Mae Sa Waterfall
Mae Sa Waterfall
One of Chiang Mai's best waterfalls features impressive ten-level cascade system along 1.
Located 25km north (Mae Rim route, halfway between Chiang Mai and Mon Jam), the ฿200 entry justifies 2-3 hour exploration across multiple levels with picnic areas at various tiers. Popular weekend spot for Thais and tourists means morning or weekday visits avoid biggest crowds.
Easy combination with Mae Rim elephant sanctuaries, Queen Sirikit Botanical Garden, and Mon Cham viewpoint creates comprehensive day trip maximizing the 25km drive north.
Monika's Tip
Start at tier 10 (top) and work down—you're descending rather than climbing in heat, and the lower tiers have better swimming pools. Most people ascend getting exhausted by tier 5 and never reaching top. Driving to upper parking lets you see all 10 tiers comfortably.
Practical Info
- Levels10 tiers, 1.2km connecting trail
- OptionsClimb waterfall or use safer alongside path
- Duration2-3 hours proper exploration
- Location25km north, Mae Rim route
- FacilitiesPicnic areas at multiple tiers
- EnvironmentShaded forest trails
- CombinationsElephant sanctuaries, Botanical Garden, Mon Cham
Budget
฿฿ (Mid-range) - ฿200 entry
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