The jungle view from the top of trees, in a journey of some two kilometers, hooked to a harness and passing from tree to tree, high in the canopy, by a system of platforms, cables and suspension bridges to twenty meters above ground, is what provides “The Flight of the Gibbon,” the first of its kind in Asia.

1-GOLF ADVENTURE IN A canopy MAE KAMPONG

It takes us first in the green campaign Mae Kampong, a pretty village 45 kilometers from Chiang Mai, nestled around the majestic forests of a national park.
The village is dedicated to the cultivation of tea and coffee and a growing eco-tourism, with the opportunity to stay in the region. After a small cup of local coffee, visitors are transported into the forest at the departure station. Harnessed, these budding Tarzan can run up to the first platform and fly from tree to tree, supported by a steel cable. Thrills guaranteed!

The ride lasts two hours and ends with a suspension bridge between two majestic trees and a rappelling descent to win the good land. “Cool, a little sports,” said Stéphane, the guinea pig of Gavroche, very stolid. “Grosse scared at first, but then it’s excellent,” smiled a young woman. The day continues with a luncheon at the village and a short walk to a waterfall. Little time, unfortunately, to stroll in the village; why there should be overnighting.
Our comment: bravo for the site, safety, supervision and originality of this new tour.A discourage older however not very sporting!

2-ADVENTURE CAMPS

More soft and davantange for families to enjoy nature while practicing a sport, the Maetang River Camp, Maetang and Padeng Camp in Chiang Dao are two new options that also offers Active Thailand in Chiang Mai. Operating for now almost exclusively for groups of students from international schools, both camps can make available to families or groups of friends (minimum ten people), a very basic accommodation in tents and all kinds of ‘Activities at the request hiking, trekking, mountain biking, rafting, canoeing, visit elephant camps around caves, but also views the discovery of drugs in the vicinity of ethnic villages perched on the mountain.
Our comment: The camps are under development. It clear before all activities that interest you without forgetting meals and drinks because there is no bar on site!

3-RAFTING / down the river PAI

For an expedition in white water rafting, with a night in a jungle camp, the descent of the Pai River, two days, one night, from Pai, proposed by Thai Adventure Rafting Under the supervision of Guy Goria, a pioneer rafting last twenty years, is still a must. The Khong and Pai rivers pass through a wildlife sanctuary otherwise inaccessible. There are already large sections of fast the first day, before reaching the camp in the jungle. The night happens in bamboo huts with mosquito nets and sleeping bags. Toilets and showers are available. The second day: stop the hot springs. Consequently, again, about fifteen Rapids 50 to 300m long, class 4, then gorges Pai. Lunch is taken on board a small waterfall before landing at the Office of forests in the valley dema Hong Son, and reach the city of the same name. It is possible to be dropped at his hotel or airport for a return on ChiangMai.
Our comment: There should be a good physical condition and a spirit of adventure to embark on this expedition rude.

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