Chiang Mai Jungle Adventure: A 7-Day Nature Expedition
Embark on a 7-day adventure in the heart of Chiang Mai’s natural beauty and cultural heritage. Your journey starts with a transfer to the Chai Lai resort. experience. Over the next few days, you’ll hike through deep jungles, learn jungle survival skills, take a refreshing dip in jungle waterfalls, and share meals over open fires. You’ll also spend a night in a Karen homestay, connecting with local traditions. Explore a Karen Hill Tribe village and enjoy bamboo rafting before returning to the Chai Lai resort. The tour continues with unforgettable moments like breakfast and swimming with elephants, a thrilling jungle ATV ride, and a serene hot air balloon adventure followed by a traditional Thai massage. Your journey concludes with departure from Chiang Mai, leaving you with lasting memories of this remarkable excursion.
- Hike through Deep Jungles
- Learn Jungle Survival skills
- Swim in a Waterfall
- Karen Hilltribe Homestay for 1 Night
- Bamboo Rafting adventure
- Traditional Thai Massage
- Hot Air Balloon experience
- Jungle ATV ride
- Swim with the Elephants
- Elephant Room service breakfast
Chiang Mai arrival and transfer to Chai Lai resort
Arrive at Chiang Mai International Airport, where our driver will be waiting to greet you. From there, enjoy a scenic 1.5-hour drive to Chai Lai Resort. Upon arrival, check in and relax with free time for the rest of the day to unwind and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.
No Meals included
Jungle Trekking - Swim at Waterfall
Start your day with a hearty breakfast before setting out on an adventurous jungle hike, tailored to your preferred difficulty and pace—typically lasting 2 to 3 hours. As you trek through the lush forest, your expert Karen guide will introduce you to local wildlife and plants while teaching traditional jungle survival skills such as using bamboo for water, crafting utensils, slingshot techniques, and natural medicine. After the hike, cool off at a hidden waterfall and enjoy a freshly prepared vegetarian picnic lunch with seasonal fruits. In the evening, relax by the fire and savor a traditional Karen dinner. Spend the night in a cozy Karen homestay featuring eco-friendly, solar-powered amenities and open-air showers, offering a peaceful escape from city life.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Hiking - Karen Hilltribe - Bamboo Rafting
Begin your morning beneath the jungle canopy with a traditional breakfast featuring fresh, seasonal fruits. Set off on a scenic hike through the forest, emerging into sunlit rice paddies. Visit a Karen Hill Tribe village to explore their traditional homes and gain insight into their rural lifestyle. Browse local shops offering unique snacks and delicacies. Later, cool off with a serene bamboo raft ride along the Mae Wang River, guided through gentle currents and small rapids. After the experience, return to the resort and enjoy a relaxing evening at your leisure.
Meals Included: Breakfast & LunchÂ
Elephants Day
Begin your day with a truly unforgettable experience as rescued elephants gently greet you right at your room’s doorstep—it's Elephant Room Service at its finest. Feed, interact, and capture magical moments with them in the soft morning light. After this heartwarming encounter, freshen up and prepare for the next adventure: a playful and refreshing swim with the elephants in the river, where you’ll bathe, splash, and bond with them in their natural element. Enjoy a delicious lunch afterward, then unwind with a free afternoon and evening at your leisure.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
Jungle ATV Adventure & Thai Massage
Start your day with a hearty breakfast at the hotel before gearing up for an exhilarating Jungle ATV Adventure. After a safety briefing from your expert guides, set off on a thrilling ride through lush jungle trails, taking in the region’s natural beauty while enjoying an adrenaline rush. Return to the resort for a delicious lunch, then unwind with a traditional Thai massage at the spa and wellness center. Spend the rest of the afternoon relaxing in nature and enjoying your free time at leisure.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
Hot Air Balloon & Proceed to Chiang Mai City
Begin your day with an early morning pick-up from your hotel and arrive at the hot air balloon launch site by 5:30 AM. Meet your experienced pilot and crew, and attend a pre-flight safety briefing. By 6:30 AM, you’ll lift off for an unforgettable hot air balloon ride, soaring above Chiang Mai's serene countryside as the sun rises—taking in stunning views of temples, rice fields, and lush jungle. After landing around 8:30 AM, celebrate the experience with a traditional champagne toast. Return to Chai Lai Orchid Resort to freshen up and check out. At 12:00 PM, your driver will transfer you to your hotel in Chiang Mai city center, where you can relax and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Chiang Mai Departure
After breakfast, get ready for pick up from the hotel by our driver and proceed to Chiang Mai International airport for final departure.
Meals included: Breakfast
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