Chiang Mai: ATV & Quad Biking Jungle Tour with Pickup

Summary

ATV adventure from Chiang Mai city to wild muddy jungle roads

You’ll meet local guides near Chiang Mai and get geared up for three hours of quad biking across jungle trails and quiet roads. Expect muddy fun, friendly faces, and lunch waiting when you return — plus hotel pickup so you don’t have to worry about getting lost or cleaning your own ride. You might come home dirty but you’ll remember that feeling for a while.

What’s the experience like?

Li handed me a helmet and grinned, “Don’t worry, everyone stalls at least once.” I laughed, but my hands were already sweaty inside the gloves. The base camp outside Chiang Mai felt more like someone’s backyard than an adventure HQ — a couple of dogs lazing in the shade, the faint smell of fried chicken drifting from somewhere (I’d later find out where). Our guide ran through the basics in Thai-accented English, patient with my nervous gear shifting. I probably looked ridiculous on that little practice loop — Li gave me a thumbs up anyway.

The first stretch was easy, winding past rice paddies and a sleepy village where two kids waved at us like we were astronauts. Then came the off-road part — thick red mud splattering up my arms, bamboo brushing my knees. There was this moment where we stopped at a viewpoint; you could hear cicadas buzzing and see mist hanging over the trees. Someone joked about how their shoes would never be clean again (true). The main keyword here is quad biking Chiang Mai — it’s not just about speed, it’s about getting properly messy and seeing bits of countryside you’d never reach otherwise.

I didn’t expect to feel so tired after just 40 kilometers, but there’s something about gripping those handlebars for dear life that wears you out. Back at camp, lunch was simple: fried chicken, rice, salad. Maybe it was just hunger or maybe food tastes better when you’re still half-covered in dust. We swapped stories over cold water before piling back into the minivan for Chiang Mai city. My arms were sore but I couldn’t stop grinning — I still think about that view from the ridge sometimes, even if my shoes are ruined for good.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — ATV adventure and lunch in Chiang Mai

• Pickup from Chiang Mai hotel
• Drive 1.5 hours to ATV base camp
• Receive safety orientation and gear up
• Explore 40 km on and off-road trails
• Stop at scenic rest spots for water
• Return to camp and enjoy lunch
• Drive back to Chiang Mai city

Top questions

How long is the ATV tour from Chiang Mai?

The quad biking tour lasts around 3 hours and covers roughly 40 km.

Is hotel pickup included in the Chiang Mai ATV trip?

Yes, free pickup from hotels in Chiang Mai city district is included.

What do I need to bring for the ATV adventure?

Bring a second set of dry clothes for after riding and a copy or photo of your passport for registration.

Is lunch provided on this quad biking tour?

Yes, lunch is included after your ride at the base camp.

Are beginners welcome on this ATV tour?

Yes, it’s suitable for beginners to intermediate drivers with training provided before heading out.

What should I wear for quad biking in Chiang Mai?

Dress appropriately for weather and mud; protective clothing and helmets are provided.

Can children drive their own ATV on this tour?

If under 15s want to drive they must pay full adult price and show safe driving ability.

What’s included

Your day includes free hotel pickup in Chiang Mai city by air-conditioned minivan, all protective gear like helmet and gloves, bottled water during rest stops along the route, and a simple local lunch with coffee or tea before heading back to town.