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Chiang Mai Ethical Elephant Sanctuary and Pha Dok Siew Trail
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Children’s tickets are available for those aged 4 to 9 years and must be accompanied by their parents.
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Children aged 0-3 years can join free of charge and must be accompanied by their parents.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Make the most of your Chiang Mai trip with a full-day journey combining ethical elephant observation and Doi Inthanon hiking, with convenient hotel pickup in Chiang Mai. Travel through peaceful countryside before meeting a rescued elephant sanctuary in a respectful, non-riding setting. Change into Karen clothing and experience preparing food, feeding them safely, sipping village herbal tea, and observing their natural routines without forced bathing. Enjoy a local lunch, then continue to Thailand’s highest mountain to visit the misty summit, Twin Royal Pagodas, and botanical garden. Hike the Pha Dok Siew Nature Trail past forest paths, waterfalls, rice terraces, and a Karen coffee farm. Book...
Highlights
From 11 hours to 12 hours
Offered in Thai & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 11 hours to 12 hours
Offered in Thai & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Drinking water
Basic insurance
Inthanon National Park & Twin Pagodas ticket
English speaking guide
Food for the elephant
Photography
Round-trip transfer from 5 km radius of Chiang Mai Old City area
Towel & traditional Karen clothing
Local lunch
Personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
Extra food and drinks not mentioned in the program
Meeting Points
Departure
Joy Elephant Sanctuary, Chiang Mai (Office)
Guest can come to meeting point by private car, taxi, or other public transportation. Please arrive a little before the scheduled activity time. If you arrive more than 10 minutes after the scheduled time, you may be considered a no-show.
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Chiang Mai Ethical Elephant Sanctuary and Pha Dok Siew Trail
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Make the most of your Chiang Mai trip with a full-day journey combining ethical elephant observation and Doi Inthanon hiking, with convenient hotel pickup in Chiang Mai. Travel through peaceful countryside before meeting a rescued elephant sanctuary in a respectful, non-riding setting. Change into Karen clothing and experience preparing food, feeding them safely, sipping village herbal tea, and observing their natural routines without forced bathing. Enjoy a local lunch, then continue to Thailand’s highest mountain to visit the misty summit, Twin Royal Pagodas, and botanical garden. Hike the Pha Dok Siew Nature Trail past forest paths, waterfalls, rice terraces, and a Karen coffee farm. Book...
Highlights
From 11 hours to 12 hours
Offered in Thai & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 11 hours to 12 hours
Offered in Thai & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Drinking water
Basic insurance
Inthanon National Park & Twin Pagodas ticket
English speaking guide
Food for the elephant
Photography
Round-trip transfer from 5 km radius of Chiang Mai Old City area
Towel & traditional Karen clothing
Local lunch
Personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
Extra food and drinks not mentioned in the program
Meeting Points
Departure
Joy Elephant Sanctuary, Chiang Mai (Office)
Guest can come to meeting point by private car, taxi, or other public transportation. Please arrive a little before the scheduled activity time. If you arrive more than 10 minutes after the scheduled time, you may be considered a no-show.
