Thai Adventure Rafting, Mae Hong Son Province
Our rafting expedition will take you through the main Wildlife Sanctuary of Mae Hong Son province. Being the only access through this area, the Khong & Pai Rivers guarantee you an unforgettable wilderness trip.
Beside experiencing the thrill of the rapids, you will have the chance to watch monkeys and birds playing along the riverside, shower in sparkling waterfalls, and discover the fun of “body rafting”, floating along with the current.
The expedition travels in strong self-bailing paddle rubber rafts and canoes of similar structure. Personal effects and belongings will travel in dry bags and watertight containers.
In order to keep the weight down, all participants are requested to carry a minimum load, approximately the size of a standard plastic carrier bag. For you to make a choice, we recommend you limit yourself to the packing list below. All your remaining personal items will be safely kept in Pai and transferred to the arrival point on the following day upon request.
All our raft captains are fully trained to international standards under supervision of Guy Gorias, founder and Technical Director.
Experience the Pai River as recommended by most travel guide books… Fun & safe rafting trip with the Thai Adventure Rafting Team.
All food and drinks will be provided with the exception of alcoholic beverages. Should you like to bring your own along with some snacks, you are welcome to do so.
Diet requirements: Please advise us when you register if you need vegetarian meals.
Our raft captains will handle professionally all aspects of your trip. They will be happy to answer any question you may have and share with you their knowledge of nature and traditions of the Mae Hong Son province.
Since 1988 on the Pai River, first River Rafting operator in Thailand!
Overnight at our Riverside Jungle Camp, in harmony with the nature!
Overnight at our jungle camp will give you the opportunity to explore the pristine nature of the Mae Hong Son hills. Bamboo huts fully equipped with sleeping bags, foam camping mattresses and mosquito nets will keep you in harmony with the environment. Simple, clean toilets and showers will also contribute to your comfortable stay.
How Do You Join Our Trip?
- From Chiang mai -Plane to Mae Hong Son at 10 a.m. (30 minutes flight).
Or Bus to Pai (4 hours from “Arcade Bus Station”)
Or Taxi to Pai (3 hours) can be arranged by our office. From Pai -Our car leaves to rafting start point at 9:30 a.m. - If you intend to Start from Pai, we recommend to arrive in Pai the day before departure and spend a night.
- THE RETURN… back to Chiangmai Plane from Mae Hong Son (35 minutes) at 17.05 p.m. (subject to change, check with airline Thai Airways).
- Private car/minibus (5 hours).
- Local Bus (8 hours).
Itinerary
- Day 1
- If depart from Chiang Mai, early departure 07.00 for transfer to Pai / the river put-in point
Departure from Pai at 09.30 (please meet at 09.00 at our Pai office). Transfer to the Pai river put-in (45 min). Briefing about security and navigation while inflating the boats. Boarding at 11.00 am; (+45 min) stop for lunch (basket lunch: chicken or vegetarian fried rice + fruits). Continue through rapids section (2h +) then stop at our Jungle Camp. Welcome drink (“Pai Punch”) & chips; sticky rice with Chiang Mai sausage & Thai food, fruit, coffee or tea. Spend the night in bamboo huts; sleeping bag and mosquito nets. Shower & toilet facilities available. - Day 2
- Breakfast at 7 a.m.: bread, butter & jam, omelet, coffee /tea /choc. Leave at 9 am; (1h) reach the Pai River; (30 min) stop at the Hot Springs then have fun through the rapids (about 15 rapids from 50 to 300 m. long, grade 2-3 ); pass through the Pai Gorges and its rapids. Stop for basket lunch by a small waterfall: Mixed salad chicken, eggs, vegetables, rice + french dressing, fruits; (+1h) come out in the Mae Hong Sorn Valley for landing at forestry office “Uttayan Nam Tok Mae Surin” (Pang Moo) around 3 p.m.; Shower before transfer to Mae Hong Sorn at customers convenience (Hotel or Airport), 8 km.
Important Notes
- We recommend participants not to travel with, or wear any jewelry item.
- Cameras and binoculars will be safely stored in watertight containers readily available at any time.
- For security reasons, you will be required to wear a life jacket and helmet whenever you are traveling on a raft.
Join departures tours only. Group Size: 4 persons; maximum group size: 25 persons.
Average good physical condition and swimming experience required.
Suggested Packing List
On the boat: T-shirt, Short pants, sandals or water shoes. Sun-screen lotion.
At the camp: One long sleeve T-shirt, 1 trouser, sandals or “flip-flops”, 1 towel & toilet kit, mosquito lotion, 1 flashlight.
Pricing
Departure from Pai (our office): 2,500 Baht / person
Rafting Season is closed during dry season. We resume our trips starting June 01st 2010
(Transportation to Pai not included. For a full package including rafting trip, transfers, overnight, flight back to Chiang Mai see this trip .)
Including: All transfers, meals and drinking water, camping gear, waterproof containers & dry bags for personal belongings and cameras, life jacket & safety helmet.