Welcome to
ELEPHANT NATURE
SANCTUARY PARK
PRIDE AND RESCUE
An Ethical Elephant Rescue And Haven In Chiang Mai, Northern Thailand
Join our rescued family - Book Now!
Half day programs, Full day trips. Whether in a group or for a private experience.
This Month's Offer!
Half Day Morning or Afternoon Group Visit.
Was 2200 TBH, Now 2000 TBH
The half-day program offers a wonderful opportunity to spend quality, ethical time observing and walking alongside our magnificent rescued elephant herd. We prioritize a relaxed, immersive environment where you can learn about their individual histories, help prepare their natural dietary snacks, and watch them socialize freely. It is the perfect option for travelers with a tight holiday schedule who still want to make a meaningful, compassionate impact.
Morning Tour Pickup: 07:00 AM – 07:30 AM from your Hotel/Hostel
Afternoon Tour Pickup: 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM from your Hotel/Hostel
Price: 2000 THB (Child discounts available)
This Month's Offer!
Full Day Elephant Group Visit & Bamboo Rafting.
Was 3500 TBH, Now 3000 TBH
Experience the perfect blend of nature, culture, and adventure on this unforgettable full-day tour from Chiang Mai.
Spend the morning with rescued elephants in a peaceful, ethical sanctuary where they roam freely. Prepare their favorite treats, feed them, and learn about their care while observing their natural behaviors in a respectful, no-riding environment.
After a delicious Thai lunch, continue your adventure with a scenic bamboo rafting journey along the beautiful Wang River, drifting through
Tour Pickup: 08:00 AM – 08:30 AM from your Hotel/Hostel
Price: 2,800 THB Child (Child discounts available)
Half Day Private Visit.
Was 5500 TBH, Now 4500 TBH
Elevate your sanctuary visit with a bespoke, private experience designed entirely around you.
Perfect for honeymooners, couples, or families seeking extra space, this tour offers total flexibility and the comfort of your own dedicated vehicle, driver, and personal guide from start to finish.
We provide seamless, door-to-door service - including hotel or airport pick-ups - allowing you to travel at your own pace with the freedom to store your luggage securely.
You will enjoy the same ethical, immersive connection to our rescued herd as our group guests, but with the undivided attention of your private guide and the intimacy of a tour crafted exclusively for your party.
Who We Are!
The Sanctuary is a dedicated rescue and rehabilitation haven nestled in the beautiful mountains of Northern Thailand. Founded on a deep commitment to genuine animal welfare, our sanctuary provides a safe, permanent home for elephants rescued from the hardships of riding, logging, and the tourist entertainment industries.
When travelers search for a Chiang Mai elephant sanctuary, they look for real transparency, uncompromised ethics, and authentic feedback. Thanks to the shared experiences of 924 global visitors, we are incredibly proud to be recognized as one of the region’s premier ethical destinations.
We offer a strictly compassionate, hands-off environment where elephant well-being always comes first. Here, there are no chains, no forced performances, and absolutely no riding—just majestic giants living as nature intended. Your visit directly funds the lifelong care, nutrition, and medical rehabilitation of our rescued herd. Join us at our sanctuary for a highly recommended, responsible travel experience that truly makes a difference.
Your visit is their lifeline
When yo;u choose to visit our Sanctuary, you aren’t just observing magnificent animals, -,you are directly sustaining their lives and futures. Your ticket is a vital contribution that makes our essential, round-the-clock work possible.
What Your Support Provides:
- Nutritious Food
- Your contribution helps us source the fresh fruits, vegetables, and specific dietary supplements they need to thrive.
- Expert Veterinary Care
- Your visit funds the specialized medical care required to keep our rescued herd healthy.
- Preventative Health Measures
- Your support is critical in helping us fund the ongoing monitoring and care necessary to defend our herd against serious illnesses, including EEHV.
- Dedicated Care Team
- Your support ensures our mahouts and team can continue their vital work every single day.
Experience Real Elephant Care!
For over 11 years, our local sanctuary has quietly protected and cared for elephants who were once exploited.
