
Private Half Day Morning Elephant Sanctuary + Long necked Village + Free transfer to The Tiger Kingdom. Chiang Mai Tours
Highlights of the trip.
This trip is perfect for someone who wants to be close to the elephants, but does not have enough time to do a full day program. The activities include feeding, hugging, walking along side by side and bathing for you to develope a connection with the elephants. You will also have the opportunity to be in the village of the Long necked tribe who immigrated from Myanmar.
Photo Corner.
Elephant training 1. Elephant training 2.
Itinerary
Leaving from your hotel to the Elephant Sanctuary in the morning, Heading north of Chiang Mai to Mae Tang which takes about an hour. Upon arrival at the camp you will meet the chief elephant keeper who will brief you on basic elephant information and handling. After changing into provided clothing for you to use during the activity, you will be instructed on preparation of elephant food and supplements. Once the food is prepared, you will then meet the elephants and feed them. You will be given some information on approaching and befriending the gentle GIANTS. After getting some training in giving basic commands, you will walk along side by side to your elephants to the forest and take them for fresh grass in the field up the hill. When you reach the river, it is time for you to bath your elephants (be prepared to get wet!). After the elephant bathing, time to thank your elephants before saying good bye. On the way back stop at the Long Neck Village, see the incredible length of the ladies' neck and continue back to Chiang Mai city.
Optional : On the way back, you could choose to visit the Tiger Kingdom** where we could play with the tigers’ cubs or the big tigers. However all expenses for the tickets entrance fee would be your own expenses on spot which depends on the sizes of the tigers you prefer to, please.
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The price : 2,200 THB/person (Private tour only. Minimum 2 persons.)
Pick up time : 8.30 am. At hotel lobby
Time Duration : Daily from 8:30 am. – 1.00 pm.
Tour type : Private tour only. ( Minimum 2 persons to start the trip)
Service provided by : Chiang Mai Tour Center only.
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What should you bring?
Weather tips!
November - February.
During the winter in Thailand, the temperature is between 5 - 12 degrees Celsius / 41 - 54 degrees Fahrenheit. You should come prepared with appropriate clothing. This is the best time for traveling in Thailand, due to the nice and cool weather. The landscape is covered with blooming flowers and lush vegetation which makes the bio diversity of birds and wildlife plentiful.
March - May.
This is summer time, the temperature is between 28 - 33 degree Celsius / 82 - 91 degrees Fahrenheit. The hottest time of the year is April, when temperatures can reach as high as 43 degree Celsius / 109 degrees Fahrenheit. Bring something light and thin to wear. Hat, Sun glasses and sunscreen is recommended.
June - October.
This is the rainy season, the temperature is between 18 - 25 degree Celsius / 64 -77 degrees Fahrenheit. An umbrella or rain coat are recommended. Flip flops or thongs are the best shoes to wear during these months.
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