Thailand · Water Adventure

River Kayaking in Chiang Dao Jungle From Chiang Mai

8 Hours Round trip from Chiang Mai Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Kayak through the lush jungle waterways of Chiang Dao
  • 02 Enjoy mountain, bamboo forest, and river scenery along the Ping River
  • 03 Learn basic river handling with an experienced instructor
  • 04 Spot birds, fish, and everyday local life along the river
  • 05 Round-trip hotel transfers from Chiang Mai town included
  • 06 Lunch, drinking water, and safety equipment provided

Escape the city for a full-day kayaking adventure through the lush waterways of the Ping River in Chiang Dao. Paddle beneath shady bamboo and temperate forest, take in mountain and jungle scenery, and experience a quieter side of northern Thailand as you move through winding creek-like channels.

With an experienced instructor and guide, this trip is suitable for travellers who want to enjoy nature while learning to handle gentle river currents. Along the way, look out for local riverside life, birds, and fish, then relax with included lunch and round-trip hotel transfers from Chiang Mai town.

Escape the city for a full-day kayaking adventure through the lush waterways of the Ping River in Chiang Dao.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
City Chiang Mai
Languages English

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Chiang Mai 1 city · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Round trip hotel transfer in Chiang Mai town
  • Quality river kayak, all gear, safety equipment
  • Licensed guide
  • Lunch, Drinking water

What's Not Included

River fee and insurance 150 THB

Know before you go

  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not recommended for people with back problems
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • The paddler must be 12 years of age or older.
  • The minimum age is 9 years, kids till 11 should be in a double kayak with an adult.
  • • For the mentioned service.
    • Not transferable to any other service or person.
    • Please arrive in the hotel lobby 15 minutes before the scheduled departure.
  • • Or, you can also get picked up from your hotel in Chiang Mai town.
    • Please plan to meet your tour guide at your hotel lobby at least 10 minutes prior to the scheduled pick-up time
    • If you arrive more than 10 minutes late or after we have moved from your hotel, you may be considered a no-shows

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Chiang Mai, TH
Tour start
Chiang Mai, TH
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 hours finish where they began, in Chiang Mai.

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