Wild Elephants Encounters – Ride, Swim & Rafting – Mae Hong Son Loop 1864 Curves

The Mae Hong Son Loop — Plus the Experiences That Make It Unforgettable The iconic Mae Hong Son Loop is one of Thailand’s most legendary motorcycle journeys, winding through the mountainous north with its famous 1,864 curves. But this tour doesn’t stop at the road. We’ve layered in two experiences that go well beyond what any standard motorcycle tour offers: white-water rafting on a wild jungle river and an intimate morning swim alongside elephants in their natural habitat. The route itself is a masterpiece — sweeping bends, hairpin turns, and dramatic elevation changes connecting Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son province through mist-shrouded mountains, lush valleys, terraced rice fields, and authentic hill tribe villages. You’ll ride through Pai’s bohemian charm, pause at ancient caves, stand at Thailand’s highest peak, and sleep under jungle canopy at an elephant village. By the time you’re back on that final 60 km stretch to Chiang Mai, the loop will have given you everything: the curves, the culture, the creatures, and the kind of stories no one back home is going to believe. Big Bike Touring Co’s 5-Day 6-Night Motorcycle Tour from Chiang Mai This isn’t the Mae Hong Son Loop — it’s the Mae Hong Son Loop unlocked. We’ve taken one of Thailand’s great motorcycle routes and added the two experiences that riders tell us they wished were on the itinerary: rafting and elephants. Now they are. As Official BMW Motorrad Partner in Thailand, we back this adventure with top-maintained bikes, experienced TAT-licensed guides, a full chase vehicle, and the same obsessive attention to detail that’s been earning five-star reviews for 25 years. Big Bike Touring Co’s Special Perks for Riders Every rider on this tour starts with a complimentary hotel night on arrival in Chiang Mai — no rushing, no stress, just time to settle in and get ready. At the end of the tour, we send you off properly: pizza and 2 drinks at the Novotel pizzeria, followed by one final complimentary night so you can enjoy Chiang Mai on your own terms. Two included hotel nights, five days of riding, one river, and one elephant encounter. That’s the Wild Elephants Encounters tour. Excited About the Wild Elephants Encounters Tour? Get in Touch! If you’re ready to ride the loop and take it further, we’d love to hear from you. Fill out the form below and our team will get back to you fast with everything you need to get booked and on the road.