Chiang Mai Jungle Trek, River Tubing & Waterfall Day
Activity provider: Tubing Chiang Mai
Reviewed Oct 2026
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Tubing Chiang Mai runs this full day out of its own base camp at Kuet Chang in Mae Taeng district, about 1.5 hours north of Chiang Mai. It’s a mix of a proper hike and a lazy afternoon on the river, and it fills 10 to 11 hours door to door.
After pickup, a safety briefing and a change of clothes (lockers provided), you trek for around three hours along a stream through forest and bamboo, past jungle pools, to Tard Mok Waterfall. Lunch is cooked at the base camp. In the afternoon you tube down the Mae Taeng River for about 90 minutes, past a stretch where elephants and water buffalo sometimes come down to cool off. Sightings aren’t guaranteed: the animals roam freely.
The last activity depends on the option you book. Option 1 is a five-minute walk to Saa Gee Waterfall to slide down the smooth rock into the pools. Option 2 is elephant observation. Either way you finish back at camp with a hot shower, tea and snacks, and drop-off in Chiang Mai is around 18:30 to 19:00.
Pickup, lunch, drinks, tubes, life jackets, a towel, a first-aid-certified English-speaking guide and travel accident insurance are included. Beer at camp costs extra.
Insider Tip: Pack a change of clothes and a dry bag for your phone. You’ll be wet from the tubing onwards.
Watch out: Choose your option at booking. The waterfall slide and elephant observation are separate, and you can’t do both.
Groups take up to 15. The trek needs moderate fitness, and the operator doesn’t recommend it for anyone with a spinal injury.
Itinerary
Pickup is from your accommodation in Chiang Mai, followed by a 1.5-hour drive through the countryside of Mae Taeng.
Arrival is at the Tubing Chiang Mai campsite. Change into comfortable trekking clothes and store your belongings in a secure locker. Before the trek begins, there is a brief safety orientation.
Begin your guided adventure through a jungle trail that follows a tranquil stream. Hike through lush forest, bamboo groves, and hidden jungle paths filled with natural beauty. Along the way, discover secluded jungle pools and enjoy the calming sound of flowing water. Reach the Tard Mok Waterfall. Take time to relax, soak in the peaceful surroundings, and then trek back to Base Camp.
Return to Base Camp and enjoy a delicious local lunch freshly prepared for you. Take time to rest, rehydrate, and soak in the peaceful jungle atmosphere. After lunch, change into your swimwear and get ready for the next adventure.
Float down the Mae Taeng River and soak in the jungle scenery around you. Drift past a stretch of the river where elephants and water buffalo sometimes come to cool off, if you're lucky, you might see them from the water. Along the way, enjoy views of peaceful riverside villages and lush forest landscapes. Note: Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed, as animals roam freely in their natural habitat.
Your final activity depends on the option you booked: • Option 1, Waterfall Slide: Take a short 5-minute jungle walk from Base Camp to the hidden Saa Gee Waterfalls. Slide down smooth natural rock into clear, refreshing pools, a fun and energizing way to cool off, then swim and relax before heading back. • Option 2, Elephant Observation: Visit the elephants to watch them in their natural surroundings (observe-only, no riding or feeding), a calm and respectful way to end your adventure.
Return to Base Camp for a refreshing hot shower and some downtime. Enjoy hot tea and light snacks while relaxing in the peaceful jungle setting. Afterward, begin your journey back to Chiang Mai, with drop-off around 6:30 – 7:00 PM.
Included
- Waterfall Slide, Option 1 only
- Towel
- English-speaking, first-aid certified guide & staff
- Elephant Observation, Option 2 only
- Travel accident insurance
- Round-trip hotel pickup & drop-off
- River Tubing (tube & life jacket included)
- Lunch, drinking water, tea, coffee, welcome drink & local snack
- Trekking
Not Included
- Alcoholic beverages (60 THB per can, 18+ only)
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities (optional)
Good to know
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Before you go
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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