[2025 Mae Hong Son Attraction] Travel Guide for Ban Rak Thai (Updated Jan)
Address:
หมู่บ้านรักไทยแม่ฮ่องสอน Tambon Mok Cham Pae, เมือง Mae Hong Son 58000, Thailand
Opening times:
Opens at 6:20-20:00Open
Recommended sightseeing time:
3-4 hours
Phone:
+66 94 242 6263
Take a boat trip to see the view and atmosphere of the accommodation at Ban Rak Thai.
#Natural attractions
Invite you to take a boat trip and stay in a Chinese-style atmosphere at #ChenFongTeaResort, a resort located in the middle of a tea plantation on a hill.
The accommodation is a private villa decorated in Chinese style.
The walkway is decorated with red lanterns and is only 2-3 minutes from the reservoir.
Wan stayed in a tea plantation house for 2 people.
Although it is a room for 2 people, the room is spacious.
The room has complete facilities.
Other services
🛶 Boat trip service to see the view of Ban Rak Thai
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Chenfong Rakthai Resort - (Chenfong Rakthai Resort Tea Plantation House
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Including accommodation in Rak Thai Village #MaeHongSon 🏮 🍃
A zone near the lake and near the village's landmark
📍Chenfong Rakthai Resort - (Chenfong Resort Tea Plantation, Ban Rak Thai)
🏡 Location: Ban Rak Thai, Tambon Mok Cham Pae, Mueang, Mae Hong Son 58000
🌷#Ban Rak Thai Accommodation
Chenfong Rakthai Resort - (Chenfong Resort Tea Plantation, Ban Rak Thai)
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A villa resort with free parking. This is another popular accommodation for tourists who love the natural atmosphere and tranquility of Ban Rak Thai. The rooms are Deluxe Villa, which can accommodate 4 people, at 300 baht per person. For families, there are Family Villas and Family Rooms, which can accommodate up to 6 people. Each house is warmly decorated with a private balcony that offers a full view of the tea plantation. It has complete facilities and the accommodation also offers activities such as nature walks, fresh tea picking, or sitting and sipping tea while watching the sunset on the mountain, which is incredibly romantic. Plus, there is also a barbecue pork for you to sit and eat amidst nature.
#Ban Rak Thai accommodation #lake #Mae Hong Son #Ban Rak Thai #beautiful sea
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Ban Rak Thai.
This place is really beautiful and fantastic. It's a Chinese village in the northern part of Thailand. Everything is so cool and peaceful. The people are also friendly.
A very beautiful place, it's cool in the mountains at night. The whole village looks like a set from a Chinese drama.
A place with amazing views. The most beautiful village in Thailand. To see the view of the whole village, go to the shops above. It's worth the long trip to get here.
Here you can buy very good tea.
It's quite difficult to access by public transport. Several kilometers of snake-like roads, don't eat lunch before you travel.
A beautiful little village in the mountains with a lot of Chinese culture. Various kinds of tea. Restaurants with great views of the lake that serve good food. Going out on a boat for morning tea was really cool.
A beautiful Chinese village located in the northern part of Thailand with various Instagrammable spots. P.S. Don't forget to book in advance if you want to take a boat ride. Also, book your hotel in advance during peak season. It's an hour's drive from Mae Hong Son.
Nada Shawky
Ban Rak Thai
A somewhat interesting village . It is remote and getting there takes a while on a windy road. There are many shops selling Chinese goods and food items.
This place is definitely worth a detour. I'm really amazed that they managed to turn such a small pond/lake into a tourist attraction and build so many resorts there. It's possible to walk all the way round the pond/lake in a couple of hours. The best time on the lake is definitely as the sun rises and the mists form above it.
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Miss Thai
The most beautiful village in Thailand
Leewine resort in Ban Rak Thai village, Mae Hong Son province Thailand 🇹🇭
Cottage type guesthouses – made from mud and influenced by Chinese culture, located right at the middle of hill-side tea plantations.
Ban Rak Thai has a beautiful landscape of lush green tea plantations on the slope of hills.
Take a walk around the tea garden on the hills surrounding the village and learn about growing and processing tea products.
A tranquil getaway — the sleeping village is one of the best places to spend a day doing nothing. Absolutely nothing
#village #banrakthai #maehongson
Jum_Thitapa
This winter, you must go to Ban Rak Thai.
#WinterTravel #tripmission
One of the places on my WISHLIST that I want to go to the most.. Ban Rak Thai, Mae Hong Son🏮⛩
A journey of over 4,088 curves to experience Ban Rak Thai, a Yunnan Chinese village with my own eyes..
