7 Experiences 7 areas of Western Forest (2)

Mae Wong Whitewater Rafting

• Location          : National Park Mae Wong Section 4 (Mae Rae Wa), Mae Wong National Park, Mae Wong District, Nakhon Sawan and Klong Lan District, Kampaeng Phet
• Destination     : 40 Km. on high way No.1072 Lad Yao-Mae Wong
• Specific Data   : Start point National Park Mae Wong Section 4 (Mae Rae Wa), Mae Wong District, Nakhon Sawan about 2-3 hours/2nd-3rd level of difficulty.
• Service cost    : 2,000-3,000 Baht/ 1 Boat / 6-8 persons. (Program starts at Kamphaeng Phet) / able to raft both kayak and rubber boat. (10 days booking advance is reasonable)
• Traveling season : September-October
• Extra activity and attractions : Klong Lan Waterfall (Unseen Thailand), Klong Lan Trailbal Development Office, Natural study trekking routes, Camping, Mountain Bike.

7 Experiences 7 areas of Western Forest (1)

Koh Roi Whitewater Rafting

• Location          : Klong Lan National Park, Klong Lan District, Kampaeng Phet
• Destination     : 40 Km. on high way No.1116 Nakorn Chum-Pong Nam Ron
• Specific Data   : Whitewater Rafting take 2-3hours/2nd-3rd level of difficulty (Program starts at Kamphaeng Phet)/ able to raft both kayak and rubber boat.
• Service cost    : 3,000-3,500 Baht/ 1 Boat / 6-8 persons. (Booking in advance is reasonable.)
• Traveling season : September-October
• Extra activity and attractions : Klong Lan Waterfall (Unseen Thailand), Klong Lan Trailbal Development Office, Natural study trekking routes, Camping, Mountain Bike.

์ื Name of Operator and Contacts of Luang Nam Wah

Name of Operators

• Mae Jarim District Office (Bamboo raft)

        Tel : 0-5476-9050

• Nan Pang Chang

        Tel : 0-5478=1316, 0-1724-0579  Fax : 0-5478-1212
        E-mail : nanpangchang2004@hotmail.com

• Nan Touring

        Tel : 0-5475-1122, 0-1961-7711  Fax : 0-5475-1199
        www.nantouring.com
        E-mail : nantouring@hotmail.com

• Nam Wah Tour

        Tel : 0-6183-7337

• Muan Muan Tour

        Tel : 0-5477-3598, 0-9755-5820  Fax : 0-5477-3598

• River Raft

        Tel : 0-5471-0940, 0-9835-1506  Fax : 0-5471-0940
        www.nanriverraft.com
        E-mail : raftnan@mthai.com

• Askimoroll

        Tel : 0-5475-7252, 0-1985-0062  Fax : 0-5475-7252
        www.kayakraft.com
        E-mail : jew@kayakraft.com

• Jaeng and Jay Tour

        Tel : 0-5476-9026, 0-1765-4194 (only the lower section of nam Wah)
        Fax : 0-5476-9026

• Mae Jarim National Park

        Tel : 0-5477-9402, 0-1716-2501 (only the lower section of nam Wah)

• Doi Phu Kha National Park

        Providing the accommodation Service and travel information of the national park.
        Tel/Fax : 0-5470-1000
      
 

Middle stream Luang Nam Wah

         This challenge trip takes 3 days 2 nights for experience rafter. Strong eddies and powerful currents in Nam Wah, Center area is difficulty from level 1-5 with over 100 points. Along the way about 80 Km. is in the deep forest  of Doi phu Kha, Khun Nan and Mae Jarim National Park al so small waterfalls along the way. Moreover you can do trekking and sight seeing to the most beautiful waterfall in Nan.
        The starting point is at Ban Sob Mang, Bo Klua and finish at Ban Nong Deag, Mae Jarim.

Lower stream Luang Nam Wah

         Kang Luang situated on Mae Jarim-Nam Muab Road, 16 Km. Out from Mae Jarim Town. Located in Mae Jarim National Park Ban Sai Moon Moo5, Nam Pai. Klong Luang is a 3 meters deep whitewater rafting. In the hot season the water is very clear. You can enjoy both whitewater rafting and bamboo rafting in 1st to 3rd level in the whole year.

• Bamboo Rafting

        The beginning point is about 10 Km. from Mae Jarim Town in Ban Nam Wah Moo 5, T.Nam Pang (only 48 Km. from Nan). The raft take 4 Km. to reach Ban Nam Po, Then continue more 4 Km. to Ban Sai Moon Moo 5, so this trip takes 4 hours to reach Mae Jarim National Park. There you can find facilities like accommodations : rooms and tents area near by Mae Jarim River with a good atmosphere and beautiful picturesque.

• Down stream Nam Wah Whitewater Rafting

        The beginning point is at Mae Jarim National Park, then raft along the way to Ban Had Rai Wieng Sa. In this distance you will pass the exiting point at Kang Dan Sai and Kang Luang. Also see the variety of bountiful forest.
        You can do whitewater eafting all year long and elephant riding as well.

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Whitewater Rafting Preparation

• Wear outfit and footwear that can swim in comfortably. Lightweight and easily dried shorts and t-shirt are fine. Strap sandals or old shoes are a must to protect feet from rocks.
• Watertight containers are recommended for personal belonging such as eyeglasses, camera, wallet, medication etc.
• For expeditions that required overnight stay, food, beverage, tent and sleeping gear are provided by operators.
• Two mandatory piece of equipment are life-jacket and helmet will be provided by operators.

Rescue Tips

         Safety is the most priority, everything pertaining to rafting is based on the principle. The Operators and guides have been well-trained in rapid water rescue, first aid and etc. this training covers the communication with tourists, continuous monitoring the speed of the current.

• To find yourself throw into turbulent water is quite a disorientating experience for most people. The first thing is so relax. The more you thrash about, the more energy and breath you will waste.
• It is extremely important that you do not try to stand up while in turbulent water. You should keep your feet off the riverbed to avoid getting a foot trapped in between or under rocks.
• The best way to survive a swim in whitewater is to float on your back with your feet downstream in front of you. Your head, butt and feet should be held high so that you can see your toes. This position allows you to see where you are going and look out for hazard and safe zones. With your feet in front, you can fend off rocks using the legs as a shock absorber.
• While in the position, try to look for calm pools and eddies which may offer a safe exit from the rapid. The primary goals should be the protect yourself, to get enough air and to aggressively swim to safety when an opportunity arises.
• When get caught in the strong backwash current of a waterfall, try to relax, take breath and swim sideways remember that waterfalls contain a powerful downcurrent that can be followed and use to push under the backwash and out. In such a situation, be prepared to make many attempts at self rescue. Whatever you do, don't give up.