Tree House Mae Mae Village

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Open Days: Daily (it’s recommended to contact the accommodation in advance if you plan to stay overnight, join activities, or visit during festivals)

Opening Hours: Visit any time (recommended 07.00–17.30 to explore the community and leave before dark)

 

Tree House Mae Mae is a vivid reminder that you can “escape the city” without creating extra chaos, because the heart of this place isn’t about selling a staged “wow.” It’s about truly being surrounded by nature in Mae Mae Village, Mae Na Subdistrict, Chiang Dao District, Chiang Mai. The area around the village is wrapped in green forest and mountain ridgelines, which helps the overall climate feel cooler than the lowlands through much of the year. And the quiet here isn’t lifeless silence—it’s a calm layered with the sound of water, the movement of wind, and the rhythm of daily community life.

 

Mae Mae Village is one of Chiang Mai’s peaceful corners that many people want to keep as “their own,” because nature is still here without being rushed into a product. You’ll see lush forest, mountains all around, and certain higher points where the view opens wide—making an overnight stay feel completely different from sleeping in the city. Especially in the morning, when you wake up to mountains and air that feels noticeably cleaner, the happiness is simple, but very real.

 

One reason so many travelers fall for Mae Mae is that many accommodations are designed to blend into the natural setting, using local materials like bamboo and wood. The result feels warm and close to the forest—not luxury that tries to be loud, but comfort that’s just right. And if you’re serious about “resting your brain,” you may find that mobile signal or internet is unstable in some parts of the area. For a lot of people, that becomes a hidden advantage: you stop scrolling, and somehow return to your own time more easily than expected.

 

Local food is another reason Mae Mae stays with you. You may get to taste familiar northern dishes in a different context, like khao soi, nam prik ong, or meals made with seasonal local ingredients such as fresh vegetables, forest fruits, or certain wild-sourced items the community knows well. The special part isn’t only the flavor—it’s eating amid the green and the quiet, where a meal turns into a genuine pause for the heart without needing to try.

 

Activities in Mae Mae suit travelers who like nature without packing the day with strict schedules. You can hike to enjoy forest-and-mountain scenery, visit community farmland or plant plots connected to local livelihoods, walk along the stream, or look for a small waterfall or a quiet swimming spot hidden along community paths (it’s recommended to coordinate with your host or accommodation first, for safety and to respect working land). And if you’re interested in real learning through living alongside locals, seeing farm work, harvest routines, and careful, moderate use of natural resources can turn Mae Mae from simply “a beautiful place” into “a meaningful place.”

 

The best time to visit Mae Mae is often the rainy season through early winter, when nature is intensely green, streams and waterfalls feel alive, and the weather is comfortable. If you want photos of terraced fields or seasonal landscape shifts, it’s best to ask the community or your accommodation in advance, because rainfall patterns and harvest cycles can differ each year. Winter (November–February) is ideal for waking up to mist and cool air, but you should pack enough warm clothing, since temperatures can drop quickly at night in higher elevations.

 

Getting There You can drive from Chiang Mai city via the Chiang Mai–Chiang Dao route, then take the local community road into Mae Mae. According to local accommodation information, the distance from Chiang Mai to Mae Mae is about 74 km, and from Chiang Dao town to Mae Mae is about 9 km. The final section is a winding mountain road, and some parts may be narrow. Use a well-maintained vehicle, drive carefully, and allow extra travel time—especially during the rainy season when roads can be slippery and visibility reduced.

 

Another thing worth doing is “respecting community ways of life.” Mae Mae is a place where people truly live and work—it isn’t only a photo backdrop. Before photographing people or homes, ask for permission. Avoid loud noise near residential areas. Don’t leave trash in public spaces. And don’t enter working land without consent. If visitors help keep things clean and orderly, Mae Mae can remain a peaceful corner for future generations to experience the way we can today.

 

 

A: It is in Mae Na Subdistrict, Chiang Dao District, Chiang Mai, in a mountain-valley area close to forest and nature.

 

A: You can reach it with a regular private car if it is in good condition, but the final section is a winding mountain road. Drive slowly and carefully, and avoid entering the area at night, especially during the rainy season.

 

A: The rainy season through early winter is excellent for lush green scenery and flowing water with comfortable weather. Winter is great for cool air and possible mist, but bring warm clothing.

 

A: Book in advance, especially during long holidays and winter. Coordinate with your accommodation if you want to do forest walks or access stream/waterfall areas.

 

A: Ask permission before photographing people or homes, respect working land, don’t litter, keep noise down, and avoid entering private areas without consent.