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Rescue Elephant Centre, Chiang Mai: Half Day Experience at Ran-Tong Sanctuary

4.8

281 Ratings

Experience a memorable half day at the Ran-Tong Sanctuary in Chiang Mai, where abused elephants are rescued and cared for with passion. Learn about elephant welfare and Thai culture.

Duration: 5 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Ran-Tong Save & Rescue Elephant Centre - ITINERARY
Pick you up from your hotel/accommodation in Chiang Mai city.
Drives approximately 1 hour to Ran-Tong Save & Rescue Elephant Centre in Mae Taeng District.
On arrival, you will change to Mahout Style Karen clothes and start your elephant school where you will learn all about the centre and these incredible creatures.
Make vitamins for the elephants including pregnant, injured, and old elephants.
Meet the elephants, walk with them, take a bath for them and observe them in their natural habitat.
Say goodbye to the elephants and change your clothes.
Lunch/Dinner - Thai food, seasonal fruits, and drinking water.
Leave Ran-Tong Save & Rescue Elephant Centre and go back to your hotel/accommodation in Chiang Mai city.
**You should bring spare clothes, comfortable shoes, sandals that you do not mind getting wet and dirty, shampoo and soap, a camera, mosquito spray or insect repellent.

What's Included

Air-conditioned transportation
Included lunch
Traditional Karen clothing provided
Travel insurance

Additional Information

Ran-Tong is devoted to rescuing abused elephants from all over Thailand and surrounding countries. Every elephant rescued is brought to the sanctuary in Chiang Mai and cared for with great passion and enthusiasm. Our mission is not only geared towards the protection and prevention of abused Elephants in Thailand but also to educate the public about their long history within Thai culture. Founded in 2009, Ran-Tong has rescued over 40 elephants to date with the help of public generosity, support, and private donation they can continue their ongoing vital work. Our priority is animal welfare. At Ran-Tong Save & Rescue Elephant Centre, you will completely get to learn a lot about elephants and have a memorable experience with them.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings

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(281 Ratings)

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David_h

Apr 18, 2024

Great - We enjoyed the experience very much Would go back again Elephants were very well trained Cxxxxccccccc

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Lucyway

Apr 15, 2024

Perfect - Everything was perfect, I loved those elephants. Everyone was very nice to them, they looked happy, especially the youngest one :) Thank you!

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K4776ynmarkc

Apr 7, 2024

One in a lifetime experience - One in a lifetime experience, well organised and incredible fun.... Never have I ever been so up close to Elephants, it totally changed all my childhood zoo informed ideas about them. This is an incredible experience and a really special memory, set in lovely grounds with helpful and fun staff. The Elephants are clearly happy, well looked after and would highly recommend this trip.

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Richard_d

Apr 6, 2024

Ton of Fun during the Half Day Elephant Rescue Center experience - Perfect elephant rescue center experience for those who are unable to dedicate a full day to this type of event. The tour vehicle (mini-van) conveniently picked us up at the hotel for the approximate 1.5-hour comfortable drive north to the rescue center. The overall experience was awe inspiring as we were able to prepare food, then feed and also bath the elephants. You will of course get wet if you choose to bath the elephants and showers are available to wash up afterwards. Also, our guide at the center, named "Oh-Oh," was fantastic and she made the experience both fun and educational. We recommended this tour to our friends who traveled to Chiang Mai shortly after we did, and they also had a wonderful time. Highly recommended. We would definitely do this half day tour again.

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Tim_h

Apr 5, 2024

10/10 - Fabulous excursion. The elephants appeared very happy. It was a very “up close and personal” experience. No riding or tricks, just hanging out with elephants in a very natural environment. I would highly recommend this trip.

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Nathan

Apr 5, 2024

Amazing experience and nice sanctuary. - Really nice experience and the elephants are well looked after. Good schedule throughout the day and we got to do lots of activities such as preparing food, feeding the elephants and showering them. Together with return transport from your hotel it’s a fantastic experience.

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Suzettel

Apr 4, 2024

Don’t miss out and book this experience! - We had a really lovely time, the lady that guided us was really friendly. The elephants were amazing. We were able to prepare their food and feed them which was a fantastic experience. You were able to bathe and clean them which I didn’t do but the other people I were with did and said a great time was had by all! Highly recommend :)

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Barbarafi9452cc

Mar 28, 2024

Great Experience with Elephants - The day was well planned, and our guide was knowledgeable. It was an enjoyable and rewarding experience. I would recommend it.

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O2471dfroberts

Mar 27, 2024

Touching and heart warming even. Hope my visit helps running this awesome sanctuary - One of the most amazing trips I did in Thailand. The guides were amazing and I had the feeling that this sanctuary is truly ethical.

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