11 Bamboo Rafting Trips in Thailand to Give a Whole Day

1.Elephant Sanctuary, Waterfall & Bamboo Rafting

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 9,160 reviews · 9 hours · from $60Our pick

Spend a full day with rescued elephants, swim at Mae Wang Waterfalls, enjoy Thai lunch, and bamboo raft through Chiang Mai’s countryside.

“This tour made our holiday! Mel was so informative, full of energy and had us laughing at every activity. We were really pleased to see how happy all the elephants were and the experience was well balanced between for seeing and interacting with the animals whilst respecting them at the same time. Would recommend to anyone who comes to Chiang Mai!”

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2.Chiang Mai Elephant Sanctuary, Bamboo Rafting and Waterfall Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 870 reviews · from $58Top rated

Review of Chiang Mai’s Bua Tong Waterfall, elephant sanctuary, and bamboo rafting tour, with practical advice on value, fitness, timing, and ethics.

“We had a great time in the elephant sanctuary with preparing food for them and feeding them and then giving them bath in the river. Our guide Fluke was really knowledgeable and cheerful. We also had an exciting time at the sticky waterfall which was adventurous and must do activity. Then the bamboo boat ride was also good. Just one advice don’t buy beers for the captain of the boats which shopkeepers will insist you to do that. I think there are much better elephant sanctuaries out there so you can explore more options, I deducted 1 star just because of that.”

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3.Khaolak: Bamboo Rafting, Waterfalls, and Turtle Conservation

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 622 reviews · 3 hours · from $48

Review of Khao Lak bamboo rafting, turtle conservation, and waterfall swimming, with practical tips, price advice, itinerary details, and honest drawbacks.

“Winnie the tour guide was such a happy bubbly lady , we had the best trip :)”

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5.Bamboo Rafting & Sea Turtle Conservation Center

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 282 reviews · from $42

Review of Khao Lak bamboo rafting, sea turtle conservation, and Ton Pling Waterfall, with honest tips on value, weather, shoes, and timing.

“I had limited expectations for this excursion. We arrived at the bamboo rafting area and it was all very rushed. I was hoping that the guides would be pointing out wildlife or give us some information about anything, but it felt like our guide in particular was either a bit hungover or just didn't want to be there. Stopped the raft to take phone calls etc it was bizarre. The turtle sanctuary was decent. Learned some things on the tour from the guide. Waterfall was a bit of a waste of time to be honest. In summer when water levels are low. It seems pointless to take people there.”

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7.Sok River: Bamboo Raft Ride, Monkey Temple & View Point Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 257 reviews · 4 hours - 270 minutes · from $61

Review of Khao Lak’s Sok River bamboo raft tour, with rainforest views, monkey temple, coffee in bamboo cups, price, timing, and practical tips.

“We were in a small group with four people and had a nice day. Everything was on time and we even got some softdrinks, watermelons and sticky rice for free. So all in all this was a nice half day trip which we can only recommend! Also our guide was super friendly and you could ask her any questions! She could even speak a little bit german. :)”

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8.Bamboo Rafting & ATV Ride (Optional)

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 253 reviews · 10 hours · from $54

Review of Phuket’s bamboo rafting and optional ATV tour, with turtles, monkeys, waterfall, lunch, transport, costs, and practical tips.

“Better then expected, our Tour Guide Hanan was amazing funny and very informative . Loved the turtle sanctuary it was like a dream come true & monkey feed & The Temple. Food was also good And in the end bamboo rafting The best !!!”

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9.Elephant Sanctuary Bamboo Raft & Padthai Cooking

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 245 reviews · 10 hours · from $54

Meet rescued elephants, cook vegetarian Pad Thai, and raft the Wang River on a thoughtful full-day Chiang Mai adventure.

“An amazing experience well worth doing as an unforgettable awesome memory. Transport by minibus was a bit hairy at times (fast driver with late breaking habit!) & not too comfy but otherwise great trip. Guides were amazing, very knowledgeable and passionate about the elephants, Pao & Rainbow are lovely and so friendly. You get so close & hands on with the elephants and interact loads. Making the pad tai was fun and it tasted delicious. The rafting experience was brilliant so much fun and great raftmen who really hype up the splashing and camaraderie with whooping and giggles. Overall a must do experience that i'll never forget”

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10.Khao Sok: Full Day Bamboo Rafting Tour from Khao Lak

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 49 reviews · from $114

Review of Khao Sok’s full-day bamboo rafting tour from Khao Lak, with elephants, markets, monkeys, jungle coffee, lunch, and practical booking advice.

“What can I say about this experience… and it WAS an experience! Small group (which is always a bonus) weather fantastic and our guide for the day Run, was excellent. Food at lunch outstanding and there was plenty of water etc to drRead more”

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11.Chiang Mai Elephant Sanctuary Observation and Bamboo Rafting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · from $61

Review of Chiang Mai’s Joy Elephant Sanctuary, waterfall stop, and Wang River bamboo rafting, with practical tips, value, and honest drawbacks.

“Wow. We love elephants so much and this place was awesome!!! We got to feed them snacks, walk with them and just spend time watching them be amazing and beautiful animals! This place is truly ethical- NO touching/bathing/riding (excRead more”

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