Top 15 Thailand National Park Tours

1.Doi Inthanon National Park Eco-Friendly Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 6,667 reviews · 9 hours · from $46Our pick

Spend nine hours exploring Doi Inthanon with guides such as Nom, Jin, or Nuttaya. Visit Thailand’s highest point, the Ang Ka boardwalk, Twin Pagodas, Wachirathan Waterfall, and a Hmong village where you can try local coffee. Transport, water, insurance, and carbon offsets are included.

“Excellent value for money spent. We got a great variety of activities around doi inthanon park, including: Hike through peak of doi inthanon and nearby swamp. Walk around the Stupas Visit restaurant for authentic food. See the Karen village and try locally grown arabica coffee beans. See the waterfall. Waterfall was a major highlight for this trip, but all places provided an excellent variety of cultural experience.”

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2.Doi Inthanon Waterfall and Royal Project Chiang Mai

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,735 reviews · from $50Top rated

Travel from Chiang Mai to Doi Inthanon with a small group of up to nine people. Expect Wachirathan Falls, a Karen village, Hmong market, Thai lunch, Ang Ka Nature Trail, Thailand’s highest point, and the Twin Royal Stupas. Guides such as Mumu, Ice, and Sherri may lead the day.

“Mumu and Tik were a great! Mumu was very knowledgeable, approachable and was a great host and guide. The sites were great and everything ran smoothly without being rushed. My kids ages 7 and 9 were enjoyed it a lot too along with the adults in my group.”

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3.Grand Canyon Water Park Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,171 reviews · from $29Best value

Head to Grand Canyon Water Park in Chiang Mai for all-day access to a giant floating aquapark, slides, kayaks, SUP boards, a floating trampoline, children’s play areas, and one zipline ride. Life jackets and lifeguards are provided. Wakeboarding costs extra, and transport is not included.

“Nice day out in the sun. lots of fun, good food and drinks”

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4.From Khao Lak/Khao Sok: Cheow Lan Lake and Emerald Pool Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,007 reviews · 450 minutes - 11 hours · from $129

Travel with a small group of up to 12 from Khao Lak or Khao Sok to the Emerald Pool and Cheow Lan Lake. Guides such as Gay, Mong, Wan, and Jojo add local insight, while the day combines swimming, a long-tail boat ride, Diamond Cave, Thai lunch, kayaking, and mountain views.

“This was thus far our favorite activity we have done in Thailand, due in large part to our guide, Mong. I have been an outdoor guide for almost a decade and Mong is among the most professional guides I've ever seen. The trip itself was fantastic. All of the stops we really enjoyed. Mong structured it to avoid the biggest crowds and called an audible on the itinerary to give us a better time. The boat was nice, lunch was great, and the overall experience 10/10. Book it!”

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5.Khao Sok: Private Longtail Boat Tour at Cheow Lan Lake

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 794 reviews · 4 - 6 hours

Take a private longtail boat across Cheow Lan Lake with a local captain, stopping at the Three Brothers, Diamond Cave, and Nang Prai raft house. Choose 6 AM for sunrise and quiet water, or 2:30 PM for softer light and sunset. Hotel pickup from Khao Sok is available.

“Was really nice to have a private boat for the 4 of us. Great boat ride to see the lake and mountain scenery. Spider cave was also very cool (our captain guided us and provided flashlights). Had stops to take iconic photos. We got to the floating houses/restaurant before other boats so was nice to enjoy swimming and the peacefulness before others came. Boat was comfortable and captain was great. Easy to book and communication was very good with directions for parking and meeting at the pier (we drove a rental car).”

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6.Khao Lak: Khao Sok Bamboo Rafting and Elephant Bathing Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 719 reviews · 7 hours · from $79

Travel from Khao Lak to Khao Sok for a small-group day with elephant feeding and bathing, bamboo rafting, a Thai lunch, bamboo coffee by a limestone cave, Takuapa market, and Phanthurat Temple. English-speaking guides such as Nine, Ran, Danni, and K are known for friendly help and photos.

“Our day started at a morning food market. A great insight into local lives. Then on to the elephant camp. Being in a small group, each ‘family’ unit was allocated an elephant (& trainer) to bathe. This was an amazing experience on its own. Following the elephants baths, we were provided with drinks & snacks before moving on to Monkey Temple. Only a short stop here before moving on. A gentle punt along the river on a traditional bamboo raft. Our ‘driver’ pointing out wildlife and beautiful scenery along the way. A stop for tea or coffee, made using bamboo over a fire to heat the water near some caves…”

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7.Khao Yai National Park Small-Group Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 704 reviews · 11 hours · from $46

Spend 11 hours exploring Khao Yai from Bangkok with an English-speaking guide and park ranger. Walk the Nong Phak Chi trail, visit three wildlife areas and two waterfalls, and watch for deer, monkeys, hornbills, and elephants. Guides such as Angie, Surina, Tank, and Niranya are praised for their care and humor.

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Outstanding Full-Day Experience at Khao Yai National Park! We took the Khao Yai National Park from Bangkok (Full Day) tour, and it was truly exceptional, thanks in no small part to our incredible guide, Angie. Angie's warmth, humor, and heart made the entire day a delightful and memorable experience. She delivered a fantastic amount of engaging information about the park's diverse flora and fauna, as well as captivating facts about Thailand itself. Every moment was entertaining and informative. Angie always had a bright smile for every participant, making us feel genuinely welcome and cared for throughout the journey. She turned a simple day trip into a truly special adventure.…”

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8.From Khao Lak: Khao Sok Jungle Hike & River Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 688 reviews · 8h 30m · from $95

Spend about 8.5 hours exploring Khao Sok National Park with an English-speaking guide such as Ron, Mong, or Gay. Walk roughly 5 to 6 kilometers through rainforest, cool off in a stream, eat a generous Thai lunch, then drift down the Sok River with a paddler and bamboo-cup coffee.