The Golden Time that makes this place as beautiful as a dream city must be during the winter. In the morning, we will experience the cold, take a boat and watch the mist floating amidst the water. When it starts at 7-8 am, the soft sunlight starts to fall, creating a very beautiful image. 🍶
When you arrive at Ban Rak Thai, you must not miss eating Yunnan pork leg, steamed buns, soft and fluffy pork leg skin, the soup is salty and delicious. In the evening, come and eat grilled pork to chill. We like the pork here very much. The sauce is delicious. They give a lot of local vegetables. 🍖🥬
📍Another highlight is the Chinese house in the tea plantation🌱 At Leewinerukthai Resort, you can come and take pictures in the tea plantation. The entrance fee is only 20 baht per person. Come and see the beautiful view at Ban Rak Thai.
#Ban Rak Thai #Mae Hong Son
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Amazing Route around Chiang Mai!
This route was done in 1 day! However, it gets really tiring especially with the mountainous ride.
Take a sip of tea and a bowl of hot soup noodles in Pang Mahba, dangling your feet off the air! The food was really good too.
Supposedly if you are travelling in a group, it would be great to break the itinerary into a few days, stay overnight in Ban Rak Thai, beautiful Yunan village at the border of Myanmar/China!
Traveluster
Oriental Gem in a hidden Thailand valley
The city name "Ban Rak Thai" is directly translated to "I love Thailand" which was hidden in a valley of Mae Hon Son province in Thailand. The city is well hidden in lush green bamboo and vegetables farm. It's recommended to access via motorbike or car if you have good skills to make it through narrow and steep corners. It's about an hour away from the capital city of Mae Hon Son.
Ras Angela
Enjoy Yunnan-style Chinese breakfast at Lee Wine Rak Thai
When talking about Rak Thai Village, everyone probably thinks of Yunnan Chinese culture. Another thing that is indispensable is having breakfast, which consists of mantou and fried noodles, which are local foods of Rak Thai Village. For those staying at Lee Wine Rak Thai, you can have breakfast at the restaurant until 10:00 a.m. The highlight here is having breakfast while viewing the beautiful reservoir. In the morning, you can see the fog on the water surface. #Ban Rak Thai #Mae Hong Son
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Ban Rak Thai
Ban Rak Thai adalah sebuah perkampungan tanah tinggi kecil yang terletak di wilayah Mae Hong Son, Utara Thailand. Ia terletak di lembah yang dikelilingi oleh bukit dan ladang teh.
Oleh kerana lokasinya yang terpencil, kampung ini masih kurang dikenali oleh pelancong.
Dari segi jarak, tempat ini adalah kira-kira 40KM dari bandar Mae Hong Son dan 250KM dari Chiang Mai. Ia juga sangat dekat dengan sempadan Myanmar (kurang daripada 1km).
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Kian Kiang
Traditional Scenic Thai Chinese Village
Mae Hong Son is located up north of changi mai where there is a little village called Ban Rak Thai located right at the border of Myanmar(Burma).
Getting here alone is almost impossible and I do recommend going by tour normally a small day tour group picking you up at Mae Hong Son Town. This town is a quiet peaceful town surrounding the Khuean Nai Mok Reservior, making this a very beautiful photoshot backdrop for many! And normally people come this town for 2 things, the view and the many tea tasting plantation.
Not many people are aware of such beauty in Thailand, so maybe step out of your comfort zone and travel somewhere out of the norm for once. Oh P.S, I finally also able to get to use my drone without any restrictions. Muahhahaah!!
#fallingforfall #thailand #changmai #teaplantations #view #scenic #breathtaking
Kinnie Kong
Ban Rak Thai, Mae Hong Son
#Ban Rak Thai, Mae Hong Son
Take your girlfriend to drive through more than 4,000 curves and come across this. It's so great.
Ban Rak Thai, a Yunnan Chinese village that many tourists want to experience at least once. I must say that this period is very good. The temperature is 9 degrees. There is a lot of fog on the water. Friends who come during this period will not be disappointed. We confirm that you will fall in love with this place.
😆 What do you have to do when you come to Ban Rak Thai? This is the highlight of this place. Anyone who comes must not miss this activity.
🚣- Take a boat in the middle of the fog rising from the surface of the water. Sip hot tea. It's very good.
It is recommended to book in advance. There are only 5 boats.
The boat trip time is the best.
The fog is 7:00 AM. You can book via Line. Add this number 093-538-8172
🐖- Pork leg with steamed buns + spicy tea leaves salad + steamed buns with hot tea. It's very good.
