Outdoor activities

Chiang Mai Night Safari

Last reviewed: 13 November 2026

Right age?

3–17 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

Check with venue

What part of Chiang Mai?

Hang Dong & Southwest

Night Safari & Rajapruek

Is it open?

Night Safari tram 17:30–21:00 daily, departing every 30 minutes; ride about 60 minutes; ticket office closes 21:00

OK in rain?

Light rain OK (umbrella needed)

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Venue website

nightsafari.or.th ↗

Setting

outdoor

Good for

nature, low energy

Time to allow

Half day

Night animal tram tours and live shows. 2026 Christmas programme unannounced.

Check show and tram schedules before arriving.

Grand Canyon Water Park

Last reviewed: 11 November 2026

Right age?

8–17 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

From ฿1,200

What part of Chiang Mai?

Hang Dong & Southwest

Nam Phrae

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Not recommended in rain

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Price band: ฿฿฿

Setting

outdoor

Good for

active play

Time to allow

Full day

Floating obstacles, kayaking, trampoline and zipline activities.

Confident swimming is important; some rides have stricter age limits.

Jungle Adventure Park

Last reviewed: 11 November 2026

Right age?

7–16 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

Check with venue

What part of Chiang Mai?

Hang Dong & Southwest

Ban Tawai

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Not recommended in rain

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Setting

outdoor

Good for

active play

Time to allow

Half day

Coaster kart, ziplines, swings and water boats in Ban Tawai.

Check individual ride height and weight limits.

Kingkong Smile Zipline

Last reviewed: 11 November 2026

Right age?

10–17 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

From ฿1,900

What part of Chiang Mai?

East & Northeast

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Not recommended in rain

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Price band: ฿฿฿

Setting

outdoor

Good for

active play, nature

Time to allow

Half day

Long forest ziplines in the Mae Ton Luang area.

Minimum age is reported as 10 in the source guide.

Let Grow Play Park

Last reviewed: 11 November 2026

Right age?

3–10 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

Check with venue

What part of Chiang Mai?

Nong Hoi, Tha Sala & Nearby

Pa Daet East

Is it open?

09:30–18:00, closed Tuesdays; occasional other closures

OK in rain?

Not recommended in rain

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Setting

outdoor

Good for

active play

Time to allow

2–4 hours

Outdoor kids play space with a pump track, bikes and scooters, playground equipment and pizza-making

Bring a scooter or bike for the track.

Phoenix Adventure Park

Last reviewed: 13 November 2026

Right age?

8–16 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

Zipline from ฿680 (10 platforms, about 30 minutes) to ฿1,400 (24 platforms, about 1 hour), per person

What part of Chiang Mai?

Mae Rim & North

Is it open?

Daily 08:30–16:00

OK in rain?

Not recommended in rain

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Venue website

phoenixadventurepark.com ↗

Price band: ฿฿

Setting

outdoor

Good for

active play, nature

Time to allow

Half day

Ziplines, ropes courses, playground, sheep and café in Mae Rim.

Zipline age and height restrictions vary by course.

Pongyang Jungle Coaster

Last reviewed: 11 November 2026

Right age?

8–17 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

From ฿150 / ride

What part of Chiang Mai?

Mae Rim & North

Is it open?

Daily 08:30–17:00; last entry 16:00

OK in rain?

Not recommended in rain

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Setting

outdoor

Good for

active play, nature

Time to allow

2–4 hours

Jungle coaster and optional zipline packages.

Ride rules depend on whether a child travels alone.

Royal Park Rajapruek

Last reviewed: 13 November 2026

Right age?

3–17 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

Foreigners ฿200 adult, ฿150 child; Thais ฿100 adult, ฿70 child (101–140 cm); 100 cm and under free

What part of Chiang Mai?

Hang Dong & Southwest

Night Safari & Rajapruek

Is it open?

Daily 08:00–18:00

OK in rain?

Outside, will require umbrella

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Venue website

royalparkrajapruek.org ↗

Price band: ฿

Setting

outdoor

Good for

nature, low energy

Time to allow

2–4 hours

Large gardens, renovated playground and botanical attractions. 2026 flora festival unannounced.

