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Half Day Elephant Sanctuary & Bamboo Rafting Tour

4.9(1,284)Read reviewsChiang Mai, Thailand
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Highlights

  • Feed and bond with elephants

  • Enjoy a playful mud spa with them

  • Bathe and swim with elephants in the river

  • ORelax on a scenic bamboo rafting ride

About this experience

Discover the beauty of Thailand’s wildlife and nature with this half-day elephant care and bamboo rafting experience. Spend time with gentle elephants in their natural environment—feed them, touch them, and join them for a playful mud spa. Afterward, help bathe them in the river, an unforgettable bonding experience that allows you to connect with these amazing animals in a respectful and ethical way.

After your time with the elephants, continue your adventure with a peaceful bamboo rafting ride down a scenic jungle river. Drift along the water, taking in the lush greenery and the tranquil sounds of nature. Whether you’re a wildlife lover or an adventure seeker, this tour offers the perfect balance of fun, relaxation, and ethical animal interaction.

Your hotel in Chiang Mai City. Additional charges apply for outside pickup areas.

Experience an unforgettable adventure where you’ll interact with friendly elephants in their natural environment. Begin your journey by preparing food and feeding them, watching as they enjoy their favorite treats. Then, get hands-on with a fun mud spa, where you’ll cover the elephants (and yourself!) in cooling mud to protect their skin. Afterward, join them for a refreshing river bath, splashing and scrubbing them clean in a truly magical bonding moment. To complete your adventure, hop on a traditional bamboo raft and glide along a peaceful jungle river, surrounded by lush greenery and the sounds of nature.

Itinerary

6 stops

  1. 07:00 - 07:30 or 12:30 - 13:00

    Hotel Pickup

    You’ll be picked up from your hotel and head to the Elephant Jungle Family for an unforgettable experience.

  2. Meet & Feed the Elephants

    You’ll arrive at the sanctuary and be welcomed by friendly elephants. Prepare their food and feed them bananas, sugar cane, and watermelon while learning about their habits and behaviors.

What's included

Included

  • Round-trip service from your hotel
  • English-speaking guide
  • Entrance fees to the elephant sanctuary
  • Elephant food
  • Bamboo rafting experience
  • Drinking water
  • Insurance

Not included

  • Lunch
  • Personal expenses

Know before you go

What to bring

  • Comfortable clothes
  • Swimwear
  • Sandals or water shoes
  • Hat and sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Insect repellent
  • Camera or waterproof phone case
  • Towel & change of clothes

Location & pickup

Chiang Mai

Free hotel pickup in the Old City and most central Chiang Mai hotels. The map pin shows the activity location.

Pickup window confirmed on WhatsApp the evening before

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

Cancel for any reason up to 24 hours before your tour start time — full refund of your deposit, no questions asked. After that the deposit is non-refundable, but the cash balance is never charged if you cannot make it.

Guest reviews

4.91,284 reviews

  • Patchara InthaJanuary 2025
    5.0· Verified guest

    Took the family on tour, staff replied very quickly and gave great recommendations.

  • Ciaran SandsJanuary 2025
    5.0· Verified guest

    Such an amazing tour can't recommend enough!

  • Alberto PardoJanuary 2025
    5.0· Verified guest

    Awesome experience, will be back soon

  • Apisara WongkhatJanuary 2025
    5.0· Verified guest

    This was really nice. Done a Doi Inthanon trip with this agency, really enjoyed it.

  • Jane BrettDecember 2024
    5.0· Verified guest

    We loved our elephant sanctuary trip with Chiang Mai Go Tours. Great family day out and amazing experience to see the elephants so well looked after.

  • Marcus ClimpsonDecember 2024
    5.0· Verified guest

    Chiang Mai is beautiful and with the help of Go Tours it was an even more pleasant experience. Would recommend!

Frequently asked questions

  • What makes this elephant tour ethical?

    This tour follows a no-riding and no-abuse policy, allowing elephants to roam freely in their natural habitat. You’ll interact with them in a respectful way through feeding, mud spa, and bathing.

  • Will I get wet and muddy during the tour?

    Yes! You’ll join the elephants for a mud spa and bathe them in the river, so expect to get wet and muddy. It’s all part of the fun, so bring a change of clothes!

  • Is the bamboo rafting safe?

    Yes! The bamboo rafting is gentle and relaxing, floating down a calm jungle river. Life jackets are provided, and experienced guides ensure your safety.

  • Is this tour suitable for children?

    Yes! This tour is family-friendly and safe for children. Kids love interacting with the elephants, and the activities are designed for all ages.

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