Wat Palad or Pha Lat also called Wat Sakithaka or forest temple
On our private Chiang Mai tour, you can visit wat Palad or wat palat.
HD01: Private Tour Sunrise at Doi Suthep Temple, Doi Suthep Tour, Wat Pha Lat, Wat Umong or “Tunnel Temple" and include Khao soi test

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Our client is amazed by a broken pagoda in Wat palad, Chaing Mai.

Buddha statue in wat palad, Chaing Mai.


Wat Palad Temple on Doi Suthep mountain.
Wat Palad Temple is the best place for matidation.
The temple is a magnificent sanctuary of tranquility in the heart of the forest, set in a garden with gorgeous statues, little embellishments, and even a small waterfall (dried in hot season).
Because it is surrounded by nature, Wat Palad is recognized as a meditation temple. The temple is surrounded by vegetation, giving it an antique Indiana Jones atmosphere. Along with the beautiful rock formations that go down the mountain, there is also the soothing sound of rushing water pouring between the gaps. It’s a nice location to sit and unwind, read a book, and be alone with your thoughts. I now see why the temple’s primary goal was meditation.
Pa Lad Temple is a stunning structure. The wonderful green landscape will greet you as soon as you arrive. There are trees, streams, mountains, and grass, among other things. The terrain looks to be rather steep hills. As a result, if you stand at certain locations, you will be able to glimpse the magnificent beauty of Chiang Mai’s city from afar.


