List of Outdoor Activities in the Mae Taeng valley
Great Countryside Cycling and mountain-biking area!
Explore the Maetaeng valley on two wheels! Nothing more easy when based at Le Cocotier Resort. In the heart of this scenic valley, our guides can lead you to explore the quiet countryside or cycle challenging trails, coupled with an authentic encounter with local life. Explore the Mae Taeng valley on your own, or accompanied by an informative and expert local Thai guides. This mostly flat valley offers a network of little used rural roads and trails, suitable for active families with younger children and teenagers alike. We also can provide small frame size mountain-bikes and helmets.
Sit-on-top Kayak, river kayaking, touring kayaks, and SUP Stand Up Paddle Board
With the Ping River on our doorstep (almost) and the Mae Ngat Dam lake just 3km away, there are plenty of opportunities for water activities. Whether you are a beginner or experienced paddler, our fully trained staff will always be there to coach and assist when necessary. We offer sit-on-top and touring kayaks, iSUP paddle-board, rental and tuitions.
We also propose organised worry-free all inclusive package tours, in collaboration with our Chiang Mai based partner tour company.
Hiking, trekking and nature
With the Sri Lanna National park as our backyard, it's not difficult to explore Northern Thailand's flora and fauna. Our guides are very familiar with the jungle and can teach you many things you never knew!
Within less than one hour's drive, we can take more experienced trekkers on the ridges of the Chiang Dao mountain range, at higher altitude, with coffee and tea plantations insights. Except during the hot season, (March through May) the weather is always fresh and the scenery is beautiful.
ACTIVITIES / Price List
ORGANISED TOURS AND TUITIONS
Tours and activities offered at/from Le Cocotier Resort. Organised tours and tuitions available for outdoor activities. For guests staying at Le Cocotier Resort. Group inquiries welcome! - การจัดนำเที่ยวและค่าใช้จ่ายสำหรับกิจกรรมกลางแจ้งทั้งหมด สำหรับแขกที่เข้าพักที่ Le Cocotier Resort (แขกภายนอกมีค่าใช้จ่ายเพิ่มเติม)
Cycling tour: easy rider
Easy cycling tour in the surrounding valley. Depart and return to the hotel. A ride for beginners. All Flat. Distance approximately 20km in surrounding countryside. Stop at a local market, a temple, and learn about local agriculture and rice farming.
This ride is conducted by our staff. Mountain-bikes and helmets are included, as well as drinking water.
Depart 9am or 2pm, duration approximately 2 hours. Price 500 Baht per person, minimum 2 participants.
Cycling trip: 25-30km
East valley loop cross country ride
Moderate to difficult. Distance 30km.
Ride many off road sections, and a short single trail. Mostly flat with a few short hills. Our best cycling loop in the area.
Duration 3 hours approximately.
Morning or Afternoon trip.
Price is 800B/person, minimum 2 persons.
700B/person if 3 to 5 participants.
600B/persons for group of 6 and up.
Note: Afternoon trip can be combined with the SUNSET PADDLE tour (see below).
Cycling trip: 25-30km
Western Hills Cross Country
Moderate to difficult. Distance 30km approx.
Challenging ride, with off road sections and great forest trails. Short and steep hills, undulating landscape. For experienced riders.
Duration 3 hours approximately.
Morning or Afternoon trip.
Price is 900B/person, minimum 2 persons. 800B/person if 3 to 5 participants.
700B/persons for group of 6 and up.
SUP Stand up Paddle trip
1/2 Day SUP paddle clinic and practice
Learn and practice Stand Up paddle board at the nearby Mae Ngat Dam. Tuition for beginners by our instructor and practice. We provide equipment, transfer to the lake, drinking water and snacks. Half-day trip 3 1/2 hours, morning or afternoon: 800B/person.
Price per person, minimum 2 participants. National Park entry fees not included.
SUP sunset tour
1 hour Sunset SUP paddling trip
Be Active and join this 1 hour+ Stand Up paddle board at the nearby Mae Ngat Dam.
Sunset paddling, exercises and fun.
Transfers to the lake, drinking water.
Daily trip around 4pm/5pm. Beautiful scenery of the dam and great pictures opportunities!
Price 400B per person, minimum 2 participants. National Park entry fees not included (when applicable)
GREAT PICTURES OPPORTUNITIES!
Sit-on-top Kayak trip
Kayak clinic/practice and paddle 3+ hours at the lake. Learn the basic paddling skills on the nearby Mae Ngat Dam. Stunning paddling on the lake all year round. Perfect for beginners and families. Equipment and transportation included. 3 1/2 hours trip, morning or afternoon.
Price 600 Baht per person, on a DOUBLE sit-on-top kayak. For single kayak, the price is 700 baht per person. Minimum 2 participants.
National Park entry fees not included (when applicable)
Biking and SUP trip
Bike our 30km East valley loop. Moderate to difficult level. Short single trail and off road riding. End up at the lake where we jump on paddle board for an epic Sunset paddling exercise. A complete Active day not to be missed for all sport oriented people and adventure lovers.
Afternoon departure, approx. 1.30pm from the Hotel.
Price 1100B/person for two persons minimum.
