Chiang Mai · BAMBOO & WHITE WATER RAFTING

The 15 Best Rafting Trips from Chiang Mai

36 tours  ·  from $30 a head

Bamboo rafting on the Mae Taeng is a gentle pole downstream; the white-water runs above it are not. These 15 make the difference clear, with prices, grades, and which ones pair the river with a sanctuary morning.

Chiang Mai: Elephant Sanctuary, Waterfall & Bamboo Rafting - Cooling off at Mae Wang Waterfalls
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Chiang Mai: Elephant Sanctuary, Waterfall & Bamboo Rafting

Chiang Mai Elephant Sanctuary, Bamboo Rafting and Waterfall Tour - New Elephant Home: an ethical visit with useful limits
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Chiang Mai Elephant Sanctuary, Bamboo Rafting and Waterfall Tour

Bamboo & White Water Rafting, Quad Bikes, Sticky Waterfall Trips, Tour Reviews

8 hour Sticky waterfall, ATV and White water rafting Adventures

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Chiang Mai: Secret Waterfall & Bamboo Rafting

4.Secret Waterfall & Bamboo Rafting

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 259 reviews · 5 - 6 hours · from $30Best value

Explore a quiet Chiang Mai waterfall, picnic by the falls, bamboo raft the Wang River, and enjoy local lunch for $30.

“Such a great experience, the guides were so lovely. The waterfall was beautiful and the bamboo rafting was so relaxing. Saw some elephants along the river too. Stoked that I did this, would recommend to anyone.”

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Whitewater Rafting Adventure - The opening 3 kilometers: calm jungle and a warm-up rapid
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Whitewater Rafting Adventure

5.Whitewater Rafting Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 205 reviews · from $97

Raft 10 kilometers through Northern Thailand’s jungle on class III and IV rapids, with guides, gear, lunch, hotel pickup, and showers included.

“First off, the most excellent communication from this company before the tour even began! Everything was crystal clear as far as expectations and the game plan. Also, everything was very timely. The safety and care that the crew take is outRead more”

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Full-Day Guided Tuk Tuk Chiang Mai Adventure and Rafting - A mountainside temple and working monks
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Full-Day Guided Tuk Tuk Chiang Mai Adventure and Rafting

4 in 1 Elephants Long Neck Rafting and Sticky Waterfall Tour - Climbing Bua Thong Sticky Waterfall
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4 in 1 Elephants Long Neck Rafting and Sticky Waterfall Tour

8.4 in 1 Elephants Long Neck Rafting and Sticky Waterfall Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 126 reviews · from $88

Review of Chiang Mai’s 4-in-1 tour with Sticky Waterfall, ethical elephants, Karen culture, and white-water or bamboo rafting.

“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 a blast, as was the Sticky Waterfall. I would highly recommend this tour, especially with Mr. K. 🙂”

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Ethical Elephant Visit and White Water Rafting in Chiang Mai - The early ride from Chiang Mai to Mae Taeng
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Ethical Elephant Visit and White Water Rafting in Chiang Mai

Safety whitewater rafting in Chiangmai by Khampan Rafting - One hour of rapids and river scenery
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Safety whitewater rafting in Chiangmai by Khampan Rafting

10.Safety whitewater rafting in Chiangmai by Khampan Rafting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 62 reviews · from $55

Raft 6 km of Chiang Mai’s Maetaeng River, spot elephants, tackle grade 2 to 4 rapids, and enjoy lunch with Khampan Rafting.

“This was a lot of fun, got picked up from hotel on time by Yu. He was very informative and helpful. Our first time rafting, but the raft guide was a good instructor. We saw several elephants ao our journey, which was exciting and very wet,lol. TRead more”

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Chiang Mai Rafting in Mae Taeng River with Thai Buffet - Getting fitted for the river
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Chiang Mai Rafting in Mae Taeng River with Thai Buffet

Chiang Mai: National Elephant Care, Rafting, & Ziplines Trip - Meeting the elephant families at Mae Wang
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Chiang Mai: National Elephant Care, Rafting, & Ziplines Trip

12.National Elephant Care, Rafting, & Ziplines Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 48 reviews · 6 hours · from $51

Meet free-roaming elephants, make herbal vitamin balls, then choose bamboo rafting or ziplining in Chiang Mai’s Mae Wang Valley.

“The day was amazing, the guide was so nice and kind. The elephants are well cared for, and the rafting was such a fun experience. The lunch was delicious. Absolutely recommend.”

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Chiang Mai Elephant Sanctuary Observation and Bamboo Rafting - The drive from Chiang Mai to Thung Luang
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Chiang Mai Elephant Sanctuary Observation and Bamboo Rafting

13.Chiang Mai Elephant Sanctuary Observation and Bamboo Rafting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · from $61

Spend a full day near Chiang Mai feeding and observing elephants, cooling off at a waterfall, and rafting through forest scenery on the Wang River.

“Visiting the elephant sanctuary was an incredible experience. It was clear that the sanctuary operates with the highest ethical standards, allowing the elephants to live freely without any pressure or obligation. Watching these magnificent animals in their natural habitat, moving and behaving as they would in the wild, was truly inspiring. The respect and care shown to the elephants here is evident in every detail, making this visit both responsible and unforgettable. Highly recommend this sanctuary for anyone looking for an ethical, awe-inspiring experience with these amazing creatures!”

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7 Hour Sticky Waterfall and Double Rafting Adventure - The drive into Chiang Mai’s rural country
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7 Hour Sticky Waterfall and Double Rafting Adventure

Khampan Rafting: White Water Rafting Guided Adventure in Chiang Mai - Ten kilometers of rapids on the Mae Taeng
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Khampan Rafting: White Water Rafting Guided Adventure in Chiang Mai

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