Float, learn, and connect with nature.
This relaxed Afternoon half-day experience combines a scenic river tubing journey (≈50–75 min) with an ethical elephant feeding experience (≈20–30 min) at a nearby partner camp.
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 hand-feeding of rescued elephants with guidance from local carers
- Small groups for comfort and safety
- Optional waterfall slide (No Transfer option only)
⏰ Available Departure Time
We offer 1 daily departure: Afternoon only.
Each booking has 2 options: With Transfer or No Transfer.
🌊 Afternoon Program
🚐 Option 1 – With Transfer
Pickup Time: 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM (Chiang Mai city area)
Round-trip hotel transfer included.
Includes:
River Tubing → Elephant Feeding
⚠️ Waterfall slide is not included in this option due to timing.
📍 Option 2 – No Transfer (Self-Drive)
Guests travel independently to our Mae Taeng base camp.
Meeting Time at Base Camp: 1:15 PM
Please arrive 10–15 minutes early for check-in.
Includes:
River Tubing → Elephant Feeding → Hidden Waterfall Slide
✨ This option includes the waterfall slide as an added experience after tubing and elephant feeding.
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+)
- First-time adventurers looking for a gentle, nature-based afternoon
- Guests comfortable walking on natural terrain and around water
Good to know
- Light-adventure on natural terrain; expect steps, wet surfaces, and short walks
- Personal items near water are your responsibility; use waterproof protection or leave valuables at your hotel
- Small groups; please advise of medical conditions at booking
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.