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Full-day tour in Chiang Mai, taking in Jeep / SUV, Chiang Dao Cave, Chiang Mai and Chiang Dao. Run by CHIANG MAI MOUNTAIN BIKING & KAYAKS, booked direct rather than through a reseller.
Highlights
- Jeep / SUV
- Chiang Mai Mountain Biking & Kayaks
- Chiang Dao
- ลานกางเต้นท์ เชียงดาว บ้านสวนสายหมอก
- Runs 9 hours
- First aid and CPR certified guide
Full-Day Chiang Dao Caving and Jungle Kayaking in Chiang Mai: Key Facts
| Price | From $104 per person |
|---|---|
| Duration | 9 hours |
| Languages | English |
| Tour type | Guided Tour |
| Booking | Direct with the local operator — no OTA markup |
Full description
This is a 9-hour experience in Chiang Mai, built around Jeep / SUV, Chiang Mai Mountain Biking & Kayaks and Chiang Dao. 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.
A private day with a driver-guide is the way to see the most of a Japanese city or region in one day, because it removes the transfers between sights that eat a third of the day on public transport. Prices are usually per vehicle for up to a set number of guests rather than per person, and cover the car, fuel, tolls and the guide; entrance fees and lunch are paid as you go unless the listing says otherwise. Japanese guides are licensed for the work and typically punctual to the minute. Give the operator your priorities, and expect them to reorder the day around opening hours and crowds; that is what you are paying for.
Pickup is offered from Chiang Dao and Chiang Mai; the exact spot and time are agreed with CHIANG MAI MOUNTAIN BIKING & KAYAKS once the booking is confirmed, and the option you choose sets whether transport is included.
The price covers First aid and CPR certified guide, A hard-shell single or double kayak, Lunch at a cave-side restaurant, Support truck for assistance and luggage storage and Air-conditioned van or 4x4 SUV transfers. It does not cover Insurance/river fees and Sunscreen, 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 MOUNTAIN BIKING & KAYAKS sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed. 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
The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.
2 pickup location options
Chiang Dao, Chiang Mai
Jeep / SUV
(15 minutes)
Chiang Mai Mountain Biking & Kayaks
Safety briefing (20 minutes)
Jeep / SUV
(75 minutes)
Chiang Dao Cave, Chiang Mai
Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (1 hour)
Chiang Dao
Break time, Lunch (45 minutes)
Jeep / SUV
(10 minutes)
ลานกางเต้นท์ เชียงดาว บ้านสวนสายหมอก
Photo stop, Guided tour, Swimming, Kayaking, Scenic views on the way, Wildlife viewing (2 hours)
2 drop-off locations
Chiang Mai, Chiang Dao
Detailed Itinerary
2 pickup location options: Chiang Dao, Chiang Mai
Jeep / SUV: (15 minutes)
Chiang Mai Mountain Biking & Kayaks: Safety briefing (20 minutes)
Jeep / SUV: (75 minutes)
Chiang Dao Cave, Chiang Mai: Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (1 hour)
Chiang Dao: Break time, Lunch (45 minutes)
Jeep / SUV: (10 minutes)
ลานกางเต้นท์ เชียงดาว บ้านสวนสายหมอก: Photo stop, Guided tour, Swimming, Kayaking, Scenic views on the way, Wildlife viewing (2 hours)
Includes
- First aid and CPR certified guide
- A hard-shell single or double kayak
- Lunch at a cave-side restaurant
- Support truck for assistance and luggage storage
- Air-conditioned van or 4x4 SUV transfers
- Water provided
- Kayak briefing
- Shuttle from the cave to the river
- Headlamp and a local cave guide
- Chiang Dao Cave entry
Excludes
- Insurance/river fees (150 baht)
- Sunscreen, repellent, water shoes, and other outdoor gear (available to purchase)
Important information
Meeting point
CHIANG MAI MOUNTAIN BIKING & KAYAKS sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed.
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
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Traveler Reviews
A great unexpected activity from our trip! Our 3 guides were fabulous and really made me feel at ease throughout. They were knowledgeable and shared all their knowledge about the caves to make it a super interesting visit! They were very fun and made the trip so much better than expected. The instructor for kayaking is very through in going through how to kayak, which was good as a beginner. Overall my favorite activity I did and would 100% recommend l!
This was absolutely incredible! Our turn guide Golf was outstanding. It felt like we were with a friend. He explained history, and gave us access to areas that other tour guides couldn’t. He was well informed and I got to experience both adventure and culture in during this trip. Later, during rafting he was able to recognize the different skill levels within my group and tailored our individual experiences to what was both safe and enjoyable . Great purchase, great memories. Thank you guys again!
Amazing day out, great experience both in the cave and in the river
Our guides, J and A were so great! Funny, knowledgeable, and despite the rain all day we had one of our best days on the trip ! The kayak in the rain was so peaceful and we laughed the whole time . The caves were so amazing and definitely a must see. Highly recommend this activity !
Incredible experience with kind and knowledgeable guides. One of the highlights of my time in Thailand!
One of the best day trips we have ever done! The activity provider was extremely professional from start to finish. We were able to rent water shoes from the activity provider at their office. We brought our own small towels, which were handy for drying off after the kayaking before changing into dry clothes. Transport was in a comfortable minivan. The guides were superb. The kayak briefing at their office before we set out was excellent. The cave was interesting. Lunch was delicious. And the kayaking was the highlight of the day. We felt safe and well-guided throughout the activity. I highly
Small group, roomy a/c minibus and friendly knowledgeable guides. Not too much travelling between activities. Caves with headtorch was amazing then kayaking down the river. Best trip of our holiday.
Incredible amd memorable day. One of my best days of the trip. Thoughtful and caring guides
Kayaking was excellent fun. The cave was good but if you don’t like small spaces might not be great for some as a few tight places to go through between caves
It was so much fun !! The cave exploration was very interesting and I absolutely loved the kayak. It was my first time kayaking and it was great ! Thanks you all of the guides for this day I loved it
amazing day out kayaking and enjoying the cave. The guide was really sweet and told us many stories about Thai culture and showed us the secrets of the area, including a hot spring!I will recommend it to anyone adventurous with love for nature
Epic Chiang Dao caving and jungle kayaking from Chiang Mai! Explored stunning caves with shrines, bats, and stalactites via headlamps, then relaxed kayak down the Mae Ping River amid lush jungle and wildlife. Guides were pros—fun for beginners!