Thailand
Hill Tribe Immersion
Journey beyond the beaten path in Northern Thailand—where hill-tribe culture, wild jungles, and grassroots change come alive.
Thailand
Hill Tribe Immersion
Find purpose and connection in Northern Thailand’s jungles.
Live and volunteer alongside remote hill‑tribe communities, teaching English and working on sustainable agriculture projects that boost student nutrition and empower local farmers. Between projects, explore caves, cook Pad Thai, and visit mountain temples, then cap it all off with elephant trekking, bamboo rafting, and a 160‑foot bungee jump.
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Thailand Hill Tribes Itinerary
Trip Length: 14 Days – Chiang Mai • Mueang Khong • Mae Taeng
Note: Winter trips are slightly shorter than summer trips (by 1-2 days) to fit within school and holiday breaks—but you’ll still experience the same projects, adventures, and cultural immersion, just in a more condensed format.
Days 1-2
Dive Into Thai Culture
Meet your GIVE crew in Chiang Mai and kick things off with a warm welcome, a short ride to your accommodations, and your first taste of real Thai food over dinner with the group. The next morning, dive deep into Thai culture, learn a few local phrases, and explore a sacred Buddhist temple. Then hit the famous Chiang Mai Night Bazaar for street eats, handmade goods, and your first souvenirs.
Day 3
Journey Off the Grid
Spend the morning at Pun Pun Organic Farm, learning about seed-saving and sustainable living before sitting down for a fresh farm-to-table lunch. Then head deep into the mountains to reach the remote hill-tribe village of Mueang Khong—your new home base. Settle in, explore the community, and get ready to make an impact.
Days 4-10
GIVE back in Mueang Khong
Start your day with sunrise yoga and a local breakfast before teaching English at local schools. In the afternoons, get your hands dirty on sustainable farming projects that boost student nutrition and empower local farmers. Evenings and weekends are packed with adventure—think cave explorations, Thai cooking, tubing the river, pickup soccer, and crafting with local artisans. After dinner, wind down with music, games, and meaningful conversations under the stars.
Day 11
Build Bamboo Rafts
Head into the mountains to the Karen hill-tribe village of Ban Bpa Kao Lam, where you’ll build bamboo rafts by hand with local guides, then gather around the bonfire for stories of conservation, elephant welfare, and what ethical tourism really means—shared by the people leading the movement.
Day 12
Track Elephants & Raft
Before sunrise, trek into the jungle with local mahouts to track semi-wild elephants, learn their behaviors, and feed them herbal supplements. After lunch, bamboo raft down the Mae Tang River to the Lahu hill-tribe village of Pong Ngen—where your final night in the jungle ends with traditional dinner, dancing, and stories around the bonfire.
Days 13-14
Take the Leap of Faith
Ride the final stretch of the Mae Tang River—home to the fastest rapids and most epic jungle views yet. Grab a bamboo pole to help steer or just soak it all in before taking the ultimate leap: a 160-foot bungee jump! (Prefer to keep your feet on the ground? Drift karts are waiting.) That evening, head back to Chiang Mai to reflect, celebrate, and wrap up your adventure—or gear up for the next one with GIVE.
What's Included
When you travel with GIVE, you won’t be surprised by hidden fees upon arrival. Dive into all that’s included in our all-in-one trip prices.
- All accommodations
- Transportation (not including flights)
- 3 meals per day & clean drinking water
- 24/7 guide support
- All adventures and cultural experiences
- Funding for volunteer projects & sustainability initiatives
- Pre-trip & in-transit support from GIVE’s Travel Specialists
- Access to your personalized GIVE Profile
- Access to GIVE’s preferred insurance & flight partners
- Trip preparation tools, guides and checklists
- Access to GIVE’s Ambassador Community post-trip
Simply put: we care. GIVE goes above and beyond for our travelers before, during and after your trip. See all that’s included in your GIVE trip here!
What's Not Included
Pretty much everything except your flights, insurance and travel documents, but GIVE will help you organize it all! Dive into what’s included here.
- Flights
- Visa (if required), travel insurance (mandatory), & vaccinations (if required)
- Personal souvenirs, snacks and refreshments (drinking water is included 24/7)
- See all that’s included in your GIVE trip here!
* GIVE reserves the right to change program dates
* Winter trips are slightly shorter due to school/holiday breaks
Trip dates & Combinations
Mix & match trips, travel for 1-7 weeks, and save big when you combine 2 or more.
Stack your trips and save up to $1,200. Prices drop when you stay longer–lock in your seat before spots fill up.
🏝️ All-inclusive trips 🌱 Real Impact ⛰️ Real Adventure
Thailand Hill Tribes Immersion I 14-days
$2,795
Laos Culture & Community I 14-days
$2,595
Thailand Scuba Conservation I 11-days
$3,195
Thailand Elephant Experience I 8-days
$2,295
Thailand Hill Tribes + Laos I 28-days
$5,390 $4,790 Combine & save $600
Thailand Scuba + Laos I 25-days
$5,790 $5,290 Combine & save $500
Thailand Hill Tribes + Elephants I 21-days
$5,090 $4,690 Combine & save $400
Thailand Scuba + Elephants I 18-days
$5,490 $5,190 Combine & save $300
Thailand Elephants + Scuba + Laos I 33-days
$8,085 $7,385 Combine & save $700
Thailand Hill Tribes + Elephants + Scuba I 32-days
$8,285 $7,585 Combine & save $700
Thailand Hill Tribes + Elephants + Scuba + Laos I 46-days
$10,880 $9,680 Combine & save $1,200
Laos Culture & Community I 14-days
$2,595
Thailand Scuba Conservation I 11-days
$3,195
Thailand Scuba + Laos I 25-days
$5,790 $5,290 Combine & save $500
Thailand Scuba + Elephants I 18-days
$5,490 $5,190 Combine & save $300
Thailand Hill Tribes + Elephants + Scuba I 32-days
$8,285 $7,585 Combine & save $700
No Hidden Fees
Your GIVE trip includes everything you need—from meals, guides, and accommodations to local transport, epic adventures, cultural experiences, and funding for the volunteer projects you’ll help bring to life. Just show up ready to make an impact—we’ll handle the rest.
How to Book a Trip
Lock in your spot with a $595 USD trip deposit in your GIVE Profile. For add-ons or multi-trip packages, it's just $295 more per trip. Your deposit counts toward your total cost, never expires, and can be transferred if plans change.
Pay the rest on your own schedule—just be paid in full 80 days before your trip. Need more time? We’ve got you. [Terms & conditions apply.]
Worry-Free Booking
Plans change—we get it. Your deposit is fully transferable, never expires, and lets you switch trips or dates for free. Total flexibility, zero stress. [Learn more about our worry-free booking policy.]
We Got Your Back
We’ve got your back—every step of the way. Before your trip, we’ll help you book flights, secure travel insurance, and handle passport or visa needs without the headache. On the road, our team’s on call 24/7 to help with anything that comes up.[Learn more about our 360° travel support.]
Small Groups, Big Vibes
Travel with a tight-knit crew, guided by a team of local and international GIVE guides. With an average group size of 16-20 people, a 5:1 traveler-to-guide ratio, and 24/7 support, you’ll never feel lost in the crowd.
Thailand Hill Tribes + Elephants + Scuba + Laos I 46-days
$10,880 $9,680 Combine & save $1,200
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