CHIANG MAI MOUNTAIN BIKE TOUR

        Spend a great day mountain biking in Northern Thailand's premiere National Parks. We run daily Mountain biking trips from Chiang Mai into the nearby mountains . Below are our 10 most popular trips . They are fantastic mountain biking tours based from Chiang Mai City. We pick you up at a reasonable hour and head for the trails and mountain tops for a great day of mountain biking . Transportation to and from the riding areas is provided by Chiang Mai Mountain Biking. You enjoy maximum time in the beautiful nature of northern Thailand and let us worry about the rest...

THE EGLES ROUTE # 1

This is a great intro ride to off road mountain biking. The descent through Doi Suthep National Park presents us with great views of the Mae Ping Valley below and makes this one of the most scenic and popular rides.G

TRIP DESCRIPTION DOWNHILL, UP COUNTRY RIDE National forest and plantation access dirt road with ruts, rock gardens, mud and sand traps, some steep down hills at times but very manageable.

Our 4 wheel drive transportation takes us to the top of Doi Pui mountain 1600m( 5400 feet) above the Palace and Doi Suthep Temple. After viewing Doi Pui Village below and some stretching, we prepare our Cycles and get ready to ride down to our favorite coffee plantation. This first part of the trip helps us to evaluate your riding ability and we talk about techniques to make your downhill cycling even more enjoyable. Everyone is encouraged to practice the newly learned techniques. The trail leads straight down the mountain with at times steep downhill riding, Absolute no lengthy up hills disturb the rhythm and spirit of the forest, At our many rest points we enjoy the beautiful views of Chiang Mai below.

The challenging terrain of the route capture our full attention. The wild growth of the forest hugs the path. Half way down, we leave the dirt path and head straight through the forest on single track over roots and rocks , A well deserved break at a secret waterfall, and then single track all the way to the lake for lunch. This ride, although not easy, is a great introduction to off road downhill mountain biking. At the Lake a our favorite Lunch spot prepares the well deserved meal for us. After Lunch we head back to Chiang Mai the lazy way, in the truck and full of great memories.

When: Daily 9:30 am-3:30 pm. All year rain or shine Trip: Doi Pui to Hui Tung Thao Lake Location: Mountain 5400 feet elevation , above Chiang Mai Biking time: Approx: 3 hrs, 25 km Elevation change: From 5400 feet (1600 m) to 1200 feet (400 m) Riding Conditions: 99% downhill, rarely used dirt road and single track. Flora: Pine forest, jungle, plantations Levels: Beginners through experts Personal fitness: Okay Instructions: Yes Tour Price : 1,450 Bht / person

THE HIGHLANDER'S ROUTE # 2

Doi Suthep Park at its finest, starting at the summit, off road changes to single track leading us deep into a highland jungle gorge, a physical challenging climb out and a lengthy downhill rewards us with great views.

TRIP DESCRIPTION Cross Country Ride with downhill National forest and plantation access dirt road with ruts, rock gardens, mud and sand traps, some steep down hills, turning into single track completely unused by vehicular traffic, long steep uphill, great if you are in top shape. Very rewarding.

Our 4 wheel drive transportation takes us to the top of Doi Pui mountain ( 5300 feet) above the Palace and Doi Suthep Temple. After viewing Doi Pui Village below and some stretching we prepare our Cycles and get ready to ride down to our favorite coffee plantation . This first part of the trip helps us to evaluate your riding ability and we talk about techniques to make your downhill cycling even more enjoyable. Everyone is encouraged to practice the newly learned techniques. Further downhill we turn west at the forest intersection where we continue gradually downhill, enjoying higher speeds and control. After passing a high country Royal Planting Project, we enter the great divide, a barely used and unmaintained path. We practice our art of Mountain Biking, moving in and out of ruts, over rocks and roots, and quickly arrive in the deep jungle gully between the two mountains. Now at 3200 feet elevation, we notice the tropical forest emerging from the pine woods, with huge banana leaves and plenty of bamboo filtering the light. Once at the bottom of the gully we begin a long and rewarding uphill back to 4100 feet, some ride, some walk, concentrating and preserving energy on the way to our summit. A 200 year old bamboo grove greets us at the top, where a lengthy and well deserved break is taken.

