Explorethe Wildernessof Thailand
Explorethe Wildernessof Thailand
Safe and fun River expeditions with theThai Adventure Rafting Team.Mountain trails, hill tribe villages.
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First White Water operator in Thailand since 1987
we share our spirit of fun adventure and symbiosis with the nature
Guy Gorias (founder)
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Package 3 days: 2 days rafting on the middle Pai River (Ref: PR3) (please send reservation request to <thairafting@gmail.com> )
This convenient round trip starts from Arcade bus station in Chiang Mai ; it will take you to Pai, the 'Kathmandu of Thailand'
On the next morning, your unforgettable two day rafting expedition through the jungle will begin.
At the end of the trip, you will catch a minivan transfer back to Chiangmai or extend your stay in the charming city of Mae Hong Son
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Package 3 Days / 2 nights (including 2 days rafting) (Ref: PR-3)
(Please send your request straight to <thairafting@gmail.com>)
This convenient package will give you the opportunity to discover the special atmosphere of Pai, a friendly Thai 'green village', spend two days rafting among the wilderness of the Middle Pai river and discover the charms of Mae Hong Son, the romantic Thai-Burmese city
Day 1 (Chiang Mai - Pai) :
The tour starts at 9.30am from Arcade bus station Chiangmai (Terminal 2,platform 12 to Pai) After traveling for 3 hours by air conditioned car on a scenic mountain road, you will arrive in Pai for lunch at La Terrasse restaurant and settle in your Thai Adventure Cottage. In the afternoon, you can discover the Pai surroundings by yourself (waterfalls, hot springs, elephant camps) or with our 1/2 day program (option)
In the evening we will organize your dinner in a famous restaurant which serves delicious Thai specialties like the "banana flower salad" or the "salty crab in coconut milk", then you can wonder through the colorful evening market before walking back to your cottage.
Day 2: (30 km/ 4 hours rafting) :
The breakfast will be followed by a rafting safety briefing at 09:00. While socializing with the other participants around a cup of coffee, we will help you to select your helmet and life jacket and store your belongings in waterproof containers.
Then we will drive 40 km in pick up taxi to reach the put in point. Around 11:00 you will meet your captains and receive the last paddling instructions, ready for boarding.
The first strokes will take you straight into the lush of the jungle; after a few kilometers of gentle warm up and bouncing down the first rapids, you will stop for a basket lunch under a huge wild mango tree; Then, rowing and jumping, through 15 steps of white water (including the class 4 Fragrance Rapid), you will reach the hot springs and a fluoride mine, an interesting geological spot. A few kilometers later, we will stop to enjoy water games at a small waterfall. After passing through many more rapids, we will overnight at our bamboo jungle camp; There, you will settle in your huts or tents, take a shower, relax or explore the area on your own before we serve you a welcome drink with local snacks. A delicious Thai dinner cooked by the guides on the wood fire will follow (vegetarian on request). In the evening, guides will show you some tricks of their own. Getting tired, you will enjoy spending the night in harmony with the nature. Simple and clean facilities are available at the camp.
Day 3: (35 km; 4-5 hours rafting)
Departing from the camp at 09:00 after a filling breakfast, we will enjoy many rapids among which, the class 3 Red Cliff. Two hours later, the river-bed enlarges as we reach the Khong river junction, then we will stop at the main hot springs and mud-bath area. After this healthy break, we will head for more fun through the Rising Stone rapids (5 rapids from 100 to 300 meters long, grade 2-3); after a such fun, a picnic will be served near a clear stream; then we will set off again to row and swim along the Pai Gorges scattered with a few more tricky rapids. Nearing the end of the journey, we will meet the first farming areas of the Mae Hong Son valley and will disembark at the National park Headquarters at around 3 pm. where you will redeem your main luggage and take a refreshing shower before a short transfer to Mae Hong Son. We will stop by the lake to admire the beautiful Shan temple before driving to the bus station for a 5h30mn trip to Chiangmai; or drive to your hotel if you choose to see more of this romantic city and its surroundings
• Includes: All transfers, meals and drinking water
• Packing list: In order to minimize the loading of the boats, we ask you to select a limited quantity of items:
- On the boat: - Wear a T-shirt, shorts, sandals or water shoes. Sun-screen lotion
- Night bag: - 1 T-shirt, 1 pair of trousers, sandals or "flip-flops", 1 towel+toilet-kit, mosquito-lotion, 1 flashlight. Valuables (cash, credit cards, cell-phone) will be safe in this bag.
