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Towering 2,275 metres above mean sea level, Doi Luang Chiang Dao is the kingdom's tallest limestone mountain. Thanks to its tremendous size and unmistakable jagged peak, which are considerably different from other surrounding mountains, Doi Luang Chiang Dao is easily recognisable, even from the viewpoint of Huai Nam Dang National Park, located 30km or so away. But appreciating the grandeur of Doi Luang Chiang Dao from afar is nothing compared to actually experiencing the wonderful world up there. The 360-degree vista from the chilly summit and the plethora of flowering plants found nowhere else in Thailand are the major reasons that make this mighty mountain a dream destination for nature lovers.

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Doi Luang Chiang Dao Wildlife Sanctuary : tel. 089-955-1471, 053-455-802 Klae Paedrew: tel. 081-993-8397

From Chiang Mai, take Chiang Dao bus from Chang Phuek Bus Terminal. Chiang Dao is a small town and the headquarters of the wildlife sanctuary is not far away. The easiest way to arrange a hiking trip up Doi Luang Chiang Dao is to contact Khun Klae Paetrew or other locals. They can help you with getting permission from the wildlife sanctuary and find you porters to carry your camping gear as well as food and water for both drinking and other purposes.


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