Day Trips

Chiang Mai: Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Tours

Name: Chiang Mai: Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Tours
Start: 2026-06-02T14:00:00
End: 2026-06-02T15:00:00
Location: Chiang Mai

Elephants walking through lush forest in Chiang Mai.

Couple feeding an elephant in a lush, mountainous area.

Visitors bathing an elephant at Elephant Jungle Sanctuary, Chiang Mai.

Bathing with elephants in a river, Chiang Mai.

Duration

1 hr - 9 hrs

Open today

7:00am - 9:00pm

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

Book now, pay later

Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.

Guided tour

Transfers available

Pickup available

Meals included

Indulge in a sumptuous meal as a part of your experience

4.7/5(14)

Donald M

Solo

Verified booking

Feb 2026

All activities were explained ahead of time. The guides were knowledgeable and seemed to truly like their role in educating our group. Allstaff were approachable gor questions. Pick up time was close to what was indicated beforehand. Lunch was a buffet of typical Thai cuisine. Tasty and fresh!

Tan W

Family

Verified booking

Feb 2026

We learnt abt the elephants, observed them closely, prepared the foods for them, feed them and walked with them to the jungle and river. My son is really happy with the program.

Devanshi P

Couple

Verified booking

Jan 2026

The driver arrived early to pick us up and the guides at the sanctuary were fantastic. They were knowledgeable, clearly loved the elephants, and guided us through all of the activites with fun and friendliness. The onky thing to be aware of is the booking process. I booked for the half-day afternoon but a driver showed up at 6am to my hotel. Also, the description doesn't state when the actual day starts, which is two hours before the stated start time. The time listed is when the tour starts at the sanctuary, NOT when you will be picked up.

Spend your day surrounded by nature at Chiang Mai Elephant Sanctuary as you learn about elephant care, conservation, and more.

An English-speaking guide will accompany you throughout, sharing insights on elephant welfare and helping you engage with the animals.

Whether you’re short on time or want to spend the whole day with these gentle giants, there’s a package for everyone. Don’t want to drive? Choose the round-trip hotel transfers for added comfort.

Choose the Feed & Shower Program for a short yet memorable experience, or the Watch Me Program if you’d rather observe them in their natural habitat, capture photos in traditional Karen attire, and enjoy an authentic Thai lunch.

With the half-day or full-day tours, spend more time connecting with the elephants; walk with them to the river, join feeding and mud-spa sessions, try Thai cooking, and unwind with a hearty Thai meal before heading back

Entry to Elephant Sanctuary

English-speaking guide

Karen clothing

Drinking water

Available packages:

Feed Me

1-hour tour

Feed the elephants seasonal fruits & supplements

Drinking water

Make elephant poop paper

Feed & shower

2-hour tour

Observe elephants & learn about them

Feed the elephants seasonal fruits & supplements

Prepare food for elephants

Custom-built outdoor elephant shower

Make elephant poop paper

Round-trip hotel transfers from Chiang Mai

Watch Me

6-hour tour

Observe elephants & learn about them

Feed the elephants seasonal fruits & supplements

Prepare food for elephants

Thai cooking and artisanal coffee-making demonstration

Thai lunch with fresh seasonal fruit

Round-trip hotel transfers from Chiang Mai

Half-day tour

6-hour tour

Elephant feeding & interaction

Elephant mud spa & bathing

Walk with elephants to the jungle & river

Thai lunch with fresh seasonal fruit

Round-trip hotel transfers from Chiang Mai

Full-day tour

9-hour tour

Elephant feeding & interaction

Elephant mud spa & bathing

Walk with elephants to the jungle & river

Thai lunch with fresh seasonal fruit

Round-trip hotel transfers from Chiang Mai

Transport from locations outside a 5 km radius of Chiang Mai’s Old City (surcharge applies)

Priority drop-off at airport or other locations (must be requested 24 hours in advance; not guaranteed)

Meals and drinks not specified in the program

Personal expenses

TOTAL DURATION9 hours
Start point
90 min
1. Elephant Jungle Sanctuary
Tickets included
6 min
4 activities
Things to do
Feed, interact & play
Included in price
Walk with elephants
Included in price
Mud spa with elephants
Included in price
Swim & bath with elephants
Included in price
Lunch with elephants
90 min
End point
Your ending point would be same as your start point
TOTAL DURATION6 hours
Start point
90 min
1. Elephant Jungle Sanctuary
Tickets included
3 hr
3 activities
Things to do
Feed, interact & play
Included in price
Mud spa with elephants
Included in price
Swim & bath with elephants
Included in price
Lunch with elephants
90 min
End point
Your ending point would be same as your start point
TOTAL DURATION6 hours
Start point
90 min
1. Elephant Jungle Sanctuary
Tickets included
3 hr
5 activities
Things to do
Educational introduction
Included in price
Observing elephants
Included in price
Feed the elephants
Included in price
Elephant ethology
Included in price
Thai culinary adventure
Elephant farewell feast
Included in price
90 min
End point
Your ending point would be same as your start point
Start point
Chiang Mai
Get direction
1. Chiang Mai Elephant Jungle Sanctuary
Tickets included
2 activities
Guided tour & Visit attraction
Things to do
Introduction about elephants
Included in price
Feeding elephants
Included in price
End point
Chiang Mai
Get direction
Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

14 reviews
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What our guests say
Tan W
Family
Verified booking
Feb 2026
We learnt abt the elephants, observed them closely, prepared the foods for them, feed them and walked with them to the jungle and river. My son is really happy with the program.
Donald M
Solo
Verified booking
Feb 2026
All activities were explained ahead of time. The guides were knowledgeable and seemed to truly like their role in educating our group. Allstaff were approachable gor questions. Pick up time was close to what was indicated beforehand. Lunch was a buffet of typical Thai cuisine. Tasty and fresh!
Devanshi P
Couple
Verified booking
Jan 2026
The driver arrived early to pick us up and the guides at the sanctuary were fantastic. They were knowledgeable, clearly loved the elephants, and guided us through all of the activites with fun and friendliness. The onky thing to be aware of is the booking process. I booked for the half-day afternoon but a driver showed up at 6am to my hotel. Also, the description doesn't state when the actual day starts, which is two hours before the stated start time. The time listed is when the tour starts at the sanctuary, NOT when you will be picked up.
Felix R
Couple
Verified booking
Jan 2026
Top work San! Nice sanctuary with nice staff!
Jorge Q
Couple
Verified booking
Nov 2025
Excellent guide and attention from all the tour staff.

What to bring

Bring a valid photo ID or passport to match the name on your booking for entry.

What’s not allowed

Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed at the sanctuary.

Pets are not permitted.

Accessibility

This experience is not wheelchair friendly.

The experience involves physical activities such as walking, mud spa, and bathing with elephants; it may not be suitable for guests with back problems, cardiac issues, or during pregnancy.

Additional information

Children aged 0–3 can join for free but must be accompanied by an adult.

The experience emphasizes ethical treatment of elephants; guests are expected to follow all sanctuary guidelines for animal interaction.

You are welcome to bring your camera to the experience. However, unless your device is waterproof, it is recommended not to use it during the mud activity or while bathing the elephants in the river.

Please note: This is an ethical, no-riding elephant sanctuary where all elephants are lovingly cared for by a team of experts, ensuring regular health checks, nutritious diets, and freedom to roam in a safe, natural environment.

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