Top Chiang Mai Outdoor Activities - page 5

Explore Thailand’s Doi Inthanon National Park on this private excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, enjoy experiences that include visiting Thailand’s tallest peak, strolling among Rhododendrons on Angkha nature trail, stopping by the Hmong hill tribe market, and marveling at the beautiful Wachirathan Waterfall. Learn about the region’s nature and culture from an informative local guide and savor a delicious complimentary lunch.

Experience outdoor beauty, organic coffee, and local culture with this private day trip to Doi Inthanon National Park. Instead of encountering crowds on public transport, a private driver transfers you seamlessly between sites in a private vehicle. Stops on the itinerary include Wachirathan Falls, Ban Mae Klang Luang village, and a hike to the Twin Pagodas of Doi Inthanon.

Paddle your way through the jungle on this full-day kayaking tour. Venture off the beaten track to explore the creeks, bamboo forests and wetlands of the Ping River and get up close to local wildlife as you journey through the heart of the rainforest. Your back-to-nature adventure includes hotel transport from Chiang Mai and a delicious lunch by the waterfront.

Paddle a jungle-fringed river in Northern Thailand on a full-day kayaking trip to the Mae Wang Valley, departing from Chiang Mai. Navigate Class I and II rapids, spot elephants at the water’s edge, and search for birds in the lush, tropical forest. Advanced kayakers can continue into the lower Mae Wang River, where challenging Class III and IV rapids bounce off boulders and riverbanks.

Discover the rural surroundings of Chiang Mai by mountain bike on a 7-hour tour. Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off eliminates the hassle of taxis. Use a top notch Kona bike with a range of equipment, including a helmet, knee pads, and a hydration pack. Your guide makes frequent stops so you can discover small villages, taste local snacks, and eat a complimentary lunch. It's a great adventure, regardless of your experience level.

Explore Mae Ngat Valley on a full-day bike tour with round-trip transport from Chiang Mai. Drive about 30 miles (50km) to Mae Tang district, then hop on the provided bicycle. Follow your guide on paved roads and dirt tracks that wind through small farms, rice fields, forest, and villages to Wat Bat Den temple. Hear commentary about northern Thailand's ecology and culture, and stop for a restaurant lunch.

Pedal through Chiang Mai's narrow alleys and atmospheric neighborhoods on a half-day cycling tour that explores the city’s history, culture and crafts. Follow a 16-mile (25-km) route through the city, and pause to visit centuries-old temples and a local silversmith. Stop at Chiang Mai’s Women’s Correctional Institution for refreshments, then continue to Wat Phra Sing, the city’s holiest place. Leave the city center to visit a vibrant Chinese community and fresh food and flower markets filled with products from around the region.

Go mountain biking in Doi Suthep National Park on a downhill ride that is suitable for intermediate to advanced mountain bikers. Your guide transports your small group by 4WD vehicle from your hotel to the top of Doi Pui mountain. Descend on a dirt track that runs through lush forest, stopping for coffee, and passing hill tribe villages on your way to Mae Ping valley. Afterward, celebrate your ride with a well-deserved lunch at Lake Huay Tueng Tao.

Take a 1200m descent by mountain bike from Doi Suthep National Park summit to Huay Tung Tao Lake on the valley floor. This is the ultimate mountain bike adventure in Chiang Mai for beginners and intermediate riders. Our experienced English-speaking guides will make sure that your day will be fun, safe, and exciting! We will provide all safety gear and mountain bikes, you just have to bring sports clothing and shoes. • Experience the thrill of a 1500m vantage point as you ride downhill to Chiang Mai • Bike through Northern Thailand's finest National Park and take a swim at the lake • Enjoy the stunning views as you ride towards the Mae Ping valley • Enjoy the company and aid of professional guides

Pedal through the highlands of Chiang Mai with a guide taking care of navigation and directions on this guided cycling tour. Focus on the scenery and the experience, looking out over the city and visiting highlights such as Suthep National Park, the Doi Suthep Temple, the Queen's Palace, and a Hmong hill tribe village. After lunch at altitude, feel the wind in your hair while you coast downhill back into the city.

Pedal through Chiang Mai’s Old City when temperatures have cooled, and daytime crowds have dispersed on this half-day bike tour. See the sights of the city illuminated at night and stop for street food at a bustling night market—all at a relaxed pace in a small group.