3 to 5 participants price 1000B/person
6 and more participants, price 900B/person
National Park entry fees not included.
Waterfall and trek
Sticky waterfall, also called Buatong Waterfall.
Located 16 km from the hotel.
We propose a 2 hours jungle trek, in lush forest, and a time to visit and relax at the waterfall.
3-4 hours trip, morning or afternoon.
Price 700 Baht per person, minimum 2 persons.
Entry fees not included when applicable.
Relax at the Waterfall
A trip to the Sticky waterfall, also called Buatong Waterfall, located 16 km from the hotel.
Vehicle transfer and waiting time. Up to 4 hours trip. Explore the area on your own or simply relax at the waterfall.
3-4 hours trip, morning or afternoon.
Price 400 Baht per person, minimum 2 persons.
Charter a vehicle: charter our vehicle "songtaew" for groups and families at 900 Baht for a 4 hours trip.
Waterfall and Cycling
Active trip to the Sticky waterfall, also called Buatong Waterfall, located 16 km from the hotel.
Vehicle transfer and waiting time. Explore the area on your own walk the short nat, or simply relax at the waterfall.
After a lunch at the waterfall (not included) we cycle back to the hotel, riding various trails and little used road. Distance approximative 18-20km.
Trip duration: 3-4 hours. Morning or afternoon.
Price 900 Baht per person, minimum 2 person.
Entry fees not included when applicable.
Multiple-day MTB tours
Guided biking tours? Follow our amazing cycling tour guides for an epic adventure of a lifetime in Northern Thailand. Custom made tour programs, based from Le Cocotier Resort. We propose 2 to 7 different guided itineraries in the region for experienced bikers. Use of Trek Marlin 7 Mountain-bikes, 29" wheels. Cycling guide, transportation, drinking water. Amazing rides, all year long. Rates starting at 1500B per person/day, minimum 2 persons. Special offer for guests staying at Le Cocotier only.
White Water Rafting
White Water Rafting on the Mae Taeng River. Distance to river basecamp from Le Cocotier is 25km. Including transportation, drinking water.
9 km rafting descent option. Price 2500 Baht per person, minimum 2 person.
Various options and combo trip with ATV is available. Advance booking required. Read our rafting page for more info.
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EQUIPMENT RENTALS
Equipment rental available only to Hotel's guests. ALL water activities to be conducted on the nearby Mae Ngat lake, and includes the equipment transportation to the lake. The dam is part of the Sri Lanna National Park. Park entry fees not included. เช่าอุปกรณ์กีฬา - สำหรับแขกของโรงแรมเท่านั้น
Sit-on-top Kayak rental
Rent our Sit-on-top kayak for the entire day. Transportation from Le Cocotier to the Dam is included. We provide boat, paddles, PFD's, drinking water.
Two-person kayak rental 900 Baht/full day.
Go Explore on your own! You can paddle to the floating raft houses inside the reservoir.
National Park entry fees not included.
Minimum rental is full day.
SUP Paddle board rental
Stand Up Paddle boards! We also have SUP boards for rent, to paddle and explore the dam on your own. Minimum half day, morning or afternoon. Including transportation of people and/or boards to the lakeshore. Price 600 Baht per board with equipment for a half day. National Park fees not included. Subject to advance reservation and availability.
Touring Kayak
Rent our FeelFree touring kayaks for the entire day. Transportation from Le Cocotier to the Dam is included. We provide paddles, PFD's, drinking water. Single person touring kayak.
Rental 900 Baht/full day. Minimum rental is one full day. National Park entry fees not included.
Mountain-bike rental
Half-day rental start at 250B for basic Trek or Giant mountain-bikes.
Full day rental 350.- Baht
No overnight rental. Bicycle rental for hotel guests only.
ค่าเช่าครึ่งวันเริ่มต้นที่ 250.- บาทสำหรับการเดินป่าขั้นพื้นฐานหรือจักรยานเสือภูเขายักษ์ เต็มวันคือ 350.- บาท
Mountain-bike rental
Quality Trek Marlin (model 6 and 7) mountain-bikes. 27 gears, with 29" wheels and Rock-Shox front suspension.
Full day rental 600B. For hotel guests only.
No half day rental available.
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เช่าเต็มวัน 600 บาท
สำหรับแขกของโรงแรมเท่านั้น
Tent rentals
Basic two-persons tents. To be pitched in our garden's campsite. Use of toilet/shower facilities. Our best budt option for nature lovers.
400B/night for tent+mats. (Bring your own sleep gear).
Please inquire in advance. Subject to availability.
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เต็นท์ให้เช่า 400 บาท
Glamping tents available now!
Tent set-up in private area, with mattress, pillow, sleeping bags. Starting at 1000 Baht for 2 persons. Including breakfast at our restaurant. See our BLOG for more info.
And there are more things to do in the region! Fishing trips on the lake, motorboat trips, bird watching, trail walking, hill-tribe village visit, local handicrafts. Permaculture and organic plantation workshop, Thai boxing lessons, meditation, Yoga classes, Thai cooking classes, scooter rides. Le Cocotier Resort, ultimate Adventure tour base for northern Thailand exploration!
