Searching for an unforgettable elephant experience in Chiang Mai?
Avoid traditional shows and rides that exploit these magnificent animals. Instead, consider visiting an ethical elephant sanctuary! These sanctuaries focus on the welfare of rescued and retired elephants.
This guide will introduce you to Chiang Mai's best ethical elephant sanctuaries. Discover the lives of these elephants, create lasting memories, and help support their happy futures!
Elephant Care + Trekking + Doi Inthanon: 3 Best Chiang Mai experiences in 1 day
Elephant Jungle Sanctuary: Half-day unforgettable elephant care experience
Elephant Care + Bamboo Rafting + Waterfall: A memorable 1-day trip to Mae Wang district
Living Green Elephant Sanctuary: Support the ethical sanctuary and the locals
Elephant Sanctuary + ATV: A great full-day combo experience
Mae Wang Elephant Sanctuary: A full day or 2 day 1 night program at Mae Wang Elephant Sanctuary.
Kanta Elephant Sanctuary: Support an ethical and sustainable project
Elephant Rescue Park: A meaningful visit to an ethical elephant rescued park
3 Best Experieces Elephant Sanctuary + Pha Dok Siew Trekking + Doi inthanon
Top 3 Chiang Mai Experiences in a Single-Day Tour
Start your adventure at the Living Green Foundation, a highly-rated Ethical Elephant Sanctuary boasting a 5-star rating on TripAdvisor. Here, you'll meet and interact with adorable elephants that are well-cared for under a strict no-riding, no-hooks policy.
Next, ascend to Doi Inthanon, Thailand's highest peak, where you can admire the stunning King and Queen pagodas.
Wrap up your day with a trek along the scenic Pha Dok Siew trail, followed by a visit to a Karen Hill Tribe Coffee Plantation. This tour not only provides unforgettable experiences but also supports ethical elephant conservation and the local community.
You can book for this combo program here
Elephant Jungle Sanctuary is wholeheartedly committed to elephant welfare. Their team works tirelessly every day to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of the elephants under their care. They view their dedication to elephant care as a lifelong commitment, considering their sanctuary locations as permanent homes for the elephants in their wonderful family.
You can support their mission here
Experience the acclaimed Mae Wang Elephant Care by interacting with and feeding charming elephants. Unwind at Mae Wang Waterfall, concluding the day with a rejuvenating Bamboo Rafting activity. Create lasting memories in Chiang Mai with this distinctive and unforgettable adventure here.
With 20 elephants across three sanctuaries, Living Green Elephant Sanctuary is dedicated to providing these magnificent creatures with a better life and the care they deserve. Their mission extends beyond the elephants, encompassing support for underprivileged communities in border villages, aiming to create a positive impact beyond the sanctuary's borders.
You can support this ethical elephant sanctuary by visiting them here
Ride on an ATV through the mountain of Chiang Mai. Enjoy the beautiful nature-rich sceneries on different terrains. Get in touch and take care of adorable elephants. This tour will be your lifetime memory.
You can book this ATV+Elephant Sanctuary combination program here
Experience the renowned Mae Wang Elephant Sanctuary and connect with adorable elephants. Enjoy feeding, caring for, and washing them. Relax at the scenic Mae Wang Waterfall. Enhance your visit with a combo program including bamboo rafting, or opt for a 2-day, 1-night adventure.
You can choose your preferred option here
Kanta Elephant Sanctuary is an ethical, sustainable home for elephants. Connect with gentle giants, embrace them, and let them embrace you. Create cherished, lifelong memories with these amazing animals.
You can book this unforgettable experience here
Rescued from circuses, the logging industry, mistreatment camps, and harsh working sites, these adorable creatures have found their permanent home here, where they now live happily.
If you want to be part of something special and experience a place where elephants are treated with total respect and kindness, you can book your visit to Elephant Rescue Park here.