Five-Star Elephant Sanctuary in Chiang Mai
Our Elephant Sanctuary in Chiang Mai offers an immersive experience with these majestic creatures. Join us today for the journey of a lifetime!
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Elephant Retreat: Half Day Afternoon Tour Elephant Sanctuary in Chiang Mai
Elephant Retreat:
Half Day Afternoon Tour
Elephant Sanctuary in Chiang Mai
Highlights
Inclusions
Itinerary
Need to Know
Cancellation Policy
Highlights
- Get ready to embark on a half-day immersive guided tour in Chiang Mai’s Elephant Freedom Project. This is a must do bucket item.
- Experience the tranquility of Northern Thailand’s countryside as you traverse through lush forests, and don traditional Karen clothing Thai style.
- Let the fun begin as you observe the Mahouts bathe and swim with the elephants in the river. Relax with them in a mud spa as you learn about their behavior from your (Mahout) guide.
- Indulge in a traditional Thai lunch and feed the animals herbal medical balls handmade by you! Finish the day at an off the map waterfall, beautiful!
Inclusions
- Half Day tour of Elephant Freedom Project
- Free use of Thai Karen clothes
- English-speaking guide
- Round-trip hotel transfers available (small surcharge)
- Lunch and snacks
- Elephant food
- Drinking water
Itinerary
- 12 PM: Authentic Local Thai Lunch
- 1 PM: Elephant Cooking Class (Prepare Supplements & Vitamins
- 1:45 PM: Elephant River Hike, Observe The Elephants in their Natural Habitat.
- 1:15 pm: Elephant Mahout Bathing & Swimming in the river.
- 2:30 PM: Journey to The Waterfall. Visit an Off The Map Location. Swim, Connect With Nature. Take in The Moment, Lets Make it Last.
- 3:15 PM: Journey Back to The Sanctuary
- 3:30 PM: Time to say goodbye to our New Friends. One Last Visit To See the Mahouts Feed The Elephants Before Departing For Chiang Mai
Need to Know
- Wear shoes which you do not mind getting dirty and wet (while crossing river)
- We discourage the wearing of flip-flops. Open sandals or sneakers are suitable
- Wear sunscreen. You may also wish to pack bug repellent for the hike into the jungle
- You may wish to bring a bathing suit to wear under you Karen Clothes to swim in the waterfall
- Tip: Be patient with the elephants, respect their space, and follow your guide’s instructions. No direct interaction is permitted for the best experience.
- Guests who are pregnant, wheelchair users, or individuals with any other medical conditions are required to inform Elephant Retreat prior to their visit and may be required to sign a waiver form.
- This experience is not accessible for wheelchair users.
Cancellation Policy
- You can cancel your reservation up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
฿2,495 Adults - ฿1,795 Kids
- Free Cancellation
- Instant Confirmation
- Mobile Ticket
- 4 hr.
- English Guided Tour
- Download Brochure
- Four Tour Comparison
Elephant Retreat: 3 in 1 Combo Tour - Elephant Tour, Zipline & Bamboo Rafting, Waterfall
Elephant Retreat:
3 in 1 Combo Tour - Elephant Tour - Zipline & Bamboo Rafting
Hidden Waterfall Experience
Highlights
Inclusions
Itinerary
Need to Know
Cancellation Policy
Highlights
- Get ready to embark on a full-day immersive guided tour in Chiang Mai’s Elephant Retreat. This is a must do bucket item.
- Complimentary transportation pick up between 08:00 AM – 08:30 AM.
- Let the fun begin as you observe the Mahouts bathe and swim with the elephants. Enjoy a River hike, and watch the Mahouts hand-feed these majestic elephants. Enjoy Zipline & bamboo river rafting. Relax with them in a mud spa as you learn about their behavior from your (Mahout) guide.
- Indulge in a traditional Thai lunch and join us for an elephant cooking class to learn how to prepare herbal medical balls. Finish the day at an off the map waterfall, beautiful!
- Experience the tranquility of Northern Thailand’s countryside as you traverse through lush forests, and don traditional Karen clothing Thai style.
Inclusions
- Half Day tour of Elephant Freedom Project
- Zipline through the rainforest.