I recommend the restaurant Lee Wine Rak Thai. The view is beautiful at night.
📷-Walk and take photos at various points
Cafe, wooden bridge next to the tea shop, pavilion in the middle of the tent, high angle viewpoint of Cha Sa Rak Thai and tea plantation of Lee Wine Rak Thai Resort
A very popular spot. If you can't think of a spot, look under the comments.
🥘- Eating grilled pork and watching the lights at night is another highlight that you must organize. The temperature is 9 degrees, hot grilled pork is very satisfying.
🏡We stayed at Nong Nooch Resort, located opposite Lee Wine and Cha Sa. The view is good at night. The lights are very beautiful. If anyone plans to come to Ban Rak Thai, I recommend booking a place to stay. Almost everywhere is full right now.
🛵Our journey for two people, rented a motorcycle from Chiang Mai, drove around until we reached Ban Rak Thai. We drove more than four thousand curves. When we found this, we were delighted.
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Ban Rak Thai, Mae Hong Son Province
Baan Rak Thai is a popular tourist attraction that is worth coming to relax, walk, take photos, enjoy the view, and sip tea or coffee amidst a special atmosphere. It is a Yunnan Chinese village located on a mountain at an altitude of 1,776 meters above sea level, surrounded by mountains and fog, making you feel like you have entered the Dragon Land, China.
The best time to visit is during the winter season, because we will experience the cool air that gently hits our bodies, while sipping coffee and enjoying the view. It is really awesome.
Location: Village No. 6, Mok Champae Subdistrict, Mueang District, Mae Hong Son Province
#MaeHongSon #Mountain #HelloStranger
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Ban Rak Th
Ban Rak Thai, Mae Hong Son - Thailand: The peaceful village surrounded by mountains and tea planation with the lake view in front. Good timing to visit is from Nov - Jan which is a winter time in Thailand. However, it takes quite a long drive to get there.
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Ban Rak Th
Ban Rak Thai – A Hidden Gem!
Visited the breathtaking Ban Rak Thai, a stunning village nestled in the mountains of Northern Thailand. The serene atmosphere, surrounded by lush greenery and a tranquil lake, feels like stepping into another world.
The highlight of the trip? A relaxing boat ride across the lake, followed by savoring authentic Chinese tea while enjoying the cool breeze and panoramic views.
Ban Rak Thai is truly an amazing destination that blends natural beauty and cultural charm seamlessly. Highly recommend it to anyone looking for a peaceful retreat!
#BanRakThai #TravelDiaries #ScenicViews #BoatRideExperience #CulturalEscape
GauravGupta
Cruise through the Chinese Yunnan Village, Rak Thai Village.
In this winter season, we recommend visiting Rak Thai Village in Mae Hong Son Province. Located in Mok Cham Pae Subdistrict, Mueang District, Mae Hong Son Province, this small village of Chinese Yunnan people has a unique charm. The village is nestled among mountains and a lake, providing cool weather all year round, especially in the morning when you can see mist floating above the water.
Rak Thai Village has a distinct Chinese Yunnan culture. Tourists can enjoy local delicacies such as pork knuckle with steamed buns and high-quality tea grown in the area. There are various activities to do, such as cruising on the lake, walking through tea plantations, experiencing the local lifestyle, and staying in Yunnan-style accommodations. We particularly recommend the boat cruise, which can be done both during the day and at night. Enjoy the beautiful scenery while cruising, experiencing the lake surrounded by mountains and morning mist, and the village's enchanting lights at night. The boat cruise is usually affordable, costing around 100-200 baht per person, depending on the service provider and the duration of the cruise.
Travel: From Chiang Mai, you can drive through a winding route, taking about 6 hours, or take public transportation from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son and then transfer to Rak Thai Village.
Music Travelers
Rak Thai Village, Mae Hong Son
Rak Thai Village, Mae Hong Son at night is very good.
The vibe is very good. It's like being in China. Everyone is very beautiful.
If you come to visit Mae Hong Son, don't miss this place.
Rak Thai Village, Mae Hong Son
Visiting Rak Thai Village is like going to China.
The atmosphere around the village plus the cool weather makes you feel like you're really visiting China. We can go sightseeing and take pictures. Or if you want to experience the atmosphere a little more, I recommend staying overnight because in the morning, it's very cool. There will be fog floating over the lake. The atmosphere is very good.
There are many accommodations here, but the most famous and popular one is Lee Wine Ban Rak Thai, a Yunnan-style adobe house that blends in with the village. Or you can try Sarak Thai tea. The atmosphere is just as good.
