Mae Kok River Cruise and Karen Hill Tribe Village Tour
Experience the authentic culture of the Karen Hill Tribe with a scenic boat ride, traditional village life, and a glimpse into their elephant-raising heritage.
Enjoy a scenic long-tail boat ride along the Mae Kok River to visit the Karen Hill Tribe Village, where locals raise and train elephants for jungle work. Explore their traditional bamboo stilt houses and observe the women’s skilled craftsmanship in sewing and fabric dyeing. Immerse yourself in this unique cultural experience before returning to your hotel.
Destination
Chiang Rai
Start City
Chiang Rai
End City
Chiang Rai
Tour Type
Private Tour
Period
Day Tour
Depart
mtwthfsasu
Condition
Easy Moderate Strenuous
Tour Code
CRHD02
Mae Kok River Cruise & Karen Hill Tribe
Itinerary
08:30 AM / 01:00 PM: Pick-Up from Hotel
Depart from your hotel and head to Mae Kok boat landing to begin your cultural adventure.
Mae Kok River Cruise
Embark on a one-hour scenic cruise along the Mae Kok River aboard a long-tail boat. Enjoy the stunning natural scenery and peaceful river atmosphere.
Visit Karen Hill Tribe Village
Discover the traditional lifestyle of the Karen Hill Tribe along the picturesque Mae Kok River, where the locals have lived in harmony with nature for generations. Known for their deep connection to elephants, they raise and train these gentle giants for jungle work. Wander through their bamboo stilt houses, where farm animals like pigs, chickens, and buffalo live below. The women, dressed in sarongs, white shirts, and headscarves, showcase their craftsmanship through intricate sewing and fabric dyeing, preserving their rich cultural heritage.
12:00 PM / 04:00 PM: Return to Hotel
Conclude your tour with a return transfer to your hotel, enriched by the culture and natural beauty of the Mae Kok River and Karen Hill Tribe Village.