Chiang Mai Biking & River Kayak : Gentle Thrills in a Lush Valley
Overview
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5 hours
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Diverse Landscapes:
Explore Mae Ngat Valley's rice fields, villages, and farmland. The journey includes a temple city and scenic jeep tracks to the river's edge.
Authentic Interactions:
Experience local culture by passing through markets and farm fields, meeting friendly villagers and farmers.
Holistic Kayaking Benefits:
Kayaking offers exercise, muscle toning, stress reduction, mindfulness, and appreciation for nature’s beauty.
Peaceful Kayaking in Mae Taeng Forest:
Enjoy a kayak trip into Mae Taeng Forest Reserve, witness traditional fishing, see water buffaloes, and marvel at jungle walls and birdlife.
Comprehensive Package:
Our tour includes transfers, lunch, water, and a guide. This 1-day biking and kayaking tour blends adventure, cultural immersion, and relaxation.
Balanced Experience:
Thrilling biking and peaceful kayaking ensure excitement and relaxation, leaving you invigorated for more holiday fun.
Join us for an unforgettable adventure .
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 4 years, we can provide a "Tag Along Bike" for small children
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River Fee/insurance THB 150.00 per person
What To Expect
Hotel Pickup and Departure: Begin your adventure with convenient pickup from your Chiang Mai hotel. Head straight to the picturesque Mae Ngat Valley to kick off your tour. Ban Den Temple: Start with a quick exploration of the stunning Ban Den Temple, soaking in its unique architecture and serene atmosphere. Biking Through the Valley: Embark on a leisurely bike ride through Mae Ngat Valley, passing through charming local villages and lush rice fields. Take a brief rest at a local produce stand to enjoy the surroundings. Scenic Ride: Continue biking south, weaving through quaint villages before stopping for a quick snack break. This will energize you for the next part of your adventure. Kayak Adventure: Experience the tranquility of the Mae Ping River as you kayak through the Mae Taeng Jungle Reserve. This serene watercraft journey offers exclusive access to a beautiful area, where the only sounds are the chirps of wild birds, making it a peaceful escape into nature. Lunch and Relaxation: After your kayaking adventure, enjoy a well-deserved lunch at a local restaurant. Savor a refreshing drink and delicious meal before we take you back to your hotel.
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Chiang Mai Biking & River Kayak : Gentle Thrills in a Lush Valley
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Professional Escort: Guided by Chiang Mai’s No.1 Professional Mountain biking & Kayaking guides.
You are the captain of your own boat.
Transportation: Air-conditioned van is our primary mode of transport. 4x4 SUVs for smaller groups.
Hydration: Water for hydration packs and bottled water are available throughout the event.
Lunch : Vegetarian and Vegan Options available. Mango Plantation Restaurant
First Aid: Our instructors are certified in First Aid and CPR ensuring your safety during the event
Safety Gear: Biking : Provided helmet and gloves, kayaking : Life jacket, for your protection
Google Earth Orientation: Provided at our Pro-shop.
Support Truck: “Following” ready to assist and support. Includes secure storage for your valuables.
We provide top-quality hard-shell single & double kayaks for a superior experience
Enjoy the convenience of a Hydration-backpack provided for your excursion
High-Quality Mountain Bike: Well-maintained in all sizes. Enjoy a test ride at our Pro-shop.
please provide passport # at check-in for insurance ID
Gear Available: Lite hiking/water shoes, padded shorts, and jerseys are available at our Pro-shop.
River Fee/insurance
Pickup points
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
45 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A peaceful day in the countryside outside Chiang Mai
Lucy L,Mar 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This is such a peaceful day out. Cycling through the countryside, stopping for snacks at a local market. We finished our bike ride by the river & transitioned to kayaks. We were given a choice of single or double kayaks. We loved watching the bird life as we drifted along the river. Lunch was excellent. Both bikes & kayaks were well maintained. Our guide was fun & informative. I would recommend this day out.
Great all round...
