We offer 24 day nature soft adventure tours in and around the stunningly beautiful khao sok national park area with luxury tents for night time accommodations the elephant camp comprises tailormade luxury tents. Jul 24, 2018 the elephant nature park in chiang mai successfully provides a handson conservation experience which leaves you feeling as though youve actually had a hand in contributing to the survival of these highly endangered and mistreated creatures. A sanctuary for former illtreated asian elephants, the elephant nature park encourages visitors to learn about the plight of these mammals and their habitat through activities, such as feeding and helping to care for the resident herd. Dec 17, 2018 how much does volunteering at elephant nature park cost. Inspired designs on tshirts, posters, stickers, home decor, and more by independent artists and designers from around the world. Mar 05, 2019 we spent the day at elephant nature park, a sanctuary that rescues elephants from tourism and logging. Floowing the introduction food and fruit treatswill be distributed and you will have a. If the trips are all reserved for your date, pop into the elephant nature parks office in chiang mai and see if they can help you find a trip there. Elephant nature park is part of a larger body called save elephant foundation, which is a thai nonprofit dedicated to helping thailands captive elephant population. We are on a mission to serve up delicious coffee that also rescues endangered elephants to a new forever home. You can book a full day tour package that will range from 2500 thb to 6000 thb depending upon what all you want. Elephant rock nature park is a beautiful hideaway for those seeking a quiet escape from the pressures of everyday life or those just wanting to relax in nature.
Within this jungle is a special place elephant nature park enp. Elephant nature park is an ethical park, and it has come a long way since it was founded in the 1990s. Volunteering at the elephant nature park last week, i volunteered at the elephant nature park enp, just outside chiang mai, thailand. Elephant nature park chiang mai all you need to know. As always, our big boy navann bring joy and put a smile on your face. If you truly care about the elephants wellbeing, then this is the place you should visit in thailand. The welfare and health of these animals is very important to us and the people of thailand. Full day please see the availability calendar tab select your preferred date to book now. Elephant nature park also offers weeklong stays for tourists who want a more hands on volunteering experience, head to their website to view the tour options and to book online. Chiang mai cnx please see the availability calendar tab select your preferred date to book now. At elephant nature park, one does not ride the elephants but clean and wash them and play with them. Availability calendar tab select your preferred date to book now.
I did my best to manage my expectations leading up to it, but i have to say, a week at the park is going to be one of the highlights of my trip. Last week, i volunteered at the elephant nature park enp, just outside chiang mai, thailand. They rescue elephants that have been abused in the tourism industry, elephants injured in illegal logging operations, and elephants maimed in the wild by stepping on mines left over from military conflicts in southeast asia. Aug 01, 2016 the elephant nature park as a variety of visiting opportunities for those that want to see and spend the day with the elephants. Chiang mai province northern thailand nearest airport. We have been involved in dozens of rescues and sustain a natural home for this endangered species. Sponsorships are a great way to show your love, compassion and support for an elephant. May 12, 2020 elephant nature park, a unique conservation project set in chiang mai province, northern thailand has been in operation since in the 1990s with a goal to provide a. But im very happy to say that elephant nature park is different.
May 12, 2020 elephant nature park, a unique conservation project set in chiang mai province, northern thailand has been in operation since in the 1990s with a goal to provide a sanctuary and elephant rescue. Elephant nature park archives lucky bamboo book of crafts. Beyond elephants, youll find dozens of rescue cats and dogs on site. We cut fruit and fed it to the elephants, went out n a walk with them, bathed them, observed them grazing on their own and made rice balls for them.
We spent the day at elephant nature park, a sanctuary that rescues elephants from tourism and logging. If the trips are all reserved for your date, pop into the elephant nature parks office in chiang mai and see if they can help you find a. Phuket elephant park is set against the backdrop of a national park. In return, you will receive a certificate acknowledging your contribution which may be on behalf of. The organization rescued its first elephant, mae perm, in 1992, and has since gone on to. Elephant nature park short park visit 1 ratmakka road, phrasing, chiang mai thailand tel. The elephant nature park thailand is a rescue center and haven for elephants that are all in the district of mae taeng in the chiang mai province of northern thailand, and is about 60 kilometers away from the busy streets of chiang mai city and the chiang mai international airport their elephant nature park was founded in the year 1996 as it aims to. Visit elephant nature park in chiang mai, thailand for handson interaction with elephants. I traveled with my daughter to thailand in june and although chinese crafts were the furthest from my mind, i wanted to share a bit about this lifechanging trip.
