11 Things to Do in Pai, Thailand: A Slow Travel Guide to Daily Life

Name: 11 Things to Do in Pai, Thailand: A Slow Travel Guide to Daily Life
Uploaded: 2026-09-22T12:03:02+00:00
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Channel: Lloyd & Mandy

00:00We recently spent almost a week in the northern Thailand city of Pai, which may just be our new favourite

00:07travel destination.

00:09Pai truly is a unique place. Nestled in the lush valleys of northern Thailand, Pai is a tranquil haven that's

00:16captivated the hearts of travellers looking for a peaceful escape.

00:20With its rolling hills, flowing river and friendly locals, Pai is the epitome of beauty wrapped in a laid back

00:27atmosphere.

00:29It's the kind of place where we could linger for days or weeks, simply soaking in the relaxed vibe and

00:36picturesque scenery and laid-back hippie vibe.

00:40Whether you're a backpacker chasing the next hidden destination or someone looking to connect with nature,

00:46Pai offers a slice of paradise suspended in time.

00:50But before you travel to Pai, you need to know the must-do and see activities to make sure you

00:56don't miss out on any of the

00:58small town's offerings.

01:00So, in today's video, we're sharing with you our top 11 things to do when visiting Pai, Thailand.

01:06And if you find this video helpful, we would truly be grateful if you hit the like and subscribe button.

01:13Okay, let's get into it.

01:15Number one, watch the sunset at Two Huts bar and restaurant.

01:21This was by far the most recommended thing to do in Pai by our Instagram community, so thank you everybody,

01:27and we can see why.

01:29Perched on top of a big hill overlooking the Pai Valley, Two Huts is a backpacker favourite spot for watching

01:36the sunset every day.

01:38In fact, it was so good we went multiple times during our week spent in Pai.

01:43You can enjoy the amazing view of the sunset over the valley while listening to live music and taking in

01:49the general relaxing vibe with seating for around 100 people.

01:54However, be sure to get there early as the closer it gets to sunset, it will start to fill up

02:00and you may miss out on a seat.

02:01There's food and drinks available at the restaurant at very reasonable prices, and it's just a short five-minute drive

02:07from the town with regular shuttles going to and from.

02:12Number two, Pai Hot Springs.

02:15Have you ever dreamed of soaking in a natural jacuzzi?

02:19Well, we've got you covered.

02:20Nestled amongst Pai's lush landscapes are steaming hot springs perfect for a tranquil dip.

02:26While there are a few different hot springs in the area to choose from, the Pai Hot Springs are the

02:31best bet if you're looking for a peaceful bathe in naturally warm water, full of minerals good for both the

02:37body and the soul.

02:39But be warned that these hot springs come with different temperature zones.

02:43Some are extremely hot, while others are just comfortably warm.

02:46We suggest visiting in the cooler evening or early morning.

02:50It's by far the most relaxing way to spend your afternoon, and also be aware that if there is heavy

02:56rainfall, it will most likely be closed for the day.

03:00Number three, take a pottery class with a local family.

03:04This was actually a really unique experience for us in Pai, and one we'll never forget, as Mandy was able

03:10to make her own mug by hand, thanks to the pottery class they offer at Goong Mog Calm Studio and

03:16Cafe.

03:17We spent the morning here with the local family that owns the property, eating breakfast, and learning how to make

03:22our own mugs from locally sourced clay.

03:25The hospitality could not have been better, and the food was next level.

03:29We literally did not eat a bad meal in Pai.

03:33The class itself only took around an hour or so, and the owners even mailed the finished mug to our

03:38house here in Hua Hin for us to take,

03:40as it does take a few days for the clay to become hard and have the finished product ready.

03:45So, if you do plan on doing this, try to do it at the start of your trip, so you

03:50can take your piece home with you.

03:52Number four, explore Pai's local restaurants.

03:56One thing we were extremely pleasantly surprised by was the absolute abundance of amazing restaurants and food in Pai,

04:04from vegan cafes to Italian and Mexican restaurants.

