Audio Guide of Choui Fong Tea Plantation

Choui Fong Tea Plantation is open daily from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM. There is usually no direct public transportation, so the best option is to go by private car, taxi, or tuk-tuk from Chiang Rai. I recommend planning your route in advance or booking a tour that includes Choui Fong if you do not have your own vehicle.

Good news! Entry to Choui Fong Tea Plantation is free. You only pay for what you consume at the café, such as its delicious tea drinks or desserts, or if you decide to buy some of its exclusive tea products to take home. It is quite affordable for most budgets.

For a complete experience at Choui Fong Tea Plantation, I recommend setting aside between 1.5 and 2.5 hours. This gives you enough time to walk through the tea terraces, take stunning photographs, relax at the café with a refreshing drink, and perhaps buy some local products.

Choui Fong Tea Plantation is one of the largest and oldest tea plantations in Chiang Rai, with more than 40 years of history producing high-quality teas, including green tea, oolong, and black tea. They have focused on sustainable farming techniques and on offering a full visitor experience, becoming a tea landmark in the region.

The best time to visit Choui Fong is early in the morning, right when it opens, or late in the afternoon before closing. This way you avoid the crowds and the midday heat while enjoying beautiful light for photos. As for the best season, the dry season from November to February is ideal, with clear skies and more pleasant temperatures, although it can be visited all year round.

The café area and some of the main viewing areas are relatively accessible, but keep in mind that the paths between the tea plantations can be uneven and steep in some sections. If you have reduced mobility, it is advisable to go with someone and perhaps focus on the flatter areas near the entrance and the café. It is always a good idea to call ahead to confirm specific details.

There is plenty to see around Chiang Rai! Relatively close to Choui Fong, you can visit the famous White Temple (Wat Rong Khun), the Black House Museum (Baan Dam Museum), or Doi Mae Salong, also known for its tea plantations and Chinese heritage. Consider a tour that combines several of these stops to make the most of your time.

Of course! First, wear comfortable shoes because you will do a fair amount of walking through the plantations. Second, do not forget your camera, because the views are spectacular. Third, try a green tea smoothie or an iced tea at the café—they are delicious. Finally, if you feel like it, buy some fresh tea to take home, as the products are of very high quality. And please be respectful of the surroundings and the plantations.