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15 Best Canoes & Kayaks In Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai’s standout days out.

The 15 canoes & kayaks travellers book most in Chiang Mai right now, with prices, run times and the operator behind each one so you can choose the day that fits.

15 Best Canoes & Kayaks In Chiang Mai

No.1 Full-Day Chiang Mai Caving & Jungle Kayaking: Chiang Dao - The lunch break at the cave-side restaurant
Canoes & Kayaks, Chiang Dao Cave Tours, Chiang Mai, Full-Day, River Cruises & Kayaking, Tour Reviews

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

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

Chiang Dao caves and Mae Ping jungle kayaking in one full day from Chiang Mai, with lunch, safety support, and beginner instruction.

Most Popular 4.5

“Good for beginner's or experienced kayakers. A little fast water. The owner Aiden gives a very good presentation on basic kayaking skills. Ive been kayaking for years and learned a few things.”

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Chiang Mai: Ping River Night Kayaking into City Center - Getting to the River: Pickup, Gear, and the Safety Briefing
Canoes & Kayaks, Chiang Mai, City Tours, Evening Experiences, River Cruises & Kayaking, Tour Reviews

Chiang Mai: Ping River Night Kayaking into City Center

Chiang Mai : Kayak the Jungle Rivers of Chiang Dao Valley! - Price and logistics: what you’re really paying for
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Chiang Mai : Kayak the Jungle Rivers of Chiang Dao Valley!

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

Paddle the Ping River jungle creeks near Chiang Dao, spot wildlife, get beginner coaching, and enjoy a riverside lunch with hotel pickup.

5.0

“Altogether awesome trip! The tour guides were great and kept us entertained throughout the day. The cave was pretty interesting. Guides were great about pointing out the features and wildlife throughout. Kayaking was relaxing and not rusRead more”

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Chiang Mai: Kayak Under the Stars – 6 km to the Heart of the City - The Paddle Plan: 6 km of Twilight, Mai Yai Trees, and Bridge Glow
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Chiang Mai: Kayak Under the Stars – 6 km to the Heart of the City

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

Night kayak on Chiang Mai’s Ping River. A small-group 6 km paddle at dusk with lights, guides, and safety gear included.

4.5

“Very organized and a delightful way to see Chiang Mai. The guides were excellent! We were 6 people in our group and we had 2 guides keeping us on course. Highly recommend”

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Chiang Mai Biking & River Kayak : Gentle Thrills in a Lush Valley - Price and what your $81.47 actually covers
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Chiang Mai Biking & River Kayak : Gentle Thrills in a Lush Valley

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

Bike Mae Ngat Valley and kayak the calm Ping River reserve from Chiang Mai. Hotel pickup, safety gear, and lunch are included.

4.5

“We had a nice pedal and paddle, suitable for just about everyone (tho, the river slows down towards the end, so you actually have to move yourself a bit versus just steering). A was a great guide, gave some interesting history of the areas we were in, including how the Ping River was named. Good…”

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No.1 Chiang Mai: Leisure River Kayaking: Mae Taeng forest Reserve - The First Paddling Segment: Turning Technique Into Real Steering
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No.1 Chiang Mai: Leisure River Kayaking: Mae Taeng forest Reserve

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

Guided kayaking on Thailand’s Mae Ping River to the Mae Taeng Forest Reserve with a safety-first lesson, river lunch, and wildlife spotting.

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 🔥”

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Chiang Mai: 15 km Leisure River Kayaking at Mae Ngat forest - Learning the Paddle: Your Kayak Captain Moment
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Chiang Mai: 15 km Leisure River Kayaking at Mae Ngat forest

10KM Inflatable Kayaking Adventure - At the 8Adventures camp: what you’re really signing up for
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10KM Inflatable Kayaking Adventure

8.10KM Inflatable Kayaking Adventure

10KM inflatable kayaking on the Mae Taeng River near Chiang Mai with hotel pickup, safety gear, lunch, and small-group fun.

5.0

“Every second and every minute was full of joy. It was such a great pleasure. I’m looking forward to the next time! I’m grateful for all the joyful moments we spent together.”

