Ethical Elephant Sanctuary in Chiang Mai

Explore our Chiang Mai programs

One of the most rewarding things to do in Chiang Mai is experiencing the journey with us at Elephant Jungle Sanctuary in Chiang Mai. Immerse yourself in our Half Day, Full Day, and Overnight Stay options when visiting our elephant sanctuary in Chiang Mai. You will feed, bathe, and play with the elephants in Chiang Mai. We believe it’s important for you to learn as much as possible about these gentle giants and why protecting them is crucial.

Within our sanctuary, safety is our priority! Before starting activities, the sanctuary provides a full safety briefing. Our experienced guides and elephant carers (mahouts) will closely supervise you throughout your visit. Additionally, you can participate in a Tie-Dye Workshop, Elephant Poo Paper Workshop, and take a souvenir home with you! 

Join our meaningful project and learn about the conservation efforts at the best elephant sanctuary in Chiang Mai. Learn how we care for them and discover why we are truly an ethical elephant sanctuary in Chiang Mai. 

Chiang Mai: Half Day Experience
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The Half Day program invites guests to engage in a more interactive experience, including elephant bathing and mud spa activities, fostering a deeper connection with these majestic creatures in a responsible and enriching environment.
Chiang Mai: One Day Elephant Care
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Transform from a visitor into a dedicated caretaker for a day. Dive deep into the world of elephant wellness as you work alongside our team to monitor their health, prepare nutritious supplements, and foster a meaningful connection through hands-on care.
Chiang Mai: Feed, Craft & Chill @ Elephant Jungle Cafe
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Discover a unique blend of ethical elephant interaction and sustainable creativity! Feed our friendly giants, join a hands-on poop paper workshop, and relax at the Elephant Jungle Cafe with a refreshing Thai treat.
Chiang Mai: Feed & Shower Experience
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Our one-of-a-kind Feed and Shower experience allows visitors an opportunity to interact closely with elephants in an ethical manner.
Chiang Mai: Watch Me Experience
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The Watch Me program offers a unique opportunity to observe elephants in their natural habitat from a respectful distance, ensuring an ethical and educational experience.
Chiang Mai: Volunteer program 3D2N
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Spend three days living alongside rescued elephants at Elephant Jungle Sanctuary. Join the daily care routines, work with our vet team, and get a real look at what ethical elephant stewardship looks like — not as a tourist, but as part of the team.
Chiang mai: Overnight Experience
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Experience overnight elephant sanctuary Chiang Mai. Join EJS for elephant bathing, jungle trekking, and Karen culture with an ethical two-day adventure.

Highlight: Overnight Visit at Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Chiang Mai

The Overnight Visit program at Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Chiang Mai offers a unique chance to interact with elephants in a peaceful, natural environment. This special elephant tour in Chiang Mai allows visitors to enjoy activities like feeding, bathing, and a mud spa, followed by an overnight stay. The next day, you can visit multiple sanctuary locations for hands-on experiences with elephant care, creating lasting memories while observing these majestic creatures up close in their newfound freedom. A great example of a truly ethical elephant sanctuary in Chiang Mai.

FAQs - Elephant Jungle Sanctuary in Chiang Mai

Yes. We offer a free transfer service to/from hotels and most other places of accommodation within a 5km radius of Chiang Mai's Old City. Visitors requiring transport from locations outside this area will incur a small transport surcharge.

We recommend staying in Chiang Mai the night prior to your visit to Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Chiang Mai. Planes, buses, and trains are often delayed, and we are unable to wait for you outside of your assigned pickup time. If you wish to be dropped off at the airport or another location following your visit, please inform us of this at least 24 hours prior to your visit. Please note that we cannot offer you priority treatment, and all guests will be dropped off in the most efficient order possible.

Bookings for Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Chiang Mai must be made at least 12 hours before the assigned pick-up time for your visit for overnight experience, Half Day Visit, One Day Walk With Elephants, and Feed and Shower experience. And at least 2 hours for the Feed Me experience. In order to avoid disappointment, we recommend booking as early as possible.

Yes, you can arrange your own transport for the Feed Me and Feed & Shower programs at Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Chiang Mai. For other programs, we highly recommend using the EJS transfer service to ensure safety and convenience, as some camps are far from the city and may require navigating unmarked or unpaved roads. If you wish to transport yourself directly to the camp, please contact us at [email protected] for further guidance.

At the present time, there are four Elephant Jungle Sanctuary locations include: