Highlights
- Spend some quality time with the elephants in their natural habitat
- Relax during a bamboo rafting trip along the Mae Wang River
- Swim with the elephants in the natural pools in the river
- Feed bananas and interact with the rescued elephants
- Cool off and climb the waterfalls
Description
Embark on a one-of-a-kind experience and visit an ethical rescued elephant facility in the jungle outside Chiang Mai. Visit the a local community of indigenous people, settling in an area with natural resources, forests, water sources and beautiful surroundings. Cool off in a waterfall, savor a traditional Thai lunch, and become a caretaker for the day as you interact, feed, and observe the gentle giants in their natural environment.
Begin with a pickup from your hotel or accommodation in downtown Chiang Mai. Take a scenic drive southwest of Chiang Mai and see local farms, hill tribe villages, and rice fields along the way.
Journey to the Mae Wang Waterfalls, where you'll relax and take a dip in the water. Arrive at the Pon Elephant Thailand located deep in the jungle. You'll be welcomed to the sanctuary by a guide who will lead you through the experience.
Next, get a briefing on Asian elephants and the background of the sanctuary. Come and meet the friendly rescued elephants and feed them bananas.
Walk up the hill with elephants through the forest and watch the elephants forage for food in the wilderness. Observe elephants interacting between families in their natural environment.
Head down to the river and enjoy bathing with the elephants. Walk with the elephants back to the sanatorium and embrace the memories and have time to say goodbye to these marvelous creatures.
Finish off with a scenic bamboo rafting trip along the Mae Wang River before you get dropped off at your hotel in Chiang Mai.
Includes
Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
Guide
Lunch
Fruits
Drinking water
Excludes
Towel
Tips
Important Information
- The itinerary is subject to change due to bad weather or other force majeure events. If there is heavy rain, the waterfall and bamboo activity will be cancelled due to safety reasons. You will be able to enjoy a Khao Soi cooking class instead.
Opening hours are subject to change
All activities mentioned are based on elephants who are not forced to do any activities
Please check your voucher for your usual pick-up time.
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
