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Elephant adventures in Thailand often take place at conservation reserves near Chiang Mai , where elephants frequently live after they are rescued from harmful environments. Trips often include traveling around the region like you would on a safari, learning about different varieties of elephants and exploring the surrounding terrain. 

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One Week in Thailand: Kayaking and Hilltribes (3 destinations)

• Coach / Bus
• Sightseeing

Treasures of Thailand

• €150 deposit on some dates Some departure dates offer you the chance to book this tour with a lower deposit.

• In-depth Cultural

Chiang Mai & Elephant Conservation 3D/2N

The tour was overall really well planned and itinerary worked out really well. Accommodation - Lana Palace Hotel was a decent place. Since another group requested my room I ended up getting an upgrade which was nice but also disappointing. The rooms shower head was broken and had a murky smell. 2star hotel that claims to be a 4star Meals - The included meals and the Elephant Conservatory and Morning tour was amazing. I loved the experience of watching alms giving, eating local porridge, and just emmersing in the culture of Chiang Mai. Would highly recommend the tour if you don't mind where you are staying!

• 10% deposit on some dates Some departure dates offer you the chance to book this tour with a lower deposit.

Independent Highlights of Cambodia & Thailand

• Intl. Flights Included

Jungle Book Siam

• Flights included

Chiang Mai & Elephant Experience

Once again the Intrepid guides were fantastic. Knowledgeable, helpful and friendly - experts in what they're there to do! However, I was disappointed with the package tour. It was a 3 day tour, but all up, guides assisted for a total of maybe a day and a half. Much of the time was spent self-exploring, which I don't mind, but to pay an amount for 3days seemed a bit extreme. The accommodation was lovely, perfect in fact, even though they were unaware of any of my tour details. I had to do a lot of extra research to ensure I was getting the most out of my time in Chiang Mai, with no suggestions of places to visit or how to get there from Intrepid. Love Intrepid, but could've done this one on my own.

Western Thailand Highlights with Elephants Care

Our group of nine (teenage children and adults) spent about 5 days with Noom touring Thailand - we loved every single minute of our trip and give credit to Noom for being the perfect guide. He was knowledgeable, professional, polite, and a lot of fun to be around! He made our trip SO EASY! We never worried about anything, literally. He knew everything there was to know about all of the places we visited, he took us to delicious restaurants, he paid great attention to details so every experience we had was very special, he made sure we were always safe, and he went over and above to make all of our tours and experiences the very best! Noom helped make what would have been a nice trip an absolutely fabulous trip, and we would recommend him and his tour company, to anyone!

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A Sanctuary FOR Elephants

Spend time with rescued elephants in pattaya, an unforgettable experience with elephants.

Join us at Pattaya Elephant Sanctuary and spend time with a small herd of rescued elephants now living together as a family. Observe the elephants enjoying their newfound freedom with wonder and joy – trumpeting to each other while playing and exploring their jungle habitat.

Guests can expect a meaningful, eco-friendly encounter with these gentle giants as part of a small group. You will have the opportunity to feed the elephants, walk with them along jungle trails while they forage, and observe them interacting with each other while taking a mud bath and playing together in their pool. Your visit will be helping to support sustainable, ethical elephant tourism.

'Saddle Off' Model

We follow the 'Saddle Off' model promoted by Asian Elephant Projects - which means no elephant riding, performing in shows, or the use of bullhooks.

Ethical Elephant Tourism

By visiting our elephant sanctuary you are helping to provide a caring home for elephants where they are free to express their natural instincts without fear.

Observe Elephants Respectfully

Be part of the solution - spend time observing elephants in an environment where they are respected, not exploited - free to socialise, play, and walk in nature.

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PAYMENT BY CASH ONLY

Pattaya elephant sanctuary only accepts payment by cash on arrival at our sanctuary. if you receive an email requesting payment by bank deposit please do not pay this way. the email was not sent from the staff at pattaya elephant sanctuary..

Pattaya Elephant Sanctuary Welcomes You

Your visit to our sanctuary makes ethical elephant tourism based on compassion possible and sustainable. We thank you on behalf of the elephants!

