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The 15 Best Sticky Waterfall Tours from Chiang Mai

25 tours  ·  from $19

Bua Thong is the waterfall you climb rather than look at, and the falls themselves are free. What you are paying for in these 15 is the hour of driving each way, and what else the day picks up: the Chiang Dao cave, a hot spring or an elephant morning.

Chiang Mai: Elephant Sanctuary, Long Neck & Sticky Waterfall - Preparing herbal treats for the elephants
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Chiang Mai: Elephant Sanctuary, Long Neck & Sticky Waterfall

1.Elephant Sanctuary, Long Neck & Sticky Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,262 reviews · 9 hours · from $63Our pick

You’ll visit a private elephant sanctuary, make herbal treats, feed and bathe elephants, stop at a Karen long-neck village, enjoy Thai lunch, then climb Buatong Sticky Waterfall. English-speaking guides such as Fluke, Amy, and Pong are known for clear explanations and helpful photos.

“We enjoyed our daytrip very much. The guide, Tiger (Satya) and the driver were amazing. It was such a beautiful experience. Can definitely recommend.”

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Chiang Mai: Sticky Waterfall & Angel Waterfall Park Day Tour - Angel Waterfall Park: a polished start to the day
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Chiang Mai: Sticky Waterfall & Angel Waterfall Park Day Tour

2.Sticky Waterfall & Angel Waterfall Park Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,371 reviews · 6 - 8 hours · from $41

Travel from Chiang Mai to Dan Tewada Land of Angels and Bua Thong Sticky Waterfall in 6 to 8 hours. Expect a photo-filled garden, cool pools, a climbable waterfall, hotel transfers, bottled water, and guides such as Avi, Nine, Lily, or Amy.

“Avi was amazinggg! Super entertaining, funny, and helpful! Felt very taken care of throughout the trip and it was an enjoyable trip! Would definitely recommend!”

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Chiang Mai: Bua Thong Sticky Waterfall & Huge Cave & Buffet - Bua Tong Cave and its 245-step climb
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Chiang Mai: Bua Thong Sticky Waterfall & Huge Cave & Buffet

3.Bua Thong Sticky Waterfall & Huge Cave & Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,049 reviews · from $30

You’ll climb the naturally grippy limestone of Bua Tong Sticky Waterfall, visit the large Bua Tong Cave and hike to Nam Phu Chet Si, the seven-color fountain. Guides such as Kim, Tono, and John help with tricky steps, explain local stories, and take photos. Lunch, drinks, transport, and hotel pickup are included.

“We loved it. The guide was very nice and supportive. He took our phones at the waterfalls and took pictures. We loved it”

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Chiang Mai Half Day Tour: Sticky Waterfall & Hotel Transfer - The drive from Chiang Mai to Bua Tong
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Chiang Mai Half Day Tour: Sticky Waterfall & Hotel Transfer

4.Chiang Mai Half Day Tour: Sticky Waterfall & Hotel Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 611 reviews · 4h 30m

Ride from Chiang Mai to Bua Tong Sticky Waterfalls with an English-speaking driver, then explore independently for about two hours. Climb grippy limestone beside cascading water, visit the clear spring if time allows, and return by air-conditioned vehicle or shared transfer.

“Great experience. Highly recommend. Everything was exactly as written here.”

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Chiang Mai: Dantewada Land of Angels & Sticky Waterfall Tour - Dantewada Land of Angels is a photo stop with a different mood
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Chiang Mai: Dantewada Land of Angels & Sticky Waterfall Tour

5.Dantewada Land of Angels & Sticky Waterfall Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 278 reviews · 5 hours · from $54

Visit Dantewada Land of Angels with guides such as Kiki and Chris, then climb the limestone at Bua Thong Sticky Waterfall. This five-hour small-group trip includes hotel pickup, entry tickets, water, an English-speaking guide, and helpful photo stops.

