Where to Trek: the 2 Best Observation Decks Tours Worldwide

1.Chiang Mai 2-Day: Trekking, Tubing & Elephant Observation

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 95 reviews · 2 days · from $102Our pick

Spend two days in Mae Taeng with guides such as Bang, Toby, Jack, or Nine. Trek to Tard Mok Waterfall, tube past Elephant Nature Park, swim at Saa Gee Falls, and stay in an air-conditioned capsule cabin. Elephant observation is an optional add-on, while the private pool villa costs 3,000 THB per room.

“I was so happy with everything. Bang was a very good host, we had yummy snacks and water available at all times. The tour was very nice, we were lucky to spot some elephants while tubing even after the recent floods. Would recommend 10/10!”

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2.Chiang Mai Full-Day: Trekking, Tubing & Elephant Observation

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 30 reviews · 7 - 10 hours · from $86Best value

Travel from Chiang Mai to Mae Taeng for a guided jungle trek, Thai lunch, Mae Taeng River tubing, and respectful elephant observation. Guides Jack and Bang help run the friendly base camp. Choose hotel transfers for convenience, or travel independently to add the Saa Gee Falls slide and enjoy a more flexible day.

“Amazing day trip, must do in Chiang Mai. Pick up was on time, nice car + driver. The hike through the jungle, not difficult and we had great pictures at the waterfall - perfect start to the day. The lunch and base camp were lovely, nice to relax before the tubing. A larger group joined us and we went to the river. The tubing was really good - nice and relaxing as we floated past lots of elephants. The highlight was the feeding, we had an elephant between 4 of us and it was such a memorable and special experience. We were concerned about choosing an ethical way to see…”

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