Chiang Mai Sak Yant Tattoo: Experience Traditional Thai Tattooing by Master Ajarn Tu

Experience the ancient art of Sak Yant tattooing in Chiang Mai with Master Ajarn Tu. Learn about the sacred Buddhist language, yantra designs, and blessing chants while supporting the local community.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Chiang Mai - * THESE EXPERIENCES are facilitated by Ajarn Tu Na Mettra independently and are not associated with any company.
  • Brand new ink & needles for each client
  • Adherence to Western standards of hygiene on-site
  • Authentic Sak Yant tattoos performed by Ajarn (Master)
  • Uniform pricing for all customers
  • No collaborations with other Sak…
What's Included
  • Lunch included
  • Sak Yant Tattoo (8*10 cm)
  • Offerings for the Ajarn
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Ajarn Tu Na Metta, a former monk, is renowned for his Sak Yant Thai Tradition tattoos. Ajarn Tu honed his skills in Pali, the sacred language of Buddhism, ancient Khmer script, yantra designs, and Blessing chants that are unique to each design. In northern Thailand, Ajarn Tu also incorporates the use of ancient Lanna language and script into his work,…

Location
Chiang Mai
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Rodeaya
Feb 14, 2025
Authentic and Memorable Sak Yant in Chiangmai - Getting my Sak Yant tattoo from Ajarn Tu was an incredibly special experience for me. I was overwhelmed with emotion and couldn’t help but cry tears of happiness. It was deeply enlightening, and I know I’ll hold onto that memory forever. I promised myself I wouldn’t get a tattoo unless it was from Chiangmai, and I’m thrilled that it came true—Ajarn Tu exceeded all my expectations. His blessing made me feel so grateful and protected. You could really feel the sincerity and warmth in his prayers during the ceremony; his faith was palpable. Honestly, saying "thank you" doesn’t even cover it—I wish there were more ways to express my gratitude to Ajarn Tu! Also, my tour guide Mind was fantastic. She took great care of me from the moment she picked me up at my hotel, even stopping at a local market to get offerings for my Sak Yant ceremony and Ajarn Tu. She knows so much about the Sak Yant and the culture of Northern Thailand—she’s passionate about tourism and promoting Chiangmai to visitors like me. I like her so much! Her kindness and genuine spirit really stood out. If you’re on the lookout for an authentic Sak Yant tattoo in Chiangmai, I definitely recommend booking this experience!
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Amy_d
Feb 12, 2025
Amazing Experience with Sak Yant Ceremony - Master Tu and Mind made this experience so special. Something I will never forget. Mind picked me up at my hotel in her lovely car. Mind took the time to explain the local history and shared the information on the tattoo history and process. She explained the Master's history with Sak Yant which was so impressive. We went to the market to purchase an offering and then we drove to the Master's home where he welcomed me and made me feel so comfortable. I was seated comfortably thanks to Mind propping up my arm. Master Tu gave me many breaks to adjust and stretch. The tattoo is beautiful and I'm so grateful for the experience. 💖🙏
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Dennis
Feb 10, 2025
What a beautiful experience - A super fun and valuable experience. With a very nice Sak Yant tattoo as a result. The guide will guide you through everything which starts with a pick-up at the hotel, then the presents for the ajarn master are picked up. Arriving at the location she tells exactly what to do and gives them all the necessary information. The ajarn master is very skilled and lives up to all expectations including all the blessings. Afterwards we had a delicious local meal with the guide. What a super sweet woman that is! If you want a memory for life then you are in the right place!
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973matin
Feb 4, 2025
The best experience - We had a perfekt day🙏this will last forever, thanks to Mind and Ajarn Tu! Whenever we get the Chance, we will come back!!
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Flyer17110517381
Jan 25, 2025
My first Sak Yant tattoo - Near the end of my trip, I learned about Sak Yant tattoos. I have other tattoos, but I loved the idea of having a cultural experience and a "blessed tattoo." I was lucky to find this opportunity, as most Sak Yant tattoos are booked weeks in advance. I was not sure what to expect, but my guide was lovely. The day started with a pick-up at my hotel. We drove to a market to purchase offerings and coffee. We travelled to the Ajarn's home for the tattoo. He was a small man and didn't speak English. We discussed which Sak Yant tattoo I wanted and where I liked it. The guide translated. He performed a ceremony pre- and post-tattoo. The whole tattoo took just under an hour. The guide took pictures of the tattoo, which she provided to me. She then took me out for lunch at one of her favourite spots. We had Khao Soi, which was spicy but good, after which she dropped me off at my hotel to catch my flight. Great experience. I'd do it again.
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Piarose
Dec 14, 2024
Fantastic. - So skilled completely overwhelming pro. The staff takes care of dogs and guides you all the way in choosing the motif or protection.
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Escape24947535786
Nov 26, 2024
Do it - Amazing, shuch a great experience. Safe and clean and amazing people. I will decently be going back next year. I’m super happy
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N5744sjrubenf
Nov 16, 2024
Gao Yord Sak Yant - I'm so happy. The guide, Sutitha, was very helpful and friendly, made me feel comfortable throughout the experience. Pick up at the hotel, direction market to pick up the offers for the master Ajarn Tu and we headed to his house. I was greeted by a pleasant environment and the teacher was very kind and nice. Ceremony and tattoo simply well done, it was not my first tattoo despite this was a different feeling, sometimes a little painful but bearable, also because the master was very fast. If I ever return to Chiang Mai I will definitely return to Master Ajarn Tu.
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Lyubomir_z
Feb 21, 2024
Tattoo - Everything was perfect. Lunch was delicious. Thank you Ohm. Next year I’ll come again for other shoulder.
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Christian_k
Feb 5, 2024
The Adventure getting a tattoo by Ajarn Tu, Sak Yant master. - The communication with everyone involved was were lovely and carrying. The master himself is a nice person with a good sense of humour. The ceremony was great not uncomfortable at al. When I’m in Chiang Mai again i will go back. Special thanks to Ohm our Guide he is very caring and a absolute nice person.
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