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Take a boat trip to see the lights of Ban Rak Thai, Mae Hong Son
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Come visit #Ban Rak Thai #Mae Hong Son
Don't miss the activity #Boat trip to see the view of Ban Rak Thai
In the evening, Wan went to eat at #Pang Pao Dim Sum. The restaurant offers a boat trip to see the view. You can bring food to eat on the boat. So #Boat trip to eat dinner and see the view of the lights in the village
The boat of the restaurant is an oak-colored boat in an ancient Chinese style. In the whole village, there are only two boats, only the food of the restaurant
I personally like the food on the boat. It tastes good.
🔸Pork leg with steamed buns
🔸Spicy tea salad with canned fish leaves
🔸Dim sum, shrimp dumplings and stuffed eggs that the restaurant makes itself
Since visiting Ban Rak Thai, changing the atmosphere of dinner to a boat trip like this is a great atmosphere. If anyone is interested in this, come to #Pang Pao Dim Sum. The food is delicious and the service is very good.
Location Ban Rak Thai, Mae Hong Son
#Pang Pao Dim Sum #Ban Rak Thai Boat Trip #Ban Rak Thai #Mae Hong Son #Yunnan Chinese Food #tripzeed
Trip zeed
Rak Thai Village, Mae Hong Son
Rak Thai Village in Mae Hong Son is nestled in a valley. Originally, it was inhabited by Yunnan Chinese people. The village features a large lake in the center, surrounded by tea plantations. Recommended activities include waking up early to watch the sunrise and sea of mist, taking a morning boat ride, strolling through the village to observe the local lifestyle, and tasting famous Yunnan Chinese dishes such as stewed pork leg with steamed buns. Spending a night here will give you the energy to continue your journey the next day.
Pooh_Polaris
Ban Rak Thai : Chinese village on thailand's border with Myanmar
Ban Rak Thai, also known as Mae Aw, is a small, picturesque village located in northern Thailand near the Myanmar border, specifically within the Mae Hong Son Province. This village is known for its rich Chinese heritage, as it was settled by Kuomintang soldiers who fled China during the Chinese Civil War in the 1940s.
Ban Rak Thai, which translates to “Village that Loves Thailand,” is set in a scenic, mountainous area surrounded by lush forests and a beautiful lake. It’s renowned for its tea plantations and traditional Chinese tea culture, offering tourists a unique experience where they can taste local teas, visit tea plantations, and enjoy traditional Chinese dishes like Yunnan-style cuisine. The village’s architecture, featuring traditional Chinese-style buildings, and the misty morning views over the lake create a charming and peaceful atmosphere, making Ban Rak Thai a popular destination for both Thai and international tourists.
Visitors to Ban Rak Thai can explore local markets, hike the surrounding hills, or stay in cozy guesthouses and resorts, many of which provide views of the serene lake.
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nafidurmus
Chen Fong Tea Plantation Resort, Ban Rak Thai
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🍃Today we will #reviewresorts. This place is called "Cha Chen Fong Resort". It is a Chinese-style resort in the middle of a tea plantation, in the middle of the Ban Rak Thai valley, Mae Hong Son Province. This resort is very large. There are many houses lined up on the ridge along the tea plantation.
🍃Each house is separate. Each house has a private balcony. We stayed in a family room for 4 people. The room is very spacious. The bed is wide and comfortable. It has complete facilities. The bathroom is wide. You can sit and relax on the balcony. When it gets cold at night, you can move to sit in the room because the area is wide.
🍃There is a TV, refrigerator, water heater, wifi, a table inside the room and outside the balcony. The surrounding atmosphere is decorated in Chinese style. It is beautiful for taking pictures. It is not far from the reservoir. You can walk to take a boat.
🍃There is a Chinese-style breakfast buffet and a cafe. If you come here, you should not miss trying Chinese tea. For those who do not like tea, there are other menus such as coffee, cocoa. The rooms are inexpensive. There is a parking lot.
📍Location: Cha Chen Fong Resort, Ban Rak Thai, Mueang District, Mae Hong Son Province
Gobgabp
Ban Rak Thai, Mae Hong Son.
⛩️Today, we will take you on a cultural trip to “Ban Rak Thai” in Mae Hong Son province. This is a Yunnan Chinese village nestled in the mountains with a large lake in the center, giving you the feeling of being in China.
⛩️The highlight here is the boat ride on the lake. The most popular times are in the morning and evening. In the morning, you can enjoy the sunrise view against the light mist and beautiful mountains, with fresh air. On the boat, you can also taste the unique tea of this place. If you take the boat ride in the evening until night, you will experience a different atmosphere with romantic lights around the lake.