Elephant nature park chiang mai, thailand atlas obscura. Elephant nature park is a sanctuary and rescue centre for elephants in mae taeng district, chiang mai province, northern thailand, approximately 60 kilometres 37 mi from chiang mai city, cofounded by sangduen lek thai for small chailert. Its also home to rescued dogs, cats, water buffalo. So yes, do elephant nature park and make sure you book in advance i. Its the only way to protect these gentle giants and support the save the elephants foundation. I recently sent two days at the elephant nature park. Get to know elephant nature park a dangerous business. All of your money goes to running the park and its projects, however, so you know its going to a good cause. Elephant nature park in chiang mai my experience and other info.
Sending you all a happiness to lighten these troubled times. Beyond the concrete jungle of chiang mai, thailand, lies an entirely different jungle. The elephant nature park in chiang mai successfully provides a handson conservation experience which leaves you feeling as though youve actually had a hand in contributing to the survival of these highly endangered and mistreated creatures. We wanted to see the majestic creatures roaming about freely without ropes or chains. Facilities make it comfortable for people, but it is home to elephants. Donate now to support elephant nature park and for a chance to win this work of art by amy burkman. All orders are custom made and most ship worldwide within 24 hours. No large groups of people, elephants allowed to relax and behave normally. Choose the visit you are interested in, click on the book now.
Welcome to elephant nature park elephant nature park. You got to meet all the elephants and learn about the facility. We have three nature parks in thailand, they are near chiang mai, pattaya phuket, and samui. Visiting elephant nature park in chiang mai, thailand buddy. So yes, do elephant nature park and make sure you book in advance i booked two weeks before i went and only the halfday option was left, one of these integration programmes, or dont see elephants at all. However, baanchang elephant park still has a long way to go, and i wouldnt recommend it for your visit to thailand. Elephant nature park in chiang mai, thailand ck travels. Jun 18, 2015 however, baanchang elephant park still has a long way to go, and i wouldnt recommend it for your visit to thailand. You will learn about the problems elephants face in southeast asia and how elephant nature park is helping in the treatment and care of thailands dwinding elephant population.
Jun 16, 2016 the next time you go to an asian country and think its cool to ride the elephant please reconsider, do your research and visit elephant nature park where the elephant were saved from these. How much does volunteering at elephant nature park cost. A visit to elephant nature park requires advance booking online. Elephant nature park chiang mai 2020 all you need to. If you enjoyed your time at elephant jungle sanctuary, please ensure that your friends know exactly how to find us. The best one to book elephant nature park, chiang mai. Floowing the introduction food and fruit treatswill be distributed and you will have a chance to feed the elephants from the viewing platforms. I did my best to manage my expectations leading up to it, but i have to say, a week at the park is going to be one of the highlights of my trip why. We attended the elephant mountain trekking and would recommend to everyone. The park provides a natural environment for elephants, dogs, cats, buffaloes and. You can volunteer at the elephant nature park for one or two weeks for two weeks, book two consecutive stays separately.
Aug 12, 2016 elephant nature park is part of a larger body called save elephant foundation, which is a thai nonprofit dedicated to helping thailands captive elephant population. Elephant nature park chiang mai, thailand the toronto. Going to elephant nature park was a priority for our trip to thailand. It is all about animal caressing and includes no kind of animal abuse. Elephant rescue and rehabilitation center in thailand where you can volunteer to help. The next time you go to an asian country and think its cool to ride the elephant please reconsider, do your research and visit elephant nature park where the elephant were saved from these. Let me start by addressing the elephant in the room. Additionally, they are committed to rainforest preservation and plant acres of trees every year in an attempt to restore the balance between nature and man. The reason im giving baanchang elephant park a 610 is that its not a horrible place. We have been involved in dozens of rescues which have created our thriving elephant herd. Elephant nature park chiang mai 2020 all you need to know. The elephant nature park thailand is a rescue center and haven for elephants that are all in the district of mae taeng in the chiang mai province of northern thailand, and is about 60 kilometers away from the busy streets of chiang mai city and the chiang mai international airport.
