Hiking to the Mae Yen waterfall, Pai - Thailand

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The Mae Yen waterfall is an epic jungle water case near the peaceful mountain town of Pai in Thailand. If you are looking for epic day trip adventures or short independent hikes in Pai, then the Mae Yen waterfall is perhaps just the thing for you!

The way to the waterfall is an adventure in itself. Although the hike is pretty simple, it takes at least two hours for a distance. On the way you pass banana plantations, jungle flow systems and incredible landscapes in northern Thailand.

How do you get to the Mae Yen waterfall?

The best way to get to the Mae Yen waterfall is to rent a motorcycle in Pai and drive to the beginning of the hiking trail. As far as I know, there are no guided hikes to Mae Yen, so you have to tackle them alone.
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The starting point of the Mae Yen waterfall

The starting point of the Mae Yen waterfall is located next to a campsite called "Wunderland Camping", about 10 minutes from Pai. You can find it marked on the map below, or you can alternatively search for "Mae Yen Waterfall Hiking Trail".

As soon as you have arrived at the campsite, you can park your motorcycle and cross the first river next to the campsite. The first crossing gives a small foretaste of what awaits you along the way!
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Mae-Yen waterfall hiking trail

After crossing the first river, continue on the wider street through a banana plantation and a small village until you finally get into the denser jungle fold.
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From here they follow the river throughout the 2-hour hike, which is actually the source of the waterfall. Along the route, cross the same river 36 times (we counted) before finally climbing a rather steep last section and finally reaching the Mae Yen waterfall.

For free! In contrast to some other waterfalls in Pai, this does not cost you a single baht!

Hiking length: The hike to the Mae Yen waterfall takes about 2 hours per route.

Distance: About 6 km per route.

Difficulty of the hike: The path is flat for most of the hike and relatively simple, apart from a steep last section at the end.
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Tip: It is usually possible to buy bananas in the small village near the beginning of the hiking trail.

Mae yen waterfall GPX file

If you want to be on the safe side, you can download this GPX file for your cell phone or GPS watch.

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To Chiang Rai? Don't miss my favorite waterfall: Mae Sai Waterfall

Mae-Yen waterfall

Although it is less popular than other waterfalls in the area, it is the best waterfall in Pai in my opinion! As soon as you arrive, enter a beautiful jungle oasis that is surrounded by steep, moss -covered rock walls.

The Mae Yen waterfall actually consists of three steep levels that result in small pools. The lower Bool is quite flat and definitely does not allow cliff jumping or diving. However, you probably want to make the best of it by cooling down in the fresh flowing waters.

If you are careful, it is possible to climb the right side of the waterfall in order to sit in a small, hip -high basin at the bottom of the second river. You have to be careful because it is very slippery and remember to keep an eye out for changes in the conditions.

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Best accommodation in Pai

My Pai Accommodation: Wake Up in Paidieser Place was one of the cheapest options for a clean dormitory with a free breakfast in Pai. The hotel is located in the center near motorcycle rental, cafés and walking street market.

Best rated guest house: Pai Yard Backpackerssuper cheap accommodation with incredible reviews. Clean room, good location, good price and good food.

Famous Pai hostel: Circus Hostel Paidieser place is a favorite in Pai for those who are looking for a great atmosphere. There is a large pool with gentle mountain scenes and warehouse fires every evening. If you want to meet other backpackers to visit the Mae Yen waterfall with you, this is probably the right place.

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Over to you

I hope that this travel guide is sufficient for the Mae Yen waterfall in Pai Thailand to bring them from the leaked paths to the epic jungle of North Thailand. If you have any questions, please leave a comment or even send me a message.
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