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Rafting on the Kok River of Tha Thon Village

Rafting on the Kok River

    Tha Thon is a village in the district of Mae Ai, north of Fang district of Chiang Mai. Only 24 kilometers from the heart of Fang district. Tha Thon is noted for Mae Kok River which flows through the land to the Muang district of Chiang Rai Province, thus turning this river into an important water passage between the two provinces.
    Its importance as a channel of transportation aside, Mae Kok River has today become a popular attraction among nature lovers as they can cruise the river by raft and marvel at the surrounding beautiful nature. Along the water passage, tourists will also see pockets of communities and their inhabitants. Among the interesting spots on the wy is the Karens' Village of Ruam Mit where sightseeing on elephant-back is an available attraction. Alternately, they can also choose to visit the neighboring woods.
Cruising the Mae Kok River can be made from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai. The only unusual bit is the long distance between Chiang Rai and Tha Thon Village with many bends along the way, mor so when compared to the passage from Chiang Mai. Normally, a long-tailed boat service shuttling between Tha Thon and Chiang Rai on Mae Kok River is available at 160 Baht per person, taking tourists from Tha Thon at 12.30 hours to arrive at Chiang Rai at around 17.00 hours.


Rafting on the Kok River
    Chiang Rai Rafting along Mae Kok River
    The Mae Kok River, 130 kms. long, running through the heart of Chiang Rai, is said to be one of the most beautiful and unspoil rivers of the world. It flows gently along jungle banks and towering mountain cliffs. Along its route lie several hilltribes and jungle-tribes of Chiang Rai. The people are friendly and the life aboard the raft relaxing. There are regular well-organized rafting trips to and from Chiang Rai to many interesting destinations. A popular tour is rafting from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai, or vice versa.
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