chiang mai · Thailand
Elephant care Half day tour
Highlights
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Watch elephants play in the mud and sand spa
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Learn about and observe the rescued elephants' behavior
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Prepare food and feed the elephants
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Eat a delicious traditional Thai buffet lunch
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Enjoy a relaxing pickup and drop-off at your accommodation
Your day, at a glance
Tour detailsMeet and feed elephants on this elephant sanctuary tour from Chiang Mai. Watch these majestic creatures up close and learn about them from specialists. Sit down to an authentic Thai lunch and stay hydrated with complimentary water.
Start your journey in the morning with a hotel pickup from Chiang Mai city center. Take the 1-hour ride to the countryside of Mae Tang district.
Get changed into the local clothes and be ready for the fun activities. The experienced guide will provide information about the elephants' behavior and how to provide proper care for them. Then, prepare food and healthy treats for the elephants and feed them afterward.
After that, you and the elephants will walk to play in the mud and sand spa. During this time, you will have a chance to observe their behavior, in beautiful natural surroundings.
After your time with the elephants, change your clothes, shower, and then enjoy a delicious traditional Thai buffet lunch, which is suitable for vegetarians. After lunch, relax on the 1-hour journey back to your hotel in Chiang Mai city center.
What’s included
Included in your experience
- Hotels pick up included.
- Hotels drop off included.
- Lunch Included.
- Snacks included.
- English Speaking Guide included.
- Air Condition Vechnile included.
- Experience operate everyday&quot
Not included
- Dinner Excluded.
- Breakfast Excluded
Activity Information
A sanctuary for retired elephants, free to roam and graze on the surrounding vegetation. Walk, bathe and feed them. Strict no abuse policy.
How to Use
No this is a direct ticket
Where your day begins
Hotel pick up - pick up from your hotel located in city center
Meeting time: 07:00
Open meeting point in Google Maps ↗Pickup arrangements depend on the option you book. Confirm the final instructions in your booking details.
Good to know before you go
Before your visit
- All welcome. 1. Promotes and supports elephant conservation efforts by educational institutions, private individuals, government agencies and organizations in Thailand and in other countries. 2. Procures donations in support of elephant welfare, distributes funds to relevant projects, and informs donors of how their donations are being used. 3. Collaborates with Elephant Sanctuary Asia Foundation.
Cancellation policy
To receive a full refund, travelers may cancel up to 24 hours before the experience start date in the local timezone. No refunds will be given after that time period.
Review the policy attached to your selected option before confirming.A few things you might ask
What is the Elephant Care Half Day Tour?
It is a half-day ethical elephant experience from Chiang Mai where guests learn about rescued elephants, prepare food, feed them, enjoy a mud and sand spa experience, and have a traditional Thai buffet lunch.
How long is the Elephant Care Half Day Tour?
The tour lasts approximately 6 hours, including hotel transfers between Chiang Mai and Mae Tang District.
What activities are included in the Elephant Care Half Day Tour?
Guests change into local clothing, learn about elephant behavior, prepare food, feed the elephants, enjoy a mud and sand spa experience with them, shower afterward, and enjoy a Thai buffet lunch.
Are hotel transfers included?
Yes, hotel pickup and drop-off from Chiang Mai city center are included.
Is lunch included in the tour?
Yes, a traditional Thai buffet lunch is included, with vegetarian-friendly options available.
Is the Elephant Care Half Day Tour suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, the included Thai buffet lunch is suitable for vegetarians.
Where does the Elephant Care Half Day Tour take place?
The experience takes place in Mae Tang District, approximately one hour from Chiang Mai city center.
What should I bring for the Elephant Care Tour?
It is recommended to bring comfortable clothing, a change of clothes, swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, insect repellent, and suitable footwear for muddy conditions.
Is an English-speaking guide included?
Yes, an English-speaking guide accompanies the experience and explains elephant behavior and proper care.
What is excluded from the Elephant Care Half Day Tour?
Breakfast, dinner, and personal expenses are not included in the tour price.
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