04:08We literally, as I said earlier, did not eat a bad meal in Pai, although, to be honest, I might

04:14have put on a few kilos while I was there.

04:16It was well worth it.

04:17Some of our favourites, which we'll list down below, were Cafecito, Ganita Cafe, The Witching Well, Pai CM Bar and

04:26Restaurant,

04:26and our personal favourite, Supermoon and Vinyl Lounge.

04:31Okay, so we know a lot of you guys watch our videos like this to get inspiration for your own

04:36trips,

04:37but instead of having to franatically jot down all of the recommendations that we make in these videos,

04:43we've discovered a much, much easier way for you to be able to follow in our footsteps.

04:48So we've actually partnered with a company called MindTrip.

04:52MindTrip is an AI-powered travel platform that will show you recommendations for many of the trips posted to our

04:59YouTube channel,

05:00just like this one.

05:01So all you have to do is click the link down below in this video,

05:05and it will take you straight over to MindTrip, where it will show you all the recommendations that we've listed

05:10here,

05:10along with photos, maps and reviews.

05:13And you can customise your own trip by favouriting what you like and adding it to your trip plan.

05:18You can even share your trip with your friends and invite them to plan the trip with you.

05:23It's a pretty awesome tool and also it's so, so easy to use, so check it out down below.

05:28We think you're going to love it.

05:29Click the link and let us know what you think in the comments below.

05:34Number five, visit the iconic White Buddha.

05:38Climbing up to the White Buddha is definitely a must-do empire.

05:42The serene statue sits atop a hill, offering panoramic views of the surrounding valley.

05:47As long as you're comfortable climbing a flight of over 350 steps,

05:52the effort is definitely worth it when you reach the top.

05:55The atmosphere is extremely peaceful, with the gentle sounds of prayer bells in the air.

06:00But make sure to dress respectfully, covering shoulders and knees,

06:04as this is still an active place of worship.

06:07Sunset's a great time to visit, as well as the early morning,

06:10with the sky ablaze in glorious colours framing the Buddha.

06:15This is another attraction that is completely free to enter,

06:19however, donations are definitely appreciated.

06:22Number six, Pai's thriving music scene.

06:27Another thing we were pleasantly surprised about was just how much of a music scene there is in Pai.

06:32As well as the incredible food scene,

06:34Pai has a thriving music scene that takes place in various bars and restaurants seven nights a week.

06:40Pai just seems to be one of those places that attracts artists of all kinds,

06:44and musicians are no exception.

06:46You can wander the streets of Pai and hear the tunes blaring from many different spots on any given night.

06:52Our personal favourite was the Vinyl Sky Lounge,

06:55where we got to take in the amazing sounds of local handpan and flute musicians,

07:00while eating probably the best ramen we've had in Thailand.

07:05They also have an open mic and karaoke night during the week if you're feeling bold.

07:11Number seven, visit a sustainable organic farm.

07:15Pai Seedlings is an organic farm project that was started a decade ago

07:20by an amazing French couple named Damien and Lise.

07:23Their vision is to create a community where the essential needs of life,

07:27like nourishment, shelter, healthcare, and connection, are fulfilled locally,

07:33fostering a sense of belonging and mutual support.

07:36They've already helped many of the local farmers rejuvenate their farms

07:39into healthy organic ecosystems that can support a whole community.

07:44We were lucky enough to spend an afternoon with them

07:46and sit down and talk about their mission, and we love what they're doing.

07:50And we believe you will too.

07:52They offer tours and workshops where you can learn some of these skills

07:56to take back home for yourself.

07:57Or, if you're planning on staying in Pai a little longer,

08:00you can also take part in their internships as well as volunteering.

08:04We think their mission is one worth supporting

08:07and would love to see them spread their knowledge and message to others.

08:11Number eight, tipsy tubing.

08:14While this is by far the most popular thing to do in Pai, as it appears,

08:20unfortunately, we didn't get to experience it ourself.

08:22Due to Mandy being five months pregnant, it obviously wasn't on the cards for us.

