Mae Sai
Thailand · Changwat Chiang RaiTH
Subdistrict Municipality in Chiang Rai Province, Thailand
Mae Sai, is the district town of Mae Sai District in the far north of Chiang Rai Province, Thailand. Mae Sai is a major border crossing between Thailand and Myanmar; the town of Tachileik, in Shan State is across the bridge. Asian Highway Network AH2 crosses the Mae Sai River to the town of Tachileik in Myanmar. The town of Mae Sai and Tachileik are the bi-national conurbation shared between Thailand and Myanmar.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 20,699
- Coordinates
- 20.434, 99.876
- Timezone
- Asia/Bangkok
- Elevation
- 0 m
Overview of Mae Sai
Travellers heading to Changwat Chiang Rai, Thailand will find Mae Sai, a compact town. It counts about 20,699 residents. And it shows in how much there is to see. Mae Sai is strongest on adventure and nature. Seasons here follow the northern hemisphere.
Things to do in Mae Sai
Adventure in Mae Sai
(2)Our data lists Boat Rides and Off Road Trails as adventure options here. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Mae Sai.
Nature in Mae Sai
(2)Mae Sai records Caves and Valleys under nature. It is a direct read of Mae Sai's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Best time to visit Mae Sai
Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes.
Getting there & around
Mae Sai rewards a slow approach — a hub in Changwat Chiang Rai, then a short road or trail. Set your clock to Asia/Bangkok on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Mae Sai that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Mae Sai known for?
- Travellers associate Mae Sai with adventure and nature. It sits in Changwat Chiang Rai, Thailand and counts about 20,699 residents.
- What can you do in Mae Sai?
- Mae Sai is tagged with Boat Rides, Off Road Trails, Caves and Valleys, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Mae Sai?
- Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes.
- Where is Mae Sai located?
- Mae Sai belongs to Changwat Chiang Rai, Thailand, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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