“The tour was wonderful! Both Mr Chris and Kiki were amazing and so thoughtful the entire trip. They took photos was really knowlegable about the two sites as well. Climbing up the waterfall was a lot of fun too!”

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Chiang Mai: Elephants, Sticky Waterfalls, Market and Temple - Talat Chedi Mae Krua: a quick look at rural food
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Chiang Mai: Elephants, Sticky Waterfalls, Market and Temple

6.Elephants, Sticky Waterfalls, Market and Temple

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 227 reviews · 450 - 510 minutes · from $70

Leave Chiang Mai around 10:45 am with an English-speaking guide such as Blue, Non, James, or Tu. Visit a rural market, climb Bua Thong Sticky Waterfalls, see colorful Wat Ban Den, eat a local lunch, and feed, bathe, and walk with elephants in a small group of up to nine.

“What a wonderful day! This was our highlight of Chiang Mai! Definitely recommend.”

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Chiang Mai: Sticky Waterfall Half-Day Tour & Hotel Transfers - Leaving Chiang Mai by songthaew
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Chiang Mai: Sticky Waterfall Half-Day Tour & Hotel Transfers

7.Sticky Waterfall Half-Day Tour & Hotel Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 172 reviews · 4 hours · from $30

Travel from central Chiang Mai by songthaew or car to Bua Thong Sticky Waterfall in Si Lanna National Park. You get about two hours to climb the limestone cascades, swim, or rest by the spring. No guide is included, so you set your own pace. Morning departures are best for cooler weather and fewer people.

“transport was private and the driver was happy to leave early when we finished. we got there just after it opened so we had it to ourselves! was amazing”

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4 in 1 Elephants Long Neck Rafting and Sticky Waterfall Tour - Visiting the Karen Long Neck Village
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4 in 1 Elephants Long Neck Rafting and Sticky Waterfall Tour

8.4 in 1 Elephants Long Neck Rafting and Sticky Waterfall Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 126 reviews · from $88Top rated

Spend about 10 hours with guides such as Yoong and Mr. K exploring Chiang Mai’s Sticky Waterfall, feeding and bathing elephants at an ethical sanctuary, visiting a Karen Long Neck Village, and choosing white-water or bamboo rafting. Lunch, transport, water, fees, and local insurance are included.

“This was easily the best tour I have taken in more than 10 years travelling through South East Asia. Absolutely fantastic guide (Mr K), a small group and really fun activities. The elephant sanctuary was great and the elephants treated very well. The rafting was a blast, as was the Sticky Waterfall. I would highly recommend this tour, especially with Mr. K. 🙂”

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Visit Dantewada(Angel Land), Blue Temple, and Sticky Waterfall - Wat Ban Den, the cultural heart of the route
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Visit Dantewada(Angel Land), Blue Temple, and Sticky Waterfall

9.Visit Dantewada(Angel Land), Blue Temple, and Sticky Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 120 reviews · from $39

Spend 7 to 8 hours visiting Dantewada Angel Land’s flower park, Wat Ban Den’s striking blue temple, and Bua Thong Sticky Waterfall. A guide such as Mongkol or Maddy handles transport, temple context, photos, and waterfall safety in a group of no more than nine.

“This experience was very relaxing at Angle Land and BlueTemple and fun adventure at the Sticky water. Our tour guide, Mongkol was very kind and helpful. We had a great time!”

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Doi Suthep Temple and Bau Thong Waterfalls Private Tour - Climbing Bua Thong Waterfalls at Nam Phu Chet Si
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Doi Suthep Temple and Bau Thong Waterfalls Private Tour

10.Doi Suthep Temple and Bau Thong Waterfalls Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 114 reviews · from $109

Spend 7 to 9 hours with a private guide visiting Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, climbing Bua Thong’s sticky waterfalls, stopping at an orchid and butterfly farm for buffet lunch, and visiting Karen Long Neck Village. Guides such as Yut, Tuk, Puma, Cai, Noom, and Mae have earned praise for friendly service and flexible pacing.