Continuing along the high road with fantastic views of the valley below we ride a gradual , long downhill. Warmed up we play in and out of ruts and holes, sand traps and rocks. The challenging terrain forces us to maintain full concentration on riding and moves us into ” the zone “ of the sport. The hill tribe village at the end of the forest trail brings us back to civilization. Once in the Mesa Valley we enjoy a beautiful winding paved road downhill all the way to our favorite eating spot near Wat Ampawan. Technically challenging at higher speeds and easy at slower speeds , but definitely an achievement.

When: Daily 9:30 am-4:30 pm. All year rain or shine Trip: Doi Pui to Maesa Valley Location: Mountain 5400 feet elevation, above Chiang Mai Biking time: Approx: 4 hrs, 35 km Elevation change: From 5400 feet (1600 m) down to 3200(1100 m) up to 4100 feet and down to 1200 feet (400 m) Riding Conditions: 75% downhill, rarely used dirt road Flora: Pine forest, jungle, plantations Levels : Motivated beginners through experts Personal fitness: Good Instructions: Yes Tour Price : 1,550 Bht / person

THE OLD SMUGGLERS ROUTE # 3
Traversing and climbing along the remote mountain tops of the National Park, we enjoy these scenic rides with a challenging downhill section into the Mae Ping and Samoeng Valley.
TRIP DESCRIPTION Cross Country Ride with downhill National forest and plantation access dirt road with ruts, rock gardens, mud and sand traps, long steep down hills, rarely used by small farm vehicles, short steep uphills, great if you are in shape. Very rewarding.
Our 4 wheel drive transportation takes us to the top of Doi Pui mountain ( 5400 feet) above the Palace and Doi Suthep Temple. After viewing Doi Pui Village below and some stretching, we prepare our Cycles and get ready to ride down to our favorite coffee plantation . This first part of the trip helps us to evaluate your riding ability and we talk about techniques to make your downhill cycling even more enjoyable. Everyone is encouraged to practice the newly learned techniques. After the coffee break we keep riding down hill until we reach our route west into the next valley. Fantastic forest riding with great views from open plantations, are followed by a break at a refreshing mountain creek.
With only short steep up hills we wind our way across the valley, past small farm houses while witnessing the local hill tribes in there natural environment. Then we ride further down hill between plantations and forest with beautiful pine trees changing to eucalyptus growth on the way down to the Mae Rim Valley floor. The rarely used forest road presents the rider with plenty of challenges. This trip ends at beautiful Wat Ampawan, where our driver is waiting for us. A late lunch at a secluded Orchid Farm with a small lake, gives us a chance to reflect on significant events during this eventful day. This forest /farm road is hardly traveled and is perfect for mountain biking, allowing speed, but challenging your riding abilities. This is very secluded riding and you will feel deep appreciation for the local ecology.
When: Daily 9:30 am-4:30 pm. All year rain or shine Trip: Doi Pui to Wat Ampawan , Maesa Valley Location: Mountain 5400 feet elevation , above Chiang Mai Biking time: Approx: 4 hrs, 35 km Elevation change : From 5400 feet (1600m) down to 1200 feet (400 m) Riding Conditions: 85% downhill, rarely used dirt road Flora: Pine forest, jungle, plantations Levels: Motivated beginners through experts Personal fitness : Good Instructions: Yes Tour Price  : 1,550 Bht / person

 

 

THE HUNTER'S ESCAPE ROUTE # 4

Ride the longest, the most extreme and best researched downhill tracks in Thailand and South East Asia. Remote and forgotten hill tribe trails are the play ground. Join us and ride with other advanced mountain bikers and our knowledgeable staff riders.

