Full-Day Trekking and Sightseeing Tour in Mae Kampong

Recommended by 98% of travelers

Chiang Mai, Thailand

7 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

It can be hard to get off the beaten track around Chiang Mai. Enjoy a little-known hike and get to know local villagers—activities that are hard to do independently—on this small-group tour to Mae Kampong, a village surrounded by forest and mountains. Look for rehabilitated gibbons, hike to a charming waterfall, and learn about local flora and fauna from your guide. Enjoy an authentic lunch before you return.

Enjoy the relaxed pace and laid-back atmosphere of a small-group tour
Go beyond the guidebooks with facts and insight from your guide
Capture photos of ancient trees, tumbling streams, and rainforest
Get pickup and drop-off from central hotels for a seamless experience

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch
Local Guide Fee
Donation to Gibbon Caretaker

Coffee and/or Tea
Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Please wait outside the lobby between 8am - 8.30am, we'll email the evening before with the exact time.

Operating hours
.8:00 am

Itinerary

Mae Kampong Village

4 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Mae Kampong Waterfall

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Infants must sit on laps
Not recommended for travelers with back problems

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.9

based on 46 reviews

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Impressive tour through...

Revital_L, Jan 2026

Impressive tour through the jungle and daily life of the local village people. Learn about the Gibon monkeys and the flora of the forest. The sides were very good and helpful 👌

Great day trip, totally recommend it.

NinaRattan, Dec 2025

The whole day was great. First we had a short excursion to the Gibbons, then we visited the Waterfalls and in the end the Mae Kampong main village. What we liked best was to see the Gibbons in their natural habitat, but also that our guides shared their knowledge about local foods and plants. We really enjoyed the day a lot!

Fantastic day out in the...

Elise_G, Nov 2025

Fantastic day out in the mountains, so much knowledge was shared about the local fauna and flora. It was amazing to see the local family of gibbons. The guides were amazing and very friendly. Can’t recommend it enough if you like nature and mountains! Also the restaurant we ate for lunch was delicious.

Book this tour ASAP

Betti_M, Feb 2025

YOU MUST BOOK IT! This tour is a once in a lifetime experience. If you love nature, good food, Studio Ghibli and gibbons, this is your tour! We got so lucky to get TK as our tour guide. Her personality is very bubbly and cute. She answered all of our silly questions and helped me with a bug bite by putting some gel on. The trekking was very scenic and with the local guide super informative. We touched, smelled and tasted everything that we could and allowed during the trip. Due to a funeral, our schedule needed to be amended, so we had an early lunch at a café on the top of the mountain with a breathtaking view. A drink and a dish included, and you won't be disappointed. Very delicious drinks and food will await. The waterfall route was a bit hectic, going up and down but it totally worth it. After going through the village during our free time, we headed to see the gibbons. There was no sightings of them so far, but we were very hopeful. We spent a lot of time waiting and trekking thriught the jungle without a luck. After waiting another 20 minutes, we headed back to our van. After 8 minutes of walking, we got a call that the pair came to their spot. We rushed back to the place to catch a glimpse of them, and there they were. We stayed there for quite a while to follow them a bit, and watching them from a safe distance. It's an core memory now! We got very, very lucky to see them, especially at the very last minute. I hope that whoever ends up on this tour, will get to see them and have this memory locked as well. As mentioned, don't hesitate to book this tour! Oh, and if you can, ask for TK.

Amazing!

Christopher_W, Jan 2025

Amazing and totally worth it trip! We saw the Gibbons yesterday and we felt so lucky to see them!! TK was very knowledgeable, super friendly, and made the trip so great! It was so cool visiting the village, seeing the locals, and hearing about them. The coffee shop we got to have coffee at, had an amazing view and the rambutan Americano was so unique! 10/10 trip, would totally do again!

Terrific day with lovely people

Chris_P, Mar 2024

Our guide was so happy and fun. She gave us up close experiences with gibbons, and jungle flora. So much fascinating information about the plants and their uses. The villagers of Mae Kampong obviously like her too.

Really a great day and a fantastic experience

Erik_H, Feb 2024

First and foremost - our guide was extraordinary - above and beyond what you would expect - Thank you. We were fortunate to get to the gibbon monkeys - no doubt because our guide somehow knew when they were treated with fruit. The hike, the Mae Kampong village and the knowledge of an addinational local guide on flora and fauna made it a great day. Last but not least - the driver of our little bus was skilled - it flet safe to drive with him

Guided walk & info of local village

Angelic_A, Jan 2024

Short, easy walk on well-maintained trail. Our guide was very knowledgeable about local plants and with our contributions she helps out the local community.

100% Recommended - Fantastic day out.

Victoria_B, Nov 2023

An absolutely excellent tour from pick up to drop off. From the driver with the most infectious laugh ever, through our lovely, knowledgeable guide, to the local village guides and the quiet man who takes care of the gibbons, everyone was lovely, helpful and caring. The drive up is interesting, the village a haven of tranquility. The trek was stunning, and we learnt a lot about trees, plants and herbs. The waterfalls are gorgeous. Lunch very tasty and the coffee stop was in a stunning cafe with great views. 100% recommended.

Great excursion for nature lovers

NATHAELLE_F, Nov 2025

A great experience!! Meeting the Gibbons in the middle of the forest is magical. Our guide was great. She took the time to pass on her knowledge about local plants and flowers. Which made the walk even more magical. The meal was also very good. I recommend without hesitation!!

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Nagyon élveztük!

Peter_K, Mar 2025

Kiváló nap volt! A két túravezető és gépkocsivezető hölgy imádni való! A faluban kalauzoló néni és a gibbonokat etető és őrző bácsi is nagyszerű. A természeti élmények (madarak, gibbonok, óriás fák, ehető és felhasználható növények) felejthetetlenek voltak számunkra. A falu is különleges, bár sok a turista. Köszönjük szépen!

森の自然とローカルの人々の生活に触れて

KIMIYO_Y, Dec 2023

トレッキングが趣味でよく山登りをするので、このツアーに参加しました。英語ガイドさんとローカルガイドさんの知識に感嘆しながら、一日ジャングルの中を歩きました。一人で歩いていては、見逃してしまうような様々な植物や木、虫などが現地の人々にどのように使用され、森と人々の生活がどのように関わっているかがよくわかりました。テナガザルもじっくり観察することができました。お昼ご飯もコーヒーもケーキもとてもおいしかったです。願わくば、３０分でいいので、街中を散策する時間が欲しかったと思いますが、とてもいいツアーでした。