Elephant Observation & Bamboo Rafting
About This Activity
Experience our Elephant Observation, Waterfall & Bamboo Rafting adventure, spend a full day relishing rural Chiang Mai close to nature.
Change into traditional Karen clothing upon arrival at the sanctuary, as you soak in their fascinating culture.
Engage in hands-on activities, feeding elephants and learning about their history. Sip herbal tea while observing elephants in their habitat, then enjoy a cooling break at the waterfall.
Craft a Thai souvenir before a tranquil bamboo rafting journey down the Wang River passing through forests and listening to river sounds. End your day with nice memories to take back home.
Your trip begins with a pick-up from your Chiang Mai accommodation, starting off on a scenic 1.5-hour journey through beautiful rural landscapes of flowing mountain rivers, green rice fields, golden cornfields, and lush banana plantations along the way.
Upon arrival at the sanctuary, you’ll be warmly welcomed and invited to immerse yourself in the local culture by changing into traditional Karen clothing. Our knowledgeable tour guides will provide fascinating insights into the sanctuary and its magnificent elephants.
Engage in hands-on activities as you join in preparing nourishing food and snacks for the elephants, building a deeper connection with these majestic creatures. Enjoy feeding the elephants while maintaining a safe distance. Learn about their history and behavior and develop a connection with these magnificent creatures.
Take a moment to unwind and sip freshly harvested herbal tea from the village while observing the elephants in their natural habitat. Witness their daily routines, from foraging in the jungle or indulging in playful mud baths.
Take a refreshing break at the waterfall, which is situated in serene surroundings. Then Craft your own Thai cultural handmade souvenir to take back home.
After bidding farewell to the elephants, take a short journey to the bamboo rafting release point. Experience the beauty of the jungle while floating down the peaceful Wang River.
Return to Chiang Mai remembering the Joyful elephants at Joy Elephant Sanctuary.
Itinerary
Duration 8-9 hours
08.00 – 08.30
- Pick up from your hotels or accommodation in Chiang Mai
- Drive approximately 1½ hours through a beautiful rural area where you can catch sight of flowing mountain rivers, rice fields, corn fields, and banana plantations.
10.00
- Upon arrival at the sanctuary, you will be greeted and welcomed
- Change into traditional Karen clothing and receive a briefing about the sanctuary and the Elephants by our knowledgeable tour guides
- Participate in preparing food and snacks for the elephants, a hands-on experience
- Enjoy feeding the elephants while maintaining a safe distance, as you learn about their history and understand their behavior
12.30
- Enjoy a delicious local meal
13.00
- Watch the elephants’ daily routine, which might involve observing them as they look for food in the jungle, bathe with the mahouts, or relax in the mud as they bond within the herd (subject to the natural behavior and preferences of the elephants on the day of the visit)
- Drink freshly harvested herbal tea from the village while observing the elephants in their natural habitat
- Take a refreshing break at the Water Fall ( No Elephant Bathing )
- Craft your own Thai cultural handmade souvenir to take back home
14.00
- Leave Joy Elephant Sanctuary and drive approximately 20 minutes to bamboo rafting trip release point where each raft comes with a river guide who will take charge and guide you down the river.
- Experience the beauty of the jungle while Bamboo Rafting on the peaceful Mae Wang River
15.30
- Change clothes and ride approximately 1 hour back to Chiang Mai
16.30
- Arrive at your accommodation after enjoying your Elephant Observation & Bamboo Rafting
***The timings are only approximate with the exception of designated pick-up times
Pick-Up Time
08.00 – 08.30
Include
TRANSFER
Round-Trip Transfer to/from your Accommodation in Chiang Mai
TOUR GUIDE
English – Thai
MEAL
Complimentary Local Meal
DRINKING WATER
Free refill drinking water
ELEPHANT’S FOOD & SNACK
INSURANCE
Accident insurance
TOWEL
TICKET
For Bamboo Rafting
Free Service
PHOTOGRAPHY
An additional photography service at no extra charge.
Need to know
WHAT TO BRING?
- Extra Clothes
- Swimming Suit
- Sandals
- Insect Spray
- Sunblock lotion
- Customer own allergy medication
NOTE
- A free transfer service to/from all places of accommodation within a 5 k.m. radius of Chiang Mai’s Old City.
- Transport from locations outside this area will incur a surcharge.
- Customers will travel in a 12-seater, air-conditioned van, switching to a roofed 4×4 truck for the last 10 minutes to reach the sanctuary.
- Bamboo Rafting is suitable for all ages. However, young children and infants require close parental supervision for safety.
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PRICE
ADULT
2,000 THB
CHILD (4-9)
INFANT (0-3)
FREE
Honoring Your Contribution
With every payment, you’re making a positive impact on the lives of our elephants and local community. We’re deeply grateful for your contribution and for being a vital part of their journey!
