Tours, sightseeing tours, activities & things to do | Viator.comChiang Dao Elephant Jungle Trek with River Rafting on Ping River
based on 12 reviews
Duration: 7 hours (approx.)
Location: Chiang Mai, Thailand
Product code: 3685CNX28
For the truly adventurous! Approximately 37 miles north of Chiang Mai, situated on the banks of the Ping River, is Chiang Dao Elephant Camp. In an unspoiled setting, marvel at the worlds largest land animal, performing amazing feats of strength and skill, at the command of their 'mahouts'.
Then follow an exhilarating elephant trek through the neighboring jungle, past bamboo trees and hanging creepers, upwards toward a remote Lisu hilltribe village. The Lisu hilltribe people originated in Tibet and their villages are usually located in the mountains around 3280 feet. Local lunch is provided. After lunch, you will enjoy a thrilling river rafting adventure down the Ping River.
On return to Chiang Mai, the journey continues by road to an Orchid Farm at Mae Sa. There is ample time to stroll around this scenic area where a picturesque forest waterfall can also be found.
- Follow an exhilarating Elephant trek in the remote jungle of northern Thailand
- Visit the ancient culture of the Lisu Hilltribe which originated in the remote mountains of Tibet
- Visit Mae Sa, where you can take a stroll through the Orchid Farm and picturesque surroundings
Elephant trek in Chiang Mai
Daily
Unavailable Dates:
- Songkran Festival - 14,15 April
From your hotel within Chiang Mai
Departure Time:8:45am
- Hotel pick up starts from 8:00am.
Duration: 7 hours (approx.) Return details:
Return to your hotel at approximately 3:45pm
Hotel Pickup:Please advise the name of your hotel in the 'Hotel Pick-up' field at time of booking
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- Group tour
- Elephant trek
- Lunch
- River Rafting
- English speaking licensed guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Items of a personal nature
- Tips or Gratuities to guides or drivers
- This tour must be booked at least 72 hours in advance of your travel date
- Confirmation of this tour will be received at time of booking
- Tour is operated in English unless otherwise stated
- There is no age limit on this tour - the rafting is very gentle. Please wear comfortable clothes and sensible shoes.
- Please note - group sizes vary from 4 to 40 passengers per tour. The type of transport provided may vary from a 9 seater minibus to 40 passenger coaches depending on number of passengers booked.
- Gratuities to the guide and driver although customary, are not required. Any such expression of appreciation should be made on a voluntary and individual basis.
Tipping / Gratuities
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