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Ethical Elephant Sanctuaries - Chiang Mai, Thailand

Experience the wonder of being in the presence of elephants in nature at ethical elephant sanctuary projects around Chiang Mai, Northern Thailand, supported by Asian Elephant Projects. Join a small group for a day trip at one of our ethical elephant sanctuaries to witness rescued elephants living freely in their natural habitat – foraging in the forest, interacting with each other, playing in the mud and swimming in the river – freed from the burden of elephant riding, performances, and other unnatural behavior. We support independent elephant projects that have adopted ethical practices for the well-being of the elephants under their care and are providing a better life for these gentle giants through responsible elephant tourism.

• Choose from various ethical elephant tours suitable for all ages and fitness levels, including jungle hikes, whitewater rafting, and leisurely forest walks.
• Our Saddle Off projects provide a caring home for between 2 to 5 elephants, with a limit of 4 guests per elephant.
• Enjoy full day visits or join one of our week-long volunteer programs, all including local transportation, vegetarian meals and qualified tour guides.
• Private single day tours for groups of 8 or more people can be arranged.

Join us in supporting the well-being of these magnificent animals by embarking on an unforgettable, intimate adventure with rescued elephants in nature.

Ethical Elephant Sanctuary Projects - Single Day Tours

Mae Taeng – North of Chiang Mai

Sunshine for Elephants

Experience an amazing jungle walk with the elephants & enjoy lunch in a bungalow in the forest

Majestic Elephant Project

Watch the elephants swim in the river and later embark on a white water rafting adventure

Mae Wang – South of Chiang Mai

Karen Elephant Serenity

Spend time with friendly elephants observing them playing in the mud & foraging in nature

Karen Elephant Home

Observe the incredible bond between bull elephant brothers living naturally & learn about Karen culture

Be Part of the Solution

By visiting one of our ethical elephant sanctuaries you are supporting a kinder form of elephant tourism, where the focus is on observing the elephants doing what comes naturally. Elephants are intelligent, social, empathic beings deserving of our respect, care, and admiration. Our Saddle Off projects are home to over 20 elephants,  now enjoying a healthier, happier, more natural life, thanks to responsible, eco-conscious travelers choosing Asian Elephant Projects. Check Availability and Search Projects to find the right adventure for you.

The elephants at the projects we support are not ridden and do not perform in shows.

Watch elephants interacting, foraging, communicating, and playing together.

Support ethical elephant tourism and help to provide a better life for Asian elephants.

Volunteer with Elephants

Journey to freedom, cambodia wildlife sanctuary, spend an amazing day with elephants in nature.

Our model is based on ensuring the well-being of the elephants. All ethical elephant projects follow guidelines designed to improve the quality of the lives of the elephants – freeing them from elephant riding and allowing them to live more naturally. Read more…

Walk with Elephants in Nature

Walk alongside elephants through lush jungles and scenic trails as they navigate their natural habitat with ease, foraging on native plants and showcasing their remarkable strength and intelligence. Experience the bond between elephants as they communicate and interact affectionately and gain fascinating insights into the nature of these remarkable animals.

Prepare Food & Feed Elephants

Asian elephants have hearty appetites, munching through over 200 kg of food daily. From grasses and bamboo to fruits and vegetables like watermelon, bananas, pumpkin and corn these gentle giants enjoy a diverse diet. Join us in preparing food for them, including health balls filled with medicinal herbs, and enjoy the thrill of having them pluck food from your hand with their amazing trunks.

Elephant Bathing

Experience the joy of elephant’s bathing and drinking! Elephants are natural swimmers, effortlessly floating in the water and enjoying each other’s company. As they cool off in the river, watch them submerge themselves and use their trunks as snorkels. Some older elephants may prefer to stand in the water, taking sips by sucking water into their trunks and squirting it into their mouths.

Watch the Elephants Play in the Mud

Witness the elephants’ playful mud sessions! Mud baths are an all-time favorite among these gentle giants. Watch as they joyfully roll around, coating themselves in a cooling, nourishing mask. Not only does it protect their skin from insects and the sun, but it appears to be a lot of fun. Capture unforgettable moments as they fling mud into the air with their trunks creating giant swirls.

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PHANG NGA ELEPHANT PARK

ETHICAL ELEPHANT PROGRAMMES

Phang Nga Elephant Park

A family with elephants at heart

Phang Nga Elephant Park is a small family-run Park. Our family has cared for elephants for over 150 years, with each generation learning something new about the Asian elephant and their welfare. The Park is like a typical small, rural Thai village, where thirty people live and work together with their elephants and families.

