Bamboo Rafting in Chiang Mai: 6 to Book

1.Elephant Sanctuary, Waterfall & Bamboo Rafting

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 9,160 reviews · 9 hours · from $60Our pick

Meet rescued elephants at Pon Elephant Thailand, feed them bananas, walk through the forest, and bathe with them in the river. Guides such as Nop, Paul, Yaya, and Sunny add warmth and useful elephant knowledge. The day also includes Mae Wang Waterfalls, Thai lunch, and bamboo rafting.

“This day was incredible, from the pick up to the drop off! We were picked up directly at our hotel. An hour drive in a comfortable air conditioned van. Our day started with amazing moments with beautiful elephants. We had the opportunity to learn about them, feed them sugar cane, take pictures, cuddle them and walk with them down to the water to give them a bath and a good scrub, which was a memorable experience for us! A good lunch was served,a walk down to the waterfall which was a beautiful site. We then proceeded to a location 10 min away to get on our bamboo raft down a…”

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2.Chiang Mai Elephant Sanctuary, Bamboo Rafting and Waterfall Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 870 reviews · from $58Top rated

Spend about eight hours climbing Bua Tong’s sticky waterfall, visiting New Elephant Home in Mae Tang Valley, and rafting through forest scenery. Guides such as Paul, Fluke, and Mr. Poppy lead the day, with lunch and entrance fees included.

“Best tour ever, and the guid paul was exceptional and so helpful, trully the activities in here were awesome”

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3.Elephant Sanctuary Bamboo Raft & Padthai Cooking

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 245 reviews · 10 hours · from $54

Leave Chiang Mai for Living Green Elephant Sanctuary near Inthanon National Park. Feed and walk with rescued elephants, cook vegetarian Pad Thai, and raft the Wang River with local guides. Guides such as Rainbow, Mark, Jon, and Tuctuc are praised for their care and humor. Bring a waterproof phone case.

“Honestly such a highlight of our trip, our guide was so friendly and kind with the elephants. The animals seemed happy and well looked after- and seeing a baby elephant was honestly a dream come true!! The bamboo rafting was a highlight too”

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4.Bamboo Rafting with Hotel Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 111 reviews · from $46Best value

Take a four-hour half-day trip from Chiang Mai with a private basic-English-speaking driver, a calm bamboo-rafting ride, and elephant sightings near the river. Drivers such as Lek, Joi, and Joy have earned praise for friendly service. Bring swimwear, sunscreen, and a towel.

“We enjoyed this activity. The transfer was smooth however note that from central chiang mai it takes over an hour so you spend a lot of time travelling compared to bamboo rafting. Our guide was friendly and helpful and took many photos of us and sent them via WhatsApp. The cafe there was also nice where you can eat or get a drink and sit and watch everyone else’s bamboo rafting. Recommend for anyone in chiang mai.”

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5.Chiangmai : A Bamboo Raft Safari , Sticky waterfalls,

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 82 reviews · 8 hours · from $69

Join guides such as Minty, May, or Amy for an eight-hour Chiang Mai nature day. Visit Dantewada’s photo-friendly waterfalls, raft quietly on the Mae Taeng River near elephants, then climb Bua Thong Sticky Waterfalls. Lunch, transport, water, and 15 phone snapshots are included.

“Star was an amazing guide. She is very quirky and funny! All 3 places were a great experience, nice transportation, and a hot lunch at a restaurant was included. They also provided waters the whole time, you didn’t need to pay anything additional during the tour! Saw lots of elephants on our rafting trip, which was amazing!”

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6.Chiang Mai Elephant Sanctuary Observation and Bamboo Rafting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · from $61

Join Joy Elephant Sanctuary for an 8 to 9 hour nature day from Chiang Mai. Prepare elephant food, watch four rescued females roam, hike through forest, visit a waterfall, make a Thai souvenir, and raft the Wang River. Lunch, transport, towels, drinks, insurance, and photos are included.

“A must do experience. Small sanctuary with only 4 females but that didn't make a difference. Rescued elephants now secure. Rules so tourists don't impact on them. Learnt much. Great fun feeding them. Combined trip with swim in waterfRead more”

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