Naphat

Spiritual Tour Guide, Ex-Buddhist Nun and Trained Guide For All Accessible tourism

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  • Yo vivo en Chiang Mai
  • Hablo English, ไทย
  • Verificado Anfitrión local
  • Tiempo de respuesta: menos de 12 horas

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Naphat

Hi, I'm Naphat, a licensed tour guide in northern and around Thailand. I've always loved traveling, meeting, and seeing new places, new people, and new cultures since backpacking in Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam, and Myanmar after school.

I started meditation for mindfulness in 2001 while traveling through Myanmar. At the time it blew my mind especially when I mixed the insights of Buddhist philosophy and practices daily through my travels as a life experience of seeing and understanding from a different perspective of Eastern and Western eye views which I would like to share with you who are interested in the same field.

I also trained a tour guide for tourism for all accessible tourism, blinded tourists, and handicapped tourists. I wish to share the beautiful Thailand through my eyes with love and care at a professional level.

Now, I am a tour guide and meditation teacher. With my 22+ years of meditation experience and graduating from Monks University, plus becoming a Buddhist Nun to study and practice what the Buddha taught. I always try to merge insights from Buddhist philosophy into my tours to see how we apply them in our daily lives. And I hope to help struggling amateurs, better their skills to get the rewards of Mindfulness. Believe me, it's easier than you think. You just have to know some tricks☺

I grew up in a small village in the countryside but lived in the metropolis of Bangkok for 10 years before moving back to the idyllic northern capital of Chiang Mai. Thus, I can show you Thai culture, history, society, politics, and Buddhist philosophy from a modern and varied perspective from those who lived in a time of change in Thailand, in the way of the East meets Western eye views.

If you'd like to hear about Chiang Mai and Thailand from a variety of views but fruitful for your mind and soul during your trip to a historical authentic place in Chiang Mai. Choose the right guide, Chiang Mai and Thailand have more than you thought and eyes meet. See you in Chiang Mai.

  • Yo vivo en Chiang Mai
  • Hablo English, ไทย
  • Verificado Anfitrión local
  • Tiempo de respuesta: menos de 12 horas

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Russel
30 junio 2025
We had the pleasure of a memorable 3 hours with our guide Naphat. During this tour we would visit several venues where we would taste 5 (or more) dishes. Naphat informed us that we would be tasting Chiang Mai's signature street food and that all the vendors had been vetted for their quality. We began with a tasting of arguably Chiang Mai's famous street food Khao Soi Gai. We also purchased some Khao Kha Moo and sat down to eat. They were both delicious and perfectly represented the amazing complex flavours in Thai cuisine. I have to say that the Khao Kha Moo was my favourite with its delectable gooey gelatinous pork melting in our mouths. Next we visited a local food market where we purchased some Sai Oua (Pork Sausage) and Chiang Mai's street food version of KFC. We stood on a bridge looking over Chiang Mai's night time lights twinkling over the river while we ate our delicious food with some sticky rice. Naphat has a infectious charismatic personality and we found ourselves deep in philosophical conversation between mouthfuls of delectable Thai street food. We thoroughly recommend Naphat. You will love her company and the food that she presents.Chiang Mai never tasted better
Nate
21 junio 2025
We had such a wonderful time strolling around Chiang Mai. Learning about Thai street food and Naphats life and about her story. It was a awesome time spending time with someone one who is from there and really feeling getting to know a local and not just being a tourist. Thank You. Wonderful Time
Patty
18 junio 2025
My daughter and I had the most special day with Naphat. We wanted to visit and learn more about the temples in/around Chiang Mai and she took us on a lovely tour through the Old City and to a few spots outside. She has such a wealth of knowledge and we learned so much about each temple as well as Buddhism and Thailand as a whole. She created a very meaningful connection with us and we had many conversations that gave us new perspectives. We also never felt rushed and she welcomed us to ask questions and take our time. Our hearts are full from this day and will cherish these memories. We are so glad we decided to take her tour instead of the more generic tours within the city. We highly recommend booking with Naphat!
Errol
14 junio 2025
A fun and exciting tour with Naphat, who was great company, very knowledgeable and adapted the tour to my preferences. Although there were several highlights as we walked around the old city and chatted, the real gem of the Chiang Mai tour was Naphat herself. Her enthusiasm, historical knowledge and explanation of Buddhist teachings made the afternoon unforgettable. I highly recommend this tour with Naphat. A fun and enlightening tour with Naphat
Peter
24 mayo 2025
What can we say about Naphet ? We met as planned on Wednesday morning and were very excited to begin our tour of the hidden Gems of Chiang Mai. Within 5 minutes we knew we had met one of them! Naphet is exceptional with her kindness, insight, and knowledge, she patiently educated us in Buddhism and Thai Culture. Each temple we visited was special and she explained why as well as the historical background of Chiang Mai. Under her guidance we became comfortable paying our respects correctly to the Buddha and the Monks. In one temple we received a blessing from the Monk and in another we got the opportunity to hang a wish like the local Thai people . We feel very lucky to have met Naphet. Without this tour we would have been wandering around on our own trying to gain an insight into the Thai way of life. To conclude our tour she brought us around the local market , explaining the different foods and produce that are available . The variety was amazing, and new to us. We concluded the tour with lunch in the market with the local people. Thank you Naphet you were above and beyond our expectations . We highly recommend Naphet as a tour guide especially for those curious about Thai Culture and History. Peter and Caroline 21st May 2025
Valentina
27 abril 2025
Naphat was not touring us. A deputy did
carolefreedman01
3 marzo 2025
Wonderful experience with Naphat. She took us to local street food markets and ordered up our food. We would not have known what to choose but we now feel more confident trying local dishes as she explained what to look for. Not only did we try local food but Naphat showed us how to eat the food like a local by adding spices and vegetables from the table. She showed us how to mix the tastes to enable us to experience the wonderfully combined aromas and flavours. She was good company and very interesting. 10 tastings of Chang Mai with Naphat
Matt
2 marzo 2025
Such a fantastic afternoon out and our host Naphat was outstanding. I woukd 100% recommend this experience A brilliant excursion
Charles
20 febrero 2025
My wife and I had a great tour of the Grand Palace and other spots in Bangkok with Naphat. Naphat's English is flawless as is her knowledge of navigating her way around the city while finding all the shady cool spots in that very hot city. Highly recommended!The best guide in all of Bangkok.
Briana
20 febrero 2025
Our guide Naphat was very flexible and attentive, showed us new foods and provided excellent conversation and insight into life in the area. Definitely got to sample some things I would not have found on my own and ensured it was from reputable and safe stalls. This was my first time using WithLocals but I will definitely be using them more after this experience Chiang mai foodies

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