Chiang Mai

15 Best Chiang Mai Rafting & Adventure Tours

The adrenaline menu: Mae Taeng whitewater, zipline courses through old-growth canopy, Chiang Dao caving and ATV combos that stack three thrills before lunch. The mountains behind the city earn their adventure-capital billing.

1.Chiang Mai: Elephant Sanctuary, Waterfall & Bamboo Rafting

Discover a full-day ethical elephant sanctuary visit, waterfall swimming, and bamboo rafting near Chiang Mai, combining authentic wildlife experiences and stunning nature.

Most Popular★ 4.9

“Fantastic experience, beautiful ethical elephant sanctuary who prioritises the Elephants well being and happiness. We had a wonderful guide”

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2.Chiang Mai Elephant Sanctuary, Bamboo Rafting and Waterfall Tour

Discover an ethical elephant sanctuary, scenic waterfall, and relaxing bamboo rafting in Chiang Mai. A full-day adventure perfect for nature lovers and animal enthusiasts.

★ 5.0

“Amazing experience! Mr. Poppy was great. Informative and hilarious. Couldn't have asked for a better guide. Seeing how happy and well cared for the elephants were really made the experience special. Highly recommended.”

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4.ATV Adventure

Experience thrilling off-road ATV adventures near Chiang Mai, with expert guides, stunning scenery, and a well-rounded 6-hour tour perfect for all skill levels.

★ 5.0

“Awesome experience! The pick up from our hotel was on time. They provided safety gear and clearly explained how to use the ATVs in very good English. The tour was a lot of fun and we stopped to see the elephants at the sanctuary acrosRead…”

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5.Chiang Mai: Elephant Sanctuary & Bamboo Rafting

Experience ethical elephant encounters and bamboo rafting on the Wang River with this full-day tour from Chiang Mai, blending nature, culture, and adventure.

★ 4.8

“We loved this activity, the staff are so so friendly are very funny. This is such a good day trip that has so many things to offer for a good price - we loved all of it:)) The cooking was so fun and the staff…”

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6.No.1 Full-Day Chiang Mai Caving & Jungle Kayaking: Chiang Dao

Discover Chiang Dao’s caves and jungle by kayak on this full-day adventure from Chiang Mai, blending natural beauty, cultural sights, and outdoor fun for all levels.

★ 4.5

“My first time kayaking (in my 50's) and had a great time. Guides are very good at teaching how to kayak and very patient while everyone masters the skill. Cave is very interesting and a different experience than typical temples.”

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7.Whitewater Rafting Adventure

Experience thrilling whitewater rafting in Chiang Mai with expert guides, scenic jungle views, and a well-organized full-day adventure for all skill levels.

★ 5.0

“Staff was professional and fun. Safety was a top priority. Food was great. Everyone in our group had a great time.”

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8.Whitewater Rafting and ATV Adventure

Experience a full day of adventure in Chiang Mai with whitewater rafting on Class III-IV rapids and an ATV ride through lush jungles, all with top guides and great value.

★ 5.0

“My husband and I debated this adventure for a while, not sure if it would be worth the money, spoiler alert- it was. We had the most amazing time seeing beautiful Thailand through a new lens. It was my first time ATV’ing and whitewater rafRead…”

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10.Chiang Mai: Ping River Night Kayaking into City Center

Experience Chiang Mai at night with a peaceful 6 km kayak trip on the Ping River, guided by friendly experts. Perfect for all skill levels and ages.

★ 4.8

“Kayaking through a river at night is a novel, peaceful and joyful experience not to be missed. Throw in a fun, caring guide (A) who pays attention to everything while keeping us entertained and engaged, the trip becomes truly memorable. My daughter and I are…”

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11.Full-Day Guided Tuk Tuk Chiang Mai Adventure and Rafting

Discover Chiang Mai on an exciting full-day tour driving your own tuk tuk, visiting remote temples, feeding elephants, and bamboo rafting for a true local adventure.

★ 5.0

“OA was a number 1 guide, my partner and I were lucky enough to have this tour to ourselves so the personal treatment was excellent. 30 minutes to learn the intricacies if the tuk tuk and away we go. Temples, elephants, lunch and rafting all…”

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12.4 in 1 Elephants Long Neck Rafting and Sticky Waterfall Tour

Experience adventure and culture in Chiang Mai with this 4-in-1 tour including sticky waterfalls, ethical elephants, hill tribe villages, and rafting.

★ 5.0

“This was easily the best tour I have taken in more than 10 years travelling through South East Asia. Absolutely fantastic guide (Mr K), a small group and really fun activities. The elephant sanctuary was great and the elephants treated very well. The rafting was…”

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13.Jungle Flight Zipline Roller Coaster

Experience exhilarating ziplining through Thailand's rainforests with Jungle Flight’s roller coaster tour, offering stunning views, safety, and fun for adventurers.

★ 5.0

“My wife and I joined a group of 6 others tourists for the excursion. The guides were all very fun, personable, helpful, and spoke English, Thai, and Chinese. The tour moved along at. Fairly quick pace, as there were several zip lines to go througRead…”

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14.Zipline Adventure at Skyline Jungle Luge Chiang Mai

Experience Chiang Mai’s jungle from above with a 6-hour ziplining adventure, featuring 14 ziplines, stunning views, and a delicious buffet lunch.

★ 5.0

“I came alone in a group tour and was worried about being overlooked but I'm happy to say that I was wrong and had a great time! Shoutout specifically to Max, X, and Moon for giving me a great time and great conversation. Hope I…”

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15.Chiang Mai : Kayak the Jungle Rivers of Chiang Dao Valley!

Discover Chiang Mai's natural beauty on this full-day kayaking tour through jungle rivers, bamboo forests, and wetlands with expert guides and a tasty riverside lunch.

★ 5.0

“Great day! We were given some useful tips & advise on using the kayak. The kayaking was really straightforward, pretty gentle all the way. The guides were extremely helpful & made you feel relaxed & safe. Saw some beautiful birds along the way.”

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More Chiang Mai Rafting & Adventure Tours

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