Chiang Mai Rafting and Bike Challenge

Tour Code: CNX-26 Duration: Approx 9 Hours

Experience Thailand’s adventurous side with whitewater rafting down Mae Taeng River and cycling through mountain trails!

Highlights:

• Get your Blood Pumping as you Traverse Through the Rapids of Mae Taeng River in the Whitewater Rafting Activity
• Challenge the Class III-IV Rapids of Mae Taeng River
• Ride Along Picturesque Mountain Trails at the Outskirts of Chiang Mai with Amazing Views

Tour Description:

Whitewater rafting is a very challenging and exciting activity that will definitely let your adrenaline pump. Where better to enjoy this exciting activity other than the beautiful Mae Taeng, a green and lush natural playground at the foot of mountain north of Chiang Mai. The Mae Taeng River is graded as a class III-IV rapid that is suitable for whitewater rafting activities. This tour will bring you to ride through stunning mountain trails and then go on a thrilling whitewater rafting activity on the Mae Taeng River afterwards. This tour will definitely satisfy your adventure cravings.

The day starts with picking you up at your hotel in Chiang Mai. We transfer to our starting point just a short distance away from Chiang Mai city. Once we reach our starting point for our cycling journey, we prepare ourselves and then begin to ride through the verdant landscape of Mae Taeng on our secret trails. Along our way, you will be able to witness many breathtaking sceneries as we ride through quiet country trails and past rolling hills. After cycling for around 7 kilometres, we will be able to see the impressive views of the valleys formed by the Mae Taeng River. Other than that, you can also see local plantations, fields, fruit orchards and small local villages as you continue to ride for another 11 kilometres.

We reach the bank of Mae Taeng River where we will be doing our whitewater rafting activity. We get off our bikes and get ready for the whitewater rafting activity immediately. You can already feel the chaos of the grade III-IV Mae Taeng River rapids just by looking at it. Once we are ready, we will begin our ride through the river. We will be rafting on a 10km route of Mae Taeng River along the rapids which will take about 2 hours to complete. As we splash into the rivers and struggling to stay on the raft, we will ride past mountainous tropical rainforest, rural hill tribe villages, and untouched wilderness in the Mae Taeng area. Worry not as before you touch the water you will be given full safety instructions an be escorted by professional guides for the best raft experience in Chiang Mai! After an adventure filled day, we will drive you back to your hotel in Chiang Mai.

Cancellation Policy:

For long tours (minimum of 7 days):

Days prior to trip start. Cancellation fee per person:

• 0-20 days or No-show: No refund 100% of tour price
• 21-41 days: 75% of the net rate
• 42-55 days: 50% of the net rate
• 56-69 days: 250 USD
• > 70 days: Admin expenses plus any non- recoverable expenses.* E.g. national park fees, flights etc.

Administration fees include bank fees, reservation or advance charges incurred for boats, guides transport, accommodation or restaurants and any other reasonable expenses.

For short tours (6 days or less)

Days prior to trip start. Cancellation fee per person:

• < 24 hours or No show: No refund 100% of tour price
• 1-2 days: 50% of the net rate*
• 3-4 days: 25% of the net rate *
• > 4 days: Full refund*

Pick-Up Time:

• 7:30 am - 8:00 am

What's Included:

• Water bottle
• Support vehicle
• Guide(s)
• Hotel pick up
• Hotel drop off
• Lunch
• Rafting Equipment
• Bike and helmet
• Snacks and drinks
• Accident insurance

What's Not Included:

• International flights
• Domestic flights
• Visa fees
• Alcohol
• Tips
• Any items not mentioned

Additional Information:

• The total riding distance is approximately 18 kilometres
• There will be a place to change before you transfer back to your hotel so bring a spare set of clothes
• This ride is suggested for those who like to ride off road and have at least a little experience doing so. We’d recommend a reasonable level of fitness to be able to enjoy the ride. There is vehicle support to supply fresh water and snacks at points during the ride
• Any special dietary requirements can also be catered for. Please let us know at the time of booking
• Please check with Adventoro Concierge (Call / Whatsapp +6010 468 8011) for availability of sessions
• The supplier will recommend the time and meeting point. If the meeting point of your choice is outside of the normal pick-up points then you will be advised to meet at the nearest pick-up point or you will be given directions on how to arrive to the school independently
• It is recommend you use some sunblock or, if you prefer a natural option, sun sleeves for your arms and Buff headwear for your neck as the weather would be quite hot
• Transfer duration above are estimated and subject to traffic and weather condition, and not inclusive of any sightseeing tours
• Please adhere to strict pick-up time punctuality. Tour operators may forfeit tours for travellers if no-show during stipulated time
• Registered name of the traveller must be corresponding with photograph documentation (Example: Passport). Tour operators reserve the right to reject if registered traveller fails to provide photographed documentation of their own

Pick-Up Location(s)

Refer to the map below to see a list of pick up location(s) that are available for you to choose from. You can select your desired pick up location when you book the tour.

List of Location(s):

Pick up is also available for other location(s) under the vicinity of Chiang Mai. For more information, please contact Adventoro's concierge service.