TRIP DESCRIPTION DOWNHILL, UP COUNTRY RIDE Steep and long foot paths winding through the jungle, at times overgrown with bushes and bamboo, lots of roots and rocks. Trip 4a: advanced level - 60% off road, 40% single track Trip 4b: advanced level - 5% off road, 95% single track Trip 4c: expert level - 20% off road, 80% single track, 100% downhill Trip 4d: advanced level - 100% single track, 100% downhill

There are days worth of steep, technical advanced downhill and challenging cross country single track in heavily wooded areas. Trails are usually small foot paths rarely used by hunters and hill tribes , we usually spend hrs riding without meeting anyone. The beautiful Doi Suthep National Park and surrounding area is the perfect playground for the advanced rider. Bring your own bike or ride one of our full suspension mountain bikes . You are guaranteed to have a great time. We have so much fun riding here that you can ride with us DAILY. Our extensive knowledge of the local mountains is a great benefit to the advanced mountain biker. Unmatched by anyone or anywhere in Thailand.

So if you want to RIDE, We mean really ride some awesome trails , "The Hunters Escape series " is your best choice . We provide all safety gear (if you like it or not). Bring your own clip less if you need them and a great sense of humor as you grind down the trail. Call today… operators are standing by... (ha ha ) unless we are riding and than we get back to you this evening.

When: Daily 9:30 am- 3:30 pm. All year rain or shine Trip: Doi Pui to Chiang Mai and surrounding areas Location: Mountain 5400 feet elevation, above Chiang Mai Biking time: Approx: 3-4 hrs, 20-25 km Elevation change : From 5400 feet (1600m) down to 1200 feet (400m) Riding Conditions: 60-100% downhill, single track & off road Flora: Pine forest, jungle, plantations Levels: Advanced through expert Personal fitness : Good/excellent Instructions: Yes... but not to much talking (busy watching the trail) Tour Price  : 1,550 Bht / person

THE ELIMINATOR ROUTE  #  5

Only the strongest and the most fit will enjoy this very long and hot adventure down Pakia Mountain in to the upper Pakia Valley down to the Mae Taeng River. Putting all your skills and endurance to the test, we are pushing the envelope in exploration of Thailand's back country.

TRIP DESCRIPTION CROSS COUNTRY / DOWNHILL

This ride includes an awesome 4 wheel drive tour up to a 5700 foot mountain across from the famous Doi Chiang Dao, the last tooth of the Himalayas . From here we ride straight down into the upper Mae Taeng Valley (2600 feet elevation) on hardly used fast dirt road. There is lots of steep downhill and plenty of beautiful views. Once in the valley we experience single track winding up and down over numerous small hills through farm land and hill tribe villages . Finally we meet a dirt road again and work our way up over two medium size mountains. Then we get to enjoy another long winding down hill run, where again we can practice the art of downhill mountain biking.

Once in the valley, we ride through rice fields and hill tribe villages to the Mae Taeng river at the small village of Sopkai where our driver awaits us.  This is a very long day and beginners have to sit this one out. You should be in excellent shape and have ample biking experience. The natural beauty and hill tribe experience is astonishing, but comes with some physical sacrifice.

When: 7:30 am-6:00 pm. By special request also optional 2nd day in our 3 Day Tour Trip: Pakia to Mae Taeng Valley by Sopkai Location: Mountain 5700 feet elevation near Chiang Dao Biking time: Approx: 8 hrs , 45 km Elevation change : From 5700 feet (1750m) down to 2600 feet (800m) up to 3200 feet (990m) down to 1600 feet (500m). Riding Conditions: 60% downhill, barely used dirt road, single track Flora: Pine forest, jungle, plantations, farmland Levels: Intermediate through experts Personal fitness : Excellent, very strenuous Instructions: Yes Tour Price : 2,300 Bht / person

