Thailand's MOST TOXIC Bike Ride (Chiang Mai to Pai) 🇹🇭

Northern Thailand has a reputation for being one of the most beautiful parts of South East Asia. The motorbike route from Chiang Mai to Pai has gained bucket list status for travellers, as a popular alternative to Vietnam's Ha Giang Loop.
But I embarked on the so-called Mae Hong Son Loop with much trepidation. Following reports of deadly levels of pollution in the area, this was no longer going to be a pleasure ride. Instead, I investigated the devastating effect of the release of PM 2.5 particles as a result of the seasonal ritual of farmers burning their fields (AKA 'smokey season').
In a juxtaposition of stunning beauty and deadly consequences, I investigated Thailand's most toxic bike ride from Chiang Mai to Pai.
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📖 C H A P T E R S
00:00 Intro from Chiang Mai
01:14 The route to Pai
02:56 What causes smokey season?
05:41 Air Diamond Cafe (Abandoned plane)
12:49 Mok Fa Waterfall
15:34 Helping a Monk (he took all my water!)
17:26 What's being done about burning season?
18:21 Lunch at a roadside cafe
20:18 Trying khao soi gai (northern Thai chicken curry)
23:43 Meeting the local buffalo
28:31 Feeling the effects of the pollution (painful!)
31:46 Arriving in Pai
33:25 Butterfly Hostel Pai
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[@s.t_boutique7]

Whatever you do be safe out there brother

[@InvestedAdventure]

Thank you. It was a little crazy out there

[@TrekkerPaul]

Another great video James.

[@InvestedAdventure]

Thanks Paul. I have no idea why KZbin isn’t showing my Thailand videos, but I’m glad that you enjoyed this one (as I did!)

[@dubaiflug]

Hi James...Don't expose your face to pollution while riding a motorcycle because it will make your trip less fun at Pai. Were you in Thailand during the Songkran festival that just ended? It would be great if you were able to enjoy this festival in the last 5 days. Take care your health too :)

[@InvestedAdventure]

Thanks Edward. I just missed it unfortunately as I was travelling onwards that day… I hear it’s meant to be quite a celebration?

[@ThatGuyMofo]

Automatic scooter or one with gears?

[@InvestedAdventure]

I asked for semi but this was full auto this time

[@user-jr2gm1vl3]

Indonesia

[@InvestedAdventure]

I’m coming soon brother! Where should I visit this time?

[@LilyBeth-wm6lg]

Hi james thank you for showing the place.enjoy and be safe

[@InvestedAdventure]

Thanks Lily, I’m glad you enjoyed it. Super interesting place