08:27However, we did get to see the truckloads of backpackers

08:29on their way back from the tubing booze cruise,

08:31and to be honest, if I were 10 years younger, I would be in 100%.

08:35We spoke to some of the people that were coming back from the experience,

08:38and they seem to be having the absolute time of their lives.

08:41But don't let age hold you back.

08:43The tipsy tubing is a hop-on, hop-off, river tubing booze cruise

08:47where you basically partake in a bar crawl

08:49while floating down the Pai River at a very slow pace.

08:53It takes place on mostly Tuesdays and Fridays,

08:56and looks like a hell of a lot of fun, to be honest.

08:59Who knows, maybe next time we visit Pai,

09:02we'll be able to get a babysitter and give it a go ourselves.

09:06Number nine, spoil yourself at the best rated resort in Pai.

09:11The best rated resort in Pai is the River East Siam Resort,

09:15and for good reason.

09:16It's a five-star resort that sits on the riverbed,

09:19and offers 20 rooms with four different styles,

09:23including deluxe balcony, pool access, and jacuzzi and garden villas.

09:27With a massive freshwater pool that you can access directly from your room,

09:31as well as a regular chlorine pool and yoga shower that sits on the riverbed,

09:36you could spend days unwinding at the reverie if you really wanted to.

09:40We spoiled ourselves and spent our first two nights in Pai at the reverie resort,

09:45and to be completely honest,

09:48we kind of regret leaving, as it was just so amazing.

09:51We can't say enough good things about the hospitality,

09:54and the staff that worked at the reverie,

09:56not to mention that they also have one of the best restaurants in town,

09:59at the Silhouette Bar and Restaurant.

10:02They also offer a free shuttle service to town,

10:05as well as plenty of activities for you to take part in during your stay,

10:09including many of the ones we've named in this list.

10:12Number ten, yoga.

10:14With Pai being the hippie capital of Thailand,

10:17it's no surprise there's an abundance of yoga studios in town,

10:21and what better way to start your day

10:22than with a class at one of the many studios Pai has to offer.

10:26Some of the studios include the Pai Yoga Shala,

10:30iYoga Infinity Studio,

10:32Sawadi Pai Yoga,

10:34Bodhi Tree,

10:35and the Pad Yoga House.

10:37Most of the studios also offer meditation classes,

10:41as well as sound healing,

10:42and hot and cold exposure classes.

10:45Pai honestly is a yogi's paradise.

10:49Finally, number eleven,

10:51exploring the Pai Canyon.

10:53Pai Canyon is not just a walk in the park,

10:55we're talking about narrow trails,

10:58and steep climbs that truly get your adrenaline pumping.

11:01But the payoff is a spectacular panoramic view

11:05of the surrounding valleys that make every step worth it,

11:08especially during sunset.

11:10Although it can get extremely crowded at this time,

11:13we still think it's worth it,

11:14and it's only about a ten minute drive from the town centre.

11:17While you don't have to pay an entrance fee,

11:20again, a small donation is welcomed.

11:23Pai Canyon can get a little bit rugged,

11:25so make sure you wear the correct footwear and clothing for the trek.

11:29In conclusion,

11:31as we reflect on our travels through Pai,

11:34we'll forever remember it with a sense of tranquility

11:37that only this charming town can offer.

11:40From leisurely strolls through beautiful landscapes

11:43to the warm hospitality of the local cafes,

11:46Pai has etched a serene memory in our hearts,

11:49and we will definitely be coming back.

11:51We soaked in hot springs,

11:54explored the depths of the Pai Canyon,

11:56and connected with the culture through night markets and temples.

11:59As you plan your journey,

12:01remember to breathe in Pai's peace deeply,

12:03and let its quiet beauty guide your adventure.

12:06Pai isn't just a destination,

12:09it's a gentle embrace with nature and simplicity.

12:12Again, if you enjoyed this content,

12:13and found it helpful in any way,

12:16please hit the like and subscribe button.

12:18We truly appreciate it.

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