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Big Boy Elephant Observation (No Touch) + Bamboo Rafting
(2) Reviews
Chiang Mai
About
Spend a day of ethical elephant care and serene bamboo rafting at Big Boy Elephant Sanctuary. As a true sanctuary, visitors do not touch, bathe, or feed the elephants directly—you observe them respectfully in their natural environment.
Help prepare food for the elephants, join a hands-on vitamin ball workshop, and learn to cook authentic Pad Thai in a local cooking class. After your time at the sanctuary, enjoy a relaxing bamboo raft ride along the Mae Wang River, surrounded by beautiful jungle scenery.
This full-day experience focuses on wildlife respect and local culture, perfect for animal lovers and travelers seeking meaningful experiences.
Highlights: - Observe elephants in a true et...
Highlights
From 9 hours to 10 hours
Offered in Thai & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 9 hours to 10 hours
Offered in Thai & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Drinking water
Cooking workshop materials and ingredients
Material for elephant food and vitamins
Certified English-speaking tour guide
Insurance
All necessary materials and equipment are provided to ensure a safe & ethical elephant observation.
Transfer by air-conditioned vehicle (in Chiang Mai city areas)
Your freshly cooked Pad Thai creation
Gratuity (not mandatory)
Important Information
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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The tour will proceed despite the bad weather as long as it is still safe to do the activities.
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What to bring • Extra clothes that you don't mind getting wet and dirty • Towel • Insect spray • Jacket (please expect colder weather than Chiang Mai city)
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Big Boy Elephant Observation (No Touch) + Bamboo Rafting
(2) Reviews
Chiang Mai
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$63.00
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About
Spend a day of ethical elephant care and serene bamboo rafting at Big Boy Elephant Sanctuary. As a true sanctuary, visitors do not touch, bathe, or feed the elephants directly—you observe them respectfully in their natural environment.
Help prepare food for the elephants, join a hands-on vitamin ball workshop, and learn to cook authentic Pad Thai in a local cooking class. After your time at the sanctuary, enjoy a relaxing bamboo raft ride along the Mae Wang River, surrounded by beautiful jungle scenery.
This full-day experience focuses on wildlife respect and local culture, perfect for animal lovers and travelers seeking meaningful experiences.
Highlights: - Observe elephants in a true et...
Highlights
From 9 hours to 10 hours
Offered in Thai & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 9 hours to 10 hours
Offered in Thai & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Drinking water
Cooking workshop materials and ingredients
Material for elephant food and vitamins
Certified English-speaking tour guide
Insurance
All necessary materials and equipment are provided to ensure a safe & ethical elephant observation.
Transfer by air-conditioned vehicle (in Chiang Mai city areas)
Your freshly cooked Pad Thai creation
Gratuity (not mandatory)
Itinerary
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Big Boy Elephant Sanctuary
Observe elephants as they roam freely in their natural habitat—no riding, no bathing, just respectful, ethical care. At Big Boy Elephant Sanctuary, you'll prepare their food, craft herbal vitamin balls, and help plant for their future.
Then, join a hands-on cooking class to make authentic Pad Thai and enjoy your creation before bidding farewell to the elephants.
3 hours and 30 minutes
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Mae Wang Waterfall
Visit the beautiful Mae Wang Waterfall, a serene escape surrounded by lush jungle and mountain scenery. Cool off beneath the cascading water or take a dip in the shallow stream at its base. The area is perfect for relaxing—sit on smooth rocks, listen to the soothing sound of flowing water, and take in the natural beauty around you. With birds calling overhead and greenery all around, it’s an ideal moment to unwind and reconnect with nature before continuing your adventure.
1 hour
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Mae Wang National Park
Bamboo Rafting – Float gently along the Mae Wang River in the heart of Mae Wang National Park, a region known for its lush forests and mountain scenery. Surrounded by greenery and birdsong, you’ll drift past bamboo groves and quiet jungle banks, with the chance to spot elephants drinking at the river’s edge. This peaceful ride offers a unique perspective of Northern Thailand’s natural beauty and a relaxing end to your adventure-filled day.
