Luxury Thailand active and adventure tours made for you
Cycling
River paths, ancient sites and temples
Safari
Look for elephants, tigers and bears
Hiking
Rainforest and mountain treks in national parks
Kayaking
Paddle around islands and limestone karsts
Rainforest treks, sea kayaking and cycling between temples
Thailand’s landscapes are varied and invariably irresistible. Our luxury Thailand active and adventure tours will take you deeper into the beautiful scenery. Bespoke experiences can unlock tucked-away temples, cycling routes to ancient cities, and wilderness areas roamed by Asian elephants, leopards and Indochinese tigers.
National parks encompass rainforests, limestone mountains and rugged coastlines, perfect for active families who want to explore. Take guided walks to waterfalls and head out on private safari drives and treks with rangers to look for wildlife. Watch the scenery transform and wildlife emerge under the cover of darkness on a night time walking safari.
Bespoke Chiang Mai hiking tours take you along the Ping River to the 13th-century ‘forgotten’ city of Wiang Khum Kham, visiting markets and ornate, gilded temples along the way. We can also arrange a guided cycling adventure in nearby Sri Lanna National Park, combined with kayaking on Mae Ngud Lake Reservoir.
Further north in Chiang Rai, where Thailand borders Myanmar and Laos in the ‘Golden Triangle’, trek on mountain paths and take a river cruise on a longtail boat. When staying in Phuket or Krabi, kayaking or canoeing on the Andaman Sea is a must. Paddle around the ethereal karst formations and limestone cliffs of Phang Nga Bay, or take a private speedboat tour before kayaking through mangroves.
Our travel designers have the on-the-ground expertise to craft bespoke itineraries with exclusive, unforgettable experiences. Get in touch to start planning your active travel adventure in Thailand today.
Highlights
Hike to the seven-tiered waterfalls and emerald pools of Erawan National Park
Cycle from Chiang Mai to Wat Umong, a monastery with mossy tunnels
Ride a bamboo raft through forested valleys in Khao Sok National Park
Go sea kayaking around the limestone karst formations of Phang Nga Bay
Observe Asian elephants on safari drives in Kui Buri National Park
With its vast national parks, incredible wildlife and much-loved coastal areas, Thailand is endlessly lovely and often surprising. That’s why I love creating active and adventure trips to the country. They open up even much-visited destinations in new ways, whether that means night safaris in national parks, cycling adventures to ancient sites or itineraries that combine the mountains and coast.
Georgina Bainbridge
Travel Designer
Luxury accommodation for active adventures in Thailand
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Trip inspiration
Where to go for active adventure in Thailand
Bangkok
Old and new mix joyfully in Thailand's capital. Take a tuk tuk tour of the Old Town, cruise klongs or canals on a longtail boat and explore less-visited districts on foot and cycle out to explore temples and floating markets.
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Chiang Mai
In northern Thailand, Chiang Mai is surrounded by mountains and rainforests. Cycling and hiking tours can take you to less-visited monasteries, temples and Wiang Khum Kham, the 'forgotten' city.
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Chiang Rai
Trekking, cycling and rafting are among the best ways to explore this mountainous region as part of an active itinerary. Visit hill tribe villages and take privately guided mountain hikes.
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Koh Kood
The island of Koh Kood has bright-white sand backed by dense jungle and rainforest. Combine time on the beaches with boat trips to fishing villages and hikes to waterfalls.
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Koh Lanta
Made up of Koh Lanta Yai and several smaller islets, Koh Lanta is popular for relaxing beach breaks. It's also ideal for snorkelling, mangrove kayaking and jungle treks.
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Koh Phangan
The jungle-clad mountains of Koh Phangan are edged with pale, creamy beaches. This area has several dive sites you can explore on guided shipwreck dives and night expeditions.
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Koh Samui
Koh Samui's clear, calm and shallow waters are ideal for snorkelling, while nearby Koh Tao is considered one of the country's best areas for diving, including for novices. Take a guided kayak tour in Ang Thong Marine Park, where limestone pinnacles rise from the water.
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Koh Yao Noi
In Phang Nga Bay and an hour's boat ride from Phuket, Koh Yao Noi has secluded sandy coves backed by rice paddies, mangroves and rubber plantations. Snorkel around coral reefs and explore the interior by motorbike, cycle or tuk tuk.
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Krabi
In the Andaman Sea, Krabi province is known for its alabaster beaches, karst formations and scattering of islands. Explore national parks with rainforest, waterfalls and caves.
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Phuket
Known as the 'Pearl of the Andaman', Phuket is Thailand's biggest island. Kayak around lagoons and caves, and explore the mangroves and coral reefs of Sirinat National Park.
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When to visit Thailand for active adventures
Thailand’s cool and dry season runs from November to March, and is generally the best time to visit for relatively mild temperatures and low humidity. Travel in northern areas is best avoided between March and May, known as the hot and dry season – particularly for active adventures like hiking and cycling.
Southern areas tend to have pretty consistent temperatures all year round, though the Andaman coast, including Krabi, Phuket and Khao Lak, is often hardest hit during the rainy season from October to December.
Sea kayaking
January–February
Chiang Mai cycling
November–February
Safari adventures
November–March
Rainforest treks
December–April
Plan your active and adventure trip to Thailand
Whatever you want from your trip to Thailand, our team of expert travel designers is ready to help.
Your trip, your story
We craft trips deeply personal, delightfully surprising and entirely one of a kind. Every Jacada journey begins in conversation with a travel designer, a specialist in their destination of expertise. Behind each journey is a wealth of insight, gathered over years of on-the-ground exploration.
Once you’re booked, you’ll meet your concierge. Based in the region you’re visiting, they’ll take care of all the details so your mind is at rest. They make the trip truly special – and truly yours.
