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15 km Leisure River Kayaking at Mae Ngat forest in Chiang Mai

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Activity provider: CHIANG MAI MOUNTAIN BIKING & KAYAKS
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Full-day tour in Chiang Mai, taking in Jeep / SUV, Chur Lare Bridge and เฮือนบัวจันทร์กาแฟสด. Run by CHIANG MAI MOUNTAIN BIKING & KAYAKS, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Jeep / SUV
  • Chiang Mai Mountain Biking & Kayaks
  • Chur Lare Bridge
  • เฮือนบัวจันทร์กาแฟสด
  • Runs full day
  • Professional Escort: Guided by Chiang Mai’s Professional Kayaking guides

15 km Leisure River Kayaking at Mae Ngat forest in Chiang Mai: Key Facts

PriceFrom $81.5 per person
DurationFull day
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Full description

This is a experience in Chiang Mai, built around Jeep / SUV, Chiang Mai Mountain Biking & Kayaks and Chur Lare Bridge. It is run by CHIANG MAI MOUNTAIN BIKING & KAYAKS, an operator we book with directly rather than through a reseller, which is why we can hold your place with them before we treat your booking as final.

Japan's outdoors is organised: trails are marked, mountain huts are booked, and the walking routes with history, the Nakasendo post road between Magome and Tsumago and the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage in Wakayama, are done in comfortable day stages with luggage forwarded. Cycling tours use the flat river paths and back streets that cars avoid. The summer heat from July to September makes early starts essential in the cities and lowlands, while the mountains are cool. Winter turns Hokkaido and Nagano into ski country from December to March, with the powder that Niseko and Hakuba are known for.

The price covers Escort: Guided by Chiang Mai’sProfessional Kayaking, First Aid: Our instructors are certified in First Aid and, We provide top-quality hard-shell single & double kayaks, Lunch : Vegetarian and Vegan Options available. Mango and Support Truck: “Following” ready to assist and support. It does not cover River fee and insurance 150 baht, so budget for those separately. Everything included is listed in full on this page; if something is not on that list, assume it is not in the price.

Chiang Mai. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with CHIANG MAI MOUNTAIN BIKING & KAYAKS before treating your booking as final. If they cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.

Tour Itinerary

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

Pickup location

Chiang Mai

Jeep / SUV

(15 minutes)

Chiang Mai Mountain Biking & Kayaks

Safety briefing (20 minutes)

Jeep / SUV

(1 hour)

Chur Lare Bridge

Kayaking (3 hours)

เฮือนบัวจันทร์กาแฟสด

Lunch (1 hour)

Jeep / SUV

(45 minutes)

Arrive back at

Chiang Mai

Detailed Itinerary

Pickup location: Chiang Mai

Jeep / SUV: (15 minutes)

Chiang Mai Mountain Biking & Kayaks: Safety briefing (20 minutes)

Jeep / SUV: (1 hour)

Chur Lare Bridge: Kayaking (3 hours)

เฮือนบัวจันทร์กาแฟสด: Lunch (1 hour)

Jeep / SUV: (45 minutes)

Arrive back at: Chiang Mai

Includes

  • Professional Escort: Guided by Chiang Mai’sProfessional Kayaking guides.
  • First Aid: Our instructors are certified in First Aid and CPR, ensuring your safety during the event
  • We provide top-quality hard-shell single & double kayaks for a superior experience
  • Lunch : Vegetarian and Vegan Options available. Mango Plantation Restaurant
  • Support Truck: “Following” ready to assist and support. Includes secure storage for your valuables.
  • 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.
  • Google Earth Orientation and Kayak Briefing : Provided at our Pro-shop.
  • You are the captain of your own boat.

Excludes

  • River fee and insurance 150 baht, please have your passport details available at check-in

Important information

Meeting point

Chiang Mai

Weather

This runs outdoors, so the operator can call it off for rain, wind or sea conditions, and that decision is usually made on the day. If they cancel, you choose: another date, or your money back in full. We do not keep a booking fee on a tour that did not run.