No crowds. No chains. No riding. Just peace, clean rivers, and banana-loving elephants living their best lives.
Our Promise To Elephants
Every elephant here lives free — no chains, no riding, no tricks. Just elephants being elephants — loved, respected, and finally at peace.
11 Years of Ethical Sanctuary Work
10 Rescued Elephants
5 Star Traveler-Rated Experience
What makes us different?
11 Years
11 years of real sanctuary work — not just tourism.
No Riding, Ever
We believe in dignity, not performances.
Small Groups
For a calm, respectful experience. And actually we just enjoy this way.
Meet Our Elephants
Our Chiang Mai elephant sanctuary is home to 10 elephants — including 2 baby elephants who were born here and are now growing up safely with their herd. Each elephant has been rescued from difficult pasts and now lives freely in our care. Visiting us means supporting an ethical elephant experience in Chiang Mai, where you can see happy elephants, learn their stories, and witness true family bonds in a natural sanctuary setting.
NAM CHOKE
Retired logging elephant, now living free. Rescued from logging camp in Northern Thailand
Energetic and very curious very playful, loves sugarcane
Born 2016 October
MAE NOI
Loves Loves quite mornings. Recued from the street begging in Bangkok.
Wise, observant, shy, loves bananas
Born 1972 October
Every elephant here has a story — one of survival, healing, and a second chance at life.
As you walk beside them, our guides will share their journeys and the moments that brought them home.
SHABU
Play full, loves playing in the water, rescued from the streets of Bangkok.
loves the river, likes watermelon
Born 1993 October 4
Program Options
Half-Day tour Morning/afternoon
Full Day tour
Private Tour
Daily Schedule
Morning Pickup: 07:00–07:30
Afternoon Pickup: 12:30–1:00
Free pick up and drop off from your hotel is include in all the programs
What’s Included in Your Experience
- Elephant feeding, walking & river bathing, mud spa
- Cooking elephant snacks & vitamin balls
- Thai lunch with fresh local ingredients
- Round-trip transportation from Chiang Mai
- Stunning photo opportunities in nature
- Optional shower & change facilities
- Small group size for a calm, personal vibe
- Insurance
🙏Welcome & Elephant Lesson
Begin your visit with a warm hello from our team and a short, heartfelt intro to elephant care.
We’ll share their stories, explain basic behavior, and guide you on how to engage respectfully.
💧River Bath & Playtime
If they’re in the mood, join the elephants for a splash in the river!
Some love mud, some love water, some just want to chill — we follow their lead.
🍌Feed & Walk With The Herd
Help prepare fruit and vitamin snacks — then hand-feed them to our elephants (they’ll remember you forever).
Walk alongside them as they roam, snack, and just be elephants in the open space.
🍜Thai Lunch & Relaxation
After all the fun, enjoy a freshly prepared Thai meal with views of the sanctuary.
Shower and change if you like — then take a moment to breathe it all in.
Your Visit Experience
More than just fun — this is a mindful day of bonding, care, and joy.
Every moment is designed to respect the elephants and let you connect naturally.
Described as the BEST elephant experience in Thailand, offering meaningful half‑day, full‑day, and overnight tours with ethical care at the center
A beautiful half‑day experience walking, feeding, and bathing elephants in a peaceful forest setting. Andy showed genuine care, and the fresh lunch was excellent. Highly recommended
My wife and I were celebrating our anniversary, so we took the private tour. It was one that we will forever cherish.
The staff was amazing and I loved how they took care of me my children. 100% recommend.
The half day tour was amazing, wish i could have gone for the full day. We had wonderful time
A memorable day with caring staff who explained everything clearly and made the experience enjoyable and educational.Described as the BEST elephant experience in Thailand, offering meaningful half‑day, full‑day, and overnight tours with ethical care at the center
My husband and i loved this tour so much. From when they picked us from our hotel, to the elephant experience. We loved the lunch, very delicious. We must come back again
We went in the afternoon, it was a the weather was not great but the experience made our day, my friends and I totally loved how you took care of us.
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