Bamboo Nest de Chiang Rai

Top choice in Chiang Rai Province


The Lahu village that’s home to this unique place is only an hour's drive from Chiang Rai but feels very remote. Accommodation consists of simple but spacious bamboo huts perched on a steep hill overlooking tiered rice fields. Electricity is provided by solar panels, so give your devices a rest and instead take part in activities ranging from birdwatching to hiking.

Bamboo Nest is located about 2km from the headquarters of Lamnamkok National Park; free transport to/from Chiang Rai is available for those staying for two nights or more.


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