15 Best River Cruises & Kayaking Tours In Chiang Mai

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Chiang Mai: Chiang Rai Temples, Golden Triangle & Boat Tour

/ June 4, 2026

1.Chiang Mai: Chiang Rai Temples, Golden Triangle & Boat Tour

Early Chiang Rai day trip with White/Black/Blue temples, optional Long Neck Karen village, Golden Triangle Mekong boat, waterfall.

Chiang Mai: Mae Ping River Cruise & Optional Transfer

/ June 4, 2026

2.Chiang Mai: Mae Ping River Cruise & Optional Transfer

Long-tail boat cruise on the Mae Ping River from Chiang Mai, with farmhouse stop, herbal tea, ice cream, and optional Khao Soi lunch.

★ 4.5

“We chose this activity at the last minute and were really glad we did. Our guide / boat driver /waiter was amazing he took us up river where we stopped at a family owned farm. I would highly recommend you select the meal option as my Khao soi was yummy and my husband really liked…”

336 reviews1 - 2 hoursFrom $17by ISE

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No.1 Full-Day Chiang Mai Caving & Jungle Kayaking: Chiang Dao

/ June 4, 2026

3.No.1 Full-Day Chiang Mai Caving & Jungle Kayaking: Chiang Dao

Chiang Dao cave and Mae Ping jungle kayaking from Chiang Mai. Beginner-friendly instruction, headlamps, lunch, and a small-group day.

★ 4.5

“The kayaking was the highlight of the trip. You float down a lightly moving river and get to see locals fishing and going about their daily lives. As a novice with kayaks, I felt fine. The tour guide made sure I was comfortable. The cave was also Read more”

206 reviewsFrom $81.53by Chiang Mai Mountain Biking & Kayaks

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Chiang Mai: Ping River Night Kayaking into City Center

/ June 4, 2026

4.Chiang Mai: Ping River Night Kayaking into City Center

Night kayaking on Chiang Mai’s Ping River: a guided 6 km paddle, city skyline views, bridge lights, and Mai Yai trees for $50.

★ 4.8

“Amazing night with AJ such a great guide and we had so much fun. Worth doing no matter experience level!”

144 reviews2 hoursFrom $50by CHIANG MAI MOUNTAIN BIKING & KAYAKS

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Chiang Rai Full Day Tour with Boat Trip and Longneck Village

/ June 4, 2026

5.Chiang Rai Full Day Tour with Boat Trip and Longneck Village

A full-day Chiang Rai run from Chiang Mai: hot springs, White Temple, Blue Temple, Black House, Longneck Karen village, Golden Triangle boat.

★ 4.0

“Nice trip! Temple visits were just long enough. Great lunch. Boat cruise was nice but golden triangle was not much to see. Karen village was interesting. This is a very long day we left at 6 and got back around 9:30.”

112 reviewsFrom $55.40by Oh-Hoo

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Chiang Mai-Chiang Rai:White-Black-Blue Temple-Golden Triangle-Keren-Boat Trip

/ June 4, 2026

6.Chiang Mai-Chiang Rai:White-Black-Blue Temple-Golden Triangle-Keren-Boat Trip

Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai in one day: White/Blue/Black Temples, Karen Long Neck visit, Golden Triangle boat trip, lunch included.

★ 4.0

“Was a good tour, but a very long day, the tour does say 13 hours but it was longer and you only really get a small taste of each place. The majority of the day is spent in the bus. The temples are spectacular to see though.”

96 reviewsFrom $79.84by Thailandlocaltour.com

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Chiang Mai : Kayak the Jungle Rivers of Chiang Dao Valley!

/ June 4, 2026

7.Chiang Mai : Kayak the Jungle Rivers of Chiang Dao Valley!

Beginner-friendly jungle kayaking from Chiang Mai along Ping River creeks, bamboo shade, wildlife, and a riverside lunch with pickup.

★ 5.0

“Great day! We were given some useful tips & advise on using the kayak. The kayaking was really straightforward, pretty gentle all the way. The guides were extremely helpful & made you feel relaxed & safe. Saw some beautiful birds along the way.”

89 reviewsFrom $74.97by Chiang Mai Mountain Biking & Kayaks

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Canoes & Kayaks, Evening Experiences, Mae Ping, River Cruises & Kayaking, Tour Reviews

Chiang Mai:Explore kayaking through Mae Ping River on sunset

/ June 4, 2026

8.Chiang Mai:Explore kayaking through Mae Ping River on sunset

Sunset kayak on Chiang Mai’s Mae Ping River, guided through Kad Luang (Chiang Mai old market), with city-light views and small-group value.

