Hill Tribes

Trekking through the hills of Northern Thailand

Retired Thai Army Major Joe “Kap” and his crew welcomed us into their home and provided us with a full-service dinner, music, dancing, and a traditional ceremony... read more »

Visiting the Akha and Lahu Hill Tribe Villages

The Akha live in raised houses, with one room set aside for paying respect to ancestors. Guardian spirits are said to preside over the carved wooden gates that distinguish the village. The women wear black caps covered with silver coins, which is how members of this tribe are most easily identified... read more »

Trekking through the hill tribes of Northern Thailand

These four days of walking are a highlight for most travelers on this trip. We’re on our feet for up to four hours a day in hilly terrain, sleeping the nights in basic village huts. This is a great opportunity to meet the locals and learn about life in a number of ethnic hilltribe communities, an eye-opening experience! ...

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