Good for a longer outdoor stroll.

Sky Hawk Zipline

Last reviewed: 11 November 2026

Right age?

5–17 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

From ฿1,800

What part of Chiang Mai?

East & Northeast

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Not recommended in rain

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Price band: ฿฿฿

Setting

outdoor

Good for

active play, nature

Time to allow

Half day

Forest zipline course and adventure packages in Thep Sadet.

Minimum height requirements apply.

Skyline Jungle Luge

Last reviewed: 13 November 2026

Right age?

4–17 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

Luge from ฿370 per kart per round; zipline packages from ฿1,900

What part of Chiang Mai?

East & Northeast

Is it open?

Daily 08:00–17:00

OK in rain?

Not recommended in rain

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Venue website

skylinejungleluge.com ↗

Price band: ฿฿

Setting

outdoor

Good for

active play, nature

Time to allow

Half day

Long zipline courses, jungle luge and a giant swing.

Check age restrictions for driving the luge independently.

Ang Ka Nature Trail

Last reviewed: 11 November 2026

Right age?

4–17 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

Park admission

What part of Chiang Mai?

Doi Inthanon National Park

Doi Inthanon & Chom Thong

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Not recommended in rain

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Setting

outdoor

Good for

nature, low energy

Time to allow

under 1 hour

Short cloud-forest boardwalk near the summit of Doi Inthanon.

Mountain temperatures can be cool.

Baan Suan Café

Last reviewed: 11 November 2026

Right age?

2–10 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

Food purchase

What part of Chiang Mai?

Airport & South-West

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Light rain OK (umbrella needed)

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Setting

outdoor

Good for

nature, family meal, toddlers

Time to allow

1–2 hours

Creekside café with space for splashing and exploring.

Bring spare clothes and shoes.

Beaver Club

Last reviewed: 11 November 2026

Right age?

4–13 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

From ฿180

What part of Chiang Mai?

Hang Dong & Southwest

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Not recommended in rain

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Price band: ฿

Setting

outdoor

Good for

active play, family meal

Time to allow

Half day

Family play area with pool, playground, farm and holiday activities.

Ask about weekend opening and camps.

Bua Thong Sticky Waterfall

Last reviewed: 11 November 2026

Right age?

6–17 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

Free

What part of Chiang Mai?

Mae Rim & North

Mae Taeng

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Not recommended in rain

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Price band: Free

Setting

outdoor

Good for

nature, active play

Time to allow

2–4 hours

Climb grippy limestone cascades in the Mae Taeng region.

Bring water-friendly shoes and supervise young children.

Chada Café & Restaurant

Last reviewed: 11 November 2026

Right age?

2–8 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

Food purchase

What part of Chiang Mai?

Airport & South-West

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Light rain OK (umbrella needed)

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Setting

outdoor

Good for

family meal, toddlers

Time to allow

1–2 hours

Garden dining with animal feeding and sandy playground.

Particularly suitable for younger children.

Chamcha @ Doi Kham

Last reviewed: 11 November 2026

Right age?

3–12 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

Food purchase

What part of Chiang Mai?

Airport & South-West

Mae Hia & Doi Kham

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Light rain OK (umbrella needed)

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Setting

outdoor

Good for

family meal, nature

Time to allow

2–4 hours

Garden restaurant with play equipment, fish feeding and horse rides.

Allow extra time during busy periods.

Daddy Lion

Last reviewed: 11 November 2026

Right age?

3–10 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

Food purchase

What part of Chiang Mai?

Nong Hoi, Tha Sala & Nearby

Saraphi & Wiang Kum Kam

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Light rain OK (umbrella needed)

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Setting

outdoor

Good for

active play, family meal

Time to allow

2–4 hours

Family restaurant with lawns, playground and wading pool.

Bring swimwear for water play.

Din Cafe

Last reviewed: 11 November 2026

Right age?

2–8 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

Food purchase

What part of Chiang Mai?

Hang Dong & Southwest

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Light rain OK (umbrella needed)

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Setting

outdoor

Good for

family meal, toddlers

Time to allow

1–2 hours

Lanna-inspired café with pond, swings and play areas.

Best for a relaxed café visit.

Elefin Farm & Cafe

Last reviewed: 11 November 2026

Right age?

3–17 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

Food + animal feed

What part of Chiang Mai?

Hills to CM West

Samoeng road & Ban Pong

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Light rain OK (umbrella needed)

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Setting

outdoor

Good for

nature, family meal

Time to allow

1–2 hours

Hillside café with views and opportunities to feed elephants.

Consider it as part of a Ban Pong excursion.

Elephant Nature Park

Last reviewed: 13 November 2026

Right age?

4–17 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

From ฿2,500 / adult

What part of Chiang Mai?

Mae Rim & North

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Light rain OK (umbrella needed)

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Venue website

elephantnaturepark.org ↗

Setting

outdoor

Good for

nature

Time to allow

Half day

Observation-focused elephant sanctuary experiences.

Book ahead; location is farther north than central Mae Rim.

Ginger Farm

Last reviewed: 13 November 2026

Right age?

3–12 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

Food + workshops

What part of Chiang Mai?

Nong Hoi, Tha Sala & Nearby

Saraphi & Wiang Kum Kam

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Light rain OK (umbrella needed)

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Venue website

gingerfarmkitchen.com ↗

Setting

outdoor

Good for

family meal, nature, creative play

Time to allow

2–4 hours

Organic farm restaurant with animals, play areas and crafts.

Ask about available workshops.

Hang Dong Mini Golf

Last reviewed: 13 November 2026

Right age?

6–17 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

Check with venue

What part of Chiang Mai?

Hang Dong & Southwest

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Not recommended in rain

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Venue website

hangdongminigolf.com ↗

Setting

outdoor

Good for

active play

Time to allow

1–2 hours

Shaded miniature golf course with splash and sand play areas.

Check closing days before going.

Hidden Village

Last reviewed: 11 November 2026

Right age?

3–10 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

From ฿200

What part of Chiang Mai?

Chang Phueak & North City

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Light rain OK (umbrella needed)

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Price band: ฿

Setting

outdoor

Good for

active play

Time to allow

2–4 hours

Dinosaur displays, playground and small animal areas.

Dinosaur ride especially appeals to younger children.

Huay Tung Tao Reservoir

Last reviewed: 11 November 2026

Right age?

4–17 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

From ฿50

What part of Chiang Mai?

Mae Rim & North

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Light rain OK (umbrella needed)

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Price band: ฿

Setting

outdoor

Good for

nature, family meal, low energy

Time to allow

2–4 hours

Easy lakeside walking and raft restaurants beneath the mountains.

Limited shade around the reservoir.

Kaffekeen

Last reviewed: 11 November 2026

Right age?

2–8 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

Food purchase

What part of Chiang Mai?

Airport & South-West

Mae Hia & Doi Kham

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Light rain OK (umbrella needed)

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Setting

outdoor

Good for

family meal, toddlers

Time to allow

1–2 hours

Japanese-inspired garden café with a playhouse, swings and toys.

Better for younger children.

Kew Mae Pan Nature Trail

Last reviewed: 11 November 2026

Right age?

8–17 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

Park admission + guide

What part of Chiang Mai?

Doi Inthanon National Park

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Not recommended in rain

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Setting

outdoor

Good for

nature

Time to allow

2–4 hours

A scenic ridge loop through mountain grassland and forest.

Seasonal trail; a local guide is required.

Lenmaii Playground & Café

Last reviewed: 11 November 2026

Right age?

3–9 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

From ฿250

What part of Chiang Mai?

East & Northeast

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Not recommended in rain

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Price band: ฿

Setting

outdoor

Good for

active play, family meal

Time to allow

1–2 hours

Pirate-ship playground, animal feeding and café.

Younger-child oriented.

Living The Dream Café

Last reviewed: 11 November 2026

Right age?

1–7 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

Food purchase

What part of Chiang Mai?

