Top Chiang Mai Water Parks

The Grand Canyon Chiang Mai is an old flooded quarry where people used to swim and cliff jump. It’s now been turned into a full-on waterpark. The central feature of the park is the inflatable obstacle course in the middle of the water. This is similar to the courses on the TV show Wipeout, and it’s really fun to play on with friends. You’ll climb, jump, swim, fall, and bounce your way along, and have huge smiles plastered on your faces the whole way. Select your preferred package that allows access to the Floating Aqua Park, Kid Zone, Giant Slider, and Zipline. Try other exciting outdoor activities such as wakeboarding, kayaking, and canoeing - perfect for all ages. Enjoy a wide range of packages that include round-trip transfers, lunch, accident insurance, and more. The Grand Canyon Chiang Mai, located in a picturesque and natural setting, is surrounded by lush greenery, hills, and lakes, you're sure to have a relaxing day!

Beat the crowds and see a spectacular sunrise from one of Chiang Mai’s highest points during an early-morning tour to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep. This unique tour offers you the chance to experience an alms-giving ceremony in the early morning and explore the famous temple without daytime crowds. Plus, a former-monk guide provides insight into Thai culture and the Buddhist religion.

Experience Chiang Mai’s night markets with an insider guide on this evening food tour. Enjoy a mixture of exploring the city on foot and by songthaew (shared truck). Bring an appetite for this small-group food tour, which includes samples of all sorts of tasty treats, and learn how to order in Thai.

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, all in one day without having to plan a complex itinerary, on this small-group guided tour from Chiang Mai. Hotel pickup is included. Private tour and longer hike option available.

Head out to Doi Inthanon National Park for a 2-hour trekking tour with a professional guide by your side. You'll hike the fantastic nature trail around 2 hours. You'll also stop by the Phra Maha Dhatu Naphamethinidon and Naphaphonphumisiri Pagodas, at the top of Thailand's highest peak. You'll visit a Karen village and a Hmong market. Lunch and round-trip hotel transfers are included.

When was the last time you forgot the time and just had fun? Tube Trek Water Park is your excuse to ditch the schedule and dive into a high-energy, space-themed water park—one of the best things to do in Chiang Mai. Drift through lazy rivers, bounce in rolling waves, then scream your way down tornado rides and gravity-defying slides built to international safety standards. Choose the Family Pass for easygoing laughs or go all out with the Full Access Pass for nonstop thrills. With restaurants, cafés, lockers, and a cashless wristband system inside, fun comes easy—book your pass today and make this the Chiang Mai experience you’ll still be talking about long after you’ve left.

Looking for one of the best things to do in Chiang Mai when you want fun without rushing? Spend a refreshing afternoon at Tube Trek Water Park, a vibrant space-themed water park and must-visit Chiang Mai attraction in San Kamphaeng. Float along lazy rivers, enjoy rolling waves, or turn up the excitement with galaxy-inspired slides at your own pace. Choose the Happy Pass for calm, family-friendly zones or upgrade to the Extreme Pass for tornado rides and gravity-defying drops, all built to international safety standards. With restaurants, cafés, lockers, and a cashless wristband system inside, everything you need is in one place—perfect to enjoy after exploring nearby attractions like the Umbrella Village. Don’t be surprised if the kids keep talking about this day for the rest of your trip.

Explore Doi Inthanon National Park on a full-day, private trip from Chiang Mai, then spend the day visiting spectacular waterfalls, browsing local handicrafts, summiting Thailand's tallest peak, and hiking through a landscape of paddy fields and coffee farms. Enjoy the flexibility of a personal driver/guide throughout the day, which includes pickup and drop-off at your Chiang Mai hotel, all transport by climate-controlled vehicle, and lunch, the perfect way to discover Chiang Mai's remarkable mountain scenery.

Discover the natural wonders of the Chiang Dao Valley on an action-packed full-day adventure from Chiang Mai. Paddle along the Mae Ping River on a kayaking excursion, admire the wild scenery of the Chiang Dao Jungle, then venture underground for a guided walk to the Buddhist shrines of Chiang Dao Cave.

Taste your way around Chiang Mai, on this half-day foodie tour. Whether you’re looking to start the day off right or bring your day in Chiang Mai to a close, this tour combines an authentic glimpse into local culinary culture with the chance to try delicious local specialties. From mango sticky rice to tapioca dumplings, this tour highlights a side of Thai cuisine that’s often absent from menus outside of the country.

Get a taste for the unique flavors of Thai and Akha cooking with this Chiang Mai cooking class. Learn about the culture and cuisine of the Akha people, visit the local market to buy ingredients (morning class only), and learn to prepare several different dishes, both Thai and Akha. A souvenir cookbook from your session is also included, as are transfers from central Chiang Mai hotel.

This incredible tour combines the best of outdoor activities with a hike and mountain bike descent in Doi Suthep National Park. Trek to the top of the summit near a Hmong village, then cruise at high speeds towards Lake Huay Tueng Thao on your bike. This tour from Chiang Mai is ideal for fit adrenaline junkies and nature lovers alike. It includes round-trip hotel transfers, water, two meals, equipment, and an expert guide.

Ascend to 3,500 feet (1,069m) without breaking a sweat on a half-day tour that takes you to the mountaintop Wat Phra That Doi Suthep temple and Phu Ping Palace. An early start means you avoid the crowds that congregate around midday, while exploring with a guide means you benefit from important social and historical context.

Don’t let limited time in northern Thailand stop you exploring Doi Inthanon National Park. Cover several attractions in just one day on a day trip to the national park, Wachiratharn Waterfall, and the Karen tribe village. This stress-free day trip transports you between sights in air-conditioned comfort and comes with the insider knowledge of a guide.