White-water Rafting in Mae Taeng

Mountain rain feeds this river with punch and bounce. Class III to IV rapids stack through a narrow gorge lined with teak and bamboo. Crews fit you with PFDs and helmets, drill paddle commands, then slide the raft into the tongue of each rapid. Rescue kayaks shadow tricky bends and pool up below drops. Peak flows run late wet season, while shoulder months give a friendlier line for first-timers. Pack dry clothes and strap sandals that hold on rock. End the day with hot curry in a hill village and a van ride back to town.