Chiang Mai Tours & Excursions
Kayaking the Ping River to Chiang Mai · 12 km or 32 km
From
1 700 THB/ per person
≈ €45
E-mail confirmation as soon as you pay · WhatsApp reply within 1 hour
A guided kayak descent down the wide, calm Ping River from the north of the city to central Chiang Mai: views of Doi Suthep, birds and riverside villages. 12 km for beginners or 32 km for the more athletic; kayak, English-speaking guide, lunch and transfer included.
Included / Not included
Included
- English-speaking guide
- Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel in Chiang Mai
- Rigid single or double kayak (touring or double sit-on-top kayaks on the 32 km route) and safety equipment
- Riverside lunch (vegetarian and vegan options available) and water
- Support vehicle with secure storage for your belongings
Not included
- Cash on site: river fee and insurance of 150 THB (12 km) or medical insurance of 50 THB (32 km) per person
Prices
| Group size | Price / person |
|---|---|
| 12 km · ideal for beginners (from 6 years old)1 person or more | 1 700 THB |
| 32 km · long distance (from 14 years old)1 person or more | 2 100 THB |
Your day
Detailed programme
8:45 am
Hotel pick-up
8:45 am
Hotel pick-up
Morning briefing at the shop (8:30 am for the 32 km route).
9:45 am
Drive to the start
Journey to a bridge north of Chiang Mai, with a snack and toilet stop.
10:00 am
Getting ready
A review of paddle strokes and manoeuvres to practise.
10:30 am
Descent of the Ping
3 hours of paddling into the heart of Chiang Mai (with a lunch stop along the way for the 32 km route).
1:30 pm
Lunch
A meal by the riverside in town.
2:30 pm
Return to the hotel
Transfer back to your hotel (later for the 32 km route).
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Kayaking the Ping River to Chiang Mai · 12 km or 32 km
From 1 700 THB / per person
E-mail confirmation as soon as you pay · WhatsApp reply within 1 hour
All the details
A guided kayak descent down the wide, calm Ping River from the north of the city to central Chiang Mai: views of Doi Suthep, birds and riverside villages. 12 km for beginners or 32 km for the more athletic; kayak, English-speaking guide, lunch and transfer included.
Why choose this trip
- Paddling your way into town: start in the north and paddle all the way to central Chiang Mai.
- For beginners: calm water, wide bends and a technique review before you set off.
- Or for a real workout: 32 km from Mae Yai village, in a touring kayak.
What's included
- Pick-up, briefing and drive to the starting point north of the city.
- 12 km: starting 13 km north of Chiang Mai, about 3 hours of paddling with views of Doi Suthep, birds, villages and riverside villas, with lunch in town.
- 32 km: starting from Mae Yai village, 30 minutes north, two paddling sessions with a riverside lunch, finishing in the heart of Chiang Mai.
Good to know
Bring a hat, sunscreen and clothes that can get wet. The support vehicle keeps your belongings safe. River or insurance fees are paid in cash on site.
Before you go
Good to know
Prone to seasickness?
Take a tablet ~30 min before departure, sit mid-boat, keep your eyes on the horizon and avoid heading out on an empty stomach.
Beat the crowds
Iconic spots like Maya Bay are far calmer early in the day. Our morning departures get you there before the midday ferry rush.
National park fees
Some sites sit inside a national park, so an entrance fee may apply. Check the “Not included” list above so there are no surprises.
Sun & reef care
The tropical sun is strong, bring a hat, sunglasses and plenty of water. Reef-safe sunscreen is required in Thai marine parks.
What to pack
Swimwear under your clothes, a towel, a dry bag for your phone, and a change of clothes for the trip back.
From
1 700 THB/ per person