*During the cold season (Dec-Jan), an extra sweater and a pair of socks are recommended.
*Cameras & binoculars will be stored in waterproof containers readily accessible anytime.
• Season: From early June to 31st January
Code: PR–3
Price
Per Person
THB 6,800 (single + THB 500)
2 day rafting expedition on the Middle Pai River (Ref: R-2) (Please send your booking request to <thairafting@gmail.com)
The trip starts one hour drive from Pai; you will enjoy paddling through 60 kilometers of deep jungle, have fun through 60 rapids up to class 4, discover hot-springs, waterfalls and gorges on the way and spend a great night in harmony with the nature in our jungle camp.
You will end up the second day in Mae Hong Son, the romantic Shan city
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RECOMMENDATION
Due to the early departure, we recommend the participants to arrive in Pai the day before. It will be the occasion to fall in love with this charming Thai village nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas, surrounded by hot springs and waterfalls. In town, you will appreciate the colorful street-market, restaurants and music bars.
We will give you a map of the area and help you to make the best value of your time there or you might book one of our half day programs.
Day 1: (Distance=30 km; Time=4 hours; 30 rapids)
We will pick you up from your hotel at 08.45 and meet with other rafters at our base. While socializing around a cup of coffee, we will help you to select your rafting equipment (helmet and life jacket).
After a safety briefing, we will drive one hour by pick up taxi to reach the put in point. Around 11:00 you will meet your captains and receive the last paddling instructions.
The first strokes will take you straight into the lush of the jungle; after the first rapids, you will stop for a basket lunch by the shade of a wild mango tree; Then, passing through the gorge, you will experience the thrill of the class 3-4 Fragrance Rapids, before you reach the first hot springs and fluoride mine area of geological interest. 15 more rapids and we will stop at a small waterfall to enjoy water games.
Then, following the meanders of the river through the deep jungle, we will stop at our camp (17:00); you will settle in your huts or tents, take a shower, relax or explore the area before we serve a welcome drink and local snacks.
Later, a delicious Thai dinner cooked by the guides on the wood fire will follow (vegetarian on request); then fruit, coffee, tea, will complete the menu while guides will show you some tricks of their own getting tired, you will enjoy to spend the night in harmony with the nature, in a bamboo hut fully furnished with air-mattresses, sleeping bags, pillows and mosquito nets. Shower & toilets are simple and clean facilities.
Day 2: (Distance= 35 km; Time= 5 hours; 30 rapids)

A filling breakfast including homemade bread, eggs and fresh coffee will be served at 8 am. Departing from the camp around 9 am, we will first enjoy a dozen rapids among which the class 3 Red Cliff.
Further down, we will reach the Khong River junction, most important tributary of the Pai river; a few minutes later, the expedition will take a break at the main hot springs on this trip and will get ready for more fun through the set of the Rising Stone Rapids (about 5 rapids from 100 to 400 meters long, grade 2-3 ); after such a thrill, a picnic will be served on the bank of a clear stream; then, you will paddle or enjoy swimming through the Pai Gorges scattered with few more tricky rapids.
Coming to the end of the journey, we will pop out into the Mae Hong Son Valley and meet the first farming areas.
We will disembark at the Forestry Headquarter around 15:00; there you will be able to redeem your main luggage and take a refreshing shower before a short transfer to Mae Hong Son at the place of your convenience: Hotel if you wish to discover this charming Thai-Burmese city or Airport to fly back to Chiangmai at 16:10. A transfer back to Pai (110 km / 2 h) is also available with our truck.
• Includes: All transfers from Pai to Mae Hong Son, meals and drinking water, camping gear, waterproof containers for personal belongings and cameras, world standard rafting equipment (life jacket + safety helmet and paddle). Insurance (AXA group)
• Capacity: Maximum 25 people / Minimum 2
• Fitness: Average good physical condition and swimming experience required
• Packing list: In order to minimize the loading of the boats, we ask you to select a limited quantity of items - On the boat: - Wear a T-shirt, shorts, sandals or water shoes. Sun-screen lotion
- Night bag: - 1 T-shirt, 1 pair of trousers, sandals or "flip-flops", 1 towel+toilet-kit, mosquito-lotion, 1 flashlight, valuables (cash, credit cards, cell-phone) will be safe in this bag.