- Bamboo River Rafting
- Free use of Thai Karen clothes
- English-speaking guide
- Complimentary Round-trip hotel transfers available from Chiang Mai City.
- Lunch and snacks
- Elephant food
- Drinking water
Itinerary
- 08:00 AM Pickup
- 8:45: Arrive and start Bamboo Rafting
- 10:15 Zipline adventure
- 12 PM: Authentic Local Thai Lunch
- 1 PM: Elephant Cooking Class (Prepare Supplements & Vitamins
- 1:45 PM: Elephant River Hike, Observe The elephants in Their Natural Habitat.
- 1:15 pm: Mahout Elephant Bathing & Swimming in the river with the elephants.
- 2:30 PM: Journey to The Waterfall. Visit an Off The Map Location. Swim, Connect With Nature. Take in The Moment, Lets Make it Last.
- 3:15 PM: Journey Back to The Sanctuary
- 3:30 PM: Time to say goodbye to our New Friends. One Last Visit To observe the mahouts Feed The Elephants Before Departing For Chiang Mai
*The above schedule is based on a 08:00 AM pick up. Zipline is changed to 4:15 PM if you select the 9:00 AM pickup.
Need to Know
- Wear shoes which you do not mind getting dirty and wet (while crossing river)
- We discourage the wearing of flip-flops. Open sandals or sneakers are suitable
- Wear sunscreen. You may also wish to pack bug repellent for the hike into the jungle
- You may wish to bring a bathing suit to wear under you Karen Clothes to swim in the waterfall.
- Tip: Be patient with the elephants, respect their space, and follow your guide’s instructions. No direct interaction is permitted with the elephants.
- Guests who are pregnant, wheelchair users, or individuals with any other medical conditions are required to inform Elephant Retreat prior to their visit and may be required to sign a waiver form.
- This experience is not accessible for wheelchair users.
Cancellation Policy
- You can cancel your reservation up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
฿3,995 Adults - ฿2,995 Kids
- Free Cancellation
- Instant Confirmation
- Mobile Ticket
- 9 hr.
- English Guided Tour
- Download Brochure
- Four Tour Comparison
Elephant Retreat: Half Day Morning Tour Elephant Sanctuary in Chiang Mai
Elephant Retreat:
Half Day Morning Tour
Elephant Sanctuary in Chiang Mai
Highlights
Inclusions
Itinerary
Need to Know
Cancellation Policy
Highlights
- This tour is perfect if you don’t want too much hiking or wish not to spend the entire day. Enjoy our half-day tour and spend quality time with our majestic friends.
- Mahout cooking session. Learn how to prepare the elephants feast and observe our Mahouts feeding the elephants.
- Let the fun begin as you hike into the jungle following the elephants. Watch them stop for a mud bath and forage as you learn about their behavior from your guide.
- Indulge in a traditional Thai lunch and have an extended feeding experience. Amazing! You will hand-feed the elephants sugarcane, bananas & leaf products.
Inclusions
- Day tour of Elephant Freedom Project
- Free use of Thai Karen clothes
- English-speaking guide
- Round-trip hotel transfers available (small surcharge)
- Lunch and snacks
- Elephant food
- Drinking water
Itinerary
- 8 AM to 8:30 AM: Pick up (optional, small surcharge)
- 9:45 AM – 10:00 AM: Arrival at the Elephant Freedom Project
- Change into Thai Karen Clothes
- 10:15 – 10:30 AM: Mahout educational session
- 10:30am: Prepare the elephants feast
- 10:45 AM: Observe our Mahouts Hand feed the elephants
- 11:15 AM Elephant jungle hike
- 12 PM: Authenticate Thai Lunch at the sanctuary
Need to Know
- Tip: Be patient with the elephants, respect their space, and follow your guide’s instructions. No touching of the elephant permitted during this program for the best experience.
- Guests who are pregnant, wheelchair users, or individuals with any other medical conditions are required to inform Elephant Freedom Project prior to their visit and may be required to sign a waiver form.
- The experience is not accessible for wheelchair users.
Cancellation Policy
- You can cancel your reservation up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
฿2,195 Adults - ฿1,395 Kids
- Free Cancellation
- Instant Confirmation
- Mobile Ticket
- 4 hr.
