Chiang Mai’s Sanctuary with Soul — Since 2007

Where elephants are family, not attraction.

Chiang Mai’s Sanctuary with Soul — Since 2007

Where elephants are family, not attraction.

Experience Real Elephant Care

For over 17 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.

Recognized by travelers worldwide

Top 10% Worldwide

We’re incredibly grateful to the guests who shared their experiences and helped Elephant Sanctuary | Est. 2007 receive the Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice 2026 award.

This recognition places us among the top 10% worldwide—and means even more because it comes from real traveler reviews.

For us, it is a reminder to keep improving every part of the experience: elephant care, honest communication, reliable pickup, thoughtful guides, and warm support before and after your visit.

What Makes Us Different?

17 Years

17 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.

What Your Visit Really Supports

Respect Comes First

Elephants are sentient beings — emotional, social, and wise. That’s why we never force them to perform or interact. Every visit is built around their freedom, not our schedule.

Natural Life, Natural Moments

Here, elephants roam freely through forests, nap in the shade, roll in mud, and bathe in clean mountain water. You’ll walk beside them — not behind a rope — and witness who they really are.

Your Visit Helps More Than You Know

When you book a tour with us, you’re doing more than joining a sanctuary visit. You’re helping us care for our herd and support the community we call home.

Every Booking Directly Supports:

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.

17 years of ethical sanctuary work

12 Rescued Elephants

5★ Traveler-Rated Experience

Meet Our Elephants

Our elephant sanctuary in Chiang Mai is a home to 12 elephants — including 4 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.

Mae Kam

Retired logging elephant, now living slow and free. Rescued from a logging camp in northern Thailand.

Birthday

April 2, 1968 | Aries ♈️

Personality

Wise, calm, protective

Favorite snack

Pineapple stems 🍍

Dara

Loves quite mornings. Recued from the street begging in Bangkok.

Birthday

September 19, 1984 | Virgo ♍

Personality

Sweet, shy, observant

Favorite snack

Watermelon chunks 🍉

Nong Sai

Retired logging elephant, now living slow and free. Rescued from a logging camp in northern Thailand.

Birthday

June 11, 2018 | Gemini ♊️

Personality

Curious, energetic, mischief-maker

Favorite snack

Everything. Especially sugarcane 🍬

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.

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.

🙏Welcome & Elephant Lesson (30 min)

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.

🍌Feed & Walk with the Herd (1 hour)

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.

💧River Bath & Playtime (45–60 min)

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.

🍜Thai Lunch & Relaxation (30–45 min)

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.

Program options

Half-Day Morning
Half-Day Afternoon
Full Day Program

Daily Schedule

Morning Pickup: 07:00–07:30
Afternoon Pickup: 13:30–14:00
Drop-off: Hotel drop-off included for all programs

Pricing

Full Day Program: ฿2800 per person
Half Day Program: ฿1800 per person
Children under 12: ฿1200

What’s Included in Your Experience

Why travelers book with us

Why Travelers Choose Us

Real stories from guests who helped us earn the Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice 2026 award.

Rated 5 out of 5

Magical Experience

It was a magical experience to see the elephants roam freely in the forest. I was really happy that it was a very ethical sanctuary as few elephants were rescued from poachers but finally taken really care of.

Rated 5 out of 5

Worth every baht and then some.

The very reasonably price also included a homemade pad thai for lunch, some tea and also some physical to help out the staff😄

10/10 definetely worth it.

Rated 5 out of 5

We didn’t want to leave.

Wonderful experience.
Hotel pickup, clear explanations from our guide in English, elephants in the wild, feeding the elephants, and showering them. Ethical experience with respect for the animal. And clothing provided and the possibility of taking a shower!
My children loved it!es and pasts… It didn’t feel like a tour. It felt like joining a family.