Sunflower & Hill Tribe Festival. Hua Mae Kham.

[kimincm]

Does anybody know the date that this festival happens this year?Seems like a great way to spend a few days out of Chiang Mai.Also is there any accommodation closer than Thoed Thai.

Thanks in advance for any assistance.

[Mickeem]

Hello

The festival is usually the third weekend of Nov. The sunflowers are expected to bloom mid Nov.

As for the exact date I called Chiang Rai T.A.T. office and was told me they have not had confirmation of the date yet.

Try calling them on 05370005122 nearer to the date of the festival. I am in touch with a friend in the village they don't know yet either. I will post if I get any news.

As for accomodation there is some but very limited.. You can PM me.

[sceadugenga]

Sounds like it could be done in a day trip from Chiang Rai.

http://www.tripsthailand.com/doihuamaekham.php

[kimincm]

I spoke to John the owner of the Rim Taan GH in Thoed Thai and he believes it's on the 14/15/16/17th.

[OLDAUSSIE]

This seems like a nice time to get out of the rat race. Are Australians allowed to attend?

[sceadugenga]

Only Kooris.

Still, if you look like your avatar they may let you in.

[OLDAUSSIE]

I have an OLD MATE in CR, I'm mean real OLD. Tells me I can stay his place any time. Might have to put him to the test. ^^^ going by your avatar you look like a hill bandit.

[sceadugenga]

I think he's fully booked out for the next two years and Labor voters only allowed anyway.