ADVENTURE TRAVEL
The adventures worth booking.
The 15 most popular white-water rafting tours, with the operator, the run time and the price. The standouts worth planning a trip around, and what each one is actually like once you are out there.
Ethical Chiang Mai elephant sanctuary plus Mae Wang waterfall swim and bamboo rafting. Close encounters, Thai lunch, and a full day out.
Most Popular“Nop was an amazing guide giving us a lot of information about elephants. It was an amazing day and a highlight of my trip to Thailand.”
Banff-area Kananaskis Class 2-3 rafting with 10+ rapids, an Olympic race-course section, games, and an optional swim spot for $95.
“Kids loved it. Wear a swimsuit to go into the wetsuit. They also give you swim shoes, helmet, life jacket.”
Raft the Kananaskis River from Banff on a beginner-friendly afternoon trip with class 2-3 rapids, included gear, and free photo downloads.
“Was a few after noon even if the weather and the water was cold! Our guide Marcin was very good and knowledgeable! Would recommend this activity with Chinook rafting any day! Robert”
Chiang Mai bamboo rafting with hotel transfers and elephant viewing. Calm river float, countryside views, door-to-door service for $46.
“The rafting was a lovely peaceful experience, although it finished abruptly and we had to work out where we were with no instructions. It was a shame to see the elephants nearby in very small enclosures.”
Morning whitewater rafting on Banff’s Bow River through Horseshoe Canyon. Class 3–4 rapids, wetsuits included, optional cliff jump.
“Action pack and exciting. Staff are very friendly.”
One day from Chiang Mai: 1 hour ATV, 1 hour Maetang River rafting, and a 2-hour jungle trek to a waterfall with lunch included.
“the atv and the rafting was a very amazing experience, the view to the waterfall is breathtaking. we really recommend to do this trip.”
Ethical elephant sanctuary time, a jungle walk, and bamboo rafting on the Wang River from Chiang Mai, plus lunch and transfers.
“Bamboo raftingis enjoyable and elephant look soo happy in the river.”
A fast-paced Chiang Mai day with ATV riding, Maetang River white water rafting, and a sticky waterfall stop, plus Thai lunch and hotel transport.
“Brilliant day and such lovely and welcoming guide. Well worth it for a full day with 3 activities and he accommodated our big group of 19 people!”
Raft the Mae Taeng River in Chiang Mai with expert guides, Class III–IV rapids, included lunch, and showers after the splash.
“Super professional and great fun at the same time. We were a bit nervous, but all was organised so well and our guide made us feel safe and laugh all in once. We all loved it!”
ATV 40 km in jungle trails and 10 km Mae Taeng class III–IV rafting with lunch, safety gear, and showers.
“To be very honest this activity overpassed my expectations. In this family called 8Adventure is more than an agency, is a group of friendly and playful team. We had an amazing adventure with them in the ATV track which was 40km long and very intensive and fun. After that we had a 10km rafting experience…”
Chiang Mai rafting plus a waterfall trek: hotel pickup, safety-first class III/IV rapids, a 10-meter waterfall swim, and jungle hiking with English guides.
“O and his teammates were incredible! It was such a thrill but they also made safety a top priority. I would definitely recommend the inflatable kayak if you're looking for a more exciting experience!”
Chiang Mai elephants, herbal vitamin-ball making, then Mae Wang bamboo rafting or zipline adventure with lunch in about 6 hours.
“Your feedback is highly appreciated and encourage our teams so much🥰🥰🙏🙏”
Thrilling Bow River rafting through Horseshoe Canyon, with Class 2-4 rapids and optional cliff jumps plus provided gear and a post-ride beverage.
“Super fun!”
Chiang Mai ATV adventure with a jungle waterfall trek, short whitewater rafting, and a 200cc countryside ATV ride, plus Pad Thai lunch.
“Amazing experience with super fun guides”
Meet mahouts, feed and bathe elephants, trek to Mae Wang Waterfall, visit Karen Hill, then float bamboo rafts on a calm river.
“Great tour overall! Super friendly staff members and everything went pretty smoothly. As other people have mentioned there is no long neck part of the tour though.”
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