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration Full day
Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Main Tour Price
Starting from $81.5
$81.5
Need a custom booking or have a larger group?Contact Support via WhatsApp
Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more

Traveler Reviews

4.7/5
based on 25 reviews
Guide
4.9/5
Value for money
4.7/5
Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
5
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Efim
October 11, 2025

Very relaxing and fun day kayaking. Exactly what we were looking for, floating with the river amd enjoying the rural scenery. The guides put extra care on safety, the equipment is good and the lunch was tasty

5
S
Shelby
July 16, 2025

This is the second time I've used this company and it was great both times. Everything is super organized. Our guide was so kind and helpful and we had a blast. Pick up is prompt from you hotel. You have to do a quick check in at the office. Then you drive in a van to the starting spot and learn how to kayak! We opted for the longer kayaking as we had already done the caves. It was just me, my partner and the guide for this part. Our guide was so patient and friendly. We stopped off for a delicious lunch before heading back to Chiang Mai. Thank you for taking such good care of us and we'll see

5
T
Tania
December 19, 2024

Really enjoyable ride through the nature and friendly guides, great lunch in a beautiful country house

5
K
Keith
February 3, 2023

My wife and I had a very good day on the river. Well organised and a good lunch.

5
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Traveller
June 1, 2021

Great, knowledgeable and funny tour guide. The tour is perfect for a beginner and nice escape from the city! Recommend it!

5
C
Chantal
May 14, 2019

Fantastic excursion, staff 100% amazing! So happy I booked with them!

4
T
Traveller
November 3, 2025

The activity was really good nothing to say about anything except we only did half of the 15km

4
T
Traveller
December 27, 2024

C’était chouette de profiter de la nature au calme sur un kayak.

4
L
Lucia
February 4, 2024

Muy divertida y variada, el paseo en kayak genial! Tendrían q avisar de llevar calzado para caminar en la cueva. Por lo demás todo fantástico

3
T
Traveller
January 31, 2023

Our guide "A" was very nice and easy to talk to. However, for those of you who actually want to do some proper kayaking better look somewhere else. I booked only kayaking and was quite disappointed: they bring you to the same place as for bike+kayaking, but just drop you off a little further up the river. In this upper part you paddle through an environment full with concrete constructions along the river, some sand mining activities and not really nature. After that, we had to wait 20-30 minutes inbetween tobacco fields until the bike people reached us. The second half of the river, however,

4
T
Traveller
July 11, 2022

Ablauf: Abholung am Hotel, Einweisung für kayak Tour, Fahrt zur Grotte/ Höhle (wir haben ein Upgrade bekommen und durften uns diese umsonst anschauen), Mittagessen, kayak Tour, Rückfahrt zum Hotel -gut organisiert -leckeres Mittag (auch vegetarisch möglich) -nette Guides Unbedingt beachten: diese Tour ist für Menschen mit Platzangst (in der Höhle muss man teilweise wo durchkriechen) und für Menschen die schnell reisekrank werden, ungeeignet!! Wir saßen für die Fahrt fast 2 Stunden auf der Ladefläche eines halboffenen Pickups. Die Strecke ist holprig und teilweise kurvenreich. Es wurde sehr ras

5
B
Björn
November 28, 2021

Landschaft, Mittagessen und Guide waren Super. Sehr zu empfehlen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Chiang Mai
The price does not cover river fee and insurance 150 baht, please have your passport details available at check-in. Everything it does cover is listed in full on this page, so if something is not on that list, budget for it separately.
The listing gives the distance and the terrain. Most half-day activities suit average fitness and children from about eight, with age and weight limits stated by the operator for ziplines and ATVs. Bring closed shoes that can get wet, a change of clothes, sunscreen and insect repellent; lockers are usually provided.
We confirm your booking with the operator before we treat it as final, and we need at least one day's notice. Once it is confirmed you get the meeting point, the time and a contact number for the day. If the operator cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
Professional Escort: Guided by Chiang Mai’sProfessional Kayaking guides., First Aid: Our instructors are certified in First Aid and CPR, ensuring your safety during the event, We provide top-quality hard-shell single & double kayaks for a superior experience, Lunch : Vegetarian and Vegan Options available. Mango Plantation Restaurant, Support Truck: “Following” ready to assist and support. Includes secure storage for your valuables., 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., Google Earth Orientation and Kayak Briefing : Provided at our Pro-shop., You are the captain of your own boat.
The duration of the 15 km Leisure River Kayaking at Mae Ngat forest in Chiang Mai is typically Full day. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
Starting from$81.5