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Launch into an unforgettable day with our Elephant Observation & Authentic Thai Cooking Class in Chiang Mai. Begin with hotel transfers and a visit to a lively local market to pick fresh ingredients. Guided by an expert chef, prepare seven Thai dishes, including mango sticky rice, and enjoy your creations. At the sanctuary, immerse yourself in peaceful surroundings as you observe elephants roaming freely, bathing, or playing in the mud. Sip herbal tea while taking in the serene environment. Cool off at a hidden waterfall, then wrap up with a hearty local meal before returning to your hotel. Perfect for families, couples, and groups, this tour blends culture, cuisine, and nature into a truly enriching experience, offering unforgettable moments in the heart of Chiang Mai’s lush landscapes.
Example Menu
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Appetizer
Spring Rolls accompanied by Butterfly Pea Lime Tea as a beverage.
Main
Stir-fried
Pad Thai, Stir-fried chicken with Cashew Nuts, Stir-fried Holy basil with Chicken, Fried fresh rice noodle with chicken
Main
Curry
Green curry with chicken, Pa Naeng curry with chicken, Mus sa man curry with chicken, Khao Soi
Main
Salad
Papaya Salad, Glass noodle spicy salad, Spicy Chicken
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is available for all hotels within Chiang Mai Old City area. Pick up time is between 8.00-8.30 a.m. The tour operator will confirm the exact pick-up time via email. Please don't forget to recheck your email. Please plan to meet the driver in your hotel lobby at least 10 minutes before the scheduled. You may be considered a no-show if you arrive more than 10 minutes late or after the car has moved on from your hotel.
Or, you can also get picked up from anywhere in Chiang Mai Old Town. When you arrive, you will see our easily identifiable meeting point with our welcoming staff. Please proceed to check in, kindly provide your name and booking number.
What to expect
Next, head to the sanctuary, where you’ll change into traditional Karen attire and receive a warm welcome. Participate in learning about their personalities, history, and daily routines from knowledgeable guides. Observe as they roam freely, bathe in the river, and playfully interact with each other, offering a rare glimpse into their lives.
Cool off with a visit to a serene waterfall, perfect for relaxation and photo opportunities. Before the day concludes, craft your own Thai souvenir as a keepsake. Enjoy a hearty local meal before your return trip, leaving with cherished memories of a day filled with discovery, connection, and unforgettable experiences.
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Children’s tickets are available for those aged 4 to 9 years.
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Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Children’s tickets are available for those aged 4 to 9 years.
- Children aged 0-3 years can join free of charge.
- Please bring changing clothes for the activity.
- No prior cooking experience is required. However, the classes are recommended for children above 5 years old.
- We cater to all dietary requirements, food allergies, and intolerances.
- Menu: Drink: Butterfly Pea Lime Juice, Dessert: Mango Sticky Rice Appetizer: Spring Roll Soup: Tom Yum Kung, Tim Kha Gai Stir fried: Pad Thai, Stir Fried Chicken with Cashew Nuts, Stir Fried Holy Basil with Chicken, Fried Fresh Rice Noodle with Chicken Curry: Green Curry with Chicken, Pa Naeng Curry with Chicken, Mussamun Curry with Chicken, Khao Soi Salad: Papaya Salad, Glass Noodle Spicy Salad, Spicy Chicken
- Customers will travel in a 12-seater, air-conditioned van, switching to a roofed 4×4 truck for the last 10 minutes to reach the sanctuary.
- All interactions are conducted under the guidance of our experienced handlers to ensure safety for both the elephants and participants.
- On the rare occasion that we should be required to cancel a tour, we will inform you in advance and offer a different tour date, an alternative tour or provide a full refund.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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