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Chiang Mai Elephant Sanctuary Half Day Tour with Bamboo Rafting

Elephants playing in mud at Chiang Mai Elephant Sanctuary, Thailand.
Tourists and guides bathe elephants in a river at Chiang Mai sanctuary.
Tourists in Chiang Mai sanctuary chop sugarcane and prepare bananas for elephants.
Guests interact with elephants at Chiang Mai sanctuary.

Duration

6 hr

Free cancellation

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

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Guided tour

Transfers included

Meals included

Indulge in a sumptuous meal as a part of your experience
    • Enjoy a 4-hour guided visit to Chiang Mai’s Elephant Sanctuary with ethical interactions.

    • Hand-feed elephants fruits and vitamin balls while learning about their daily care.

    • Experience bamboo rafting on the river, adding adventure to your sanctuary visit.

    • Savor a Thai lunch with seasonal fruits, with water and insurance included.

    • Benefit from convenient round-trip transfers from Chiang Mai city.

    • 4-hour tour of Elephant Sanctuary

    • Round-trip transfers from Chiang Mai City only

    • Elephant feeding session (fruits and vitamin balls included)

    • English-speaking guide

    • Bamboo rafting

    • Lunch & seasonal fruits

    • Water

    • Insurance

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

  • A half-day Elephant Sanctuary tour with feeding, rafting, and lunch—ideal for travelers short on time.

    Getting started

    Present your booking confirmation and valid photo ID at the pickup point in Chiang Mai. Round-trip transfers are included, making your journey hassle-free.

    What to expect

    Elephant Sanctuary: Known for its ethical practices, this sanctuary lets you engage closely with elephants in a safe environment.

    Features

    • Feed elephants fruits and vitamin balls during a hands-on session.

    • Enjoy bamboo rafting on a scenic river stretch.

    • Relish a Thai lunch with seasonal fruits, with water provided.

    Wrapping up

    At the end of the tour, you’ll be dropped back at your hotel in Chiang Mai.

  • What to bring

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

    Accessibility

    • Wheelchairs and strollers cannot be accommodated on this experience.

    • For safety, participation is not advised for pregnant individuals or guests with long-term medical conditions.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

    • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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