Camping in Thailand - 11 Beautiful Camping Spots For Adventurers
Thailand is a haven of tropical beaches, royal palaces and great food with the capital Bangkok being an ultramodern cityscape. The lush greenery and mesmerising views make it a perfect spot for camping and having a nice and memorable time away from the noise and bustle of a city.
Here is a list of the top spots for camping in Thailand which will provide you with a really memorable experience while you gaze at the starry night sky and ponder on the bigger and deeper questions (or maybe plan the next adventure?):
1. Doi Inthanon National Park

Doi Inthanon National Park is a whole package of adventures with amazing waterfalls, lush greenery, clear starry night sky, pleasant breeze and not to forget, cloud laden mountain peaks. Sounds like straight out of a Disney fairytale, doesn’t it? This place will make you want to stay forever, that is the magic it creates.
Location and how to reach: It is located just two hours away from Chiang Mai. There are a few ways of reaching there. You can either book a tour organised by any local tour agency, rent a car or motorbike and drive to the park. You need to have your international license to drive though. So be prepared with it if you want to enjoy the views.
Entry fee: The entry fee is THB 300 per person for foreigners, THB 150 for children and THB 20-50 for Thais. The Royal Twin Pagodas have a separate entry fee of THB 40 per person.
Opening Timings: 5 AM to 6 PM
When to visit: It is open all year round but the best time is mid-November through mid-February characterised as the cool season.
Activities:
- Visit the waterfalls and the highest peak in Thailand, the Doi Inthanon.
- Watch the sunset
- Head to the Twin Pagodas and view the beautiful flower gardens at an elevation of about 2000 metres.
- Take the walking trails for trekking
Tip: It can get quite chilly there, so make sure to keep blankets and warm clothes if you stay the night. Also, if you stay for the night and leave early the next day, you don’t have to pay for the day you leave.