Experience Elephant Sanctuary + Sticky Waterfall
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September 2026
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4.9/5
Based on 97 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Experience Elephant Sanctuary + Sticky Waterfall worth booking?
Experience Elephant Sanctuary + Sticky Waterfall is a 6-hour experience in Chiang Mai, Thailand, from $90 per person. It scores 83 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 97 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 83 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (97)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $90 per person
The Elephant Sanctuary Camp where you can see the Elephant live freely in their nature environment. 08.00 Pick up from your hotel to DooDoi Elephant Sanctuary. Get up close to the hugh sacred animal of Thailand who was r
What you get
About this experience
The Elephant Sanctuary Camp where you can see the Elephant live freely in their nature environment. 08.00 Pick up from your hotel to DooDoi Elephant Sanctuary. Get up close to the hugh sacred animal of Thailand who was rescue from the riding camp and forest timber logging industries. Watching the Elephant live freely as their nature environment, no chine, no hook, no pushing them doing something. Volunteer helping Mahout to findout the food for Elephant by cutting the Nepia Grass, chop pumpkin, sugarcane, and banana. Relax at the Sticky Waterfall, climbing up-down and swimming. Note: The activities is a private transfer, when you're at the sanctuary you have to join with another customers (group size 6-9 people)
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Lunch
- All Fees and Taxes
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Not included
- Customers personal expense
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- GoWithJoe
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 97 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
97 verified traveler reviews for Experience Elephant Sanctuary + Sticky Waterfall. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Highlight of our...
Highlight of our experience in Chiang Mai. We had minimal time here so being to start early was great for us to have the rest of the afternoon free. Our guide warmly greeted us and on our drive he shared knowledge about the area and the history of elephants in Chiang Mai. My friend and I hadn’t had breakfast so our guide even took us to 7/11 so we could grab snacks. The elephant sanctuary they bring you to is well known by Thai people due to the monk that runs it. The waterfalls after were super fun too! We got about an hour to explore and only needed about 45 minutes so we were able to go back to our hotel early. I would 100% recommend this tour. One thing I wish I knew is that I didn’t need to wear grubby clothes because you won’t get dirty at the waterfalls and they give you all new clothes at the sanctuary that you can wear your swimsuit under.
via Viator
Incredible experience
Very hands on and amazing the staff was fantastic well educated and very accommodating was additional things we did not expect but its was perfect like making some of the food for the elephants
Response from the operator: The experience you could not get from somewhere else. Customers happy is our priority.
via Viator
We loved it and you will too ❤️
Do not worry about whether this is an ethical tour or not. Doodoi is an elephant sanctuary founded by a monk who saved an elephant from harsh working conditions in the local logging industry. Since then all the elephants cared for at this sanctuary are Rescue elephants. We had a wonderful day learning about the elephants and making their food before feeding them. The elephants are very tactile and it is a privilege to be so close to them that you can look into their eyes, and they into yours - a deep experience! We also learned how paper is made from their waste (!) before crossing the river to their free area and bathing with them in the water. Our guide at Doodoi was called Moon and she loved her job and treated us really well, taking lots of photos and videos which we will treasure. Our driver Ming was lovely and very helpful, always answering our questions and clearly happy to see us enjoying the experience. We were even fed with freshly cooked food on site. Give this tour a go, we did and loved it and you will too. Don’t forget to make a donation while you’re there to help the Sanctuary with its work.
Response from the operator: Love your review. You are happy we are happy as well.
via Viator
Best elephant experience ever
This was the most amazing experience we’ve ever had. We were so careful choosing the sanctuary because we wanted to make sure it was ethical and good for the elephants. This one is founded by a monk and the elephants are joyous and incredibly close to their mahouts. We also happened to visit when they had a baby and the baby was so playful!! We learned so much from Moon, who was the best guide. She was so knowledgeable about the elephants’ personalities and relationships. Definitely do this experience!!
Response from the operator: Many thanks for such a really good review. We choose this sanctaury because they are all really good care of elephants. All our customers will be joyful with a limited number of visitor to the sanctuary.
via Tripadvisor
Great time! Time well spent!
So fun! We loved the intimacy of the tour with the elephants and then to the waterfall!
Response from the operator: Customer happy of their holiday in chiangmai with us is our priority. Come with us.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $90 to $5641
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 34
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 83
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Experience Elephant Sanctuary + Sticky Waterfall: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Chiang Mai.
How much does Experience Elephant Sanctuary + Sticky Waterfall cost?
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Prices start at $90 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Chiang Mai usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Experience Elephant Sanctuary + Sticky Waterfall take?
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Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Chiang Mai is not rushed.
Is Experience Elephant Sanctuary + Sticky Waterfall worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 83 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 97 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Chiang Mai, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Experience Elephant Sanctuary + Sticky Waterfall?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Experience Elephant Sanctuary + Sticky Waterfall suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Experience Elephant Sanctuary + Sticky Waterfall?
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Around 34 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Chiang Mai can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Chiang Mai and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Experience Elephant Sanctuary + Sticky Waterfall start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Chiang Mai within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Chiang Mai?
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On Outty we rank every Chiang Mai experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Half-Day Thai Cooking Class at Organic Farm in Chiang Mai, Full Day Thai Cooking at Farm (Chiang Mai), Thai and Akha Cooking Class in Chiang Mai. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Chiang Mai?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Chiang Mai?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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