- English Guided Tour
- Download Brochure
- Four Tour Comparison
Elephant Retreat:
Full Day Tour
Elephant Sanctuary in Chiang Mai
Elephant Retreat:
Full Day Tour
Elephant Sanctuary in Chiang Mai
Highlights
Inclusions
Itinerary
Need to Know
Cancellation Policy
Highlights
- Get ready to embark on a full-day immersive guided tour in Chiang Mai’s Elephant Retreat. This is a must do bucket list item.
- Experience the tranquility of Northern Thailand’s countryside as you traverse through lush forests, and don traditional Karen clothing Thai style
- Let the fun begin as you observe our Mahouts bathe and swim with these majestic creatures. Witness the elephants engage in a mud spa as you learn about their behavior from your (Mahout) guide.
- Indulge in a traditional Thai lunch and feed the animals herbal medical balls handmade by you! Finish the day at an off the map waterfall, beautiful!
Inclusions
- Day tour of Elephant Freedom Project
- Use of Thai Karen clothes for the day
- English-speaking guide
- Round-trip hotel transfers
- Lunch and snacks
- Elephant food
- Drinking water
Itinerary
- 8 AM to 8:30 AM: Pick up
- 09:45 AM – 10:00 AM: Arrival at the Elephant Freedom Project
- 10:00 AM: Change into Thai Karen Clothes
- 10:15 AM: Educational session about our rescued elephants
- 10:30 AM: Prepare the elephant’s feast
- 10:45 AM Hand feed the elephants
- 11:00 AM: Elephant Jungle hike
- 12 PM: Lunch at the sanctuary
- 1:00 PM: Elephant cooking class
- 1:30 PM: Elephant River hike
- 2:00 PM: Elephant bathing & swimming
- 2:45 PM: Journey to the waterfall
- 3:45 PM: Hand feed the elephants and say your goodbyes
- 4:00 PM: Journey back to Chiang Mai
Need to Know
- Wear shoes which you do not mind getting dirty and wet (while crossing river)
- We discourage the wearing of flip-flops. Open sandals or sneakers are suitable
- Wear sunscreen. You may also wish to pack bug repellent for the hike into the jungle
- You may wish to bring a bathing suit to wear under you Karen Clothes to swim in the river or waterfall
- Tip: Be patient with the elephants, respect their space, and follow your guide’s instructions while interacting for the best experience.
- Guests who are pregnant, wheelchair users, or individuals with any other medical conditions are required to inform Elephant Freedom Project prior to their visit and may be required to sign a waiver form.
- This experience is not accessible for wheelchair users.
Cancellation Policy
- You can cancel your reservation up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
฿3,000 Adults - ฿1,895 Kids
- Free Cancellation
- Instant Confirmation
- Mobile Ticket
- 8 hr.
- English Guided Tour
- Download Brochure
- Four Tour Comparison
Elephant Retreat: Elephant Feeding Experience Elephant Sanctuary in Chiang Mai
Elephant Retreat:
Elephant Feeding Experience
Elephant Sanctuary in Chiang Mai
Highlights
Inclusions
Itinerary
Need to Know
Cancellation Policy
Highlights
- Imagine observing our Mahouts hand-feeding these majestic creatures. Get your camera. This program is Compliant with all International Animal welfare policies. This is a must-do bucket item.
- We start by preparing the elephant’s feast. Get ready to chop up some sugar cane and prepare the bananas. We will teach you how to do this the same way the Mahouts do it.
- Let the fun begin as you take the food you prepared and hand off to your Mahout and observe the Mahout feeding the elephants. If your Mahout says Bon-Bon to the elephants, watch them open wide for their treats.
- While you’re preparing the food our guides will give you the background of our rescued elephants. Our guide will assist in taking photos and videos.
Inclusions
- Elephant Feeding Experience
- English-speaking guide
- Elephant food
- Prepare the elephant’s feast.
- Drinking water, snacks, and coffee
Itinerary
- Three time slots available daily, 9 AM, 10 AM and 3 PM.
- 12 PM: Authentic Local Thai Lunch (option, small surcharge)
- 3 PM – 4 PM: Feeding experience is normally private between these hours.
- The feeding experience duration is one hour.
- Difficulty level is easy.
