Pai is a friendly and dynamic Thai farmers village settled in a large valley cooled by the Pai River. Located in the foothills of the Himalayas, 500 meters above sea level the climate there, is mild all year long.
From Chiangmai It takes 3 to 4 hours to cover the 140 km of winding mountain road. It might be the reason why this province has been attached to the kingdom officially only since 1911...

Pai offers many activities and natural attractions (waterfalls, hot springs, walking and biking trails) that built up its reputation as a base for trekking, rafting, biking, elephant riding or just as a nice country side area to relax.
A friendly local population, colorful markets, cosmopolite restaurants, music bars, guest houses, and many other services, also contribute to its unique welcoming atmosphere.

Best other recommendations:

• Motorbike rental: "AYA service". (don't forget your helmet and insurance.)
• Restaurant: "Ban Benjarong" (try Banana flower salad, salty crab in coco milk?)
• Music-bar: "Bebop" (good bands, nice folk, everyday from 11pm to 1 am)