motorbike trip to San Pakia village
Additional Information
This trip is not an organised tour, we do not organize any motorcycle tours.
We recommend you rent a quality motorcycle in Chiang Mai, as we do not provide motorcycle rental at Le Cocotier.
This is simply touring information provided for our guests.
We are not responsible for any possible consequences on any motorcycle or touring trip.
Go at your own risk! This route should be considered by experienced motorcycle riders only.
Check our partner link list to find out about motorcycle organised tours in North Thailand.
Off Road Motorcycle trip to San Pa Kia (or 4WD vehicle)
( สถานีวิจัยเกษตรที่สูงป่าเกี๊ยะ Agriculture research station)
Ban San Pa Kia School, 8RJ9+6F6, Chiang Dao, Chiang Dao District, Chiang Mai 50170
This is an amazing loop. For prepared and experienced riders only.
The station is located at 1574m altitude.
Loop from Le Cocotier: total distance approximately 90 km.
Best time of the year: November till end of February (not recommended during rainy season, unless you are experienced riders)
Recommendations: Let know about your plan to your friends or our staff at the hotel.
Do not attempt this trip alone. Take a pack lunch or snacks, a windbreaker and a fleece. A bottle of drinking water. Wear a helmet, bring gloves, sunglasses, and a camera/phone.
This is a full day trip, depart early so you have time to stop and see the amazing sights and views from the mountains of Northern Thailand.
Drive up to the Agricultural research station, then visit the Hmong village San Pa Kia.
You can find a small petrol station at the Hmong village, as well as a noodle shop.
Just above the village or at the agricultural station you should be able to find food and drink, especially during the holiday periods. But to be certain, take a pack lunch.
Eventually there are a few very basic accommodation spots providing small bungalows or tents, so you could consider an overnight trip up there.
Trip elevation gain is 1900+ meters. You can do a loop as per the map below, or find other trails which are most likely traced on google maps.
Ban Pakia is at 1450 meters altitude, so it can be very cool as soon as the sun goes down.
Get directions here: https://goo.gl/maps/CQmfG6Cdyd9WDvqu9
See the map below:
Amazing views during the winter season