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Witness an unforgettable elephant observation tour at Elephant Sanctuary Chiang Mai, where you’ll watch these gentle giants roam, forage, and interact in their natural habitat. Start with an educational talk before donning a Karen shirt and observing elephants from a viewing platform. Help prepare a nutritious fruit and vegetable feast, then capture incredible moments as they bathe and socialize. Join a Thai cooking demonstration and brew artisanal coffee using local ingredients. Enjoy a traditional Thai lunch before giving the elephants a farewell treat. Choose between early morning or late morning tours to suit your schedule. Perfect for families, couples, solo travelers, and groups, this ethical experience fosters a deeper connection with elephants while supporting conservation.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is available for all hotels within the Chiang Mai area. Pick up time is between 5.30-6.00 a.m. in the morning session and 10.30-11.00 a.m. in the late morning session. 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 City. 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.
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Upon arrival, change into a traditional Karen shirt and meet expert guides who will introduce you to elephant conservation. Head to the viewing platform to watch elephants roam, graze, and splash in water, learning about their personalities and social bonds. Observe their natural behaviors from a safe distance, gaining insights into their lives without interfering with their routines. Take stunning photos of these majestic creatures in a lush, jungle setting.
6 hours • Admission ticket included
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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children aged 1-3 years can join free of charge.
- Please note that customers can download their experience photos from Facebook.
- Guests who are pregnant are not recommended to join the tour.
- 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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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