Top Chiang Mai In the Air

Hike in Doi Inthanon National Park (entrance extra), visit a waterfall and the highest point in Thailand, stop at a Karen village and a Hmong Market, and see the Twin (King and Queen) Pagodas with this small-group tour from Chiang Mai. You'll explore with a local guide, making stops to take in views, dine on an included lunch of Thai fare. Private tour and longer hike option available.

Satisfy an appetite for adventure on an exhilarating ATV tour, suitable for beginner and experienced ATV drivers. Traveling by ATV gives you access to off-road terrain that traditional tour vehicles can’t reach and reveals little-known spots that are far from the beaten path. Lunch, hotel pickup and drop-off, and all safety equipment and protective clothing are included.

Spend the day admiring elephants that have been rescued from terrible conditions during a half-day trip to the Elephant Rescue Center in Chiang Mai. You’ll learn about how the elephants are cared for and what they do on a day-to-day basis, and watch the taking baths in conditions close to their natural habitat.

Get up close and personal with the world’s largest land mammal on a visit to the family-owned Elephant Pride Sanctuary. The elephants here once worked on logging crews to cut down the protected forest, but today they live at leisure. This small-group adventure includes a Thai lunch, water, skip-the-line access, and hotel transfers from Chiang Mai.

Get unrivaled views of Chiang Mai—as well as enjoying a completely unique experience—during a paramotor flying experience, a motor-operated paraglider. In tandem with your skilled instructor, you’ll glide over emerald green paddy fields and mountain-top temples, while feeling the wind in your hair and flying alongside the birds.

Take in fantastic views over the countryside around Chiang Mai with this sunrise hot air balloon experience. You'll head out to a launchpad outside of town, where you'll board a shared hot air balloon for your 50- to 60-minute morning flight. After you land, you'll join your fellow passengers for a champagne breakfast before returning to your Chiang Mai hotel.

Experience Chiang Mai from an entirely new perspective with a breathtaking 15 - 20 minutes paramotor flight. Lift off into the open skies and glide over a patchwork of green rice fields, winding rivers, and forest-draped mountains, all bathed in golden light. With a certified pilot guiding your flight, you’ll climb as high as 200 meters—feel the breeze on your face and the peaceful sky. Whether you're chasing adrenaline or seeking a moment of pure stillness, this sky-high escape will leave you mesmerized memory. After your airborne adventure, relax with hassle-free hotel transfers that complete your seamless, unforgettable experience

Enjoy the idyllic scenery of rural areas from a bird's point of view with a two-seat microlight flight at Chiang Mai Sky Adventure. Soar up to 200 meters above sea level and start your aerial adventure with a professional coach. Touch dreamy clouds and feel the wind in the sky. Experience an exciting moment and fulfill your freedom in summer or winter to see a broad view through an eager eye. You will get to see Chiang Mai from above, a very rare experience you won't find elsewhere. You will fly on a microlight as a passenger with a skillful pilot. Join this activity for a chance to rise above the skies without any flying experience! Hassle-free pickup and drop-off from your Chiang Mai hotel

Combine a visit to the hilltop temple of Wat Phra That Doi Suthep with a hot air balloon ride over the outskirts of Chiang Mai. Your driver will pick you up before dawn and take you to the launch site, where you'll go on a hot air balloon ride and have breakfast and sparkling wine. You'll then visit Doi Suteph, with a guide to provide narration and answer questions.

Get aerial views over Northern Thailand on this private hot-air balloon tour, including a spa visit upon landing. Plan a special day ahead of time for you and your loved one, starting with a sunrise flight over the landscape of Northern Thailand, which includes temples, villages, and ride paddies. Then hit the spa for a 4-hour package of relaxation followed by a meal at the onsite cafe; this tour is perfect for a romantic getaway or special celebration.

Enjoy unrivaled views of Chiang Mai during a sunset hot-air balloon ride that reveals the Rose of the North at its most glorious. Not only will you see the city bathed in golden light, you’ll enjoy cooler temperatures than you would if exploring at midday. Plus, drinks such as Champagne and juice are included.

Start your luxurious day in Chiang Mai with a breathtaking sunrise hot air balloon flight over rice paddies and lush forests. Soak in the aerial views of the serene countryside before touching down for a Champagne toast and breakfast buffet. Afterward, unwind with a relaxing spa consultation and massage in a tranquil tropical garden tucked away in historic Chiang Mai. With a group size limited to just eight people, your experience promises to be as personal as it is indulgent.