- This experience is wheelchair accessible.
- Roundtrip Transportation from Chiang Mai available (small surcharge)
Need to Know
- Tip: Be patient with the elephants, respect their space, and follow your guide’s instructions. No touching the elephant during this program for the best experience.
- Guests who are pregnant, wheelchair users, or individuals with any other medical conditions are asked to inform Elephant Retreat prior to their visit and may be required to sign a waiver form.
- This experience is accessible for wheelchair users.
Cancellation Policy
- You can cancel your reservation up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
฿1,225 Adults - ฿875 Kids
- Free Cancellation
- Instant Confirmation
- Mobile Ticket
- 1 hr.
- English Guided Tour
- Download Brochure
- Four Tour Comparison
Zipline In Chiang Mai
Combo Tour - Zipline, Elephant Feeding & Mae Wang Waterfall
Zipline In Chiang Mai
Combo Tour - Zipline, Elephant Feeding & Mae Wang Waterfall
Hidden Waterfall Experience
Highlights
Inclusions
Itinerary
Need to Know
Cancellation Policy
Highlights
- Get ready to embark on a full-day immersive guided tour in Chiang Mai’s Mountains. This is a must-do bucket item.
- Complimentary transportation. Pickup at 08:00 – 08:30 AM.
- Let the fun begin as you Zipline through the rainforest, prepare the elephant’s feast, watch the Mahouts hand-feed the elephants, and top off the day with a visit to the Mae Wang Waterfall. You learn about the elephants behavior from your (Mahout) guide.
- Indulge in a traditional Thai lunch at The sanctuary. Finish the day at an off the map waterfall, beautiful!
- Experience the tranquility of Northern Thailand’s countryside as you traverse through lush forests, and don traditional Karen clothing in Thai style.
Inclusions
- Zipline through the rainforest.
- Elephant Feeding Experience. Hand-feed the elephants.
- Mae Wang Sticky Waterfall
- Free use of Thai Karen clothes
- English-speaking guide
- Round-trip hotel transfers available (small surcharge)
- Lunch and snacks
- Elephant food
- Drinking water
Itinerary
- 08:00 – 08:30 AM Pickup
- 10:00 AM Arrive at Elephant Freedom Project
- 10:15 Prepare the elephants’ feast, & watch the Mahouts hand-feed the elephants
- 11:30 AM: Start your Zipline adventure
- 1:45 PM: Authentic Local Thai Lunch at the Plern Home
- 2:30 PM: Arrive at the Mae Wang Sticky Waterfall.
- 3:30 PM: Depart for Chiang Mai City.
- 4:45 PM: Arrive in Chiang Mai City
Need to Know
- Wear shoes which you do not mind getting dirty and wet (while crossing river)
- We discourage the wearing of flip-flops. Open sandals or sneakers are suitable
- Wear sunscreen. You may also wish to pack bug repellent for the hike into the jungle
- You may wish to bring a bathing suit to wear under you Karen Clothes to swim in the river or waterfall
- Tip: Be patient with the elephants, respect their space, and follow your guide’s instructions while interacting for the best experience.
- Guests who are pregnant, wheelchair users, or individuals with any other medical conditions are required to inform Elephant Freedom Project prior to their visit and may be required to sign a waiver form.
- This experience is not accessible for wheelchair users.
Cancellation Policy
- You can cancel your reservation up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
฿2,995 Adults - ฿2,495 Kids
- Free Cancellation
- Instant Confirmation
- Mobile Ticket
- 8 hr.
- Minimum Two Guests
- Download Brochure
- Four Tour Comparison
Behind the Scenes: Caring for Elephants at our Elephant Sanctuary in Chiang Mai
Certain things in life become a passion. Caring for the elephants is one such passion that started many years ago. When you have time to spend with these majestic creatures, you begin to understand what a travesty it has been that these beautiful creatures were so often subject to abuse. It is enough to break our hearts.
Our elephant sanctuary in Chiang Mai has only one mission: to rescue and save elephants and provide them with the love they desperately need. Visit our elephant sanctuary in Chiang Mai and have the opportunity to bond and interact with one of the most incredible creatures on earth. It is the chance of a lifetime and should be on everyone’s bucket list.