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Chiang Mai: Jungle Kayak Adventure with Rapids & Elephants - Safety and gear: what you wear changes everything
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Chiang Mai: Jungle Kayak Adventure with Rapids & Elephants

10KM Inflatable Kayaking and 3HR Trekking Adventure - Morning pickup and getting set up at 8Adventures
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10KM Inflatable Kayaking and 3HR Trekking Adventure

10.10KM Inflatable Kayaking and 3HR Trekking Adventure

Chiang Mai jungle trek to a 10-meter waterfall and 10 km guided inflatable kayaking on the Mae Taeng River, about 10 hours.

5.0

“Amazing! Worth every penny and then some. The rafting was fun. The ATVing was amazing. Such a rush, with a really awesome end high atop the mountain. Def long enough. Total value for money. Staff were great, knowledgeable and friendly. Had never done ATVing before, but picked it up quickly. Def book this”

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Inflatable Kayaking and ATV Adventure - Getting to the ATV Base Camp: Pickup, Drive, and Comfort Before You Ride
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Inflatable Kayaking and ATV Adventure

11.Inflatable Kayaking and ATV Adventure

Guided ATV + inflatable kayak day in Chiang Mai with pickup, full safety gear, lunch, showers, and beginner-friendly jungle routes.

5.0

“I did the ATV tour and 10km rafting. both tours were extremely well organised. safety first and more than enough instructors available. enjoyed a good lunch in between. And at the end you can shower in a clean shower.”

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Chiang Mai: Kayak the Jungle River of Chiang Dao Valley! - Pickup, Transport, and the 20-Minute Safety Briefing
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Chiang Mai: Kayak the Jungle River of Chiang Dao Valley!

12.Chiang Mai: Kayak the Jungle River of Chiang Dao Valley!

Kayak the jungle rivers of Chiang Dao Valley on the Ping River. Small groups, pro coaching, and a calm escape from Chiang Mai crowds.

4.8

“Great guides. Chatty and informative. A wonderful experience on the river Ping. Just about the right length of time. The simple food was at the end. Maybe would have been better ½ way through. Had to get out of the river twice to get kayaks past the 2 weirs. Luckily the guides did the boat…”

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Chiang Mai: Explore Kayaking Through Mae Ping River on Sunset - Warorot Market (Kad Luang) at sunset: why this stop works so well
Canoes & Kayaks, Chiang Mai, Evening Experiences, River Cruises & Kayaking, Tour Reviews

Chiang Mai: Explore Kayaking Through Mae Ping River on Sunset

13.Chiang Mai: Explore Kayaking Through Mae Ping River on Sunset

Sunset kayaking on Chiang Mai’s Mae Ping River with a small group, city sights, and Warorot Market golden-hour browsing for $17.

5.0

“The guide is really helpful and friendly and the river is flat and easy to navigate. It’s fun to paddle past the locals out fishing, and when it gets dark the riverside restaurants look really cool all lit up. I definitely recommend this easy, chill paddle up and down the Ping River.”

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No1. Chiang Mai City Hiking, Biking & Kayaking Triathalon - Suthep National Park Trek and Wat Pha Lat: The Calm Before the Speed
Canoes & Kayaks, Chiang Mai, City Tours, Cycling Tours, Hiking & Trekking, River Cruises & Kayaking, Tour Reviews

No1. Chiang Mai City Hiking, Biking & Kayaking Triathalon

No.1 Chiang Mai: Stand Up Paddle Board through Mae Taeng Forest - Getting from your hotel to the shop: pickup and setup that matter
Canoes & Kayaks, Chiang Mai, Mae Kampong & Countryside Day Trips, Tour Reviews

No.1 Chiang Mai: Stand Up Paddle Board through Mae Taeng Forest

15.No.1 Chiang Mai: Stand Up Paddle Board through Mae Taeng Forest

Half-day SUP on Chiang Mai’s Mae Ping River with hotel pickup, beginner coaching, wildlife views, mango plantation lunch, and kayak option.

4.5

“We went there with a friend and the tour guide was amazing! Everything was arranged specially for us, we had a private tour to accomodate our schedule. It was my first time paddling and it was easier than expected, didn't fall once! Bring sunscreen and put it on every 1 hour !”

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