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Chiang Mai’s best days out.
The 12 chiang dao cave tours most travellers book in Chiang Mai, gathered in one place. Each with what the day involves, what it costs, how long it runs and the operator behind it.
Climb Bua Tong Cave and Chiang Mai’s Sticky Waterfall, hike to Nam Phu Chet Si, then relax with a Thai buffet lunch.
Most Popular“Our guide Kim was fantastic, super friendly and very knowledgeable. Kim showed us the right path and the best spots for photos. The whole day was so much fun, followed by a delicious lunch!”
Chiang Dao caves and Mae Ping River kayaking in one full day. Headlamps, Thai lunch, and beginner-friendly paddling.
“Awesome day trip. Great for anyone looking for fun adventures. The cave was incredible. Even before we got in the site outside is beautiful and colorful. The cave was so fun. I've been into caves in the US and they are smaller and narrow; here it was huge and so open. There are some tight…”
Chiang Dao Cave and 5 Hill Tribe villages in north Thailand, plus an orchid-and-butterfly farm break. Great guides, real culture.
“This tour started a bit tragically for us. Our tour guide, Bry, was ill, and our small group was afraid he was going to fall unconscious or that we would also get sick. Fortunately for us this did not happen, and our tour proceeded as normal.”
Explore Chiang Dao’s cave galleries with lantern-lit Buddhas, then cool off at Bua Thong Sticky Waterfall on a GSTC-minded small-group day.
Kayak Chiang Dao Valley’s Ping River creeks and bamboo forests from Chiang Mai with beginner instruction, lunch, and hotel pickup for $74.97.
“Altogether awesome trip! The tour guides were great and kept us entertained throughout the day. The cave was pretty interesting. Guides were great about pointing out the features and wildlife throughout. Kayaking was relaxing and not rusRead more”
Spend a full day from Chiang Mai visiting five hill tribe villages plus Chiang Dao Cave and Temple, with orchid and butterfly farms.
Full-day Chiang Dao Cave and hill tribes tour from Chiang Mai with lantern cave sights, five village visits, and A/C pickup included.
“With Amy, or Emy, our guide, trip was very educational! She explained the herbs and leaves we saw along the hiking trail, their medicinal and nutritional values and importance. We learned about fruits and varieties , they are the same fruits but of different kind. Made us smell the herbs and their uses, etc. She…”
A challenging 3-day Chiang Dao trek with a small group, homestay nights, home-cooked meals, and jungle ridges led by top local guides.
“What an amazing 3 days we had in the Chiang Dao Mountain area with our phenomenal guide, Tan. And it was a special bonus to have Active Thailand's Alex and Tina along for parts of the trek as well. The scenery was spectacular - from bamboo forests to remote villageRead more”
Small-group tour to Bua Tong’s sticky waterfall, Nam Phu Chet Si, and Bua Tong Cave, with pickup, snacks, and lunch.
“Our guide Kim was fantastic!!! He taught us so much about No. Thai culture, played amazing music, told fascinating stories and made the whole day way more than we expected!! Wonderful experience all around!!!”
Trek Chiang Dao Cave and climb Buatong Sticky Waterfall on a small-group day tour from Chiang Mai with pickup, guide, and cave fees included.
“We just got back from our tour. Somehow we got lucky and found that we were the only people on this tour. We got special “VIP” attention. Our guide, Popcorn, is very easy going. He is kind, patient, easygoing, and knowledgeable. He has Read more”
Private Chiang Mai day trip to Wat Ban Den, Chiang Dao cave, Sticky Waterfall, and the Grand Blue temple with lunch and fees included.
“Don is an excellent guide, this was a great tour! Pick up was on time at our hotel and tour exceeded our expectations. Lunch stop was also fantastic. Eight in our party and everyone agreed. It’s a good mix of activities for adults and children/teens.”
Kayak Chiang Dao jungle rivers on a small-group Ping River trip with guides, training, and lunch. Beginner-friendly and crowd-free.
“It was a very nice experience to enjoy the river and the nature around with Aidan's expertise. He tailored the trip for us, and guided us through all of our "mistakes". I had little experience kayaking, but you feel you're in good hands with him, and that makes you enjoy better your time in the…”
The Old City temples, the elephant valleys, the mountain day trips and every way to spend a day in the north.
