Chiang Mai
Ethical Elephant Day, Jungle Waterfall & Bamboo Rafting
- Full day · about 9 hours
- Up to 12 guests
- Hotel pickup included
- Free cancellation up to 24h
- Sanctuary fee included
From
US$65 per person
per person
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Free cancellation up to 24h before your start date. See terms
Questions before you book?
- Duration
- Full day · about 9 hours
- Starts
- Chiang Mai city hotels
- Ends
- Chiang Mai city hotels
- Group size
- Up to 12 guests
- Tour style
- Small group, nature
- Guide
- English-speaking guide and sanctuary staff
- Age
- 4+
- Activity level
- Moderate
Overview
A day in the hills with rescued elephants, the way it should be done: you prepare their food, feed them and walk with them through the forest. No riding, no performances.
After lunch we walk to a jungle waterfall and float back down the river on a bamboo raft.
Highlights
- Feed and walk with rescued elephants, no riding
- Learn about their care from the mahouts
- Jungle walk to a waterfall
- Bamboo rafting on a mountain river
- Lunch in the hills
Itinerary
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08:00Hotel pickup
Drive about 90 minutes into the hills.
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09:30Elephant sanctuary
Meet the herd, prepare food, feed them and walk alongside them.
Included: Sanctuary fee
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12:30Lunch
Thai lunch at the camp.
Included: Lunch
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13:30Waterfall walk
A short jungle trail to a waterfall where you can swim.
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15:00Bamboo rafting
About 40 minutes down the river on a traditional raft.
Included: Rafting
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17:00Return to Chiang Mai
Drop-off at your hotel.
What's included
Transport
- Air-conditioned transport
Guide
- English-speaking guide
Meals
- Lunch
- Water and fruit
Activities
- Sanctuary programme
- Bamboo rafting
Extras
- Change of clothes provided at the sanctuary
- Accident insurance
What's not included
- Tips for the mahouts and guide
- Personal expenses
Good to know
- We only work with sanctuaries where elephants aren't ridden or made to perform.
- Bring a swimsuit, towel and a spare set of clothes.
- Rafting may be replaced with extra forest time when the river is too high.
Cancellation
Cancel at least 24 hours before your start time for a full refund. Inside 24 hours we can't refund, because guides, vehicles and tickets are already committed. If we cancel for weather or safety, you choose a full refund or a new date.
Accommodation
This trip is a day trip: you return to your hotel the same evening, so no overnight stay is included. Want hotel nights added around it? Use “Build My Trip”.
Why book with TrueJourneyInc?
- Local partners we choose and book for you
- Free cancellation up to 24h before your start date
- Prices in USD, with every inclusion listed
- Personal support from a real person
- Hotel pickup or airport transfers included
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does this trip last?
Full day · about 9 hours.
Where does the trip start and end?
Hotel pickup included. We confirm your exact pickup time by email after you book.
How many people are in the group?
Up to 12 guests.
Where will I stay?
This trip is a day trip: you return to your hotel the same evening, so no overnight stay is included. Want hotel nights added around it? Use “Build My Trip”.
Is the price per person?
per person.
Is there a minimum age?
This trip is for travellers aged 4 and over.
Can I cancel or change my booking?
Free cancellation up to 24h before the start date for a full refund. You can ask to change your date at any time. Full terms are in our Cancellation and Refund Policy.
What is included in the price?
The price includes only the services listed under “What’s included” on this trip page. Hotels, transfers, guides, boats, meals and activities are included only when specifically listed.
Are international flights included?
No, unless this trip specifically lists flights under “What’s included.” Flights to and from the start and end of the trip are normally booked separately.
How do airport and hotel transfers work?
When transfers are included, we arrange them for you. After booking, we collect your flight and hotel details and confirm the pickup information before you travel.
Can I customize this trip?
Yes. You can ask for extra nights, different hotels, private guides, different start times or a different route. Use Build My Trip on this page, or contact us.
How do I pay and when is my booking confirmed?
You pay securely through checkout. The prices on this page are shown and charged in USD. Your booking is confirmed when we send your booking confirmation by email.
What happens if weather or local conditions change the itinerary?
Weather, sea conditions, closures and local rules can affect timing or the order of activities. Our local suppliers may adjust the plan for safety. If an included activity cannot operate, we provide a suitable alternative or refund that part when applicable.
Do I need travel insurance?
We strongly recommend it on every trip, and some adventure trips require it. Choose a policy that covers cancellation, medical care and the activities on your itinerary.