Chiang Mai: Elephant Sanctuary Observation, Doi Inthanon & Hiking | 11 hours to 12 hours

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Chiang Mai: Elephant Sanctuary Observation, Doi Inthanon & Hiking
2 Adults x $74.82
$149.64
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$149.64
Pickup included

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: Thai, English
  • Free Photography
  • Towel
  • Guide: In-person: English, Thai
  • Lunch
  • Drinking Water
  • Insurance
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Elephant's Food & Snack
  • Ticket (Inthanon National Park & Twin Pagodas)
  • Other personal expenses

Overview

Step into a wild adventure at Joy Elephant Sanctuary. Meet majestic elephants, conquer Doi Inthanon & Hike through lush forests, and immerse yourself in Thailand's natural beauty. It's a journey you won't want to miss! Dive into our responsible tourism with Elephant Observation programs! Fun Interactions: Change into traditional Karen clothing, Learn, prepare elephants food and observe the gentle giants on their completely natural behavior while maintaining safe distance. Elephant Paradise: Refresh yourself with herbal tea and take a break at the waterfall, surrounded by serene rivers. Engaging to the core of the culture by learning how to craft your own Thai cultural handmade souvenir. Pump your excitement with Inthanon hike: Experience the unforgettable beauty of the breeze and mist atop Thailand’s highest peak, visit the beautiful Twin Pagodas, followed by exploring the jungle and water fall in Pha Dok Siew.

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Pick up from your hotel or accommodation in Chiang Mai A free transfer service to/from all places of accommodation within a 4 k.m. radius of Chiang Mai’s Old City. Transport from locations outside this area will incur a surcharge. In that case, kindly provide us the hotel/ property name. Customers will travel in ... a 12-seater, air-conditioned van, switching to a roofed 4×4 truck for the last 10 minutes to reach the sanctuary. Read more ▼

Itinerary

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    A One Day adventure with our Joy Elephant Sanctuary Observation, Doi Inthanon & Hiking Program. Enjoy scenic rural Chiang Mai as you're picked up and journey through picturesque landscapes. At the sanctuary, change into traditional Karen clothing for hands-on activities, preparing food for the elephants while learning about their history and behavior. Observe the elephants in the jungle while they roam freely. Sip herbal tea while you see the elephants enjoying their cool time before crafting a Thai cultural souvenir. Then you will enjoy your lunch before leaving the Joy Elephant Sanctuary heading towards Doi Inthanon.

    3 hours

  • Doi Inthanon

    Doi Inthanon, the highest mountain in Thailand at 2,565 meters, is located in Chiang Mai Province. Named after King Inthawichayanon, the area boasts rich biodiversity, including over 400 bird species, and features diverse ecosystems like rainforests and pine forests. Visitors can enjoy stunning waterfalls, the unique frost flower phenomenon in cool seasons, and visit the highest peak of Thailand.

    30 minutes

  • Twin Royal Stupas (Phra Maha Dhatu Nabha Metaneedol and Nabhapol Bhumisiri

    The Twin Royal Stupas, located atop Doi Inthanon in Chiang Mai Province, Thailand, are majestic monuments built to honor the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX) and Queen Sirikit. These elegant chedis are surrounded by beautiful gardens and offer panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and forests, making them a serene and culturally significant destination for visitors. The site also provides a picturesque setting for memorable photo shoots.

    45 minutes

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    The Pha Dok Siew Nature Trail, located on the Doi Inthanon mountain range, exemplifies "eco-cultural" tourism that focuses on the sustainable preservation of nature and local culture. The trail is rich with various plant species and wildlife, such as the White-Handed Gibbon (also known as Lar Gibbon), and features the Pha Dok Siew waterfall as its highlight. The trail is approximately 2.6 kilometers long and takes about 1.5-2 hours to walk, with a moderate difficulty level. It passes through the beautiful Pha Dok Siew waterfall, scenic streams, and terraced rice fields, ending at Mae Klang Luang village.

    2 hours

  • Ban Mae Klang Luang

    Mae Klang Luang village is recognized as a cultural and artistic museum of the Karen community, representing the concept of "people living with the forest." Additionally, it is a low-carbon tourist destination that minimizes environmental impact. Mae Klang Luang village also has a coffee farm, adding to its cultural and economic significance.

    30 minutes

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Additional Info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Pets are prohibited
  • Child seat is available up on request
  • The Pha Dok Siew hike is recommended for children above 5 years old.
  • What to bring: Extra Clothes, Swimming Suit, Sandals, Trekking / Hiking Shoes Sunblock lotion, Insect Spray, Customers own allergy medication
  • Driving from the city to the first attraction 3 hours (1.5 hours each way) - The rest of the 45 mins is being spent travelling within Doi Inthanon area

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April 25100% refund
April 26No refund

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Reviews

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One of the most beautiful...

Published on Jan, 2025

One of the most beautiful and educacional experiences I have ever had. They truly care for the elephants and the guides/drivers were very professional. Such a full experience and great communication

Great waterfalls

Published on Jan, 2025

More than I could have expected - our guide, Go, took us across the viewpoints of inthanon and we got a traditional lunch and some coffee as well as learned how to make smelling balm. It was clear they cared for the elephants and we got not one but two meals that day, Once at the park and once with the elephants. The waterfalls along the way and at the sanctuary were beautiful too.

A great day of elephants and trekking

Published on Dec, 2024

Had a great day! Started off by being picked up at my hotel and then driven to an ethical elephant sanctuary. The drive there was long, but there was a comfort stop halfway through. Once we reached the sanctuary, we had to switch to a truck to make it through the jungle and then we walked a bit further into the jungle to the sanctuary. We had a little safety briefing and then got to feed the elephants bananas and pumpkin. It was fun! After that, we followed the elephants as they walked through the jungle. This was followed by a swim near a waterfall, with the elephants watching on (they did not join us in the water). After the elephant sanctuary, we were driven to the highest point in Thailand and then we drove to see the twin pagodas. Lastly, we drove to the national park and went on a 2-mile hike through the jungle where we saw several huge spiders and a green viper! Oh, and several AMAZING waterfalls! It was a great tour. :)

Absolutely stuning day trip!

Published on Nov, 2024

We had a beautiful day, we were lucky that we booked the Tour alone except the part in the elephant sanctury was together with other people. Due to that we could decide on our own how long we would like to take Videos and Photos on each place. Our guide Ko was polite, friendly and really patient with us. It was a great experience! Hint: bring enough clothes with you warm/cold/beach clothes. The weather went from cloudy, to foggy/cold (highest point of Thailand) to warm/sunny (during the hike) you could swim in the river near the elephants therefore you May need swimwear.

Amazing

Published on Nov, 2024

It was amazing. The highlight of tour is the guide that everyone mentions Ippon. Such a gentle good soul. Feeding and spending time with the elephants was amazing. We had a great time. Just a word of advice that this is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

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