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Elephant Sanctuary: Ethical Doi Inthanon Experience
4.6
22 Ratings
Doi Inthanon National Park
Discover ethical elephant encounters at Doi Inthanon. Join Karen Hill tribe guides for a cultural adventure. Perfect for friends and family.
Discover ethical elephant encounters at Doi Inthanon. Join Karen Hill tribe guides for a cultural adventure. Perfect for friends and family.
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Doi Inthanon National Park - After being picked up from your hotel, the journey to the elephant sanctuary takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. Upon arrival, you will be welcomed by one of the guides, who are members of the Karen Hill tribe. Throughout the tour, you will have the opportunity to admire the beauty of the Asian elephants as they…
- Doi Inthanon National Park - After being picked up from your hotel, the journey to the elephant sanctuary takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. Upon arrival, you will be welcomed by one of the guides, who are members of the Karen Hill tribe. Throughout the tour, you will have the opportunity to admire the beauty of the Asian elephants as they roam freely around the park. Observe the elephants as they enjoy eating, walking through the jungle, and conclude with a relaxing bath in the nearby river. Our tour guides will provide unique insights and education about the elephants and the Karen Hill tribe. Once the tour concludes, lunch will be provided at a wonderful nearby restaurant before you are returned to your hotel.
What's Included
- Licensed/Certified Guide
- Lunch
- Licensed/Certified Guide
- Lunch
What's Not Included
- Tea and coffee
- Bottled water
- Tea and coffee
- Bottled water
Additional Information
Discover the wonder of our magnificent elephants in the heart of Doi Inthanon National Park. Our company is committed to conducting tours ethically, providing elephants with the freedom to roam without chains and prohibiting activities such as elephant riding. Our guides, who are members of the Karen Hill tribe, are eager to answer all your questions…
Discover the wonder of our magnificent elephants in the heart of Doi Inthanon National Park. Our company is committed to conducting tours ethically, providing elephants with the freedom to roam without chains and prohibiting activities such as elephant riding. Our guides, who are members of the Karen Hill tribe, are eager to answer all your questions during the tour. This promises to be a fantastic cultural experience for both friends and family.
- The extra two hours is for the transportation from hotel to elephant park to and from.
- The restaurant can provide food for vegitarian and vegan customers. If you have any dietary requirements please inform the staff.
Location
Doi Inthanon National Park
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.6
(22 Ratings)
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Megan_h
Dec 18, 2025
This was such an... - This was such an incredible experience. From start to finish. Our guide was friendly and knowledgeable. When we arrived at the sanctuary all staff were the same and you could tell all the animals were well loved and looked after. The lunch spot was beautiful and no fuss. All guides were very friendly and chatted with everyone and shared their knowledge throughout the tour. Would 100% recommend.
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912jacalynm
Dec 2, 2025
Fun time with the elephants - Had a wonderful time. Cops our tour guide was excellent. The staff at the sanctuary were very informative and encouraged interaction with the elephants. Would definitely book again if I return to Chiang Mai.
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Akilo989
Nov 15, 2025
Amazing experience - Amazing experience getting to feed and walk with elephants in a safe environment.
The drop of and pick to and from the hotel was great and everything was explained clearly.
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Jackson
Nov 3, 2025
Fun elephant tour - Very fun trip to see the elephants, efficient pickup and drop off from hotel and lunch was good. We got to feed the elephants and then walk with them through forest as they ate and relaxed.
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Jill_f
Nov 1, 2025
Fantastic excursion, do not miss this one! - The guide was very knowledgeable, and the elephants were well taken care of. There was plenty of time to feed and pet the two adult and one baby elephant. The scenery was outstanding and the folks that worked at the sanctuary. We’re lovely. I met folks from the Karen tribe were gracious and wonderful. The ride to and from the sanctuary was comfortable. I am a well seasoned traveler, and this experience was one. I will never forget. Do not miss it!
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644kbroodco
Aug 13, 2025
Walk in the Forest With Gentle Giants & Playful Babies - We booked the private half-day elephant tour — just the two of us, three elephants, two baby elephants, Taksin, and the mahouts. It was magical.
We enjoyed a fantastic walk through the forest in Chiang Mai. The elephants were peaceful and relaxed (they had already eaten from the previous visitors, so they were calm), while the baby elephants were playful and full of energy. Spending time with them in such a natural setting was unforgettable.
Taksin was very helpful and answered all our questions with patience and knowledge.
This was the best elephant sanctuary experience we’ve ever had — ethical, authentic, and truly special. Highly recommended for anyone looking for an intimate, non-rushed elephant encounter in Chiang Mai.
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Jerry_s
Jul 24, 2025
Ethical and intimate experience! - We're still in awe! Note was an amazing guide. He gave the story of each elephanf and the sancuary itself. We learned a lot! The Elephants are beautiful, majestic, and gentle creatures. We recommend coming here for a small and more private experience.
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932martil
Apr 22, 2025
10/10 expirience - Very nice expirience! 10/10. Very nice people and perfect treatment to elephants. I really recomend it! I went with my family and we had a very good time.
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Aartidevi_s
Dec 28, 2025
Poor experience due to driver and guide - Driver picked us up on time. Then Went to next stop and left us in can waiting for half an hour. I had to contact the tour company which then contacted driver and he came back. It told us 2 hours to get to the elephants instead of 1 hour.
Our guide was sub par and did not offer any information. We had to ask questions to which we received minimal answers. Other guides were more talkative and interactive with the elephants and the people in their group. Other guides took lots of pictures for their guests while ours did not. Overall poor experience due to the guide and driver.
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Tanya_c
Nov 6, 2025
NOT a sanctuary!! - This was NOT a sanctuary...these elephants were clearly bred to entertain people. Although I loved seeing them, I felt guilty the whole time. They barely have an acre or two of land. It was VERY entertaining but if you care about it truly being a sanctuary...choose somewhere else! Operator was VERY disorganized and calling it a sanctuary feels like false advertising. Gross bus as well. Operators were very nice but gave no info without pressing them for it. Lunch was very yummy.
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