David C,Mar 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great all round experience. However the transportation was not air conditioned and we sat in the back of a covered pick up. I enjoyed this but my partner was not so keen
Nice landscape north of Chiang Mai
retobubu,Jan 12, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Nice and recommended trip. Good guiding through rice fields, little villages and a calm river. Timing was a bit awkward as lunch was planned after kajaking at 4pm
Fun adventure
James S,Dec 22, 2021
- Review from Viator
5.00The group elected to not ride bikes but to go kayaking. The guides were personable and attentive. We spent a lot of time laughing.
Very nice family outing in the Thai countryside
Stéphane A,Mar 4, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We chose the mountain biking and kayaking formula, family of 8 people and we had a very nice day. We had a pickup at our place of residence and a briefing a few steps from the city center. Then head to the mountain bike departure about an hour drive from Chiang Maī. 40 minutes stop at the largest and most beautiful temple in Chiang Maī (free). The mountain bike ride is quiet because the course of about 10 km is flat. This allows us to admire the rice fields, villages and tobacco plantations. Very simple but good meal. Then kayak for 2 good hours. The boss is very nice and humorous. I highly recommend this activity which allows to discover Thailand from another angle.
Great value for money!
C3667ZOjonathanb,Nov 16, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was absolutely great for me! I had booked the bike and kayak tour and was very happy with it. We first rode a few kilometers of bikes (slow pace, although it could have been faster for me), then we stopped at a small market where we got something to eat for free. After that we continued cycling, of course we took breaks for drinking and photos again and again until we finally arrived at the river, for kayaking. The kayak trip was of course also very nice, the guides took free photos and later also sent them by email. If you are looking for a cheap trip where you can see a lot, this is the place for you!
Wonderful experience with super guide
Foxx9001,Nov 5, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Very Nice Experience with Perfect Service. Beautiful locations. The guide (nickname A) was a lovely guy. Very friendly and social as well as the driver of the van. The tour was arranged to perfection with plenty of fresh water during a warm sunny day. The lunch in a typical northern Thai place afterwards was very tasty but there might also be something between mountain biking and kayaking provided to eat. 6 hours after departure was just a little too long to be able to eat something for the first time. This tour is definitely worth repeating if we ever come back to Chiang Mai.
Awesome day
Celine v,Sep 23, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Yesterday we enjoyed a wonderful day of being active on the bike and in the kayak. Picked up at our hotel then instruction and off to the location for cycling. A stop at a temple and then cycling between the rice fields, a stop at a local market to taste delicacies, lunch and then into the water for a trip in the kayak. Very cozy and The big guy was very full of jokes and jeers. Recommended I say do.
Beautiful trip
Hans St,Aug 7, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The trip was well organized. Picked up right on time from the hotel. Then pick out helmets and life jackets, a briefing on kayaking, and then off we go. The guide handed out some sticky rice with banana on the way and the first stop was a very large temple complex, where construction was still going on. Impressive, especially the reclining Buddha of at least 20 m on the far right of the complex. Then the bike ride through the rice fields begins. Very nice, this trip is more about the landscape than the effort. A lot of mud, though! But also for younger children (10) to do. Along the way the guide distributed fruits and there was always enough (ice) water. Switched to the kayaks at the river. Again the same, not the effort but the view was impressive. At the end of the trip we were treated to a tasty meal in a restaurant. Finishing touch: our shoes, covered in mud, were delivered to the hotel later in the evening cleaned. All in all a great day with fine guides who spoke good English.
Mtb and kayak
Benjamin D,Jul 23, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00For a quiet day without too much effort. Mountain biking tour around the rice fields in the plain (about 1h 1h30) with a pztite stop in a local market, then down 9km of super quiet river with Art my guide of the day to end up in a super small local restaurant super nice and especially super good of course you have to love local Thai cuisine. Small downside but it is listed in lz descriptive you have to pay 150 extra baht for the river tace or insurance. Otherwise very punctual for the shuttle Service to the hotel to departure and return included obviously. Ha I forgot before going mountain biking I was able to make a very nice visit of temple (30mn).
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