Jungle Wisdom Survival Trek

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Summary

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: • Hike a scenic trail to a remote waterfall • Sleep in a jungle camp • Ride and learn to guide a bamboo raft Karen women still know how to make their own clothes completely by hand and without electricity by weaving on a back loom. It takes time to master but you will have a chance to try it out. In addition to other outdoor survival skills you guide can so you how to how to build in the jungle. Karen houses were traditionally bamboo with roofs made of grass or leaves. Your guide can teach you to make a basic shelter using only these items and a machete. SOME OF THE WILDERNESS SKILLS YOU WILL LEARN: • Identify wild edible plants • Cook and eat in the jungle • Make cooking utensils from banana leaves • Identify medicinal plants • Find water in bamboo • Build a basic shelter using bamboo, grass and leaves • Weave cotton into cloth to make clothing“On this tour you don’t just have fun, you also you also give jobs to Karen people and we are happy to share indigenous jungle wisdom with you— Nukul Chai Lai Sisters Founder Chai Lai Sisters is Thailand's 1st trekking company owned and operated by Karen women. We strive to make the impact of tourism a positive one for both our community and the ecosystem.     7:45- 8:00am Pick up from your hotel or the 3 Kings monument  18:00 (next day) Return to  your hotel or the 3 Kings monument 

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Duration
2 days
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Why take this tour?

On this private trek you can learn some jungle survival skills in a relaxed and fun environment from indigenous Karen hill tribe guides. A unique experience and chance to connect with locals and appreciate their culture.  UNPLUG. RECONNECT. Karen people have lived peacefully in the in the mountains for generations combining hunting, gathering and farming. On this trek you guides will teach you to return to indigenous roots and enjoy the simple pleasures of the jungle life. On this Chai Lai Sisters tour will experience what life is like without wifi, supermarkets, factory farms, and 7-Elevens on every corner. ““Many people live in a society where they don’t know how to make their own clothes make their own shelter or get their own food. Knowing how to meet your most basic needs leads to a sense of confidence and well-being or feeling more sabai. Also food from the jungle is good because it’s all organic!— Golo, Chai lai Sisters Guide

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What’s included?

  • Accommodation as per itinerary

  • Overnight accommodation

  • All taxes, fees and handling charges

  • Local taxes

  • Bottled water

  • Breakfast

  • Lunch

  • 2-course dinner

  • Coffee and/or Tea

  • Gratuities

  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 2 days

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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