Overnight Elephant Care: Two Days One Night Adventure
Activity Overview
Experience the magic of nature with our Overnight Elephant Care: Two Days One Night Adventure – No Riding. Immerse yourself in an unforgettable journey designed for animal lovers and adventure seekers alike. This unique getaway allows you to spend two days and one night caring for majestic elephants in their natural habitat, fostering a deep connection without riding.
On this adventure, you and your companion will engage in hands-on activities, from feeding to bathing these gentle giants, gaining insights into their behavior and conservation efforts. The experience includes comfortable accommodations, delicious meals, and expert guidance to ensure a fulfilling and enriching time.
Escape the ordinary and create lasting memories with our Overnight Elephant Care: Two Days One Night Adventure – No Riding. Book now for an ethical and immersive experience that celebrates wildlife and nature!
Itinerary
2 days · 1 night · All times are approximate except hotel pick-up at 08:30.
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08:30
Hotel Pick-up & Drive to the Park
- Pick-up from your Chiang Mai hotel or guesthouse (locations outside the middle ring road may incur an additional charge).
- Approximately 1-hour drive north to Elephant Rescue Park.
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~10:00
Arrival, Uniforms & Introduction
- Change into the beautiful uniforms provided by the park.
- Short introduction about the elephants and our park, led by experienced guides.
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~10:30
Elephant Food Activities
- Plant elephant food (June–September), or cut sugarcane and grass for the elephants.
- Make vitamin balls for the elephants.
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~12:30
Home-Cooked Lunch
- Enjoy a delicious home-cooked lunch prepared by the park team.
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~13:30
Walk & Bathe with the Elephants
- Walk with the elephants up hill to observe their natural habits.
- Bathe with them in the elephant swimming pool.
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~15:30
Freshen Up & Check-in
- Get changed back into your own clothes and freshen up.
- Enjoy snacks and fresh coconut juice before checking in to your room.
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~18:30
Dinner & Group Chat
- Dinner and a relaxed group chat around the table.
- Help with the cooking if you'd like!
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Morning
Wake Up, Uniform & Breakfast
- Wake up and change into your park uniform.
- Enjoy breakfast and take time to relax.
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~09:00
Morning Walk & Bathe with the Elephants
- Walk with the elephants up hill again to observe their natural habits.
- Bathe with them in the elephant swimming pool.
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~11:30
Get Changed & Lunch
- Get changed back into your own clothes.
- Enjoy a delicious home-cooked lunch.
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~13:00
Farewells & Sticky Waterfall
- Say goodbye to the staff and the elephants.
- Visit the famous Sticky Waterfall — a unique travertine waterfall you can actually walk up barefoot.
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~15:00
Return to Chiang Mai
- Return back to your Chiang Mai accommodation by approximately 15:00.
What's Included
Please note: All activities are not mandatory.
Things to Know
What to Pack
- Towel
- Insect repellent
- Sunglasses
- A pair of socks (for the rubber boots provided)
- Sunscreen
- Walking shoes
- Swimwear
- Spare clothes
- Camera / smart phone
- And most importantly — your smile and love for our elephants! 🐘
Please Note
- Complimentary pick-up and drop-off for accommodations within Chiang Mai's middle ring road. Locations outside this zone are subject to an additional transfer charge.
- Guests travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned minibus or car.
- Overnight accommodation is in a traditional wooden house — no air conditioning, but an electric fan and clean fresh air are provided.
- All activities are not mandatory — join in as much or as little as you like.
Deposit, Cancellation & No Show Policy
All bookings to our park are accepted only on the basis of our terms and conditions. You, all members of your party, and Elephant Rescue Park are bound by them.
Deposit required: A deposit is required during the booking process in order for us to confirm your booking.
For bookings of 1–3 people, the deposit fee is ฿1,000 (total).
For 4 or more people, the deposit is ฿2,000 (total).
Balance payment: The balance for your tour is payable at the park in cash in ฿ (Thai Baht). Payment by credit card is NOT accepted.
Cancellations have both an operational and financial impact on Elephant Rescue Park. As a result, the following booking conditions apply to ALL bookings:
- Cancellation from the date of booking up until 2 days before your tour commences will incur a cancellation charge of 50% of the deposit paid.
- Cancellation within 2 days prior to your tour commencing, or a No Show on the day, will incur a cancellation charge of 100% of the deposit paid.
We recommend all visitors have travel insurance in place to cover cancellation charges in the event of sickness or accident.
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