Some mountains are climbed for the view while Le Kha Dao is climbed for the feeling it leaves behind. Rising above the forests of Mae Moei National Park, this sacred peak carries both natural beauty and spiritual weight, with a golden chedi at the summit and mist often moving through the valleys below.
The route begins after an overnight journey from Bangkok, leading from Mae Wa Luang into forest paths, rolling grasslands, and open ridges. You trek first to Le Kha Dao, where sunset turns the mountains warm and gold, then continue toward Kari Pu across wide ridgelines and quiet highland terrain. The journey grows more remote as you reach Jo Vale, a pristine trekking area rarely visited by hikers, with golden grasslands, dark skies, and peaceful nights in tented camps.
This is a moderate trek for fit beginners and adventurous hikers who are comfortable with camping basics, steep ridges, and simple conditions. Expect 4–6 hours of hiking a day, basic camps, cool nights, and limited facilities. Come for sacred peaks, open skies, and the rare calm of Thailand’s mountain grasslands — join this trek if you want a short journey that feels far from ordinary!
