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The 2 Day Karen Homestay Experience
2 days
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Day 1: Chiang Mai - Karen Village
Stop At: Longneck Karen Village, 262 M.6, Ban Paoo Nanglae Subdistrict, Chiang Rai 57100 Thailand
Longneck Karen is one of Karen tribes. They call themselves Padaung. It is believed that originally they came from Yunnan Province, central China. Later in 1000 AD according to the history, they migrated to Salween River Basin in Myanmar. In 1995, there were approximately 25,000 Padaungs living in Myanmar. They mainly live on traditional agricultural activities. After political incident against the minorities in Myanmar, Padaungs have evacuated from Myanmar and until now cannot fully identify where is the major location they are living in. It is believed that they scattered all over the area and co-live with other minority group that armed so that they can be protected.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Lunch: Picnic Lunch
• Dinner: Dinner at Karen Village
Accommodation included: House within the Karen Village itself. Basic conditions as this is a homestay. No air-conditioning and shared bathrooms.
Day 2: Karen Village - Chiang Mai
Stop At: Longneck Karen Village, 262 M.6, Ban Paoo Nanglae Subdistrict, Chiang Rai 57100 Thailand
Longneck Karen is one of Karen tribes. They call themselves Padaung. It is believed that originally they came from Yunnan Province, central China. Later in 1000 AD according to the history, they migrated to Salween River Basin in Myanmar. In 1995, there were approximately 25,000 Padaungs living in Myanmar. They mainly live on traditional agricultural activities. After political incident against the minorities in Myanmar, Padaungs have evacuated from Myanmar and until now cannot fully identify where is the major location they are living in. It is believed that they scattered all over the area and co-live with other minority group that armed so that they can be protected.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast at Karen Village
• Lunch: Lunch at private house
No accommodation included on this day.
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Day 1: Chiang Mai - Karen Village
Stop At: Longneck Karen Village, 262 M.6, Ban Paoo Nanglae Subdistrict, Chiang Rai 57100 Thailand
Longneck Karen is one of Karen tribes. They call themselves Padaung. It is believed that originally they came from Yunnan Province, central China. Later in 1000 AD according to the history, they migrated to Salween River Basin in Myanmar. In 1995, there were approximately 25,000 Padaungs living in Myanmar. They mainly live on traditional agricultural activities. After political incident against the minorities in Myanmar, Padaungs have evacuated from Myanmar and until now cannot fully identify where is the major location they are living in. It is believed that they scattered all over the area and co-live with other minority group that armed so that they can be protected.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Lunch: Picnic Lunch
• Dinner: Dinner at Karen Village
Accommodation included: House within the Karen Village itself. Basic conditions as this is a homestay. No air-conditioning and shared bathrooms.
Day 2: Karen Village - Chiang Mai
Stop At: Longneck Karen Village, 262 M.6, Ban Paoo Nanglae Subdistrict, Chiang Rai 57100 Thailand
Longneck Karen is one of Karen tribes. They call themselves Padaung. It is believed that originally they came from Yunnan Province, central China. Later in 1000 AD according to the history, they migrated to Salween River Basin in Myanmar. In 1995, there were approximately 25,000 Padaungs living in Myanmar. They mainly live on traditional agricultural activities. After political incident against the minorities in Myanmar, Padaungs have evacuated from Myanmar and until now cannot fully identify where is the major location they are living in. It is believed that they scattered all over the area and co-live with other minority group that armed so that they can be protected.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast at Karen Village
• Lunch: Lunch at private house
No accommodation included on this day.
Included
- 1x Breakfast
- 1x Dinner
- 2x Lunch
- Accommodation included: 1 night
- Pick up/Drop off all hotels in Chiang Mai city area, Airport and Train Station
- Entrance fees
- Transportation by pick up truck
- Shared homestay accommodation in village with shared bathroom
- Bamboo rafting (about 45 minutes)
- Leaflet with practical information
- Entry/Admission - Longneck Karen Village
Not included
- Gratuities (optional)
- Drinks
- Any purchases of a personal nature (souvenirs, etc.)
- Meals other than those mentioned in the program
- Suppliment for travelling on certain dates (quoted separately if applicable)
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- At least 2 people are required for this activity to take place. Single traveler may book this product, but is subject to availability and cancellation if minimum number of people is not met on the activity day.
- Child rate applies once minimum of 2 adults booked
- Should your travel plans change after booking, do not worry. I Asia Thailand will do all possible to change your booking to fit with your new travel arrangements free of charge.
- Departures of Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays only (subject to change)
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Features
Tourism
90%
Cultural
65%
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