This day-long tour has been carefully crafted to show you the magic of Chiang Mai, that goes beyond the renowned MTB trails. Just a short distance outside the city, ride on- and off-road through local farms and rice fields, where you can taste seasonal fruit and enjoy local snacks, and learn about the rural lifestyle from villagers. There’s something for everyone, no matter your cycling ability.

Get off the beaten path and see a side of Chiang Mai that most first-time visitors miss on an electric bike tour of the Ping River banks. Riding an e-bike lets you cover more distance with less effort, and takes you to parts of the mountainous province that cars can’t—plus, you’ll visit traditional villages and even an archaeological site.

Pedal through Chiang Mai’s scenic countryside and experience local culture on a 4-hour guided bike tour. Learn about Thailand’s religious heritage at a small Buddhist temple, and visit a former leper colony that shelters people with physical disabilities. See an elementary school that serves the region’s hill tribes, then watch local craftsmen shape pottery in a traditional studio. Set a relaxed pace as you pass rice fields and a gentle river, with plenty of breaks to enjoy local treats, cool drinks and a light Thai meal.

Get the best of land and water on this mountain bike and river kayak adventure from Chiang Mai. Journey into the picturesque Mae Ngat Valley for an up-close look at rural Thai life. Paddle through the peaceful landscapes of the Mae Taeng Forest Reserve and learn about the incredible countryside that lies before you. This popular tour combines exploration by boat and bike and is ideal for travelers of all fitness levels.

Paddle into a serene landscape of jungle-fringed rivers, grazing water buffalo and rolling hills on a full-day kayaking trip through the Mae Ngat Valley from Chiang Mai. Learn the basics of paddling, and practice your skills in the slow-moving, gentle current. Watch for bright tropical birds as you wind through the Mae Taeng Forest Reserve, and enjoy a wonderfully undeveloped side of Northern Thailand.

Take a break from sightseeing in order to check in with yourself during a half-day yoga and meditation experience in Chiang Mai. This serene session gives you the chance to escape the bustle of the city and spend time among lush green rice paddies, doing breathing and stretching exercises designed to promote relaxation.

Join this small group to cycle near Chiang Mai’s Sticky Waterfall, starting from Mae Kuang reservoir. This is a full day tour, where your guide and crew will take care of the logistics- like transport, your bike, and food- so you and your small group just need to get out there and enjoy the ride.

Hike and bike through Mae Sa Valley, without the hassle of booking separate activities, on this small-group combo tour from Chiang Mai. Start with a morning hike that takes you past hill tribe villages and rice paddies, and into the lush rain forest. Refuel with a Thai lunch by a waterfall before your afternoon bike ride down a combination of paved and dirt roads through the rural valley.

This trip is the ultimate outdoor combo tour—you’ll hike, bike, and kayak in one day in Chiang Mai. Eliminate the hassle of bringing lots of heavy gear with you—kayak, and bike equipment are all included. After a morning pickup, travel to Suthep National Park to begin a guided hike. The route will take you to hidden temples such as Wat Pha Lat, which is where you begin the downhill biking activity to Lake Huay Tueng Thao. Then, enjoy a tasty lunch before kayaking to the Ping River in the heart of Chiang Mai.

Travelers can enjoy trekking in non touristic mountain area, learn about nature and herbal medicines, meet local hilltribe people. Tour is family friendly and small children are also welcome to join.

Bag yourself the best views in all of Thailand during a day trip to Do Inthanon National Park, home to the country’s highest mountain. Rather than exhausting yourself reaching the summit on foot, you’ll be driven to the highest point to enjoy a gentle nature walk and panoramic views.

Visit Doi Inthanon National Park for the day on a small-group tour from Chiang Mai. See Wachirathan waterfall, visit a hill tribe village, and explore the Kew Mae Pan Nature Trail. You'll come across lush forest, giant rhododendrons, waterfalls and streams, and sweeping mountain views on this tour, which includes lunch, guide, entrance fees, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Rather than missing out on the stunning scenery in a vehicle, hike to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep—perched on Thailand’s highest mountain—via the Monk’s Trail on a small-group hike that lets you walk at your own pace. After an adventurous hike, you’ll be rewarded with spectacular views and a chance to explore inside the temple.