Nestled in the lush jungles of Chiang Mai, the Elephant in Wild Sanctuary offers an unparalleled opportunity to connect with Thailand’s majestic pachyderms. Visitors can enjoy the gentle giants’ natural behaviors, feeding and bathing them in a serene setting. The full or half-day tour also includes a scenic hike and exhilarating white water rafting, providing a diverse range of activities to truly experience the region’s natural wonders. With convenient pickup, knowledgeable guides, and seamless inclusions, this adventure promises an unforgettable exploration – one that just might leave you longing for more.
Key Points
- Immersive elephant encounter at a sanctuary that prioritizes conservation and ethical treatment, with opportunities to feed, bathe, and observe the majestic creatures.
- Comprehensive full-day or half-day tour from Chiang Mai that includes additional activities like jungle trekking and white water rafting.
- Centralized pickup service and meeting point for convenient transportation, ensuring a seamless start and end to the adventure-filled day.
- Knowledgeable local guides who provide educational insights and ensure the safety and enjoyment of participants throughout the tour.
- Inclusive package that covers transportation, lunch, water, fees, and photography, allowing guests to fully focus on the experience.
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Overview of the Tour
Top Pick – Full or Half Day @Elephant in Wild Sanctuary ChiangMai
This three-adventure day tour from Chiang Mai takes visitors to an elephant sanctuary, through a jungle trek, and on a white water rafting experience, all while keeping costs down through a group format with knowledgeable guides.
The tour includes lunch, bottled water, coffee/tea, all fees and taxes, insurance, and photography. Pickup is provided from Chiang Mai city center hotels, with an additional charge for those outside the 2.4km limit.
The meeting point is at McDonald’s/Burger King at Tha Phae Gate. Activities include a hike to a waterfall, interacting with elephants, and white water rafting.
Included in the Tour
The tour includes a range of amenities to enhance the experience, such as a provided lunch, bottled water, and coffee/tea.
All fees, taxes, and insurance are also covered under the tour package. This ensures that guests can fully enjoy the activities without having to worry about additional costs.
The inclusion of photography services allows guests to capture memorable moments from their adventure, which they can later share with friends and family.
Pickup and Meeting Point
The tour’s pickup service collects guests from Chiang Mai city center hotels within a 2.4-kilometer radius, with an additional charge if the pickup location is outside the city limits.
Guests meet at the designated meeting point, which is the McDonald’s/Burger King restaurant at Tha Phae Gate. This centralized location ensures that the tour can efficiently depart and return to the heart of Chiang Mai.
Having a consistent meeting point makes it easy for participants to find the group and start the adventure. The pickup and meeting arrangements are designed to provide a seamless and convenient experience for travelers, allowing them to focus on the exciting activities that await.
Hiking to the Waterfall
After meeting at the designated pickup point, the tour kicks off with a hike to a nearby waterfall, which takes approximately one hour each way and is considered a moderate difficulty level.
The trail winds through the lush jungle, providing ample opportunities to take in the stunning natural beauty of the region. While the hike may be challenging at times, the group can take breaks as needed and enjoy the scenic vistas along the way.
Upon reaching the waterfall, visitors can take a refreshing dip or simply admire the cascading waters. This initial hike sets the tone for the adventurous day ahead, whetting the appetite for the upcoming elephant encounter and white water rafting experience.
Interacting With Elephants
Next up on the itinerary, visitors get up-close and personal with the majestic elephants at the sanctuary.
They’ll have the opportunity to feed, prepare food, and even bathe these gentle giants, seeing the gentle giants’ daily routines.
This interactive experience allows participants to develop a deeper appreciation for these magnificent creatures and their conservation.
Guests can observe the elephants’ natural behaviors and learn about the important work the sanctuary does to protect these animals.
The chance to connect with the elephants in such an intimate setting is truly a highlight of the tour, leaving a lasting impression on all who participate.
White Water Rafting
Adrenaline-pumping white water rafting rounds out the day’s thrilling activities, inviting participants to navigate the rushing river and tackle challenging rapids under the watchful eye of experienced guides.
After getting geared up, the group will hop into inflatable rafts and take on the churning waters, working together to steer through the turbulent waves.
With safety as the top priority, the guides provide expert instruction and ensure everyone has a safe yet exhilarating ride.
Whether it’s navigating around boulders or plunging down Class III and IV rapids, the white water rafting experience promises an unforgettable rush of excitement and adventure.
Cancellation Policy
Travelers have the flexibility to cancel their tour booking up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. However, the tour requires a minimum number of participants, and in the event this is not met, the operator will provide an alternative date or a refund. Plus, the tour may be affected by weather conditions, in which case the operator will offer an alternative date or a refund.
| Cancellation Policy | |
|---|---|
| Advance Notice | Full Refund |
| 24 hours or more | Yes |
| Less than 24 hours | No |
| Minimum Participants Required | Alternative Date or Refund |
| Weather Affected | Alternative Date or Refund |
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Additional Details
Top Pick – Full or Half Day @Elephant in Wild Sanctuary ChiangMai
The three-adventure day tour from Chiang Mai includes a variety of exciting activities, such as visiting an elephant sanctuary, embarking on a jungle trek, and partaking in white water rafting.
At the elephant sanctuary, participants can feed, prepare food, and bathe the gentle giants. The jungle trek takes hikers on a moderate, one-hour trek each way to a scenic waterfall.
For the white water rafting portion, thrill-seekers can navigate the rapids while taking in the lush, natural surroundings. Throughout the day, the tour provides participants with lunch, bottled water, coffee, and tea, as well as all necessary fees, taxes, and insurance coverage.
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Recap
The @Elephant in Wild Sanctuary ChiangMai offers a comprehensive tour that lets visitors enjoy Thailand’s natural beauty.
Guests can interact with elephants, hike to a waterfall, and go white water rafting, providing an unforgettable experience.
With convenient pickup, knowledgeable guides, and inclusions like lunch and photography, this tour ensures a seamless and memorable adventure in the heart of the lush jungle.