By: FuckTrump
Hello,
I confirmed, I validate, Pai was probably a quiet kinda hippie town may be 30 years ago, now it's superficial, fake, surrounded by whitetrashes (well Thailand is a dump for backpackers). Internet did the rest...Sure the surroundings are nice but forget about "quiet hippie village".
Everybody knows, not the hidden spot anymore...
By: David
I live in Chiang Mai and visit Pai regularly with fellow residents, it's a great place to unwind, relax and chill. Pai still has it's distinct charm and avoid the peak times to avoid too much mass tourism like most places in the world. No place can stay in time memorial so just enjoy and explore the beautiful scenery and calmness of the area.
By: Randi
In reply to <a href="https://www.justapack.com/top-five-things-to-do-on-a-budget-in-pai-thailand/#comment-33867">stephanie</a>.
Yes, it really is! So glad you got to see it for yourself. :)
By: stephanie
I loved Pai Canyon. Such a great place to watch the sunset.
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By: Shivya
Brilliant list of things to do in Pai. The town in spite of being tiny has so many awesome things to do and experience. North Thailand is awesome! :)
By: Shaun's Cracked Compass
I have to agree with Peter. Pai blows. I'm here now and the whole hippie thing is saturated & artificial. I'l be checking out the Muay Thai place to help save my time here but other than that, it's off to Mae Hong Son.
By: Michael
In reply to <a href="https://www.justapack.com/top-five-things-to-do-on-a-budget-in-pai-thailand/#comment-33863">Peter goodman</a>.
Well, sorry to hear you didn't enjoy Pai. We loved it =)
By: Peter goodman
Sadly i dont agree, bpai was once laid back quiet place to chill out. Now its Kao sarn road of the mountains, brimming with trafic and super inflated prices. You cant go anywhere without paying a minimum of 100bath - and as you enter any "tourist attraction" you will be joined by thousand others.
I went with the idea of walking/trekking in the surrounding area, which is now close to impossible. Since most trails have been replaced with tourist gates and massive roads. Thereby loosing its charm.
On the plus side the local food at the market is still cheap and good.
I would not recommend this location, unless you like overcrowded noisy areas. Filled with bars and overpriced goods, better u skip this location and head for mae hong son - while it still retains some natural beauty