We have been on a mission to bring opportunities back home.

For over 13 years

13 years ago, we started with a simple question that sparked our journey: why do people have to leave their hometowns to find work in the city? We believed there had to be another way  for people to live well where they belong.

That belief became Local Alike, a social enterprise that uses travel as a tool for change. By working with communities across Thailand, we turn local wisdom and ways of life into meaningful journeys that create real impact for people, culture, and the planet.

Where it all started

Our story began in a small rural northern Akha village called “Hloyo”

From that starting point, Local Alike became Thailand’s pioneering Community-Based Tourism (CBT) social enterprise. Unlike conventional tourism, we don’t just bring visitors to communities, we build those communities to be ready. We co-create experiences with local people, ensuring every activity reflects their identity and benefits them directly. Over time, our role has grown. From developer to promoter, consultant, and investor. We are creating a complete ecosystem that helps communities thrive sustainably.

13 Years later…

70 million baht

Revenue distributed to communities from products and services.

50+ communities

Have access to community tourism funds.

300+ communities

Have acquired knowledge in tourism management across Thailand.

20 million baht

Community funding received from credit and sponsorships.

250+ communities

Have introduced cultural products.

1,500+ people

Have improved service skills.

Our Partners

Our Local Alike Team

  • Somsak Boonkam

    FOUNDER & CEO

  • Wanvipa Phanumat

    Chief Operating Officer

  • Gregory Leon

    Chief Financial Officer

  • Wittaya Jiraswakedilok

    Director of Business Development

  • Nattapon Wongkrit

    Business Development Manager

  • Chuthamart

    Product Designer

  • Kanokwan Klindee

    Personal Assistant

  • Nas

    Admin

  • Nanop Muangklieng

    Strategy & Impact Development

  • Anusit Pumchaba

    Strategy Development (Local Academy)

  • Arpakorn Horsaengchai

    Sale & Business Development

  • Chorpaka Photjanasukon

    Sale Manager (Tour)

  • Pimchanok Pichaikan

    Sale Manager (Project)

  • Chanchana Sae-Lee

    Sale Executive

  • Ravit Pathi

    Ecommerce Marketing (Local Aroi & Local Alot)

  • Suppawit Songput

    Assistant Marketing Manager

  • Virachai Mapamo

    Graphic Designer

  • Pakorn Sa-Sing

    Director of Tour & Mice Operation

  • Tanawat Klangprapan

    Product Development

  • Bancha Aka

    Mice Manager

  • New List Item

    Tour Executive

  • Donruedee Chalermsak

    Director of Project Management

  • Apinya Phansri

    Project Manager

  • Atthapan Boonthanom

    Project Executive

  • Thanakhom Buathaworn

    Thanakhom Buathaworn

    Project Executive

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