*During the cold season (Dec-Jan), an extra sweater and a pair of socks are recommended.
*Cameras & binoculars will be stored in waterproof containers readily accessible anytime.
Season: From early July to the middle of January
Code: R–2
Price
Per Person (4 pers.)
THB 4,500
1 day rafting to Chiang Mai (Ref : R-1) (please send reservation request to <thairafting@gmail.com> )
A fun and convenient way to head back from Pai to Chiang Mai
Ride 10 km and 25 rapids on the Mae Taeng River.(1h30mn)
Starting from your hotel in Pai at 8.30 am, you will enjoy a great section of white water, then get a minivan transfer straight to your hotel in Chiang Mai. (1h).
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A 10 km ride on the Mae Taeng River
You will ride two sections of the most famous white water river in Thailand, including 25 rapids up to grade 3+. (for safety, we will skip a short section of class5 rapids)
Program:
You will be picked up with your luggage at your hotel in Pai at 8.30 am.
After a short drive to our base we will help you to select a life vest, a helmet and a paddle according to your size. Then, a minivan or a taxi (depending on the size of the group) will drive you to the river on a 110 kilometer scenic road (2h30m)
Once we will arrive at our club house, we will take lunch, then the guide will give you a safety briefing: Instruction how to control the boat and the basic safe behavior to remember on a river trip.
The rafting trip will start around 1 pm.
The first section of the river will allow you to warm up through a dozen of gentle rapids; arriving at the suspension bridge you will take a break to skip a section of four class 5 rapids (500 meters)
Passing by the elephant camp, we might spend few minutes to watch these quiet and friendly animals.
Few hundreds meters later, we will put in again at the entrance of a beautiful section of class 2-3 rapids.
We will enjoy action through the "Kaeng kut" (class 3+ rapid),and tackle few more rapids.
Approaching the end, you can swim and float along the last stretch, back to our base. You will disembark there around 2.30 pm.
You will be given a towel to dry up after the shower, then you can sip a cup of tea or coffee while watching few videos of your run shot from the bank by our safety man
At 3 pm, you will get all your luggage with you, will drive you (1h) straight to the place of your choice in Chiang Mai: Hotel, airport, railway station...)
You will arriva at you destination between 4 to 4.30 pm.
Includes: All transfers by minivan or taxi, lunch and drinking water, dry box for cameras, world standard equipment: EEC certified life vests, helmets and paddles) Insurance. Towel for the shower+ Tea or coffee.
Experienced and certified guides (Emergency First Response)
Packing list: On the boat, we advise you to wear sandals or water shoes, shorts, T-shirt; take sun-block lotion and camera (stored in a water proof container readily accessible anytime)
Season: From middle of June to the middle of February
Code: R–1
Price
Per Person (minimum 2 people)
THB 2,200
2 Day Combination Tour — 1 Day trekking and 1 Day rafting (Ref : RT-2) (please send reservation request to <thairafting@gmail.com> )
The trip use the same route as the 2day rafting expedition. It starts one hour drive from Pai; you will enjoy paddling through 60 kilometers of deep jungle, have fun through 60 rapids up to class 4, discover hot-springs, waterfalls and gorges on the way and spend a great night in harmony with the nature in our jungle camp.
From there, on the morning of the second day, you will go trekking 2-3 hours and explore the wildest area of Mae Hong Son province.
You will end up the second day in Mae Hong Son, the romantic Shan city
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Program
Day 1: Rafting
We will transfer you from your hotel to our base at 8.45 am for safety briefing and to select your life vest and helmet..
We will then drive 1h to the river put in point.
The first strokes will take you straight into the lush of the jungle; after the first rapids, you will stop for a basket lunch by the shade of a wild mango tree; Then, passing through the gorge, you will experience the thrill of the class 3-4 Fragrance Rapids, before you reach the first hot springs and fluoride mine area of geological interest. 15 more rapids and we will stop at a small waterfall to enjoy water games.
Then, following the meanders of the river through the deep jungle, we will disembark for the night at our camp around 4 pm.
There, you will settle in your huts or tents, take a shower, relax or explore the area before we serve a welcome drink and local snacks.
