Chiang Mai Half-Day Adventure: River Tubing & Elephant Feeding

Float, learn, and connect with nature. This relaxed half-day pairs a scenic river tubing journey (≈ 50–75 min) with an ethical elephant feeding experience (≈ 20–30 min) at a nearby partner camp. Travel from Chiang Mai late morning, change at our riverside base, and return to town early evening. Small groups, friendly local guides, and all safety gear are included—non-swimmers welcome (life jackets provided).

Highlights

• Gentle tubing through jungle scenery with mountain views
• Respectful, close-up hand-feeding of rescued elephants with guidance from carers
• Small groups for comfort and safety
• Round-trip transfers from selected Chiang Mai city areas

Animal welfare & ENP note
During the tubing section we float past the boundary of Elephant Nature Park. There is no entry to the park, no affiliation, and no interaction with their elephants; sightings are not guaranteed. Our policy: no riding, no shows, no forced contact.

Who it’s for
Couples, friends, and families (recommended age 1+) who want a gentle, nature-based afternoon with meaningful elephant time.

Pick-up & timings (typical)

• 11:30–12:00 Pick-up in Chiang Mai city (selected areas)
• Activity order may vary with river level and welfare considerations
• 17:00 Depart the base; 18:30–19:00 drop-off back in Chiang Mai

Sustainability & Community Impact

This experience is part of Tubing Chiang Mai’s Eco Community Project. We keep groups small, stay on existing paths, and follow strict welfare: no riding, no shows, and no forced contact—interactions happen calmly at the elephants’ pace. We operate low-plastic and provide chilled water refills; please bring a reusable bottle. A share of proceeds maintains jungle trails, funds litter clean-ups, and supplies first-aid kits for community rangers.

One Tree, One Trip
For every booking, we plant one native tree with the local village network to help restore river and forest habitats in the Mae Taeng valley. When conditions allow, guests may help plant or sign a tag for a sapling; otherwise, our team plants on your behalf and monitors growth.

Responsible Travel

• Dress respectfully in villages and ask before photographing people.
• Follow your guide around the elephants and keep a relaxed pace.
• Please do not bring outside food for wildlife.
• Drones require prior approval.
• Pack out everything you bring in.
  By choosing this tour, you support ethical elephant care and community-led conservation. Thank you for travelling responsibly with us.

Joined Trip Information

This program operates as a shared group trip with shared transportation. All guests travel together and return to Chiang Mai at the same time. If some guests finish earlier, there may be a short wait until the whole group is ready. Private trips are available on request if you prefer a flexible schedule. Your understanding helps us keep tours small, friendly, and eco-friendly. 🌿

Important Note – High Season (Oct–Jan)

During October–January, there are usually more guests and heavier traffic, so return times can occasionally be later than usual. If you plan another activity after ours, we recommend scheduling it from 8:00 PM onwards. Have a dinner reservation? Tell our driver—we can drop you at the restaurant on the way back when feasible.