“We had a lovely time with Mong our guide. He showed us loads of wildlife and was so friendly. The food was amazing and the rafting was a nice relaxing way to end the day”

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9.Doi Inthanon National Park and Pha Dok Siew Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 527 reviews · 1 day · from $39

Spend a full day in Doi Inthanon with an English-speaking guide, a local trail guide, and stops at the Twin Pagodas, Wachirathan Waterfall, Mae Klang Luang, and Pha Dok Siew Nature Trail. Expect a downhill walk, Karen coffee, Thai lunch, cool mountain air, and a packed schedule.

“This was a solo adventure and there was a group of 12 with everyone from a different country. The national park is stunning. The waterfalls and pagoda and views are great even in the clouds. The nature trail was the best part but honestly if it was raining could be treacherous so good shoes are important. I wish we had more time on the trail. As where the waterfalls and rainforest and views are at their best.”

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10.Khao Yai National Park Full-Day From Bangkok – Including Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 523 reviews · from $78

Leave Bangkok for an 11-hour small-group day at Khao Yai National Park. Walk a 3 to 4-kilometer jungle trail, visit Haew Suwat and Haew Narok waterfalls, and watch for monkeys, deer, birds, reptiles, and possibly elephants. Guides such as Bond and Tanya are praised for making the outing lively and informative.

“Very enjoyable experience overall. I travelled solo and there was only myself and 1 other guy doing the trip. You need a good level of fitness to complete this, the visit to the waterfall requires an extremely long descent and climb back up. The walk itself through the national park was challenging, I would not recommend doing this anytime during the wet season as the path was still very muddy. You should be aware there is an extremely long driving time involved, it's about 6hr in total of driving between the journey there and back which was not advertised. We did not see any animals during the actual walk, however…”

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11.Doi Inthanon National Park, Waterfall & Royal Project Day Tour From Chiang Mai

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 352 reviews · from $31

Travel from Chiang Mai to Doi Inthanon National Park in a small group of up to 15, stopping at two waterfalls, Thailand’s highest point, the King and Queen Pagodas, and Ban Mae Klang Luang. Guides such as Paula, Oil, Yak, and Choo lead the day. Lunch and hotel pickup are included, but park and pagoda fees are extra.

“The day went abit longer than expected however it was very welcome! The tour guide was excellent! Very lovely and she was always happy to explain everything and help however she could! The sites were very nice and good to see also! We Read more”

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12.Khao Sok: Elephant Rescue Center with Lunch & Bamboo Rafting

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 306 reviews · 8 hours · from $84

From Khao Lak, you’ll feed and bathe rescued elephants, prepare papaya salad, enjoy a southern Thai lunch, and float down the Sok River on a bamboo raft. Guides such as Didi, Otto, and Winnie are praised for thoughtful care, clear explanations, and great photo help.

“What an incredible experience being with the elephants. Loved the feeding, mud bathing and washing of our majestic elephant in the beautiful Khao Sok National Park. There are many elephant sanctuaries but chose this one for its ethical approach towards their elephants. Also enjoyed the relaxing bamboo rafting, a visit to a Buddhist Temple, viewpoint and lovely authentic lunch. Our guide, Didi went above and beyond in looking after us and her knowledge was incredible.”

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13.Doi Inthanon National Park Eco-Friendly Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 248 reviews · from $43

Travel from Chiang Mai to Thailand’s highest peak with an English-speaking guide, stopping at Ang Ka Nature Trail, twin royal pagodas, village coffee makers, and Wachirathan Falls. Expect a 10-hour day, a maximum of nine people, hotel pickup, and extra fees for park entry and pagodas.

“The trio was spectacular. The waterfalls and the summit area with the twin pagodas and flowers were breathtaking Our guide was very knowledgeable and nice The food at restaurant stop was great and the coffee area we visited was very interesting”

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14.Doi Inthanon National Park with Nature Trail Trekking 1-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 230 reviews · from $47

Travel from Chiang Mai to Thailand’s highest mountain in a small group of up to 13. Visit Wachirathan Falls, the summit, twin pagodas, a hill market, and a seasonal nature trail. Lunch and entry fees are included. Guides may include Choo, Billy, Oliver, or Kalaya.

“Booked this as a solo traveler since it is a must-do from Chiang Mai. Mediocre experience. Lots of time wasted before getting to the national park (~1h picking up from hotels, ~40 min stop at gas station for food) meaning the actual 2h hike takes place during the hottest part of the day (1-3p). The tour guide provides no value (no explanation of history, doesn’t walk around the pagodas or waterfall with you).”

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15.Phuket: Elephant Nature Reserve Entry Ticket and Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 223 reviews · from $37

Meet an English-speaking guide at Phuket Elephant Nature Reserve, learn each elephant’s story, prepare food, and watch the animals eat and roam freely. The 1.5-hour visit includes feeding and jungle observation, but no riding, bathing, or touching.

“Amazing tour and great to see one of very few ethical elephant sanctuaries in Phuket. We learned about the unethical practices of places where you bathe elephants or ride them and it was heartbreaking, so glad this place is rescuing them and still providing a great tourist experience. We did the 1.5 hour tour and it was perfect, we got to see several elephants, take up close pics with them, make their food and feed them. It was so cool to see the elephants in a calm and positive environment, and feel like our money was making a difference at the sanctuary. Would highly recommend this tour over any others…”

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