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1 / 6Elephant Sanctuary - Waterfall Tour
A morning with rescued elephants in the Mae Wang valley: make their snacks, feed and walk with them, bathe them in the river, then lunch and a short hike to a waterfall.
From฿1,680per person
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Mae Wang, Chiang Mai
Highlights
- Prepare snacks and hand-feed rescued elephants
- Walk with the elephants through the forest as they browse
- Bathe with the elephants in a natural river pool
- Thai lunch with fresh fruit at the sanctuary
- Short hike to Mae Wang waterfall
- No riding; the elephants are never forced
Duration
7 hours
Pickup
Included
Frequently asked questions
No. Riding is not allowed at Pon Elephant Thailand, and the sanctuary says the elephants are not made to do anything during the visit. If an elephant does not feel like going to the river, the bathing part may change.
Yes, for hotels in Chiang Mai city. If you are staying outside the city there is an extra charge, or you can meet the group at the Pon Elephant Thailand office on Kotchasarn Road.
Yes. Children aged 3 to 8 pay the child rate and children under 3 join free. From age 9, or once a child is taller than 120 cm, the adult rate applies.
Clothes that can get muddy and wet, with a swimsuit underneath for the river, and sandals or shoes you do not mind soaking. Bring a towel and a full change of clothes; these are not provided.
The elephant part runs in the rain. Swimming at the waterfall depends on the water level, and in heavy rain the guide may skip it for safety.
