Paddling trips at Sri Lanna National Park

Introduction

The Mae Ngat Dam is a dam built over the Mae Ngat river, forming a sizable lake. The lake and surrounding mountains are part of the Sri Lanna National park. Paddling inside the reservoir is an amazing nature discovery, not without any efforts, but greatly rewarding for those who like this kind of activity. Paddling distance is 5km on each day. And more, if you feel adventurous.

Highlights

Sit-on-top kayaking on a scenic lake.

Spend the night in the exotic floating raft house.

Have fun and explore the famous "sticky waterfall" (Buatong waterfall).

Season

Trip operated all year long. This trip is recommended during the warm season as you can swim and play in the lake. The water can be cold during the winter season.

Overnight Trip Outline

Day 1 - Paddle inside the lake and overnight

9:00 Meet at your hotel in Chiang Mai. Transfer to the Sri Lanna National Park headquarter (1 hour +) where we'll start the trip. Full briefing on paddling practice and safety. Then we begin our paddling inside the dam. We paddle for approximately 1 1/2 hour to reach the raft house, with several stops along the way.

Lunch at the exotic raft houses where we will spend the night. Balance of the day at leisure, you can swim, play, or simply relax. The more adventurous will go for more paddling further inside the reservoir, to observe fishermen or birds in the more remote sections of the lake.

Dinner and overnight at the raft house.

(At the raft house, meals are at your own expenses and can be ordered from the menu).

Day 2 - Explore, relax and paddle back to shore

Breakfast at the raft house and relax. Around 10.30am we start to paddle back to the shore.

Meet our vehicle for a short transfer to a local restaurant for lunch. There you can change and shower if you wish, and have a coffee in the tropical garden.

Afterward, we will drive you to the nearby Buatong waterfall (sticky waterfall) for more relaxation and fun. Splash in the water and climb the waterfall. At the time you wish, we drive back to Chiang Mai (1 hour) and drop you off at your hotel.

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Inclusive

• Transportation from/to Chiang Mai city by car/minivan.
• Short transfer to the restaurant by local covered "songtaew" truck on day 2.
• Meals included during this trip are 1 breakfast and 1 lunch.
• Drinking water provided during activities.
• Quality equipment, two seats sit-on-top kayaks, and PFDs/buoyancy aids.
• English speaking adventure tour guide.
• National Park entry fees.
• Overnight at basic but comfortable floating RAFT HOUSE, in twin share room basis, with ensuite bathroom. No extra beds are available, as the rooms are small. If you have children you will need two adjacent rooms.

Not included

• Meals at the floating raft house
• Drinks and beverages (Except water provided during activities)
• Guide gratuities

Base price: 5500 Baht per person, for minimum two persons sharing a room.

Price will be calculated at time of reservation, depending on the number of participants, and the season. Discount available for families and groups.

Contact us for reservation or more information.

Booking as a family with children, please mention information about their age, swimming abilities, height, and possible diet preferences.

Participants must be in good physical ability and be able to swim.

Prior paddling experience is recommended but not necessary. Our instructor can give basic paddling lessons prior departure.

Options and Add-On:

SUP's stand up paddle boards or touring kayaks. 

For experienced participants we can also provide inflatable SUP paddle boards as well as sit-inside touring kayaks, at extra cost.

Travel by motorboat

If some of your party don't feel like paddling, we can arrange a motor boat transfer at additional cost.

Stay in your private floating bungalow

For the more discerning travelers, we can propose your deluxe private raft house on the lake in your private bungalow. Ask us for a price quote. Perfect for private groups and families. Advance reservation is mandatory.

We also recommend to spend another night in this area prior or after the trip!

Check-out this boutique hotel and recommended adventure tour base.