Later, a delicious Thai dinner cooked by the guides on the wood fire will follow (vegetarian on request); then fruit, coffee, tea, will complete the menu while guides will show you some tricks of their own getting tired, you will enjoy to spend the night in harmony with the nature, in a bamboo hut fully furnished with airmattresses, sleeping bags, pillows and mosquito nets. Shower & toilets are simple and clean facilities with bamboo walls.
Day 2: Trekking +Rafting
A breakfast including homemade bread, eggs and fresh coffee will be served at 7 am. Departing from the camp at 8 am for trekking we walk up hill to reach a view point on a section of the 60 km canyon leading from Pai to Mae Hong Son; it could be the chance to meet gibbons, monkeys and birds dwelling in this wild part of the jungle. We will now walk back to the river, using the creek of the next valley.
After this 3 hours trek, we will meet the guide assistant waiting for us with our boat.
We will first enjoy a dozen rapids among which the class 3 Red Cliff.
Further down, we will reach the Khong River junction, most important tributary of the Pai river. This remarkable area will be the opportunity for a filling picnic.
20 minutes later, the expedition will take a break at the main hot springs on this trip and will get ready for more fun through the set of the Rising Stone Rapids (about 5 rapids from 100 to 300 meters long, grade 2-3 ); then, you will enjoy swimming through the Pai Gorges scattered with few more tricky rapids.
Coming to the end of the journey, we will pop out into the Mae Hong Son Valley and meet the first farming areas.
We will disembark at the Forestry Headquarter around 17:00; After a refreshing shower you will have the choice of driving back to Pai with us (2h) or to take a short transfer (20 min) to Mae Hong Son with your main luggage.
If you have time, we recommend you stay overnight and visit this charming Shan city (with a flavor of Burma) and take a flight to Bangkok or Chiang mai at the end of the day. (Check flights available at the moment)
Maximum: 20 people.
Includes: full board, drinking water, dry box for camera and professional safety equipment. Insurance. Entrance fees to National park and wildlife sanctuary. Return to Pai.
Packing list: Trekking shoes, ruck sack (10 l), sandals, sun cream, toilet kit, flash light, a change of clothes for the night, shorts.
Code: RT-2
Price
2 Person
THB 5,000/Person
3 Person
THB 4,500/Person
4 Person
THB 4,000/Person
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2 days / 1 night Trekking (Ref : T-2)(please send reservation request to <thairafting@gmail.com> )
A medium difficulty trekking (5 h walk and 600 meter elevation per day) through jungle forests, reaching viewpoints which inspired famous filmmakers; you will go back in time to meet the friendly Lahu people with their medieval way of life …
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2 days/1 night - Trekking (Ref: T-2)
A medium difficulty
trekking (5 h walk and 600 meter elevation per day) through jungle forests,
reaching viewpoints which inspired famous filmmakers; you will go back in time
to meet the friendly Lahu people with their medieval way of life …
Day 1:
Starting at 9 am from Pai, we will
drive 1h 20 mn on the most scenic mountain road in Thailand to reach a small Shan
Village. There, we will start walking gently uphill for (1h) to reach a Lisu settlement.
Passing through the village, we will observe the traditions of this ethnic
group that originates from the south of China
Then, we will keep walking on top of
the hills, watching wonderful views over the Pai wildlife sanctuary, until we take
a break for lunch. The next stretch will take us to the “Spirit Well”: A
natural limestone sinkhole (150m deep and 80 m diameter) most certainly created
2 to 300 million years ago by the erosion of the ocean which slowly receded as
the Himalayas were rising up.
Now you will walk downhill for 1
hour through the farming fields, to reach the black Lahu village where you will
spend the night.
You will settle in your guide’s
traditional house built on teak tiles;
time to appreciate a refreshing shower, then walk around to observe the
organization and life of the village…cattle, pigs, dogs …and many lovely
children.
If you wish, you can assist your
guide and learn how to cook a delicious meal on a wood fire. The Thai style
diner will be the occasion to talk about the culture and history of the Lahu
people. The accommodation is a good homestay style with bed sheets and blanket.
Day 2
A filling breakfast will be served at 8 am . You will have time to watch the morning life of the village before the guide will lead you downhill through a beautiful mixed deciduous forest of teak wood, Indian Mahoganies and various bamboo species. You will also observe plants, flowers, insects and birds until you reach the majestic entrance of the Lang cave.
