5.0 (669) · Chiang Mai · By Elephant Pride Sanctuary Skip the line Free cancellation Skip the line
Have you ever desired to have a magical trip with Thailand's most revered animals and witness them in their home deep in the jungle? Then, this elephant pride sanctuary full-day trip is for you. Elephants have an average lifespan of 60-80 years, very similar to humans, so we wish to provide them a comfortable place to live in nature. Our goal is to allow people to experience these amazing elephants while maintaining the honor and pride of these incredible animals.
✓ Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle✓ Insurance coverage✓ Drinking water provided✓ Three Thai meals with seasonal fruits1 Full Day Elephant Sanctuary Experience
8:15 AM - 8:30 AM: Pick up all customers at their hotel lobby and drive south of Chiang Mai by air-conditioned car to the Elephant Pride Sanctuary in Inthanon National Park.
At the sanctuary, you will learn about elephants and how to care for them in the jungle. Discover their personalities and how they live within our sanctuary.
Elephant Pride Sanctuary is a small, family-run sanctuary, organized by local people from generation to generation. We keep our elephants in the jungle on sanctuary land larger than 9600 square meters, ensuring they live far from roadsides.
In 1989, the Thai government announced the cancellation of logging in prohibited forest areas, resulting in the closure of remaining natural forests. This is why we can retire and rescue elephants from hard work, rentals, and the jungle. We purchase grass and corn stover, averaging 8 trucks per month, about 150-200 kg per day.
We welcome all who love the pride of elephants to come and care for them, save them, love them, and rescue them. Your payment acts as a donation to help us support their good life at our sanctuary. Thank you so much. Elephant Pride Sanctuary awaits elephant lovers worldwide to care for them.
· 8 h · Admission included
Your mobile or paper ticket is accepted. One ticket is required per booking.
Please specify your hotel name if it's not in the provided list for pickup. For locations more than 4 km from the old city canal, an additional fee of 500 Baht applies.
Pickup is scheduled between 8:15 AM and 8:30 AM.
Please bring a change of clothes (t-shirt), a towel, flip-flops, and a swimsuit.
A raincoat is recommended for rainy days.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. This tour is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries. Suitable for all physical fitness levels. Care Pride Elephants: Full-Day Tour Experience Pickup service is included. Wear comfortable clothing that you don't mind getting dirty. Bring sunscreen and insect repellent. Carry a small bag for personal items. Be prepared for a day of walking and interacting with elephants. Respect the sanctuary's rules and guidelines for the well-being of the animals. Your visit directly contributes to the elephants' care and welfare. For a full refund, please cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Product code: 141046P2
Activity offered by Elephant Pride Sanctuary via Viator.
WizardTrip Help Center Animal lovers Eco-tourists Families Travelers seeking meaningful experiences Ethical elephant sanctuary experience Interaction with rescued elephants Learn about elephant care and conservation Jungle setting within Inthanon National Park Authentic Thai meals included Support a local, family-run initiative
Population 1,198,000 (2022)
Elevation 310 m
Currency baht
Official language Thai
Driving on the left
Power plugs A, B, C, F · 220 V
Emergency number 191
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What time is the pickup for the tour? + Pickup is scheduled between 8:15 AM and 8:30 AM.
What should I bring for the elephant sanctuary visit? + Please bring a change of clothes (t-shirt), a towel, flip-flops, a swimsuit, and a raincoat if it might rain.
Is there an extra charge for pickups outside the old city? + For locations more than 4 km from the old city canal, an additional fee of 500 Baht applies.
What is the cancellation policy? + For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
★★★★★ Viator review
Incredible experience!!!!
Mary_M, August 2026
Our family of 5, including 3 kids 8-12 years old, did this full day tour a couple of days ago. It was an amazing experience! The chance to be up close with the 3 elephants and their handlers in such a gorgeous location was truly special. We walked with the elephants, fed them bananas and watermelon, watched them roll and play in the mud pit and then our kids swam with them in the stream and helped to wash off the mud. We also had a delicious local lunch of chicken, fried ride, egg and tons of fruit. The pace was very relaxed. We spent about 5 hours at the sanctuary plus a few hours of driving. This is the tour to do if you really want to slow down and enjoy a quiet relaxed day in nature just observing the elephants and enjoying the beautiful surroundings.
★★★★★ Viator review
Never showed
Allison_S, July 2026
Unfortunately we did not get to participate as the driver never showed to pick us up. We waited over an hour at our hotel and ended up having to book a half day session somewhere else instead of doing the full day instead. After countless attempts to contact, the activity manager finally called me back and apologized offering a full refund and free booking the next day.
Response from the operator · elephantpride01 First of all, we must apologize. It's something we shouldn't have to accept. We understand, and we apologize again. We are deeply saddened by what happened. It stemmed from a new staff member recording your date as the next day, which didn't match your booked date by one day. Upon realizing this, we immediately contacted you. We offered a full refund and pleaded for an opportunity for you to participate in the activity with us the following day, as our staff had scheduled, at no extra cost. That was the only thing we could do. Everyone is sorry for what happened. We sincerely apologize for making you feel uncomfortable during this important part of your trip. If you return to Chiang Mai again, we hope to have the opportunity to serve you. Thank you very much. Our deepest apologies.
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Fabulous experience in this wonderful sanctuary
Ciaran P, June 2026
Beautiful day with mother and daughter elephants being so well cared for by the farming family. Tam and Coffee were our guides giving us their history and daily routine. We were allowed to feed them and then walk through the forest and hills in their natural feeding grounds. Then we bathed in the river and were allowed to cool the elephants down with river water. Finally a beautifully prepared meal of local produce from the very kind farming family. Overall a fabulous experience for us.
★★★★★ Viator review
A good experience
william_f, June 2026
I would say it's a pretty good experience if you want to get up close and personal with Asians elephants. You will travel to a small farm with some rice patties and you get to take a walk with the elephants of a mountain. The elephants are very aware that they will be said sugarcane and we were up close personal and it was a very nice experience for my son and myself small type of run operation but I feel that you will enjoy the experience. Be sure to take lots of photos and wear shoes sandals you will be slippery
★★★★★ Viator review
Amazing day
louise_v, May 2026
Amazing expirience! We booked a private tour and were alone with the elephants all day. We walked them, fed them and bathed them. Elephants were calm and happy and eating a lot!! The elephants freely decided the pace and we followed them. We will never forget this day!
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