Animal welfare is paramount at Phang Nga Elephant Park. We consider that responsible and ethical elephant tourism will help to save the Asian elephant, but requires the highest level of care and husbandry. We are AGAINST unnatural and abusive practices and strive constantly to improve animal welfare and to promote education. For more information please check out our Education Centre .

We are determined to provide our elephants with the highest quality of life possible and our strong belief in human-elephant interaction is what makes Phang Nga Elephant Park so special. Our visitors are able to have a life-enhancing experience with these magnificent animals and learn about them in a natural and relaxed environment like our Khao Lak Elephant Sanctuary .

Elephant Care Experience

Family elephant experience, unique dawn or dusk elephant experience, special introduction to the asian elephant, sponsor an elephant @ phang nga elephant park.

Please make a pledge to support the PNEP Trust, so we can guarantee the future of our elephants. Any amount, large or small, will be gratefully received and acknowledged.

When you sponsor you can feel good knowing that you are directly supporting our elephants.

WHAT VISITORS SAY ABOUT US…

It was a very intimate experience that gave us an understanding of the bond between an elephant and his mahout (handler). If you are looking for an experience that goes a bit deeper than the typical tour then this is a must.

My best friend and I love elephants so this was our fourth elephant experience around the world. Nothing as come close to Phang Nga Elephant Park! It warmed our hearts to see the elephants treated like family.

Phang Nga Elephant Park is outstanding in their ethical treatment of the elephants and offers a rare and informative experience. An experience that really allows the individual to get to know the elephants. The Thai cooking lesson is also very enjoyable and the food that we prepared was delicious.

Absolutely beautiful set up and big thumbs up from a vet nurse with regards to welfare. Everyone at the park gets top marks for making my family and I feel welcome.

This was an unforgettable day! The elephants are clearly at home and well cared for. It was lovely plodding along on these huge and beautiful creatures at butterfly level through the trees.

We got to experience firsthand what being a mahout (handler) would be like. You get to wash them, feed them, play with them, ride them bare back and cook amazing Thai food.

The best four hours of wildlife interaction I have ever had. We had as much time as we wanted to feed, walk, groom, adore and even swim with the elephants.

The day I spent at Phang Nga Elephant Park has been the highlight of my holiday to Thailand. They care deeply about the health and well being of these magnificent creatures.

Had a superb family day with the elephants! The kids can’t stop talking about it. Highly recommend for anyone interested in visiting elephants in an environment that values animal welfare!

Phang Nga Elephant Park Co. Ltd.

TAT License Number: 34/01301 Phone: +66 8 5351 5536 Email:  [email protected] 49/1 Moo 3 Tambon Thung Kha Ngok Muang Phang Nga, Phang Nga, 82000 THAILAND Opening times: 9:30AM – 5:30PM

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Full Day Tour

Join us for a journey of a lifetime. Our full-day tour starts with a complimentary pick-up in Chiang Mai between  8:00 AM – 8:30 AM. Our full-day tour includes preparing the elephant’s feast, feeding the elephants, an elephant jungle hike, and an elephant river hike.  You will also swim and bathe with the elephants, an amazing experience. We top the day off with a wonderful waterfall experience. 

It’s also important to us that you learn as much as possible about elephants and why it is important to protect them. Your Mahout guide will share his knowledge with you.

This program is fully inclusive. This is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Pictures and videos are included free of charge. Come experience these majestic creatures in their natural habitat.

Tour Cost: ฿3,000 Baht Age 10 & Up. ฿1,895 Baht Under Ten Years old. Children 3 and younger are free.

*Roundtrip transportation from Chiang Mai City, Pictures, and videos are included free of charge. Last-minute and same-day bookings are welcomed.

Half Day Tour Afternoon

Our half-day afternoon tour starts with an optional pick-up in Chiang Mai City between 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM. Activities begin at 12 PM with lunch with the elephants at our sanctuary, and you’ll love it. After lunch, we change into Karen clothes and prepare the elephant’s supplements. Now we will journey on an elephant river hike to the river. Now the real fun begins, we will join the elephants in the river to swim and bathe. This is great fun. 

After the river, we will take a ten-minute transport deep into the mountain and go to the waterfall, where you can enjoy a refreshing swim with fantastic scenery. The kind of location you would never find on your own. We then return to camp to feed the vitamins and supplements to the elephants, a great experience.

