Farm Activities at Ginger Farm Chiang Mai | Thailand
Spend a day as a Thai farmer: plant rice, slide in the mud, meet buffaloes and chickens, and cook your own herbal rice in this fun, hands-on cultural experience.
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— What You Can Expect —
Experience life as a Thai farmer for a day. Get changed into traditional clothes and learn to plant rice in a real paddy field before having fun on a mud slider. You'll also meet a friendly buffalo, collect fresh eggs from the chickens, and join a hands-on class to cook and enjoy delicious herbal rice. This unique program is a perfect mix of cultural learning, outdoor adventure, and delicious farm-to-table food.
— Activity Details —
Morning Activities
- Get Changed to Farmer Clothes: Start your day by changing into traditional farmer's clothes. You can wear them throughout the day and return them when you're done.
- Learn About Rice: Discover the importance of rice in local culture and agriculture. You can learn about its life cycle, from a tiny seed to a fully grown plant.
- Plant Rice
- Mud Slider: Have some fun and cool off on a mud slider
- Visit Chickens and Collect Eggs: Head over to the chicken coop to see the chickens. You might even be able to collect some fresh eggs, which can be used for your lunch.
- Meet the Buffalo: Get up close and personal with the farm's friendly buffalo. You can learn about their role in farming and maybe even get a picture with them.
- Cooking Herbal Rice: Participate in a cooking class where you'll learn how to make delicious herbal rice. You can use the fresh ingredients from the farm to prepare your meal.
Afternoon Activities
- Get Change to Farmer Clothes
- Visit Chicken & Collect Egg
- Meet Buffalo
- Plant rice
- Mud Slider
— Transfer Included Package —
Morning Activity
- Pick-up time: 9:00 - 9:30 am.
- Return back time around : 12:00 pm.
Afternoon Activity
- Pick-up time: 13:00 - 13:30 pm.
- Return back time around : 15:30 pm.
Experience the traditional method of planting rice seedlings in a paddy field. This is a hands-on activity where you'll get a chance to help grow a staple food.
Important Info
Reminders
A minimum of 2 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 1 day(s) before the departure date
In case of delays caused by traffic, weather, or other force majeure factors resulting in the cancellation of some itinerary attractions, please contact customer service. We will arrange a partial refund for you
Travelers with the following conditions or other health issues that could be worsened by excessive stimulation should not participate in this activity: High blood pressure, Pregnant women, Heart disease, Acrophobia, Asthma, Epilepsy
Please arrive at the designated location 15 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
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How to Use Your Voucher
- Please present your e-voucher and passport on-site
Pickup Point
Location Name: Chiang Mai Old Town (For transfer included package only)
Experience Location
Location Name: jinger farm
Monday 10:00–18:00
Tuesday 10:00–18:00
Wednesday 10:00–18:00
Thursday 10:00–18:00
Friday 10:00–18:00
Saturday 10:00–18:00
Sunday 10:00–18:00
FAQ
Ginger Farm Kitchen is celebrated for its fresh, authentic Thai cuisine, often featuring ingredients grown directly on the farm. Popular dishes frequently include vibrant curries, stir-fries with seasonal vegetables, and salads highlighting local produce. Their "herbal rice" dish, which visitors can learn to prepare, is a unique specialty that showcases the farm's bounty. The menu emphasizes wholesome, flavorful meals reflecting traditional Thai cooking.
While the menu often evolves with seasonal harvests, the herbal rice prepared during the farm's cooking class is a distinctive highlight, reflecting the farm-to-table ethos. Many guests also highly recommend their various curry dishes and fresh salads, which feature hand-picked herbs and vegetables. The emphasis is on fresh, farm-grown ingredients that create memorable and authentic Thai flavors.
Ginger Farm Kitchen deeply embodies the farm-to-table concept by sourcing a majority of its ingredients directly from Ginger Farm's own fields. This ensures unparalleled freshness and supports sustainable agricultural practices. The chefs utilize seasonal produce, fresh eggs, and herbs grown just steps away, allowing diners to truly taste the natural flavors of Chiang Mai's bounty. This direct connection from farm to plate is central to their culinary philosophy.
Ginger Farm Kitchen prides itself on using a wide array of locally sourced ingredients, predominantly from its own organic farm. This includes freshly harvested rice, seasonal vegetables, a variety of aromatic herbs, and eggs collected directly from the farm's chickens. The commitment to local sourcing ensures dishes are fresh, flavorful, and truly representative of the region's culinary traditions.
The farm activities at Ginger Farm are intrinsically linked to the food prepared at Ginger Farm Kitchen. Participants learn to plant rice in paddy fields, collect fresh eggs from chickens, and engage in a hands-on cooking class to prepare herbal rice. These experiences directly demonstrate the journey of food from the farm to the table, providing a deeper appreciation for the ingredients used in the kitchen's dishes.
As part of the Farm Activities at Ginger Farm, visitors participate in a hands-on cooking class focusing on traditional Thai cuisine. A highlight is learning to prepare "herbal rice," a nutritious and flavorful dish using fresh herbs and ingredients harvested directly from the farm. This immersive experience allows guests to understand the origins of their food and the traditional cooking methods of local farmers.
Yes, visitors engaging in the farm activities at Ginger Farm have the unique opportunity to see firsthand where many of the ingredients for Ginger Farm Kitchen are grown. They can walk through rice paddies, observe vegetable gardens, and even collect fresh eggs from the chicken coop, providing a clear visual connection between the farm's produce and the dishes served at the kitchen.
Ginger Farm Kitchen, with its strong emphasis on fresh, farm-grown vegetables and herbs, is generally accommodating to various dietary needs. Vegetarian options are typically available, highlighting the abundant produce from the farm. It is advisable to inform the staff in advance about any specific dietary restrictions to ensure the best possible culinary experience tailored to your preferences.
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