CHIANG MAI
Chiang Mai’s best days out.
The 15 rafting adventures 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.
Ethical elephant sanctuary near Chiang Mai plus Mae Wang waterfall swim and bamboo rafting. Lunch and guide included in a full 9-hour day.
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Climb the sticky Bua Tong falls, spend time at an ethical elephant sanctuary, then float on bamboo rafts in the Chiang Mai countryside.
“Started with bamboo rafting which was very scenic. Then to the elephant sanctuary where we got to feed and get up close with the elephants. Our guide Dam was very friendly and answered our questions about the elephants. Highlight was the sticky waterfall, where we had lots of time to explore. Recommend for all ages.”
A one-day Chiang Mai hit: Sticky Waterfall limestone pools, ATV countryside tracks, and level 3–4 rafting with Thai lunch from 9am.
“Amazing! Our tour guide Mr. k was fabulous and took great pictures! He explained what the itinerary would look like when we first met him, then also throughout the trip, letting us know approximately how long we would be on the road, doing the activity, etc. he was also very funny. I went with 5…”
A full-day Chiang Mai program with rescued elephants (no rides), bamboo rafting on the Wang River, and a vegetarian Pad Thai cooking workshop.
Full-day whitewater rafting from Chiang Mai with hotel pickup, gear, lunch, showers, and flexible course options for different skill levels.
“We booked a Class 4 rafting tour that was supposed to cover 10 km, but the day before our trip, we were informed that the river was too high. Instead, they suggested an 8 km tour. The rafting experience was at a Class 2-3 level, which was Read more”
Full-day Chiang Mai adventure with ATV riding in Mae Taeng Valley plus Class III–IV rafting, lunch, drinks, and shower facilities.
“Very fun activities we love adrenaline so this was the best tour for us! We enjoyed every moment and highly recommend this activity.”
Drive a tuk tuk through rural Chiang Mai to temple and elephants, then float a bamboo raft downstream with lunch and guide included.
“Nam made the experience come to life! She was so knowledgeable and could answer all our questions. She has the greatest personality and worked well with everyone she came into contact with. Very caring and made sure we had a fun time and took tons of pictures for us. Thank you Nam!”
A full-day Chiang Mai tour with Sticky Waterfall, an ethical elephant sanctuary, Karen long neck village, and optional rafting.
“We booked this excursion for one of the days we were in Chiang Mai. Our tour guide Yoong and driver Mr. K were fantastic. Yoong took us around the elephant sanctuary and we got to feed, pet, and even bathe the elephants. A very sRead more”
Ethical elephant feeding and walking plus white-water rafting on the Mae Taeng River, with Thai lunch and small-group transport from Chiang Mai.
“Guide was very friendly and helpful, the experience was really fun and informative. Everything provided”
Beginner-friendly whitewater rafting on Chiang Mai’s Maetaeng River with a thrilling grade 2–4 ride and views of elephant sanctuary.
“Una pena que no hubiese mucha agua, pero aún así hay tramos buenos de rápidos. El chaval que nos acompañó en la balsa un crack, super majo. Te hacen un montón de fotos y vídeos a lo largo del trayecto y puedes ver elefantes. Recomendable.”
Ride Mae Taeng Grade 3–4 rapids in Chiang Mai with Thai buffet lunch, expert guides, and a waterfall slide stop on a small group tour.
“Recommend 100%. It is worth your money. The tour guides were very helpful and nice. Gave there best for you to have a great time. Lunch was good and well served.”
Elephants, bamboo rafting, and Mae Wang zipline in one 6-hour Chiang Mai day with lunch, guide, and convenient pickup.
A full day in Chiang Mai mixing an ethical elephant sanctuary visit with Karen culture and a bamboo raft ride on the Wang River.
“An amazing, immersive, respectful way to learn about the wonderful Asian Elephants. A really great day out in nature! Beautiful scenery and everything is done at a relaxed rhythm, allowing us to enjoy the experience to a max!”
Sticky Waterfall climb, Class 3–4 whitewater rafting, and bamboo rafting near Chiang Mai. Lunch, pickup, and local insurance included.
“Really good organisation, the guide was really nice as well to explain the program, some history during the travel to the location etc”
Chiang Mai white-water rafting on the Mae Taeng River with round-trip pickup, certified guides, lunch, and Phachee waterfall fun.
“Such wonderful people and a wonderful experience. I felt like a part of the family all day. The rafting was exciting and fun! I fell out of the boat on one of the rapids and loved every minute of it 😅 The food was incredible afterwards on the Read more”
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