Forested mountains and lush valleys, fertile agricultural areas, beautiful beaches and islands, a plentiful array of plants and wildlife. Enjoy Thailand’s boundless natural heritage. For a true appreciation of Thailand’s natural treasures, a visit to a national park is a must on your itinerary… with hundreds of waterfalls spread throughout Thailand, these are the gems among the country’s natural attractions. Typical traditions and much of the culture of Thailand comes from the rivers. A cruise along one of the country’s lifelines offers an unbeatable view of the Thai way of life.
There’s so much to do in Thailand … elephant rides, markets, waterfalls, caves. Further afield… boatride through Laos, islands of southern Thailand, trekking in one of the local provinces. Perhaps take some time out and enjoy a few days relaxing at a pristine beach resort and take advantage of all the water sports on offer. Plus don’t miss lively Bangkok for some retail therapy!
Thailand is often referred to as a golden land, not because there is precious metal buried underground but because the country gives off a certain lustre, be it the fertile rice fields of the central plains, white sandy beaches or the warm hospitality of her people.
Thailand’s cool season runs from November until the end of February. With its low humidity, relatively low temperatures and clear skies, the cool season is the best time to visit, though regular days of high 20s and low 30s might leave you wondering just who came up with the term ‘cool’. It is also the peak tourist season during this time.
Your first introduction to this diverse country is Bangkok, a modern city of crazy traffic, gleaming shopping centres and interwoven with devout Buddhism heritage. Chiang Mai, the country’s bohemian centre, is where the unique and precise elements of Thai culture become a classroom, for cooking courses and language lessons; while climbing into the mountain ranges around Mae Hong Son you’ll find stupa-studded peaks and villages of post-Stone Age cultures. Sliding down the coastal tail are the evergreen limestone islands of Ko Tao and Kho Phi Phi Don, filled with tall palms angling over pearlescent sand. Thailand’s beaches are stunning, hedonistic and mythic among residents of northern latitudes.
Eco-tourism is currently a buzzword in the Thai tourism scene. It has consistently gained in popularity in recent years in response to the worldwide trend of preserving the natural environment. Several activities fall under the heading of nature-based tourism.
Thanks to the abundance and variety of natural resources, Thailand has become a favored destination for adventure seekers and eco-tourists. The Tourism Authority of Thailand as well as the private sector has been quick to respond to the fast-changing demand for back-to-nature activities. During the past decade, activities like mountain biking, whitewater rafting, trekking and camping, bird watching, scuba diving and rock climbing have sprung up in many natural tourist areas. They are now becoming increasingly popular as travellers pay more attention to off-the-beaten-track destinations.
Such eco activities are now available in every region of Thailand, more outstandingly in the mountainous areas of the north, west, and the south of Thailand. Leading the way are trekking, mountain biking, bird watching and scuba diving. Contact Uplift today for a unique school group itinerary perfect for your students!
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