⛩️Additionally, you can rent traditional Chinese outfits, which are very popular among tourists. Don't worry about feeling shy because most tourists here wear traditional Chinese outfits. The village is filled with accommodations, shops, restaurants, Chinese-style hotpot restaurants, and many Chinese tea shops because the area is surrounded by tea plantations. The tea here is very fragrant and can be tasted for free in many places. It is a hub of Chinese culture, including clothing and food.
📍Location: Ban Rak Thai, Mueang District, Mae Hong Son Province.
Gobgabp
A Trip to Rak Thai Village, But Who Do You Love?
Year-End Trip 2024
Exploring Secondary Cities
Rak Thai Village in Mae Hong Son Province
I traveled alone, taking a train and then a van from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son, navigating through 4,088 curves. After that, I rented a motorbike to reach Rak Thai Village. I arrived in the evening, packed my bags, and went to bed to fight the freezing weather.
Woke up early to sip coffee, breathe in the fresh air, watch boats on the river, and spend the year-end reflecting on the past year.
And I realized that 'Having money = Happiness' 😂😂😂
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Ban Tak Thai village
#traveldiaries
This Ban Rak Thai village, founded by the Yunnan people, is located in the Makhao Sang area. It is about six hours from Chiang Mai.
According to the locals, it is also known as Mae Aw Village 💁♀️
Traditional Chinese houses with small red lanterns hanging on them... Tea fields planted along the hillside... The beauty of this Ban Rak Thai village is depicted...
In the middle of the village, there are also small marinas where you can go boating...
Relaxing on the street with small red lanterns hanging... The Night Market, where you can enjoy the night beauty of the mountain area, is also famous in this village
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Elizabeth ND Ko
Rak Thai Village
If you visit Mae Hong Son and Pai, don't forget to stop by Rak Thai Village. This Yunnan Chinese village features a large pond in the center, with excellent weather and very cold nights. The town has a beautiful Chinese-style charm, with great views and a wonderful atmosphere. The accommodations are lovely and Chinese-themed. Don't forget to try the Yunnan pork leg paired with steamed buns. There are tea and plum shops offering free samples. A morning boat ride is incredibly beautiful. Make sure to bring some nice outfits for photos.
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With the nature Ban Rak Thai
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Ban Rak Thai (literally "the Thai-loving village"), also known as Mae Aw in many guide books and some maps, is a city near Mae Hong Son (44 km). It was settled by former Kuomintang (KMT) (Nationalist) fighters from Yunnan province, China, after the Communist takeover of China in 1949.
It is tucked away near the border of Myanmar, this charming village is a unique blend of cultural richness and natural beauty.
Renowned for its serene lake, verdant tea plantations, and traditional Yunnanese influences, Ban Rak Thai transports visitors to a world where time seems to slow down.
Ban Rak Thai is a stunningly beautiful village in Mae Hong Son Province, right next to the Myanmar border. This is one of several Yunnanese enclave towns.
Full with nature and specific environments with greenish make the village perfect and peaceful.
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Elizabeth ND Ko
Ban Rak Thai, Mae Hong Son🎀
Take a car to Ban Rak Thai. Let me tell you, it's sore ass🍑 There are thousands of curves. If you get carsick, you might have to stop and throw up 5555. But when you get there, I must say it's worth it. Especially going in the winter from December to February, taking a boat in the morning is so cool. There's cool fog. Drinking hot tea is worth the trip. It's like being in China. Eh 5555 The restaurants are delicious. The prices are a bit high. There are a lot of places to stay. You should go.🤩🌟
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168 Rak Thai, beautiful accommodation with a bathtub, Ban Rak Thai, Mae Hong Son
Baan Rak Thai Reservoir Accommodation is a great place to relax with your partner or family. It comes with breakfast and a comfortable bed. It is located in the Chinese Village community in Mae Hong Son Province. A complete breakfast is provided. Enjoy the atmosphere of a boat trip and tea tasting at Baan Rak Thai. #168rakthairesort #Baan Rak Thai #Good atmosphere accommodation
Tongj
Ban Rak Thai
Ban Rak Thai, located in Mok Cham Pae Subdistrict, Mueang District, Mae Hong Son Province, is not far from Pang Ung. It is a village of Yunnan Chinese people. Almost all the buildings in the village are in Chinese style. The overall atmosphere still maintains its original state, except for the area around the lake where there are more accommodations. From my latest visit, several new accommodations are being constructed to cater to tourists. However, the charm of Ban Rak Thai lies in its preservation of the unique Chinese community identity, including the food (they don't use fish sauce there, they use salt instead, which is quite interesting).