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Beyond the Pavement: After a comfortable VIP van ride, we switch to a 4WD off-road adventure. You’ll penetrate deep into a remote Karen hill tribe village—a place where life still follows the rhythm of nature, far from the reach of mass tourism.
Nature with Purpose: This is "Slow Tourism" in action. You won’t just pass through the forest; you’ll help sustain it. From planting a coffee tree to give back to the land, to walking through ancient forest-grown coffee farms, you are part of the ecosystem.
True Local Connection: Share a meal and a conversation. Enjoy a farm-to-table vegetarian lunch sourced directly from the village soil. You’ll learn the art of hand-roasting and V60 brewing from the very farmers who call these mountains home.
This isn’t just a tour; it’s a rare invitation into a way of life that remains unfiltered and real. You’ll return not just with memories, but with a bag of coffee you roasted yourself and a deeper connection to the earth.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Your Morning Pickup: Easy & On-Time
⏰ Pickup Time Confirmation: We will contact you 1 day before the tour to confirm your exact pickup time (usually between 06:50 - 07:30 AM). On the morning of the tour, please be ready in your lobby. We plan our route carefully to ensure you wait no more than 10 minutes from your scheduled time.
⚠️ Why Punctuality Matters (Please Read) Since we travel far deep into the mountains for a full adventure, every minute counts! A late start affects the whole group and may result in shortening our trekking or workshop time. To ensure everyone gets the full experience, please be on time.
✅ Free Pickup Zones:
- Old City (and within 3 km)
- Chang Klan, Charean Prathet Area
- Nimman Area
- Warorot Market & Night Bazaar (If your hotel is outside these zones, we will contact you to arrange a meeting point.)
- Wat Get Area
Staying at a Condo or Airbnb? Google Maps can sometimes be tricky. Please send us the Full Building Name and exact location to ensure we find you easily.
How to Spot Us: Look for our VIP Van and a friendly guide holding a "Chiang Mai Hill tribe Coffee Tour" sign.
Need Confirmation? If you haven't heard from us about your pickup time, feel free to message us via Viator Chat. We are a local coffee farmer team, and we reply ASAP!
Itinerary
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1Chiang Mai
06:50 – 07:30 AM | Hotel Pickup: Pick up from your hotel (within 3 km of Chiang Mai Old City). Prepare for a journey away from the modern world.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Into the Karen Highlands (Off-Road Adventure): Drive into the mountains and switch to a 4WD vehicle. We venture off-road into remote regions where the Karen community maintains their traditional lifestyle, untouched by mass tourism. ** Coffee Forest Trek (50-60 minutes): We'll then hike through a hidden coffee estate. You'll learn to identify coffee plants as they grow wild, deeply connected to the forest ecosystem.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3
Wisdom of the Forest (Trekking & Coffee Walk): Trek through lush forests where coffee grows harmonizing with nature. Learn about the Karen’s sustainable farming, herbal medicine, and how they have protected these forests for generations. See how coffee is not just a crop, but part of a balanced ecosystem.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
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Planting for the Future: Participate in the Karen tradition of stewardship. Plant a coffee tree with your own hands, contributing to the preservation of the forest and leaving a living legacy in the mountains.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5Mae Wang
Farm-to-Table Lunch (Karen Style): Enjoy a wholesome vegetarian lunch prepared with fresh ingredients from the village farm. Experience the flavors of a diet rooted in nature—simple, organic, and deeply nourishing.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Mae Wang
Hands-On Roasting Masterclass: Learn the craftsmanship passed down through experience. Roast your own batch of green beans, learning how to control fire and heat to unlock the bean's true potential.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Mae Wang
The Art of Brewing (V60 Workshop): Conclude your learning by mastering the V60 pour-over method. Understand how to brew the perfect cup that honors the hard work of the farmers. ** ROAST YOUR OWN: Get hands-on and fire-roast your own batch of premium Arabica. This is your edible souvenir. ** BREW YOUR CUP: We'll show you how to brew a V60 pour-over. You'll taste the difference the forest makes. It's not about being a perfect "master"; it's about connecting with the craft.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Chiang Mai
By 5:30pm-6:30pm, we'll drop you off at your hotel feeling happy, caffeinated, and full of awesome memories!
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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