As we take a break for a basket lunch in the middle of the jungle, the guide might demonstrate some of his skills, carving a bamboo with his machete.
Then you will walk a short distance downhill to reach the Khong River and follow up the bank for one hour before arriving at the next Lahu village. Our car will be waiting there to drive you back to Pai (1h40 mn) on the same scenic road to arrive in Pai around 5 pm.
Includes: All services described
Level: Average good physical condition
Packing list: 1 trekking shoes, 1 ruck-sack, 1 flip-flops, 2 light trousers, 3 T-shirts, 2 pairs of socks. 1 flash-light,1 towel + toilet kit, 1 bed sheet, mosquito lotion, earplugs.
*From June to October: 1 raincoat
*From January to March: 1 sweater + hat
Maximum: 15 people
Code: Tbe-2
Price
2 Persons
THB 3,600/person
3 Persons
THB 3,100/person
4+ Persons
THB 2,600/person
1 day Trekking (Ref : T-1)(please send reservation request to: <thairafting@gmail.com> )
An easy 4 to 5 hour walk along the Pai valley from a Lisu to a Lahu village, ending up swimming in a waterfall.
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1 day Trekking (Ref : T-1)
The Trek
We will leave your hotel at 09:00 and drive 20 minutes on the road going to Mae Hong Son to a Lisu village where we start walking along the fields until we find the shadow of a bamboo forest. We will reach the first Lahu village and eat our basket lunch in this area. After walking for one more hour we will reach a second Lahu village and stop by a beautiful three stage waterfall where we can swim and relax.
The car will pick us there at 15:00. and take us back to Pai in 15 minutes.
Includes: transportation, lunch, water, entrance fee at the waterfall
Packing list: Trekking shoes, sunscreen lotion, hat, small rucksack.
Code: T-1
Price
2–3 Persons
THB 1,800/person
4–5 Persons
THB 1,500/person
6+ Persons
THB 1,200/person
2 Day Combination Tour — 1 Day trekking and 1 Day rafting (Ref : R2+T)(please send reservation request to <thairafting@gmail.com> )
The trip use the same route as the 2day rafting expedition. It starts one hour drive from Pai; you will enjoy paddling through 60 kilometers of deep jungle, have fun through 60 rapids up to class 4, discover hot-springs, waterfalls and gorges on the way and spend a great night in harmony with the nature in our jungle camp.
From there, on the morning of the second day, you will go trekking 2-3 hours and explore the wildest area of Mae Hong Son province.
You will end up the second day in Mae Hong Son, the romantic Shan city
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Program
Day 1: Rafting
We will transfer you from your hotel to our base at 8.45 am for safety briefing and to select your life vest and helmet..
We will then drive 1h to the river put in point.
The first strokes will take you straight into the lush of the jungle; after the first rapids, you will stop for a basket lunch by the shade of a wild mango tree; Then, passing through the gorge, you will experience the thrill of the class 3-4 Fragrance Rapids, before you reach the first hot springs and fluoride mine area of geological interest. 15 more rapids and we will stop at a small waterfall to enjoy water games.
Then, following the meanders of the river through the deep jungle, we will disembark for the night at our camp around 4 pm.
There, you will settle in your huts or tents, take a shower, relax or explore the area before we serve a welcome drink and local snacks.
Later, a delicious Thai dinner cooked by the guides on the wood fire will follow (vegetarian on request); then fruit, coffee, tea, will complete the menu while guides will show you some tricks of their own getting tired, you will enjoy to spend the night in harmony with the nature, in a bamboo hut fully furnished with airmattresses, sleeping bags, pillows and mosquito nets. Shower & toilets are simple and clean facilities with bamboo walls.
Day 2: Trekking +Rafting
A breakfast including homemade bread, eggs and fresh coffee will be served at 7 am. Departing from the camp at 8 am for trekking we walk up hill to reach a view point on a section of the 60 km canyon leading from Pai to Mae Hong Son; it could be the chance to meet gibbons, monkeys and birds dwelling in this wild part of the jungle. We will now walk back to the river; depending on the weather conditions, we might use the creek of the next valley or walk back to the camp.
After this 2-3h hours trek, we will meet the guide assistant waiting for us with our boat.
We will first enjoy a dozen rapids among which the class 3 Red Cliff.
Further down, we will reach the Khong River junction, most important tributary of the Pai river. This remarkable area will be the opportunity for a filling picnic.
