preparing the evening meal.

Fishing
	For fishing enthusiasts our local guide 'A' can take you to experience fishing with the locals

Cycling
	Explore the fertile landscapes and natural beauty of Mae Sariang valley by bike. The ride will take you through town and the surrounding rice fields and teak wood forested areas

Farming
	Farmers play a cenral role in Thai society. If you are lucky enough to visit during planting or harvesting season, you can get hands on and join local farmers on the fields, and learn first hand about how rice and other crops are grown.

Cotton Weaving
	Cotton weaving is an age old tradition for hill tribe women and plays an important part of their cultural heritage and way of life. Observe and learn about this time honoured skill and the intricate process involved to create beautiul pieces of cotton

Learn how to make silver jewellery
	The Lawa and Karen hill tribes are reknown silversmiths, who still use traditional methods passed down through generations to create unique and beautiful pieces of silver jewellery. Get hands on and learn how to make a simple silver ring with the village silversmith.

Location - Mae Sariang                      Mae Sariang town lies in a peaceful mountain valley in Mae Hong Son province, is located 180km south west of Chiang Mai and takes approx 4hrs drive. A daily and regular local minivan service departs from Chiang Mai Arcade Bus station to Mae Sariang town.  Or we can provide a transfer service from Chiang Mai. Please contact us  for more details or advice on how to reach Mae Sariang.

Contact us Please send an email to - mja1906@gmail.com  if you are interested in this experience and would like more details. Please also check your junk folder as our reply maybe filtered as spam by mistake