Start from your hotel at 9 a.m. for a 15-20 minutes drive to Pai River. Travel by boat through afforested countryside with charming views to the Burmese border and return to the Paduang ("Longneck") Karen village of refugees from Burma. Originally semi-nomadic farmers in the jungle,they now rely for income from the sale of handicrafts and donations from visitors (made by our guide on your behalf). The women wear striking clothing and the neck rings from which the name dervers. Return by boat and drive to the elephant camp for a ride on elephant back into the forest. After lunch drive to Mae Hong Son for afternoon tour of the temples of Kong Moo, Phra Non, and the twin temples Lakeside of Jong Klang and Jong Kam. Return to your hotel.