20 minutes later, the expedition will take a break at the main hot springs on this trip and will get ready for more fun through the set of the Rising Stone Rapids (about 5 rapids from 100 to 300 meters long, grade 2-3 ); then, you will enjoy swimming through the Pai Gorges scattered with few more tricky rapids.
Coming to the end of the journey, we will pop out into the Mae Hong Son Valley and meet the first farming areas.
We will disembark at the Forestry Headquarter around 17:00; After a refreshing shower you will have the choice of driving back to Pai with us (2h) or to take a short transfer (20 min) to Mae Hong Son with your main luggage.
If you have time, we recommend you stay overnight and visit this charming Shan city (with a flavor of Burma) and take a flight to Bangkok or Chiang mai at the end of the day. (Check flights available at the moment)
Maximum: 20 people.
Includes: full board, drinking water, dry box for camera and professional safety equipment. AXA insurance. Entrance fees to National park and wildlife sanctuary. Return to Pai.
Packing list: Trekking shoes, ruck sack (10 l), sandals, sun cream, toilet kit, flash light, a change of clothes for the night, shorts.
Code: R2+T
Price
2 Persons
THB 5,000/Person
3 Persons
THB4,500/Person
4 Persons
THB 4,000/Person
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1/2 Day - Pai sight seeing to attractive spots - Ref: P-0.5 (please send reservation request to <thairafting@gmail.com> )
Within just few hours, discover the most interesting places around Pai by car (Waterfall, Hill tribe villages, Hot springs) We share with you, our knowledge of history, geology, ethnology...
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The Tour
You will leave your hotel dressed
with short pants, T-shirt and sandals; we will drive 5 km along the Pai river
to reach the put-in point.
Your captain will give you a short
safety briefing and explain to you how to control the boat.
After putting your lifejacket on,
you will paddle down the river for 1 to 2 hours depending on the water level.
You will see people farming,
gardening and handling various activities along the river.
After 5 km we will disembark at our base for snacks and
refreshment then drive back to your hotel.
Includes: Includes all service and drinking water.
Packing list: Sun glasses, hat, sunscreen lotion, towel and dry change of clothes. Camera.
Code: P-05
Price
2 Persons
THB 1,500/pers.
3 Persons
THB 1,300/pers.
4–6 Persons
THB 1,200/pers.
7+ Persons
THB 1,100/pers.
1/2 Day - A mountain bike ride to Hot Springs - Ref: Pm-0.5(please send reservation request to <thairafting@gmail.com> )
A beautiful and easy 15 km ride along the Pai valley to hot springs, memorial bridge, Pai Canyon...
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The Tour
At 9 am or 13:30 pm we will pick you up at your hotel and drive up to the Mae Yen Temple from where we will start the trip, down the left bank of the Pai river, passing by Shan villages and paddy fields.
Then, we will visit the hot springs area; time for a refreshment (fruit and snacks), so we can pedal further to the historic "second world war Japanese bridge"
We will cross the Pai river safely over the new bridge and ride up to the "Pai Canyon" for a breath-taking view over the valley; then we will plunge down hill and finish gently along the right bank of the river, back to your hotel.
Packing list: shorts, sport shoes, cap, sunglasses, sunscreen lotion and camera.
Code: Pm-05
Price
2 Persons
THB 1,700/pers.
3 Persons
THB 1,500/pers.
4–6 Persons
THB 1,300/pers.
7+ Persons
THB 1,100/pers.
1/2 Day - Pai river floating - Ref: Pr 02 (please send reservation request to <thairafting@gmail.com> )
Discover the country side
of the Pai valley on a rubber raft. Learn about safety and basic paddling from
a professional white water rafting guide.
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The Tour
You will leave your hotel dressed
with short pants, T-shirt and sandals; we will drive up 5 km along the Pai river
to reach the put-in point.
Your captain will give you a short
safety briefing and explain to you how to control the boat.
After putting your life jacket on,
you will paddle down the river for 1 to 2 hours depending on the water level.
You will see people farming,
gardening and handling various activities along the river.
After 5 km we will disembark at our base for snacks and
refreshment then drive back to your hotel.
Includes all services
Packing list: Sandals, cap, short pants, sunscreen lotion, 1 towel, camera.
