Full Day Elephant Observation

Itinerary

07:40 – 08:00 – Pick-Up from Chiang Mai

• Start your day with a scenic 1.5-hour drive through rice fields, mountain rivers, and rural villages as we bring you from your hotel to the sanctuary.

10:00 – 12:30 – Welcome & Morning Activities

• Receive a warm welcome and change into traditional Karen clothing
• Brief introduction about elephant behavior and ethical tourism
• Help prepare food and snacks for the elephants
• Observe elephants while they roam, forage, and socialize naturally
• Practice respectful distance — no touching or feeding

12:30 – 13:00 – Lunch Break

• Enjoy a local Thai lunch in a peaceful jungle setting.

13:00 – 15:30 – Deeper Connection

• Learn how to make herbal supplement balls for the elephants

16:00 – 18:00 – Return to Chiang Mai

Say goodbye to the elephants and head back to the city, arriving at your hotel around 5 PM.

Items to prepare

To make your visit as comfortable as possible, we recommend packing:

• Extra set of clothes
• Comfortable sandals or walking shoes
• Insect repellent
• Sunblock or hat
• Any personal allergy medication

Important Notes

• Complimentary round-trip transfer is available from any hotel within 5 km of Chiang Mai Old City
• If you’re staying outside this zone, a small additional fee may apply
• All transfers are done in air-conditioned 12-seat vans for your comfort

What's Included

• Round-trip transfer from Chiang Mai
• English–Thai guide
• Tea & Coffee Drink Water
• Elephant food & hands-on supplement prep
• Insurance
• 1 Meal

Giving back:

20% of every booking goes directly to support the local community — including food for the elephants, fair wages for mahouts, and village development projects.

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