Wat Palad Temple on Doi Suthep mountain.
Pa Lad Temple in Chiang Mai is a magnificent woodland monastery.
Pa Lad Temple is in Chiang Mai’s Suthep District, Muang County. It’s one of three forest monasteries in the Doi Suthep-Pui National Park. Pa Lad Temple is an ancient temple that dates back over 500 years. According to legend, it was constructed during the reign of Phaya Kue Na.
Even the monastery was abandoned at one point, but it was again repaired. It is now open to visitors who go touring or practice Buddhism.
You might be wondering where the name ‘Pa Lad’ comes from. Long ago, it was said that the monastery was once known as ‘Pa Lerd.’ The name was changed to ‘Pa Lad’ after the waterfall’s name.
The monastery’s architecture is not beautiful since it is old, and Pa Lad Temple is not a regular monastery. Everything, however, is valuable. They may not appear to be outstanding, yet they are fantastic and unforgettable.
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I really enjoyed the private day trip with Jack.
He helped me to customise my day with my interests of nature, culture, history, and tradition.
His guidance was excellent and... read more professional.
1. Waterfall - A big and beautiful waterfall with water splash!
2. White Karen tribe village - Beautiful rice field surrounded by mountains. Local Karen people's life in the traditional houses.
Memorable coffee tasting!
3. Pha cho - Amazing scenery! Grand canyon in Thailand. Natural art.
4. Wat Umong - An interesting temple influenced by India. A temple with tunnels for meditation.I really enjoyed the private day trip with Jack.
He helped me to customise my day with my interests of nature, culture, history, and tradition.
His guidance was excellent and professional.
1. Waterfall - A big and beautiful waterfall with water splash!
2. White Karen tribe village - Beautiful rice field surrounded by mountains. Local Karen people's life in the traditional houses.
Memorable coffee tasting!
3. Pha cho - Amazing scenery! Grand canyon in Thailand. Natural art.
4. Wat Umong - An interesting temple influenced by India. A temple with tunnels for meditation.
940emik
May 14, 2022
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Jack is simply one of the best guides I have had in my travels in Southeast Asia. He is so warm and welcoming and ready to laugh. My partner and... read more I travelled to Sukhothai without many plans in advance. Jack had not been there in a few years but was fantastic at working things out as we go - taking us to some less well known spots and finding some of the best food in the area too. We spent one night in Sukhothai, then flew out of Sukhothai airport (recommended!). Jack looked after us well for the entire trip and we managed to pack so much in, while still feeling relaxed and not pushed for time. He really enjoys photography as a hobby too, so don't worry about getting some good snaps. We also visited Satchanali on the way to the airport, which I definitely recommend visiting - I actually preferred it to Sukhothai. Jack definitely deserves to be supported during the difficult post-covid recovery period. You won't find a better person in Chiang Mai!
Sam4312
April 19, 2022
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Jack is the kindest and warmest person we could have ever asked for as a guide. After experiencing other private tours, his was by far the one I liked the... read more most. He created a tour based on our needs. For two days we visited Sukhotai, had some wonderful temple tops on the way and even managed to visit Sanchanalai before heading to the airport the day after.
If you are looking for an adaptable and understanding your guide, this is your place. We went to see the sites we were interested in, and got to eat amazing food based on his recommendations (local Thai food, not westernised versions). On top of that, he was kind enough to take pictures of us with our phones and his camera.
Overall, these two days were a memorable experience making a new friend who I would wholeheartedly recommend for anyone looking for a knowledgeable guide, with great humour and very kind human nature.
Lucía P
April 19, 2022
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We went on a tour with Jack to Doi Inthanon, stopping at a couple of beautiful places a long the way.
Jack is very friendly and it was... read more so much fun to converse with him about this and that while learning many things about the area and the places we would visit.
His car is super comfortable and he is a considerate driver, making us feel safe throughout the whole trip.
Overall we had a fantastic day - thank you Jack!
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April 15, 2022
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I really enjoyed the private day trip with Jack.
He helped me to customise my day with my interests of nature, culture, history, and tradition.
His guidance was excellent and... read more professional.
1. Waterfall - A big and beautiful waterfall with water splash!
2. White Karen tribe village - Beautiful rice field surrounded by mountains. Local Karen people's life in the traditional houses.
Memorable coffee tasting!
3. Pha cho - Amazing scenery! Grand canyon in Thailand. Natural art.
4. Wat Umong - An interesting temple influenced by India. A temple with tunnels for meditation.I really enjoyed the private day trip with Jack.
He helped me to customise my day with my interests of nature, culture, history, and tradition.
His guidance was excellent and professional.
1. Waterfall - A big and beautiful waterfall with water splash!
2. White Karen tribe village - Beautiful rice field surrounded by mountains. Local Karen people's life in the traditional houses.
Memorable coffee tasting!
3. Pha cho - Amazing scenery! Grand canyon in Thailand. Natural art.
4. Wat Umong - An interesting temple influenced by India. A temple with tunnels for meditation.
May 14, 2022 -
Jack is simply one of the best guides I have had in my travels in Southeast Asia. He is so warm and welcoming and ready to laugh. My partner and... read more I travelled to Sukhothai without many plans in advance. Jack had not been there in a few years but was fantastic at working things out as we go - taking us to some less well known spots and finding some of the best food in the area too. We spent one night in Sukhothai, then flew out of Sukhothai airport (recommended!). Jack looked after us well for the entire trip and we managed to pack so much in, while still feeling relaxed and not pushed for time. He really enjoys photography as a hobby too, so don't worry about getting some good snaps. We also visited Satchanali on the way to the airport, which I definitely recommend visiting - I actually preferred it to Sukhothai. Jack definitely deserves to be supported during the difficult post-covid recovery period. You won't find a better person in Chiang Mai!
April 19, 2022 -
Jack is the kindest and warmest person we could have ever asked for as a guide. After experiencing other private tours, his was by far the one I liked the... read more most. He created a tour based on our needs. For two days we visited Sukhotai, had some wonderful temple tops on the way and even managed to visit Sanchanalai before heading to the airport the day after.
If you are looking for an adaptable and understanding your guide, this is your place. We went to see the sites we were interested in, and got to eat amazing food based on his recommendations (local Thai food, not westernised versions). On top of that, he was kind enough to take pictures of us with our phones and his camera.
Overall, these two days were a memorable experience making a new friend who I would wholeheartedly recommend for anyone looking for a knowledgeable guide, with great humour and very kind human nature.
April 19, 2022 -
We went on a tour with Jack to Doi Inthanon, stopping at a couple of beautiful places a long the way.
Jack is very friendly and it was... read more so much fun to converse with him about this and that while learning many things about the area and the places we would visit.
His car is super comfortable and he is a considerate driver, making us feel safe throughout the whole trip.
Overall we had a fantastic day - thank you Jack!
April 15, 2022