No.1 Chiang Mai: Leisure River Kayaking
4.8
37 Ratings

Embark on a full-day leisure river kayaking adventure into the beautiful Mae Taeng Forest Reserve from Chiang Mai. Explore the serene Mae Ngat Valley, spot diverse birdlife, and immerse yourself in the tranquil surroundings. Perfect for beginners, this excursion includes quality kayaks and expert guidance.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Mae Taeng - Immerse yourself in pristine landscapes as you kayak through the Mae Taeng Forest. Perfect for beginners, this stress-free adventure allows you to connect with nature and your travel partners.
    Professional Guidance:
    Our experienced instructors accompany you, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience. Take a deep breath of fresh air and…
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What's Included
  • Certified First Aid and CPR instructors
  • Captain your own boat
  • Air-conditioned van and 4x4 SUVs for transport
  • Water for hydration packs and bottled water
  • Vegetarian and Vegan lunch options at Mango Plantation Restaurant
  • Support truck with secure storage
  • Guided by professional kayaking guides
  • Top-quality single & double kayaks
  • Google Earth orientation and kayak briefing
What's Not Included
  • River fee, insurance 150 Baht pleas provide your passport details at check-in.
  • “Gear Available: water shoes, etc… are available at our Pro-shop.”
Additional Information

Unique Location: Immerse in the Mae Taeng Forest’s pristine landscapes, perfect for all levels.
Professional Guidance: Our instructors ensure safety and enjoyment, letting you relax and connect with nature.
Stress-Free Adventure: Paddle through serene waters, enjoy panoramic views, and listen to nature’s soothing sounds.
Holistic Benefits: Improve…

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
4.8
(37 Ratings)
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Sallyd304
Dec 29, 2024
Excellent day out - I had an awesome day out on a three hour kayak trip down the river through farmland and forest. It was so calm and peaceful, with lots of birds to see including a kingfisher. We also saw water buffalo grazing by the river. I had kayaked a few times before but not much and Aiden the guide was very helpful with tips and explaining how to read the river. I would definitely recommend the trip.
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Compass55462384064
Nov 24, 2024
Very memorable day - Such a memorable day! So beautiful in the mountains and jungle. We explored the cave and with our skilled guides we really got a hands-on experience of caving. Our guide Golf, was very knowledgeable about all of the history and religious significance of the cave. Tony, our other guide was fabulous about taking photos and encouraging us. Lunch of chicken pad thai was very good. Really enjoyed the kayaking. A little technical for beginners and a couple of people went swimming. Water very shallow. I think they were relieved to cool off. We were given an amazing talk at the very beginning about Kayaking and how to navigate the River. Very thorough. Fabulous day.
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Carragol
Apr 5, 2023
Amazing experience, fabulous guide - Superb day. Family of 4 (including 2 children aged 11 and 9). We took 2 kayaks out and were out on the water for 2.5-3 hours along an 18km stretch of river. Beautiful scenery - we even saw water buffalo and kingfishers. Jenny the guide was amazing and was a brilliant help with the kids especially. Highly recommended - would do again if and when I come back to Chiang Mai.
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383carolynl
Sep 8, 2022
Nice floating kayak ride in a quite section of the river - Art was our guide for the day and very entertaining! There were 7 of us in our private tour with 2 guides and we enjoyed every minute. Most of us had limited experience with kayaking, so were a little nervous at first, but quickly became comfortable with the instruction and practice in the small pool area at launch. It was a pretty leisurely float down 13 kilometers of the Ping River. We would have liked to see more wildlife, but still enjoyed the country side and views. We ended at a quite hut with delicious lunch of local favorite food. Would strongly recommend this experience if you have a day to go!
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Krtek3
Jan 4, 2022
Relaxing experience in beautiful nature - Got picked up at the hotel on time and where welcomed by our friendly and very funny guide Art. He made the day so much more special. On the way to the river we had the opportunity to buy some snacks and drinks. The kayaking is very relaxing. The river is quiet (dry season) and the nature is beautiful. a nice lunch afterwards in the countryside. A very nice day! Don’t forget your sunscreen and a hat is great too.
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N3775uwlucasb
Dec 23, 2021
Two great days with awesome guides and beautiful nature! - We had two great days with Art and his team of great guides! Day 1 we did the full day Kayaking trip, and day 2 we did went mountain biking down the jeep trail. Very satisfying experiences: awesome nature, great activities, and a lot of laughs with Art, Tony and all the other guides. Would definitely book again!
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Lynby14
Jun 20, 2020
An excellent day, fun, challenging and a great experience. - The whole trip was great fun, a bit of a challenge for a beginner like me but the owner and guides got me through it. I was alone but met some great people. Everything is perfectly organised, there were children and teenagers with the group and everyone had a great time and found enjoyment in the day. The kayaks are comfortable and in great condition. We had drinking water in each kayak and a water stop on the way. We stopped to swim and rest a few times. A truly great day. I'm ready to go back as soon as possible.
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Ninjaliciousn
Nov 28, 2019
Super chill, amazing guides - We had a blast, the guides are hilarious, super attentive and just fun to spend time with, they make this experience stand out. A few hours of chilled-out kayaking on a peaceful and beautiful river, highly recommended.
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996judep
Feb 8, 2025
See above - The slide show presentation about how to kayak was too academic to be useful and was a waste of time. No mention was made in the TripAdvisor ad of cave visit in the morning. Also the minibus trip was very long ie 2 hours. Apart from that it was a good experience.
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H9984uzsarahh
Sep 13, 2023
Complete nature - There were several bird sightings. The guides spoke wonderful English. The equipment was great. We only saw a water Buffalo farm and a fishers shack in terms of structures - it was so lush!
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