CITY CULTURAL RIDE # 6
Braving the city in the morning hours as this buddhist world comes alive with its monks, temples and markets passing by as we ride onward to the beauty of Lake Huay Tung Thao for an early lunch.
TRIP DESCRIPTION
When: 8:30 am-12:00 pm. All year rain or shine Trip: Mae Ping River (EASY TOUR) Location: Chiang Mai Biking time: Approx: 3 hrs, 25 km Elevation change : None Riding Conditions: Rural country road Flora: Plantations, river growth Levels: All abilities Personal fitness : Okay Instructions: Yes Tour Price : 1,250 Bht / person
THE RAIN FOREST RIDE #  7
One of our greatest cross country jungle rides leaving the unexpecting traveler with a long lasting impression of Northern Thailand's pristine country side.
TRIP DESCRIPTION CROSS COUNTRY
When: 9:30 am-3:30 pm. All year rain or shine Trip: From deep jungle to the Mae Ping River Basin, trip can be easily modified to suit all level of riders Location: Doi Saket... to Mae Ping River Biking time: approx: 3-4 hrs, 20-30km Elevation change : 300 feet (100m) Riding Conditions: Rural country, farm road, single track Flora: Plantations, eucalyptus, pine forest, tropical Jungle Levels: All abilities, great for school classes and families with children Personal fitness : Okay Instructions: Yes Tour Price : 1,450 Bht / person
ABOVE CHIANG MAI # 8
Crusing down through the Suthep National Park past hill tribes villages, the Queen's Palace and a visit to Suthep Temple, magnificent views of Chiang Mai City from way above, this is everyone's all time favorite downhill fun ride.
TRIP DESCRIPTION ROAD RIDE
When: Daily 9:30 am-3:30 pm. All year rain or shine Trip: Doi suthep National Park Location: Above Chiang Mai Biking time: Approx: 3 - 4hrs, 235 km Elevation change : 4000 feet (1200m) Riding Conditions: 100% downhill on tarmac Flora: Pine forest, highland jungle Levels: All abilities Personal fitness : Okay Instructions: Yes Tour Price : 1,450 Bht / person
ABOVE THAILAND # 9
The only way to see Doi Inthanon National Park... by bike and with a 8000 feet advantage. This ride through the park with its beautiful waterfalls is a life time experience.
TRIP DESCRIPTION ROAD RIDE
When: Daily 9:30 am-5:30 pm. All year rain or shine Trip: Doi Inthanon National Park Location: Doi Inthanon, 1 hour 3/4 driving Biking time: Approx: 3-4 hrs, 35 km Elevation change : 6000 feet (2000m) Riding Conditions: 90% downhill on tarmac Flora: Pine forest, highland jungle, farmland Levels: All abilities Personal fitness : Okay Instructions: Yes Tour Price : 2,200 Bht / person
THE SAMOENG LOOP #  10
The fit cyclist will long after this 90 km (45 km of that uphill) ride remember the challenging loop around Doi Suthep with its superb countryside and interesting cultural aspects.
TRIP DESCRIPTION ROAD RIDE
When: Daily 8:30 am-5:30 pm. All year rain or shine Trip: Maesa Valley past Samoeng to Chiang Mai Location: Around Doi Suthep National Park Biking time: Approx: 5 hrs or more, 90 km Elevation change : 2000 feet (600m) Riding Conditions: 50% uphill, 50% downhill on tarmac Flora: Lowland jungle to highland pine forest Levels: Intermediate Personal fitness : Above average Instructions: Yes Tour Price : 2,000 Bht / person
THE MAE TEANG LOOP # 11
The remote area of the upper Mae Taeng Valley features this forgotten road connecting small hill tribe villages in superb mountainscape. Great for fit riding groups and its vehicle support makes it great for a memorable family outing.
TRIP DESCRIPTION ROAD RIDE
When: Daily 8:30 am-5:30 pm. All year rain or shine Trip: Upper Mae Taeng Valley Location: Chiang Dao, Mae Taeng Valley, 50km north of Chiang Mai Biking time: Approx: 5 hrs or more, 40 km Elevation change : 1500 feet (500m) Riding Conditions: 50% uphill, 50% downhill on tarmac Flora: Lowland jungle to highland pine forest Levels: Beginner to intermediate Personal fitness : Average Instructions: Yes Tour Price : 2,000 Bht / person

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