From Chiang Mai: Elephant Care Program and Nursery Tour

Top rated
4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8
1771 reviews
Activity provider:
Elephant Retirement Park Chiang Mai
Add to wishlist
From Chiang Mai: Elephant Care Program and Nursery Tour
Top rated
4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8
1771 reviews

Learning about and observing rescued elephants at a sanctuary. Observe elephants respectfully in quaint surroundings, and enjoy a delicious vegetarian Thai buffet lunch.

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Reserve now & pay later
Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
Duration 5 - 9 hours
Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide
English
Pickup included
Pickup from your hotel in Chiang Mai. If your hotel is out of service area please contract staff after booking.

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

5
5 out of 5 stars
A
Alberto – Mexico

Amazing elephant care park. This is a responsible camp which takes care and rescues the animals.

5
5 out of 5 stars
K
Kristin – United States

Excellent Disney is friendly, knowledgeable and thorough The whole staff is superior Elephants are perfect and Amazing A must do!!!

Select participants and date

Highlights

  • Watch or join with elephants playing in the mud pool and bath
  • Learn about and observe the rescued elephants' behavior
  • Prepare food and feed the elephants
  • Eat a delicious traditional Thai buffet lunch
  • Enjoy a relaxing pickup and drop-off at your accommodation

Full description

Meet and feed elephants on this elephant sanctuary tour from Chiang Mai. Watch these majestic creatures up close and learn about them from specialists. Sit down to an authentic Thai lunch and stay hydrated with complimentary water.
Start your journey in the morning with a hotel pickup from Chiang Mai city center. Take the 1-hour ride to the countryside of Mae Tang district.
Get changed into the local clothes and be ready for the fun activities. The experienced guide will provide information about the elephants' behavior and how to provide proper care for them. Then, prepare food and healthy treats for the elephants and feed them afterward.

After that, you and the elephants will walk to play in the mud and sand spa. During this time, you will have a chance to observe their behavior, in beautiful natural surroundings.
After your time with the elephants, change your clothes, shower, and then enjoy a delicious traditional Thai buffet lunch, which is suitable for vegetarians. After lunch, relax on the 1-hour journey back to your hotel in Chiang Mai city center.

Includes

  • Round-trip hotel transfers from Chiang Mai city center
  • Live guide
  • Drinking water
  • Food for feeding the elephants
  • Vegetarian lunch
  • Transfers from outside 5 km of the old town

Important information

What to bring

  • Swimwear
  • Flip-flops
  • Insect repellent

Know before you go

  • Please note that all activities mentioned will be based on the elephants, who are not forced to do any activity they do not want to do
  • Once booked, the local operator will confirm the pick-up time with you again
  • Your visit will help support the work and future elephant rescues
  • This tour supports ethical elephant tourism with greater welfare
Save up to 10%

From $55 $50 per person

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.8 /5
4.8 out of 5 stars

based on 1771 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.7/5

Customer photos

+219
Filter
By star rating
Sort by:
5
5 out of 5 stars
A
Alberto – MexicoJune 15, 2025 – Verified booking
Amazing elephant care park. This is a responsible camp which takes care and rescues the animals.
5
5 out of 5 stars
K
Kristin – United StatesMay 30, 2025 – Verified booking
Excellent Disney is friendly, knowledgeable and thorough The whole staff is superior Elephants are perfect and Amazing A must do!!!
5
5 out of 5 stars
J
Julio – AustraliaMay 3, 2025 – Verified booking
Everything was perfect. The tour guide is amazing and the activities outstanding. Sharing a wonderful time with the elephants is. a must. This was my second time and simply enjoyed it

Product ID: 154758

Activity provider:
Elephant Retirement Park Chiang Mai

Top Attractions in Chiang Mai

Experiences in Chiang Mai

Tours in Thailand

Things to do in Thailand

Top destinations

Top attraction categories

Popular Attractions