Chiang Dao Cave Trekking Small Group Tour – Full Day

4.8 (25 reviews) Chiang Mai, Thailand
Duration6h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 9 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

● Explore the caves of Chiang Dao, a spectacular system of stalactites and stalagmites less than two hours’ drive from Chiang Mai
● See the five limestone caverns beneath the mountains via gas lanterns
● Climb the Buatong Sticky Waterfall and appreciate the scenic landscape
● Visit Mae Malai Market on the way back

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • Entrance Fee (Chiang Dao cave 40THB)
  • English speaking guide
  • Air-conditioned Vehicle
  • Insurance
  • Pick up and drop off at your hotel
  • Personal expenses
  • Food and drink
  • Fee for Guide with Lantern in cave (300THB/group of 4)

What to expect

  1. Chiang Dao Cave
    3h · Admission ticket included
    Although the town of Chiang Dao is famous for its Elephant Training Center, several adventurers have come to these parts for another reason altogether: cave trekking. The Chiang Dao Cave (Wat Tham Chiang Dao) is without a doubt one of the area’s more fascinating sites. Five limestone caverns invite one to uncover its beautiful stalactites, stalagmites, Buddha statues, and votive offerings from faithful pilgrims.

    Two to three of the caves make for an easy visit on your own, as they’re illuminated by electric lights. You’ll find Buddha statues here, including a 4-metre (13 ft) reclining one. Don’t miss the row of five seated Buddhas in the first cavern, as many travellers find them particularly impressive.
  2. 2h
    After our cave adventures, we'll head to the Chiang Dao market to gorge on delicious local meals before making our way to the Buatong Sticky Waterfall. While waterfalls are notorious for being slippery (and quite dangerous!), one impressive feature about this natural wonder is the sticky mineral deposits that allow visitors to actually climb up the waterfall without falling off. Feel free to appreciate the scenic landscape while you're at it as well.

    We'll pass by the Mae Malai Market before returning to hotel/meeting point.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

If your hotel is outside the free pickup area, the designated meeting point is the Thapae Gate in Chiang Mai Old City. Your tour guide will be holding a "TripGuru" sign waiting for you.

End point

If your hotel is outside the free pickup area, the designated meeting point is the Thapae Gate in Chiang Mai Old City. Your tour guide will be holding a "TripGuru" sign waiting for you.

Pickup details

Free pick-up areas for Small Group Tour
Within 2km radius from the Thapae Gate- Chiang Mai city area. Such as Central city of Chiang Mai and the surrounding areas of the Old City Wall in Chiang Mai Province including Chang Klan Road, Thapae Road, Wualai Road in zones of the Night Bazaar, Lam Yai Market and Warorot Market (Kad Luang)

The driver will contact you the evening before your activity date to confirm the exact pickup time. Please check your email for the update.

IMPORTANT NOTICE
Kindly be at your meeting point/hotel lobby (please ensure your accommodation is within our free pickup areas) at least 10 minutes before the stated meeting/pick up time. Our tour guides will only wait a maximum of 10 minutes for you before proceeding to the next stop. If you are headed to a meeting point, we would like to stress that heavy traffic in the mornings is expected, and can vary greatly when compared to the travel time stated in navigation apps (e.g. Google Maps, Waze, etc.). Please make sure to consider leaving with enough time to reach your destination.

IMPORTANT: IF AVAILABLE, PLEASE PROVIDE YOUR HOTEL NAME AND ADDRESS BEFORE COMPLETING THE PAYMENT

Additional information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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