Spend a full day at an ethical elephant camp in the scenic Mae Wang District, observing elephants in their natural surroundings. Dress in traditional Karen clothing, discover the tribe’s unique connection with elephants, take part in feeding and care, and make herbal medicine. Unwind with herbal tea as you watch the elephants roam, visit a picturesque waterfall, and craft a Thai souvenir to remember your day.

Programme Details

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You’ll be picked up between 08:00 and 08:30 (depending on the hotel’s location). The day’s journey begins with a scenic 1.5-hour drive from your Chiang Mai accommodation, passing through picturesque countryside filled with rivers, rice fields, cornfields, and banana plantations. Upon arriving at the sanctuary, you'll be warmly welcomed and invited to wear traditional Karen clothing, immersing yourself in local culture.

Our knowledgeable guides will introduce you to the sanctuary's mission and its resident elephants. You'll take part in hands-on activities like preparing and feeding nutritious treats to the elephants while learning about their history and behavior in a respectful, interactive way.

After enjoying a tasty local lunch, observe the elephants as they roam, forage, and enjoy mud baths together. Step into the caretaker role by helping plant food or gather grass, supporting their daily needs.

Relax with freshly brewed herbal tea while watching the elephants in their natural habitat, and learn how to make herbal medicine balls that aid their digestion. You’ll also assist mahouts in checking the elephants’ health.

Take a refreshing break at a nearby waterfall before joining a cultural activity where you’ll craft your own handmade Thai souvenir. The day concludes with a heartfelt farewell to the elephants at Joy Elephant Sanctuary and a return trip to Chiang Mai. (L)  

Inclusions:

🥘 Lunch

Notes:

 
- Private roundtrip hotel transfers; join-in elephant activity
- Children are between 4 and 9 years old. 
- What to bring: extra clothes, swimming suit, sandals, sunscreen, and insect repellent 

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