Chang Phueak & North City

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Light rain OK (umbrella needed)

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Setting

outdoor

Good for

family meal, toddlers

Time to allow

1–2 hours

Brunch café with sand play, trampoline and lawn.

Primarily suited to younger children.

LONLO Family Community

Last reviewed: 11 November 2026

Right age?

3–12 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

Food purchase

What part of Chiang Mai?

Hang Dong & Southwest

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Not recommended in rain

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Setting

outdoor

Good for

nature, creative play

Time to allow

2–4 hours

Natural forest-school style playground and creative workshops.

Ask about holiday activities.

Mae Kampong Waterfall

Last reviewed: 11 November 2026

Right age?

5–17 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

Community fee

What part of Chiang Mai?

East & Northeast

Mae Kampong

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Not recommended in rain

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Setting

outdoor

Good for

nature

Time to allow

Half day

Waterfall trail and village walk near Mae Kampong.

Combine with a village visit and tea break.

Mae Sa Waterfall

Last reviewed: 11 November 2026

Right age?

6–17 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

Park admission

What part of Chiang Mai?

Mae Rim & North

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Not recommended in rain

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Setting

outdoor

Good for

nature

Time to allow

2–4 hours

Waterfall trail with multiple tiers and natural pools.

Upper tiers involve steeper paths.

Monk’s Trail to Wat Pha Lat

Last reviewed: 11 November 2026

Right age?

6–17 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

Free

What part of Chiang Mai?

Nimman & West

Suthep & CMU

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Not recommended in rain

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Price band: Free

Setting

outdoor

Good for

nature, active play

Time to allow

2–4 hours

A short hillside hike from the CMU area to Wat Pha Lat.

The path can be slippery after rain.

Nic’s Restaurant & Playground

Last reviewed: 11 November 2026

Right age?

4–12 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

Food purchase

What part of Chiang Mai?

Hang Dong & Southwest

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Light rain OK (umbrella needed)

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Setting

outdoor

Good for

active play, family meal

Time to allow

2–4 hours

Large bamboo pirate ship, slides, trampoline, sandpit and family dining.

Steep ladders and high platforms suit confident older children.

Ob Khan Nature Trail

Last reviewed: 11 November 2026

Right age?

6–17 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

Park admission

What part of Chiang Mai?

Hills to CM West

Hang Dong hills & Ob Khan

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Not recommended in rain

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Setting

outdoor

Good for

nature

Time to allow

2–4 hours

Riverside walking route in the Ob Khan area.

Seasonal closures or smoke can affect visits.

Pha Dok Siew Trail

Last reviewed: 11 November 2026

Right age?

7–17 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

Park admission + guide

What part of Chiang Mai?

Doi Inthanon National Park

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Not recommended in rain

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Setting

outdoor

Good for

nature

Time to allow

2–4 hours

Waterfall, rice terrace and coffee-village nature trail.

The PDF reported temporary closure; confirm reopening.

Take a Walk

Last reviewed: 11 November 2026

Right age?

5–12 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

Food purchase

What part of Chiang Mai?

East & Northeast

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Light rain OK (umbrella needed)

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Setting

outdoor

Good for

nature, family meal

Time to allow

1–2 hours

Forest café with suspension bridge, treehouses and stream.

High structures need supervision.

Wild Heart Chiang Mai

Last reviewed: 11 November 2026

Right age?

2–10 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

Food purchase

What part of Chiang Mai?

East & Northeast

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Light rain OK (umbrella needed)

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Setting

outdoor

Good for

active play, family meal, toddlers

Time to allow

2–4 hours

Family café with splash stream, play hills, slides and sandpits.

Consider bringing a change of clothes.

YuuBaan Studio

Last reviewed: 11 November 2026

Right age?

2–10 years (suggested)

What does it cost?

Check with venue

What part of Chiang Mai?

Hills to CM West

Hang Dong hills & Ob Khan

Is it open?

Check with venue

OK in rain?

Light rain OK (umbrella needed)

OK in haze?

Not recommended

Setting

outdoor

Good for

active play, nature, toddlers

Time to allow

2–4 hours

Nature playground with trampolines, sand and small water play.

Check opening days.