Chiang Mai Half-Day River Tubing & Elephant Observation

5.0
(82 reviews)

7 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Eco-friendly jungle adventure with tubing, waterfall sliding, and wildlife spotting—all in one unforgettable day!
Float peacefully down a clean mountain river, surrounded by lush jungle and scenic views. Cool off with a thrilling slide at a hidden jungle waterfall, then enjoy authentic Northern Thai hospitality at our local base camp.

We go beyond just adventure—our experience is designed with sustainability and community in mind. We support local families through employment, use reusable water containers to reduce plastic waste, and provide filtered drinking water and waste separation during the tour. Our trained guides offer a safety-first, friendly atmosphere with personalized care.

This activity is perfect for nature lovers, couples, friends, and families who want meaningful, low-impact travel.
Enjoy a slower pace of life, reconnect with nature, and take home memories—not trash.

What's Included

Travel insurance
Waterfall slide at Saa Gee Falls
Towels & changing facilities
Equipment (Life jacket & waterproof tubing gear)
Transportation (hotel pickup, air-conditioned vehicle)
Welcome drink (Lemon soda), local snack and drinking water
River Tubing on the Mae Taeng River
Secure lockers available at base camp for storing your belongings during activities.
Dry bag or phone pouch (loan provided)
Personal expenses
Lunch is not included. Light snacks and drinks will be provided after the activity.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

If your accommodation is not listed, please send us your hotel name and location after booking — either by message on this platform or by replying to your confirmation email — so we can help arrange your pick-up.

We pick up travelers between 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM from hotels in Chiang Mai city.

Please wait at your hotel lobby 10 minutes before pickup time. We will confirm the exact pickup time via message one day before the tour.

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Meeting point

Please arrive at Tubing Chiang Mai Base Camp by 1:15 PM for check-in and preparation. You can find us on Google Maps. Message us here if you need help with directions.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Looking for an eco-friendly jungle adventure near Chiang Mai?
Join our half-day escape featuring river tubing, a hidden jungle waterfall slide, and incredible mountain scenery — all set in a lush valley home to Thailand’s most beautiful and ethical wildlife sanctuaries.

Our tubing route passes peaceful jungle areas where elephants often roam freely near the riverbanks — a highlight for many guests.

We follow eco-friendly principles:
• Support for local communities
• Plastic-free policy with reusable bottles and water filters
• Trash separation and collection during tours
• Fully insured with trained guides and a safety briefing

Note:
To help reduce plastic waste, we provide filtered drinking water at our base camp. Please bring your own refillable water bottle if possible.

Itinerary:
11:30 AM–12:00 PM: Pickup from Chiang Mai hotels
01:00 PM: Arrive at base camp – change clothes, welcome drink, safety briefing
01:30 PM: Begin River Tubing (~1.3 hrs)
03:00 PM: Slide & swim at Saa Gee Waterfall
04:00 PM: Tea, snacks & hot shower at base camp
04:30 PM: Depart for Chiang Mai
06:30–07:00 PM: Drop-off at your hotel

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Tubing Chiang Mai

Tags

Nature and Wildlife Tours
Tubing
Walking Tours
Rafting
On the Water
Wildlife Encounters
Wildlife Watching
Excellent Quality
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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