Experience the magic of a full day in the mountains of Chiang Mai. This full-day elephant tour features an elephant cooking class, river hike, Mahout elephant bathing, observing the elephants swimming, and Mahout elephant feeding experience. Finish the day by taking a swim at the Mae Wang waterfall.
About this activity
Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Tour Pick Up at 08:15 AM – 08:45 AM
Duration 8 hours
You may check online for availability or contact us
Live tour guide
English, Thai
Complimentary Pickup included
The driver will exit the vehicle and look for the guest at the reception. Free pickup is included from any location within Chiang Mai City.
Highlights
- Complimentary round-trip A/C transportation from Chiang Mai City
- Our guest reviews rave about our elephant sanctuary and English-speaking guides.
- Unforgettable Mahout Elephant Experience. 100% ethical and complies with internationally accepted animal welfare protection policies.
- Mahout Hike, swim, and bathe with the elephants.
- Witness the Mahout feeding these majestic creatures.
Tour Highlights
Embark on a full-day elephant tour in Chiang Mai, an enriching journey with these majestic creatures amidst breathtaking natural settings with complimentary transfers. The top-rated, highly reviewed elephant sanctuary in Chiang Mai is proud to present our newest elephant sanctuary, officially opening on November 1st, 2024, now accepting reservations. Educational and entertaining. Meet authenticate tribe members who care for the elephants! English-speaking guides, low ratio of guests per elephant. –
Delve into elephant care by preparing their meals and dressing in traditional Karen attire, a unique cultural immersion that’s fun and informative. – Experience the tranquil charm of an elephant river hike, marvel at their natural behavior in a picturesque setting, and explore an untouched waterfall nestled in the jungle.
“Welcome To The Jungle.” Elephant Retreat Sanctuary is located in the northern mountains of Chiang Mai. Take a journey into what many call the Jurassic Park of Thailand.- From enjoying an authentic Thai lunch amidst elephants to watching the Mahouts bathing with them and capturing these moments in free downloadable photos, it’s a day packed with unforgettable experiences.
Includes
- Complimentary air-conditioned transport from Chiang Mai City
- Elephant Jungle Hike
- Prepare The Elephant’s Feast
- Mahout Feeding Experience
- Authenticate Thai Lunch in The Mountains
- Prepare vitamin balls and supplements
- Elephant River Hike
- Mahout River Experience
- Observe the elephants swimming
- Mae Wang Waterfall experience
NOT INCLUDED
- Gratuities
- Towels
- Shoes
- Hat
- Sun Glasses
- Sun Screen
- Bug Repellant
- Umbrella
Not suitable for
- Children under one year
- Wheelchair users
- Visually impaired people
Important information
What to bring
- Sun hat
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent
Not allowed
- Pets
- Flash photography
- Riding the animals
- Physical interaction with the elephants
Tour Overview
Journey with us through our version of Jurassic Park with our incredible majestic creature. This is an awe-inspiring day, an experience you will never forget. Some guests say it’s the best tour experience in Thailand.
Elephant Retreat Full Day Program
- Roundtrip Transportation From Chiang Mai City
- Mahout Education
- Elephant Food Preparation Class
- Prepare The Elephants Food
- Lunch in Beautiful Surrounding
- Mahout Feeding Session
- Elephant River Hike
- Mahout Elephant River Bathing
- Mae Wang Waterfall Experience
- Free Tour Pics and Vids
We will take a leisurely drive to the sanctuary, which takes approximately one hour. Unlike many elephant sanctuaries, we provide roundtrip door-to-door transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle. We will pick you up from any address within Chiang Mai City.
ease remember, we go at their pace, not ours. Feel what it must be like to simply roam with a small herd of elephants. This is an entirely natural event, the elephants are free to do what they wish.
Looking for a truly authentic Thai experience? You will find it as we offer you an authentic Thai lunch prepared by the Plern Home. You can’t get more local than this. Now sit back and relax, enjoy yourself, and spend time with your newfound friends while having lunch while watching the elephants.
Our guests will prepare servings of supplements and vitamins for the elephants. The guide will explain details about elephant health, diet, and the benefit of each of the added ingredients. Mahouts will join in this activity when possible, so visitors get to know the elephant that they’re “cooking” for and the mahout who cares for her.
Now it’s time to witness the Mahouts feeding the elephants the supplements and vitamins you prepared. Learn why we feed the elephants the supplements and vitamins daily. It is a fantastic experience to watch the Mahouts feed these gentle giants.
Hiking to the river through our mountainside elephant park is very peaceful. The scenery is beautiful, and the river’s water flows endlessly. Hiking with the elephants in such a majestic area adds to the fun.
Most guests don’t realize how much elephants love water. Watch as the elephants gladly take to the river. Elephants love to submerge themselves completely in water, splash around, and use their trunks to spray water on one another. Observe the Mahouts, bathe, and swim with these majestic creatures. This opportunity will likely be a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Let’s take a beautiful hike to the waterfall in Thai style. The journey will take about fifteen minutes, and parts of the hike will cut deep into the forest. Once we arrive, we will hike for five minutes down to the waterfall.
It’s been a long day, but great fun. Time to say farewell to all your new friends. The journey back to Chiang Mai should take about one hour. Sit back, relax, and leave the driving to us.
