(January – February 2010)
Avoid visiting Chiang Mai between November and February if you don’t like the tourist crowds, are not too particular about the condition of the weather or tourist destinations, and want to get a good deal on lodging and tour packages.
These 4 months are generally cool and dry which make for a comfortable time to visit the various botanical gardens in full bloom, the ever popular daily and weekend night markets, the temples, the elephant/monkey/snake/tiger parks, and the many waterfalls and farms outside this northern city.
Logically, these 4 months also see the largest number of tourists in and around Chiang Mai, including Chiang Rai and the Golden Triangle.
During this high and peak tourist period, you can expect to pay 30% – 50% more on lodging and transportation. However, street vendors are normally very consistent in their attractive pricing throughout the year.
For the best lodging and tour deals, go in the months of September and October to also avoid the summer holiday travelers from western countries.
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