Chiang Rai Hotels, Attractions, Information 

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Chiang Rai is a travelers paradise endowed with abundant natural tourist attractions and antiquities; the province itself is evidence of past civilization. Attractions range from magnificent mountain scenery, ruins of ancient settlements, historic sites, Buddhist shrines and ethnic villages as the province is also home to several hill tribes who maintain fascinating lifestyles. For those interested in the natural side of Chiang Rai, jungle trekking is recommended along various trails.
Chiang Rai which tends to be a little more 'laid back' now competes with Chiang Mai as a tourist attraction and is fast becoming a popular escape for tourists wanting to get away from the troubles they left behind.

Private Tour: Elephant Adventure, Hilltribes and Mae Kok River Trip
The Mae Kok River, 80 miles long, running through the heart of Chiang Rai, is said to be one of the most beautiful and unspoiled rivers of the world. It flows gently along jungle banks and towering ...
Chiang Rai and Golden Triangle Day Tour from Chiang Mai
A chance to visit the famous Golden Triangle where the borders of Thailand, Burma and Laos meet! An early morning drive through beautiful scenery, with a stop at the Hot Springs at Maekajan, ...
Run for King's 82nd birthday
A policeman is aiming to set a new world record by running 2,224km from Thailand to Yunnan, in southern China, to honour His Majesty the King's 82nd birthday this year. Pol Snr Sgt Maj Plam ...
Laluna Hotel and Resort Chiang Rai
Laluna Hotel & Resort serves you with the 79 modern Thai style houses that are fully equipped with international standard amenities. When you stay at Laluna Hotel & Resort you will feel like staying ...
THAI adds extra flights for Songkran
Thai Airways has scheduled eight extra round-trip flights between Bangkok?s Suvarnabhumi Airport and Phuket International Airport to cope with the additional numbers of passengers expected to travel ...

When to Go

Chiang Rai has a similar climate to the rest of northern Thailand, but the rainy season lasts longer:

Cool Season :

November to March the days are beautifully warm, and the evenings cool enough to warrant a sweater or light jacket. At higher altitudes, heavier clothing is needed. Average temperature 21º C and much cooler at night. The coolest months are December and January.

Hot Season :

From April and May can be uncomfortably hot, especially in the afternoons, but the nights are cool, and early mornings perfect for sightseeing. (Early March to end of May) Average temperature 29.9º C. The hottest month is April.

Rainy Season :

The rainy season, roughly from June to November gives a pleasant mix of tropical downpours and bright sunshine, transforming the countryside into lush quilts of green, and a profusion of tropical flowers. Average temperature 25.º C. The wettest month is October/November.