Your Mahout will share the names and backgrounds of the elephants. Each has been rescued from situations that were abusive. 

Tour Cost: ฿2,495 Baht Age 10 & Up. ฿1,750 Baht Under Ten Years old. Children 3 and younger are free.

**Pictures and videos are included free of charge. Last-minute and same-day bookings are welcomed.

Half Day Tour Morning

Enjoy our half-day morning tour and spend quality time with our majestic friends. This tour starts with an optional pick-up in Chiang Mai between 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM. This tour is perfect if you don’t want too much hiking or wish not to spend the entire day. It’s one thing visiting the zoo and watching the elephants. It is an entirely different experience to hike with and feed these gentle giants. 

They say once an elephant meets you, it will never forget you. Brilliant is one way to describe these majestic creatures. Everything about them is impressive, each with its personality. If you’re lucky, you may be on the receiving end of a big kiss. Enjoy this time. It’s truly a wonderful experience. Join us for lunch while watching the elephants. It’s one of those experiences you will not soon forget. The owner of the Plern Home prepares lunch.

Tour Cost: ฿2,195 Baht Age 10 & Up. ฿1,395 Under Ten Years old. Children 3 and younger are free.

Feeding Experience

It’s one thing to visit the zoo and watch the elephants. It is an entirely different experience feeding and interacting with these gentle giants.  They say once an elephant meets you, they will never forget you. Highly intelligent is one way to describe these majestic creatures. 

Everything about them is amazing, each with its own personality. If you’re lucky you may be on the receiving end of a big kiss. Enjoy this time, it’s truly a wonderful experience. This experience includes preparing the elephants feast and feeding them. Tour duration is one hour.

• Start Time 8AM to 12PM
• Total Visit Time: 1 Hour
• Difficulty level: Easy
• Guide Instructions
• Prepare Elephant Food
• Feed the Elephants
• Interact with the Elephants
• Free Pics and Vids The Next Day

Tour Cost: ฿1,225 Baht Age 10 & Up. ฿995 baht Under Ten Years old. Children 3 and younger are free.

*Transportation is NOT included, small surcharge. Pictures and videos are included free of charge. Last-minute and same-day bookings are welcomed.

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Everyone wants to ride elephants in Thailand, which leads to numerous wild elephants being tamed to harmful riding in tourism. Maybe we can not change the tortured activities, but we can choose to be more natural and friendly way to contact them. Join an elephant sanctuary tour in Thailand elephant nature park.  Here is the right way!

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At UME Travel, Elephant Sanctuary Thailand  can be customized for you! No riding, no inhuman treatment. These ethical elephant sanctuaries allow elephants live in natural habitats. You will walk elephants through forests, witness their natural behaviors, feed and bathe them. In the rest days, you will discover the highlights of Thailand – History in Bangkok, Beaches in Phuket and exotic culture in Chiang Mai. An experience of lifetime! We'll support you 1-to-1 with a dedicated local Thailand expert, as plan, book and travel! Want to explore the nature world of Thailand and colorful exotic culture? Start Today ! 

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Eco-tourism: Reject animal acts. No ride, no chain, no hook.

Explore the Nature: Jungle trekking and watch their natural behavior.

Close Contact: River bathing & swimming. Zero-distance to baby elephants.

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Bangkok Elephant Tour is sustainable eco-tourism

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Get away from Bangkok for a day to spend quality time with elephants at Elephant sanctuary. Learn about the Asian elephants and behavior while creating lifelong memories of your time with the stunning creature. you will be feeding , bathing and even playing with the elephants

       We welcome travellers here at home in Thailand and right across the world . We strive to make every moment spent with us educational , enjoyable and rewarding in meaningful ways. It is also important to us that you learn as much as possible about the elephants.

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Our History

Decades-long commitment to elephants: Bodo Jens Förster and all the employees of Elephant Special Tours have been advocating for the well-being of these majestic creatures for many years. Visitors from around the globe have experienced the fascination these wonderful animals evoke. Here’s an overview of various stages, and there’s no end in sight

Many years, the morning view from our base, the legendary 'White House' lodge, with its spectacular view of the local rice fields, was the starting point for our elephant tours. In 2020, the much-loved house had to be demolished due to its deteriorating condition .