★ 4.6

“My guide was very nice and friendly, had some really good conversation, the river was incredibly beautiful especially with the sunset, the blooming trees, and the city lights on the way back.”

76 reviews3 hoursFrom $24by Chiang Mai Butler Services

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Chiang Mai Farm Life & Khao Soy Tasting on a Half-Day Boat Tour

/ June 4, 2026

9.Chiang Mai Farm Life & Khao Soy Tasting on a Half-Day Boat Tour

See Chiang Mai from the Mae Ping River, then enjoy khao soi and herbal tastings at a local herb garden farm stop.

★ 4.5

“It’s basically a boat ride to a location where you have a very quick and basic lunch. No tour or interaction with the guide. Pointless really.”

64 reviewsFrom $19.00by Asian Trails LTD

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Chiang Mai-Chiang Rai:White+Black+Blue Temple+Golden Triangle+Boat Trip

/ June 4, 2026

10.Chiang Mai-Chiang Rai:White+Black+Blue Temple+Golden Triangle+Boat Trip

Chiang Rai in one long day: White Temple, Black House, Blue Temple, Golden Triangle, and a Mekong boat ride with hotel pickup.

★ 4.0

“Very nice tour with an excellent guide that takes you through some really worth seeing spots, but I do have two things to keep in mind with regards to the experience: the first one is that most of the day you will spend inside of a van moving from place to place, and the second…”

63 reviewsFrom $74.18by Thailandlocaltour.com

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Chiang Mai: Kayak Under the Stars – 6 km to the Heart of the City

/ June 4, 2026

11.Chiang Mai: Kayak Under the Stars – 6 km to the Heart of the City

Paddle 6 km on the Ping River at dusk with provided kayaks, lights, and expert guides. Small group, cool air, city lights.

★ 4.5

“We arrived and were checked in with staff who were welcoming and walked us through the process. Once all the people were picked up we drove out of the city a bit to launch. Guides matched us with boats and sent us off into the river. There was no safety lecture or Kayak skills demonstration.…”

53 reviewsFrom $48.88by Chiang Mai Mountain Biking & Kayaks

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Chiang Mai Biking & River Kayak : Gentle Thrills in a Lush Valley

/ June 4, 2026

12.Chiang Mai Biking & River Kayak : Gentle Thrills in a Lush Valley

Bike through Mae Ngat Valley, then paddle the Ping River on hard-shell kayaks with included hotel pickup and a simple countryside lunch.

★ 4.5

“Our guide was very friendly, and ensured everyone was safe and having a good time. Biking through the rice paddies and small villages was awesome. The kayaking was so much fun, and the scenery was absolutely breathtaking. We stopped along the way to eat fresh fruit and fried bananas. I highly recommend doing this adventure.”

45 reviewsFrom $81.47by Chiang Mai Mountain Biking & Kayaks

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No.1 Chiang Mai: Leisure River Kayaking: Mae Taeng forest Reserve

/ June 4, 2026

13.No.1 Chiang Mai: Leisure River Kayaking: Mae Taeng forest Reserve

Guided kayaking on Chiang Mai’s Mae Ping River with a calm current, forest-reserve scenery, wildlife spotting, and lunch, starting at 8:30.

★ 5.0

“If you are looking for a serene trip to experience north Thailand nature, this is the tour to go! Kayaking was really beautiful and great view of mountains, definitely recommend in December. Also the Chiang Dao is the perfect cherry on top. Shoutout to Twee and the tour guides 🔥”

38 reviewsFrom $74.95by Chiang Mai Mountain Biking & Kayaks

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Chiang Mai: 15 km Leisure River Kayaking at Mae Ngat forest

/ June 6, 2026

14.Chiang Mai: 15 km Leisure River Kayaking at Mae Ngat forest

Kayak a relaxed 15 km stretch of the Ping River in Chiang Mai’s Mae Taeng forest zone. Wildlife, clear water, lunch, hotel pickup.

★ 4.7

“Very relaxing and fun day kayaking. Exactly what we were looking for, floating with the river amd enjoying the rural scenery. The guides put extra care on safety, the equipment is good and the lunch was tasty”

24 reviews1 dayFrom $62by CHIANG MAI MOUNTAIN BIKING & KAYAKS

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10KM Inflatable Kayaking Adventure

/ June 7, 2026

15.10KM Inflatable Kayaking Adventure

10km inflatable kayaking on the Mae Taeng near Chiang Mai with air-conditioned pickup, lunch, and all safety gear included. Small-group fun.

★ 5.0

“Great tour, they provided a wonderful meal, and my wife and I had a great time on the rapids. They run a safe company, with a great team along the river for safety support in case you fall in the rapids.”

23 reviewsFrom $97.49by Asia Outdoor Co. Ltd

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