Elephant rides are not offered at the park, a policy the park encourages in other elephant camps. If elephant nature park is a 1010, id give baanchang elephant park a 610. Those are purpose built farms near town which im sure are fine but elephant land one is a bit further out into the national park and the grounds include a natural waterfall and a hike in the jungle so the elephants have a more natural habitat. The elephant nature park as a variety of visiting opportunities for those that want to see and spend the day with the elephants. Elephant nature park karen elephant experience facebook. Elephant nature park is committed to the protection of distressed and endangered animals.
Visitors share beautiful surroundings with the rescued herd enjoying their new lives. A real jungle where lush, treecovered mountains are home to numerous species of animals. Elephant nature park chiang mai aktuelle 2020 lohnt es sich. Please do not ride these animals or support a nature park in thailand that encourages riding them. Elephant nature park, chiang mai ticket price timings. We reserved our visit about a month before we arrived. Elephant jungle sanctuary is a project that has set up ethical sanctuaries in thailand. The counterintuitive volunteering at the elephant nature park. These trips book up fast so in order to reserve your preferred trip it is best to book as far in advance as possible. Sooooo when i was in thailand back in august of 2015, the pamphlet of elephant nature park really spoke to me so i was excited to book the opportunity for nine friends traveling who had never been but they ended up being fully booked and i had to resort to elephant jungle sanctuary. Our intention was to have an encounter with elephants and we didnt want to have one the have fun with elephants events where elephants dance or do other stupid things. Elephant nature park is an elephant sanctuary about an hour north of chiang mai in northern thailand.
A special shorter version of our popular single day visit tailored to those who arrive later and have less time to spend at our park. Elephant nature park is humane and dedicated to the. Visiting elephant nature park in chiang mai, thailand. All of your money goes to running the park and its projects, however, so you know its going to. The organization rescued its first elephant, mae perm, in 1992, and has since gone on to rescue dozens more elephants across three countries. Enjoy a remarkable halfday ethical elephant experience with our friendly and healthy herd. We apologize for the inconvenience, due to a server and booking system upgrade from 8. Youre invited to visit rescued elephants at phuket elephant park. Additionally, they are committed to rainforest preservation and plant acres of trees every year. Elephant nature park is an elephant rescue and rehabilitation center in northern thailand where you can volunteer and visit to help. Jan 22, 2018 sooooo when i was in thailand back in august of 2015, the pamphlet of elephant nature park really spoke to me so i was excited to book the opportunity for nine friends traveling who had never been but they ended up being fully booked and i had to resort to elephant jungle sanctuary. Sponsorship money helps to provide food, medical care and shelter. You can also hang out at the viewing platform or skywalk to watch the elephants or simply curl up with a good book i did this almost every.
We would recommend booking your day trip here months in advance, especially if you are visiting during peak season or during festivals such as loi krathong. Most days, she can be found at elephant nature park spending time with the rescued herd. Mar 17, 2020 elephant nature park also offers weeklong stays for tourists who want a more hands on volunteering experience, head to their website to view the tour options and to book online. Elephant nature park, a unique conservation project set in chiang mai province, northern thailand has been in operation since in the 1990s with a goal to provide a sanctuary and elephant rescue center.
Most of our park day and overnight trips at elephant nature park booked out over the next few days and our volunteer places are busy until next. The volunteer program at elephant nature park provides an important revenue stream for the park. Watching elephants roam free in front of you all day, meeting an absolutely awesome bunch of people and learning some new skills was a great experience. Nestled within 210 acres of ozark woodlands, elephant rock is laced with hiking trails and beautiful overlooks of the illinois river, oklahomas crown jewel of waterways. Elephant hills are thailands first luxury tented jungle camps, combining the camp idea of african national parks with the thai tropical forest environment of our elephant park. High quality elephant nature park gifts and merchandise. Volunteers have the option of a oneday visit with the elephants, a halfday visit, or a twoday visit with an overnight stay on. Top 9 best elephant sanctuaries in chiang mai bon voyage. The park provides a natural environment for elephants, dogs, cats, buffaloes and many other animals under our care.