Discover the Mae Taeng valley (Chiang Mai)
Sightseeing
Attractions, sightseeing and adventure in the Mae Taeng valley and surroundings
This amazing temple complex is one of the largest and most impressive in the region. It dominates the Mae Taeng valley. Drive your own vehicle, or for the more adventurous, hire a mountain-bike from Le Cocotier. A short cycling ride will get you there as this must visit Temple is located only 6 km from Le Cocotier, on easy flat rural roads.
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Wat Ban Den
This amazing temple complex is one of the largest and most impressive in the region. It dominates the Mae Taeng valley. Drive your own vehicle, or for the more adventurous, hire a mountain-bike from Le Cocotier. A short cycling ride will get you there as this must visit Temple is located only 6 km from Le Cocotier, on easy flat rural roads.
The Buatong waterfall is also called "sticky waterfall" due to the limestone deposits over the rocks (actually very common to waterfalls in Thailand). This is one of the most popular waterfall in the area and is located only 16km from Le Cocotier. Enjoy a splash or perhaps walk the nature trail leading to the bottom of the falls. Great for picnic lunches also. Food stalls available there.
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Bua Tong fossar
The Buatong waterfall is also called "sticky waterfall" due to the limestone deposits over the rocks (actually very common to waterfalls in Thailand). This is one of the most popular waterfall in the area and is located only 16km from Le Cocotier. Enjoy a splash or perhaps walk the nature trail leading to the bottom of the falls. Great for picnic lunches also. Food stalls available there.
Lodging
Accommodation in the Mae Taeng valley
Le Cocotier is comfortable boutique hotel located in the heart of the Mae Taeng valley. A great place to chill out away from the city, and a base for exploring the Mae Taeng valley and beyond.
Le Cocotier Resort
Le Cocotier is comfortable boutique hotel located in the heart of the Mae Taeng valley. A great place to chill out away from the city, and a base for exploring the Mae Taeng valley and beyond.
Nature
Mae Taeng river, located in the foothills of the west side of the valley, the Mae Taeng river is a must see destination for adventure seekers, especially if you like white water rafting (in season only). During the dry season (hot season) there are many cafés and various spots to relax and refresh on the river bank. The main spot, Ban Muang Kut, is located 25km from Le Cocotier.
Taeng River
Mae Taeng river, located in the foothills of the west side of the valley, the Mae Taeng river is a must see destination for adventure seekers, especially if you like white water rafting (in season only). During the dry season (hot season) there are many cafés and various spots to relax and refresh on the river bank. The main spot, Ban Muang Kut, is located 25km from Le Cocotier.
Mae Ngat Somboon Chon Dam
ENP or Elephant Nature Park. This is the original Elephant rescue sanctuary. One of the largest operation. Dedicated to the elephants. Only 22km from Le Cocotier.
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Náttúruvörðurinn Elephant
289ENP or Elephant Nature Park. This is the original Elephant rescue sanctuary. One of the largest operation. Dedicated to the elephants. Only 22km from Le Cocotier.
Neighborhoods
The Chiang Dao valley. The Doi Luang Chiang Dao (the country's third tallest mountain) is dominating the valley. At the bottom, lies the Chiang Dao caves and buddhist sanctuary, are an interesting destination for exploration and culture. On the east side of the valley we can find some hill tribe villages, with easy access by vehicle or two wheels.
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Chiang Dao
The Chiang Dao valley. The Doi Luang Chiang Dao (the country's third tallest mountain) is dominating the valley. At the bottom, lies the Chiang Dao caves and buddhist sanctuary, are an interesting destination for exploration and culture. On the east side of the valley we can find some hill tribe villages, with easy access by vehicle or two wheels.
Food scene
A great cafe and restaurant located on the Mae Taeng river bank. A long drive (30km) from Le Cocotier, but worth the trip when exploring with your own wheels.
Stay wild & Cafe
ทางหลวงชนบท ชม.3052A great cafe and restaurant located on the Mae Taeng river bank. A long drive (30km) from Le Cocotier, but worth the trip when exploring with your own wheels.
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Le Cocotier can be your perfect tour base
Family travel in the region! At Le Cocotier, you will find convenient and spacious family rooms. Some rooms have one or two bunkbeds. Parents can sleep in a regular 5 feet bed (Queen size bed) and have up to 4 kids in their own bunkbeds. This is unique in the area. We have also an amazing tropical garden in which they can play and relax. Le Cocotier can also organise activities for the little ones, within the property grounds, as cycling, paddling on the small lake, have a fun fishing experience.
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Trekking in the Mae Taeng highlands
From Le Cocotier, you can book a day excursion, or an overnight trek in the Mae Taeng highlands. A great trip, to experience jungle, nature and the culture of this area located in the 1000 meters altitude. Fresh air, great sights. Suitable for children too, as we offer various levels of difficulties. Located 35km from Le Cocotier.
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Bicycle and mountain bike rental
If you don't have your own vehicle, and you like cycling, you can rent a sturdy mountain bikes to explore the area. We also have regular pushbikes if you prefer for a more leisurely ride.
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Avoid commuting back and forth whilst exploring the area
Instead of commuting down to the city exploring the Chiang Dao and Mae Taeng area, north of Chiang Mai city, think about spending a few nights in the heart of the action, at Le Cocotier.