Experience a full-day adventure in Mae Wang, Chiang Mai combining ethical elephant care with an exciting ATV ride, a visit to Mae Sapok Waterfall and relaxing bamboo rafting. Enjoy beautiful jungle scenery, learn about Asian elephants and discover the peaceful countryside south of Chiang Mai.

Duration: Approximately 8 Hours 15 Minutes
Live Tour Guide: English / Chinese
Pickup Included: Pickup and drop-off from your accommodation in Chiang Mai
Group Size: Minimum 2 Participants / Maximum 10 Participants

Overview

Discover the natural beauty of Mae Wang on a full-day adventure combining wildlife, outdoor activities and beautiful countryside scenery.

Enjoy approximately one hour of ATV riding through jungle trails, countryside and hidden valleys before visiting the beautiful Mae Sapok Waterfall. Spend time with elephants in a responsible care environment where you can learn about their daily life, prepare food, feed them and experience close interaction under the supervision of experienced staff.

Complete your day with a relaxing bamboo rafting journey along the Mae Wang River surrounded by lush forest and mountain scenery.

Itinerary

Pickup from Chiang Mai
Pickup from your accommodation in Chiang Mai and travel south toward the Mae Wang countryside.

ATV Adventure – Mae Wang Jungle
Enjoy approximately one hour of off-road ATV riding through forest trails, countryside, local farmland and hidden valleys. Ride through the beautiful natural scenery of Mae Wang and enjoy viewpoints along the route.

Mae Sapok Waterfall
Visit Mae Sapok Waterfall, a peaceful natural waterfall hidden among the forest of Mae Wang. Relax and enjoy the surrounding jungle scenery.

Thai Lunch
Take a break and enjoy a Thai lunch with drinking water and seasonal fruits before continuing your adventure.

Private Elephant Care Experience
Meet Asian elephants and learn about their natural behaviour, diet and daily care from experienced local guides.

Participate in elephant care activities such as preparing food, feeding the elephants and walking alongside them in their natural surroundings. Depending on local conditions and the programme of the day, guests may also experience riverside elephant care activities.

Bamboo Rafting – Mae Wang River
Relax on a traditional bamboo raft and travel gently along the Mae Wang River while enjoying tropical forest, mountains and peaceful countryside scenery.

Return to Chiang Mai
After completing the activities, travel back to Chiang Mai with drop-off at your accommodation.

Note: The itinerary and activity order may change depending on weather, river conditions, local conditions and operational requirements.

Highlights

• Experience responsible elephant care in the Mae Wang countryside.
• Learn about Asian elephants, their behaviour, diet and daily care.
• Feed and spend time with elephants in a natural environment.
• Enjoy approximately one hour of ATV riding through the Mae Wang jungle.
• Visit the beautiful Mae Sapok Waterfall.
• Enjoy a Thai lunch with seasonal fruits and drinking water.
• Relax on a traditional bamboo raft along the Mae Wang River.
• Enjoy convenient hotel pickup and drop-off from Chiang Mai.

Full Description

Escape the city and discover the beautiful Mae Wang countryside on a full-day adventure combining elephant care, ATV riding, waterfall sightseeing and bamboo rafting.

Begin your journey with pickup from your accommodation in Chiang Mai and travel toward Mae Wang, an area surrounded by mountains, farmland, jungle and traditional local communities.

Experience an exciting one-hour ATV adventure through countryside trails and forest routes. Ride through beautiful natural scenery, passing local farmland, jungle paths and hidden valleys.

Continue to Mae Sapok Waterfall, a scenic waterfall surrounded by lush tropical forest. Take some time to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and natural surroundings.

During the programme, enjoy a Thai lunch with seasonal fruits and drinking water.

One of the main highlights of the day is the elephant care experience. Learn about Asian elephants from local guides and discover how elephants are cared for responsibly. Help prepare food, feed the elephants and spend time observing their behaviour in a natural environment.

The experience focuses on interacting with elephants while learning more about their diet, health and everyday routines.

Finish your adventure with bamboo rafting on the Mae Wang River. Sit back and enjoy the peaceful river while travelling through lush forest and beautiful mountain scenery.

After completing the activities, transfer back to your accommodation in Chiang Mai.

Includes

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Chiang Mai
• Air-conditioned transportation
• English-speaking tour guide
• Approximately 1-hour ATV adventure
• ATV fuel
• Elephant care experience
• Elephant feeding activities
• Mae Sapok Waterfall visit
• Bamboo rafting
• Thai lunch
• Seasonal fruits
• Drinking water
• Entrance fees included in the programme
• Travel accident insurance

Not Included

• Personal expenses
• Tips and gratuities
• Additional activities not included in the programme

What to Bring

• Comfortable clothes
• Comfortable walking shoes or sandals
• Change of clothes
• Towel
• Sunscreen
• Insect repellent
• Hat or cap
• Camera or mobile phone
• Waterproof bag or waterproof phone case

Not Suitable For

• Pregnant women
• People with serious heart conditions
• People whose physical condition may prevent participation in outdoor adventure activities

Know Before You Go

• A minimum of 2 participants is required for this programme.
• The maximum group size is approximately 10 participants.
• The standard ATV arrangement may be 2 people sharing 1 ATV.
• Activity schedules may change depending on weather and local conditions.
• Bamboo rafting is subject to river and weather conditions.
• Participants may get wet during elephant and rafting activities, so bringing a change of clothes is recommended.
• Please provide your hotel name and full pickup address when booking.
• Please be ready at the hotel lobby before the scheduled pickup time.
• Children under 3 years old may not have meals or admission included. Please confirm before booking.
• Guests should follow all safety instructions provided by guides and activity staff.
• Alcohol or intoxication before participating in adventure activities is not permitted.