Maximum: 15 people
Code: Pbe-1
Price
2 Persons
THB 1,000/pers.
3 Persons
THB 800/pers.
4–7 Persons
THB 600/pers.
8+ Persons
THB 500/pers.
1 Day - 4 Wheel & Hill tribe. Pai to Mae Hong Son - Ref: WH-1
From Pai to Mae Hong Son: 110 km of the most scenic mountain road by 4 wheel drive vehicle; you will discover Hill tribe & Long Necks villages, waterfall, Mae Hong Son the romantic Shan city.
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The Tour
We will start from your hotel at 08:00, drive for one hour on a beautiful mountain road to reach our first stop and meet with the Lisu hill tribe people. Then, we will drive on a scenic crest trail to pay a visit to a Black Lahu village and a cave, near the Burmese border.
Nearing Mae Hong Son, we will stop and walk to the mysterious "Fish cave"; further up we will discover the majestic "Tiger waterfall".
We will reach Mae Hong Son in time for lunch, time to taste the local cuisine and relax by the lake, in front of the romantic Shan* style temple.
The first excursion in the afternoon will take us to the Karen long necks village, occasion for an interesting visit and a short talk about the refugees' situation along this border.
Back in Mae Hong Son, we will walk through the provincial market to detail the local food products and handicraft, then drive to the temple on the hill to get the most peaceful balcony view over the Shan city.
Then we will drive back to Pai in 2 hours.
* Ethnic group and original population of Mae Hong Son. The Shan state is located in Myanmar.
Includes all services and entrance fee
Packing list: Sport shoes, cap, sun glasses and sunscreen lotion, 1 towel, camera.
Maximum: 7 pers.
Code: WH-1
Price
2 Persons
THB 2,800/pers.
3 Persons
THB 2,400/pers.
4–6 Persons
THB 2,300/pers.
7+ Persons
2.000/per
Rafting
Located in the foothills of the Himalayas, the Pai river, thanks to an excellent compromise between wilderness, challenge and safety, offers one of the best rafting expedition locations in the world.
It will exceed a beginners expectations and surprise the outdoor enthusiast.
Starting from Pai, a green-village nestled in a peaceful valley, the middle section of the Pai River stretches over 60 kilometers of rocky landscape and non-accessible jungle forest; it offers fun through as many as 60 rapids up to class 4.
You will also discover hot springs, swim in gorges, shower under waterfalls, surprise colorful birds and other wild animals in their environment. You will stay overnight in a jungle camp in harmony with nature.
The trip ends up 110 km from Pai, in Mae Hong Son, the romantic Shan city, close to the Burmese border and the famous Karen Long Necks villages.
Each expedition travels in sturdy inflatable rubber boats controlled by English speaking captains trained on an international standard level.
They will ensure your safety during the whole trip and they will be happy to share with you their knowledge of the Mae Hong Son province.
Trekking
Located under the 29th parallel, the foothills of the Himalayas in Northern Thailand rise between 1,600 and 6,000 feet (500—1800 m) above see level. Together with a tempered climate, this geographical location provides amazing view points over endless landscapes of forest and limestone rocks.
Northern Thailand is home to numerous hill tribes believed to have originated in Tibet and migrated via China, Myanmar and some via Laos to their present locations.
With the exception of the Karen, who established settlements in 18th century, the tribes entered Thailand during the last 100–120 years.
Their migration was due to a combination of their traditional nomadic lifestyle and political unrest.
Demographically speaking, the main tribes found in Northern Thailand are Akha, Hmong, Karen, Lahu, Lisu, and Yao. Of these, only Karen, Lahu and Lisu are present in Pai. Some Hmong and long necked Karen live nearer to Mae Hong Son.
The different ethnic minorities dwelling in these hospitable mountains offer providential shelters to stay overnight and to discover the medieval life of these friendly Tibeto-Burmese peoples.
Other Activities
The Pai River and the wilderness of Mae Hong Son province offer the foremost rafting experience in Thailand. At the same time, the area offers excellent trekking opportunities. But while you are in Pai, you can experience much more ...
You can visit waterfalls, hot springs, viewpoints, villages and farming areas.
You can rent motorbikes and bicycles in town to undertake trips by yourself but if for safety and convenience you prefer a guided tour, you can select one of the programs above.
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Thai Adventure Cottages are situated just 600 metres from town in a quiet, attractive location.
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