ATV Quad Adventure with Secret Waterfall and Bamboo Rafting Chiang Mai

Overview

This half-day adventure from Chiang Mai combines an off-road quad ride with a picnic-style stop at a secret waterfall and a slow bamboo raft float down the Wang River. The default option is a morning departure on a two-seater quad, and a noon departure is also offered. Round-trip transfers from the Old City area, lunch, drinking water, insurance, safety gear and a trained instructor are included. It suits couples, friends and active families who like a mix of adrenaline, nature and relaxation.

Highlights

• Guided ride on a two-seater quad through wild hill terrain
• Pause at a secret waterfall for a rest and a picnic snack
• Relaxing bamboo raft float along the Wang River
• Round-trip transfers from places to stay within about five kilometres of the Old City
• Lunch with vegetarian and vegan choices, plus drinking water and a mini towel
• Safety gear, life jacket, insurance and a trained instructor
• Choose a morning or a noon departure

Itinerary

1. Hotel pickupRound-trip transfers cover places to stay within about five kilometres of the Old City.
2. Safety briefingMeet your instructor, put on your safety gear and practise before you ride.
3. Quad rideRide the quad in convoy through the hills, swapping driver and passenger if you wish.
4. Secret waterfallRest at the waterfall, cool off and enjoy a picnic snack.
5. LunchEnjoy lunch with vegetarian and vegan options.
6. Bamboo raftingFloat down the Wang River on a bamboo raft.
7. ReturnTransfer back to your hotel, usually mid-afternoon or early evening depending on your departure.

What's included

• Round-trip hotel transfer within about 5 km of the Old City
• Lunch (vegetarian options available)
• Drinking water
• Insurance
• Mini towel
• Bamboo rafting ticket
• 2-seater quad with safety gear
• Life jacket and safety equipment
• Local tour guide and trained instructor

Not suitable for

• Travellers who do not wish to get wet, muddy or dusty
• Guests under fifteen who wish to drive, as the driver seat is for guests aged fifteen and over
• People with back problems or other health conditions that make bumpy riding unsafe

Meeting point

The tour includes round-trip transfers from places to stay within about five kilometres of the Chiang Mai Old City. On the morning option pickup is usually between 8:00 and 8:30, and on the noon option between 12:00 and 12:30. Your confirmation gives the exact time, so please wait in the lobby about ten minutes early.

Important information

• Bring extra clothes, swimwear, sports shoes, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Bring any allergy medication you may need.
• The driver seat is for guests aged fifteen and over.
• A small supplement may be charged on site if one person books a two-seater quad, or if two riders wish to ride separately.
• Expect dust and mud on the ride; wear clothing you do not mind getting dirty.
• Follow your instructor's instructions and keep to the speed and spacing they set.
• Lunch, drinking water, insurance and a mini towel are included; tips are not.