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Off-Trail Thailand by James Forest Adventurer Tours

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Trekking Tours

We'll take you out of the city and into the jungle earning every experience with each step!

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Moto Tours

Adrenaline junkies only!

The most adventurous way to see northern Thailand...

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4x4 Tours

From Chiang Mai to Pai and more! Our 4x4 tours are the best way to see all the sights across the region...

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Thailand - Laos

All inclusive, guided 4x4 and Enduro tours from Chiang Mai to Viang Vienne via Chiang Rai, Chiang Kong, Pak Beng and Luang Prabang.

Enduro Tour

Our Story

For over 20 years, Off-Trail Thailand has specialized in crafting unique cultural adventure tours encompassing trekking, hilltribe encounters, and immersive nature expeditions. We curate longer trips that offer deeper connections to the local nature and culture.

We're here for the adventurers, inspired by wanderlust, to create life-long memories in the mountains.

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Meet our Team

Our English-speaking team has deep roots in the mountains, connecting them with the land and communities so you can see into the lives of the locals and their relationship with nature...

Founder

James

James was born Mae Mut village in the valleys of Northern Thailand. This was a time of traditional herbal medicine doctors and seasonal cycles by starlight: less tech, more jungle.

After living in Chiang Mai city, he realised just how much this connection is missing in our modern lives.

So two decades ago, in 2005, he started leading tours to share his deeply intimate connection to the local land and all it's secrets...

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Local Expert

Nicky

Nicky was also born in our local village and has helped tourists from all over the world see the real Thailand!

He also enjoys learning about different cultures while sharing his own with you.

Local Expert

Jack

For over 25 years, Jack has been a professional guide and off-road 4x4 driver. He speaks English, as well as some Hebrew, and is very experienced in assisting people with disabilities.

He enjoys sharing about his culture and upbringing, including the traditional beliefs taught by his grandparents.

He's also an expert in local delicacies with his own award-winning Laab salad recipe.

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Local Expert

Olive

Olive has been a bridge between the local culture and our guests for over 10 years. An adventure tour guide who can take you trekking deep into the mountains while explaining the local plants & wildlife.

He enjoys sharing insights from the traditional way of life with people from all over the world.

"Not all those who wander are lost."

J.R.R. Tolkein