“Our driver was very informative and we learned a lot from him. He was very knowledgeable and went above and beyond our expectations!”

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Chiang Mai: Sticky Waterfall scenic loop unseen lake &temple - Wat Phra That Doi Saket gives you the first wide view
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Chiang Mai: Sticky Waterfall scenic loop unseen lake &temple

11.Sticky Waterfall scenic loop unseen lake &temple

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 94 reviews · 7 hours · from $48

This seven-hour Chiang Mai loop combines Wat Phra That Doi Saket, Mae Kuang Dam, Bua Thong Sticky Waterfall, and Wat Phra That Chom Kitti. Eddie, also known as Ed, often guides with M or Em. Choose a group departure from Three Kings Monument or a private hotel pickup.

“Very motivated guide, he taught us a lot about Thai history, politics and architecture. Took lots of great pictures for us. Thanks to his road knowledge, we gained a new inside on temple architecture and perceive them with new eyes. All in all we head great time with lots of interesting and informative talks. Would recommend!”

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The Original Sticky Waterfalls Tour Chiang Mai Thailand - Annie makes the waterfall safer and more enjoyable
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The Original Sticky Waterfalls Tour Chiang Mai Thailand

12.The Original Sticky Waterfalls Tour Chiang Mai Thailand

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 94 reviews · from $50

Start early from Chiang Mai with guide Annie, then climb the unusual Bua Thong Sticky Waterfalls, visit a sacred spring and spirit house, explore Bua Thong Cave, and eat a fresh Thai lunch. Transfers, water shoes, drinking water, and a waterproof phone pouch are included.

“This is fantastic and so unique. I absolutely loved it. Annie is a great guide and provides some fantastic information on the area. I would absolutely do this again with Annie as the guide.”

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Experience Elephant Sanctuary + Sticky Waterfall - Washing elephants by the river
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Experience Elephant Sanctuary + Sticky Waterfall

13.Experience Elephant Sanctuary + Sticky Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 84 reviews · from $94

Travel from Chiang Mai with a private driver such as Lee, Ming, or Ton to a sanctuary where you help prepare elephant food, feed and bathe rescued animals, and enjoy lunch. Then climb the Sticky Waterfall, with time to swim. Expect about six to eight hours door to door.

“The elephant sanctuary was a real highlight, the elephants well cared for and wandering relatively freely. Feeding and washing the elephants was such an amazing experience. The sticky waterfalls were marvellous. Our guide Lee was great and very knowledgeable. Highly recommend this tour”

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Sticky Waterfall Cycling Tour - Riding with a group of up to eight
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Sticky Waterfall Cycling Tour

14.Sticky Waterfall Cycling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 68 reviews · from $81

Join a group of up to eight for a full day of cycling from Mae Kuang Reservoir to Bua Thong Waterfall. Your bike, transfers, snacks, refreshments, lunch, and support vehicle are included. Guide Lek is praised for clear riding advice, with a cave visit and longtail boat crossing adding variety.

“Really wonderful ride! Lek is amazing on the bike and guided us well throughout the ride. Lots of good direction and riding tips on the hills and rougher terrain. Their driver, Vivi, was also wonderful and followed along in the support vehicle. Read more”

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Elephant Sanctuary, Wat Ban Den & Sticky Waterfall - Wat Ban Den rewards an hour of looking up
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Elephant Sanctuary, Wat Ban Den & Sticky Waterfall

15.Elephant Sanctuary, Wat Ban Den & Sticky Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 66 reviews · from $58

Travel from Chiang Mai with a small group and guide Limmy or Pie to meet rescued elephants at Pang Maidaeng, visit Wat Ban Den, then climb the limestone face of Bua Tong Waterfall. The 9.5-hour tour includes pickup and keeps the day to three contrasting stops.

“My friends and I went on this tour with Limmy and Pai, and they truly made the experience unforgettable! Both speak English very well and were incredibly hospitable from start to finish. The elephant sanctuary was such a magical place — Read more”

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