
Top Pick - Full or Half Day @Elephant in Wild Sanctuary ChiangMai
Traveler rating
4.7/5
Based on 246 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Top Pick - Full or Half Day @Elephant in Wild Sanctuary ChiangMai worth booking?
Top Pick - Full or Half Day @Elephant in Wild Sanctuary ChiangMai is a 7-hour experience in Chiang Mai, Thailand, from $39 per person. It scores 80 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 246 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 80 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (246)
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $39 per person
Planning a day trip here in Chiang Mai? then you’ll not go far wrong choosing one of our unique tours. You’ll get to care for our elephants, learn about them. your visit will be a life changing experience far beyond your imagination…
What you get
About this experience
Planning a day trip here in Chiang Mai? then you’ll not go far wrong choosing one of our unique tours. You’ll get to care for our elephants, learn about them. your visit will be a life changing experience far beyond your imagination…
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- Photography
- Lunch
- All Fees and Taxes
- Insurance
What you'll see and do
Mae Taeng
Pick up from hotel in Chiang Mai city between 08.00 - 08.30am and drop off about 06.30pm. ***If you book Half Day options there are no Trekking or Rafting*** - Depart from hotel and drive thought rural area and forest hill - Learn about Elephants behaviours in natural surroundings. NO RIDING!! - Learn how to prepare foods for elephants - Observing our beautiful rescued elephants as they roam throughout our sanctuary - Observing the elephants in mud spa, which help their skin and protect from insects - Observing when they are bathe at river in a natural way, as they would in the wild - Enjoy lunch (Thai foods) - White Water Rafting through the rain forest about 50 minutes - Trekking for 2 hours (1 hour go, 1 hour back) through jungle & beautiful waterfall - Back to Chiang Mai City (about 06.30pm) What to bring; Towel, Bathing Suit, Walking Shoes, Change of Clothes We don’t use chains, hooks or any other cruelty tactics like that because our elephant family are allowed to roam free.
360 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Chiang Mai
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
Sticky Waterfall+Elephant Care
Elephant Care+Sticky waterfall Duration: 8 hours Free Lunch and Fruits: Vegetarian friendly Free Pick up and Drop off: Pick up time : 08.00 - 09.00am (Depends on traffic) Drop off time : 06.00 - 06.30pm (Depends on traffic) Pickup included
Half Day - Elephant Care Only
Duration: 6 hours Free Lunch and Fruits: Vegetarian friendly Air-conditioned vehicle: Minivan Free Pick up and Drop off: Pick up time : 08.00 - 09.00am (Depends on traffic) Drop off time : 02.30 - 03.30pm (It could be earlier depends on traffic) Pickup included
Full Day with Hiking & Rafting
Duration: 8 hours Free Lunch: Vegetarian friendly Air-conditioned Minivan Free Pick up and Drop off: Pick up time : 08.00 - 09.00am (Depends on traffic) Drop off time : 06.00 - 06.30pm (Depends on traffic) Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Local Tours Center
Know before you go
- 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
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 245 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Physical effort
3 mentionsExpect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
245 verified traveler reviews for Top Pick - Full or Half Day @Elephant in Wild Sanctuary ChiangMai. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Epic
Excellent experience and the tour guide was very nice would recommend to friends to do the experience
via Tripadvisor
Unforgettable experience
We had a great time in this sanctuary. Feeding and petting the elephants is an unforgettable experience. Our tour guide Min was really nice
via Tripadvisor
Professional Elephant & Adventure Tour in Chiang Mai
This tour is very professional and was carried out well. The pick up was really on time, around 8am as conveyed. The drop off was also around 530pm - 6pm as stated. Our guide, Tha Tha (unsure if I mispelled), a young 24-year old male guide is very friendly and helpful throughout the tour, especially during the hike where he will point out suitable paths/rocks for us to walk on. He also helps takes photos and videos using our phone throughout the tour. The hike was better and more challenging than I expected. Your shoes will get wet due to stream crossings, so be prepared. The pace of the hike was quite fast as its about 1 hour uphill, 20 mins swim at the waterfall and 1 hour downhill. Its more fun to hike in a group with people looking out for one another. The rocks are slippery. I survived because I wore sports shoes. I dont know how one guy in my tour managed to hike well with slippers. So it depends on your ability. Our guide also explained really well during the Elephant tour. It went on for a good 10-15 minutes of explanation, followed by food preparation for the elephants (cutting of fruits). Afterwards, we fed the elphants and bathed them in the river. One feedback I would provide to them is to let the elphants chill and relax in the river if they want to, instead of asking them to get out of the river just because the tour is ending. Thats the whole point of a sanctuary afterall. Overall, I would highly recommend this tour. The 5 year old baby elephant, SongKran is really friendly, sociable and cute. The adult elephants are really majestic, gentle and cute too. The river rafting (approx 3km distance) at the end was fun too. A nice, relaxing way to end the tour.
via Tripadvisor
Good experience
Our guide Sak was excellent with good energy and a lot of interesting facts. We picked the half day so missed the the rafting and trekking but the rafting did look very fun. It would have been good to see the elephants in their actual sanctuary as well just to observe. The experience is not technically completely ethical as their is interaction with them via feeding and bathing but the do seem to care about the elephants and take good care of them.
via Tripadvisor
Great experience and beautiful animals
Very fun experience. Elephants were really very well behaved and everyone had a lot of laughs. So good to see these magnificent animals well taken care of.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $39 to $1,851
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 86
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Who runs this experience
Operated by Local Tours Center, who run 3 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 76.1 and 1 in the 90+ Club.
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Top Pick - Full or Half Day @Elephant in Wild Sanctuary ChiangMai: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Chiang Mai.
How much does Top Pick - Full or Half Day @Elephant in Wild Sanctuary ChiangMai cost?
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Prices start at $39 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 Top Pick - Full or Half Day @Elephant in Wild Sanctuary ChiangMai take?
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Plan for about 7 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 Top Pick - Full or Half Day @Elephant in Wild Sanctuary ChiangMai worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 80 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 246 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 Top Pick - Full or Half Day @Elephant in Wild Sanctuary ChiangMai?
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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 Top Pick - Full or Half Day @Elephant in Wild Sanctuary ChiangMai suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Top Pick - Full or Half Day @Elephant in Wild Sanctuary ChiangMai?
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Around 86 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 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Top Pick - Full or Half Day @Elephant in Wild Sanctuary ChiangMai 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), Chiang Mai Elephant Sanctuary, Bamboo Rafting and Waterfall Tour. 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.
What is included in Top Pick - Full or Half Day @Elephant in Wild Sanctuary ChiangMai?
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Included: Bottled water; Photography; Lunch; All Fees and Taxes; and Insurance. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Top Pick - Full or Half Day @Elephant in Wild Sanctuary ChiangMai include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 462 listed pickup locations in and around Chiang Mai. Be ready about 30 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Top Pick - Full or Half Day @Elephant in Wild Sanctuary ChiangMai offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Top Pick - Full or Half Day @Elephant in Wild Sanctuary ChiangMai?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Top Pick - Full or Half Day @Elephant in Wild Sanctuary ChiangMai wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Top Pick - Full or Half Day @Elephant in Wild Sanctuary ChiangMai if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Top Pick - Full or Half Day @Elephant in Wild Sanctuary ChiangMai?
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Across 246 reviews averaging 4.7 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, photo opportunities, organization. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Expect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
What booking options are available for Top Pick - Full or Half Day @Elephant in Wild Sanctuary ChiangMai?
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There are 3 options to choose from, including Sticky Waterfall+Elephant Care, Half Day - Elephant Care Only, Full Day with Hiking & Rafting. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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