Chiang Mai: National Elephant Care & Rafting / Ziplines Half-Day Tour with Inclusive Lunch | Thailand
Get up close and personal with adorable elephants at the National Mae Wang Elephant Habitat Park, then elevate your experience with bamboo rafting or an exciting zipline adventure.
- Interact with the elephants by feeding, creating vitamin balls, and spending quality time with them
- Choose your adventure by opting for bamboo rafting or an adrenaline-pumping zipline experience.
- Explore the elephant habitat and relax on the comfortable return journey
Package Options
Sightseeing Tours
| Transportation method | Hotel transfer |
| Meal arrangement | Lunch included |
| Sightseeing type | Natural sights, Eco-tourism |
Product Info
— What You Can Expect —
Immerse yourself in the breathtaking natural beauty of Mae Wang, Chiang Mai, with a unique encounter with seven lovely elephant families. Chiang Mai, known for its stunning scenery, boasts an ideal elevation for animals, especially elephants.
Your adventure starts with hotel pick-up between 08:30 am to 09:10 am. The journey to the National Mae Wang Elephant Habitat Park, located south of Chiang Mai, takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Experience the truly unique and unforgettable experience with our lovely elephant families. Get informed the elephant's facts and elephant's physical appearance. Experience theirs's natural routines activities, feeding, riversides bathing/mud spa and how to care of them properly by professional English-speaking guide. Let's feeding some food them as they consume all day about 150-300 kgs or 10 percentage of their weight. Their diet consists of various plants materials such as grasses, leaves, fruits, twigs, tree bark and roots. They use their strong trunks to grasp and pull vegetables and large molars to grind tough plants materials. Makes the herbal vitamin ball for and feed directly to their mouth. Take a short walk with elephants to river sides and help them bathing. Elephant loves bathing to cool body and protect sensitive skin from the sun and parasites as they lack sweat glands and hire. Bathing also provides essential physical and mental stimulation, strengthens social bonds with herds. Elephant caretakers also monitor and check their heath and treat any skin issues. Having Thai lunch & seasoning fruits.
Next, choose your preferred activity: a 45-minute bamboo rafting trip along the main Mae Wang River or an exhilarating adventure at the Mae Wang Zipline Adventure with 15 platforms. Zip through dense forests, traverse suspension bridges, and enjoy breathtaking views of lush greenery and the meandering Mae Wang River. * Zipline package is included small Karen Village *
- 6 ziplines - 1 abseil
- 2 spiral staircases - 1 tree house
- 1 air skateboarding - 1 air bicycle
- 360 panoramic mountain view - first aid insurance and more
— Itinerary —
- 08:30 am - 09:10 am: Pick-up from your Chiang Mai city hotel
*Pickup times may vary depending on your hotel's location. The exact pick-up time will be provided after order confirmation - 09:10 am–10:30 am: Drive to Elephant Habitat (approximately 1 hour to 1.10 hours) (Stop for rest on the way at Gas Station)
- 10:40 am: Start the program with an informative session on elephants. Enjoy feeding and creating vitamin balls. Spend quality time with elephants (approximately 1.30 hour)
- 12:20 pm: Having Thai lunch at elephant care park
- 13:00 p.m. Choose between 45 minutes of bamboo rafting or zipline. Enjoy the full zipline platform for about 1 hour
- 2:15 pm: Drive back to the hotel (approximately 1.15 hours)
- 3:20 pm–3:45 pm: Arrive at your Chiang Mai city hotel
Immerse yourself in the elephant habitat and discover fascinating facts about these majestic creatures
Interact, embrace, and capture cherished moments through photographs
Refresh your senses with a scenic 45-minute bamboo rafting experience, immersing yourself in the local landscape
Experience the thrill at the Mae Wang Zipline Adventure featuring 15 platforms especially included visit small Karen Village
Zipline Adventure featuring 15 platforms especially included visit small Karen Village
Important Info
Reminders
A minimum of 2 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 2 day(s) before the departure date
In case of delays caused by traffic, weather, or other force majeure factors resulting in the cancellation of some itinerary attractions, please contact customer service. We will arrange a partial refund for you
In the event of inclement weather such as typhoons or snowstorms, a decision on whether to cancel the tour will be made 1 day(s) before departure (local time 08:00). Notifications will then be sent via email
Travelers with the following conditions or other health issues that could be worsened by excessive stimulation should not participate in this activity: Pregnant women, Heart disease
Please arrive at the designated location 5 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
Meals are not included for children under the age of 3
Admission tickets will not be included for travelers under the age of 3 and are required to be purchased on-site
FAQ
The National Mae Wang Elephant Habitat Park prioritizes the well-being and natural behavior of elephants. They practice a strict no-riding policy, focusing instead on compassionate interactions like feeding and observation. Elephants are rescued and rehabilitated, living in an environment that mimics their natural habitat, ensuring their health and emotional welfare. The park aims to educate visitors on responsible elephant tourism and conservation.
Visitors to the National Mae Wang Elephant Habitat Park can engage in meaningful interactions. This typically includes preparing food, feeding the elephants nutritious treats, and making vitamin balls for them. You'll also have the opportunity to participate in a refreshing mud spa and bathing session with the elephants, fostering a gentle and respectful connection in a natural setting.
You can conveniently book your visit to the National Mae Wang Elephant Habitat Park and its adventure activities through KKday. Booking via KKday offers the advantage of a streamlined reservation process and often includes round-trip transfers, ensuring a hassle-free experience from your accommodation to the park and back. This helps simplify your travel planning and enhances overall convenience.
The National Mae Wang tour offers a choice of exhilarating adventure activities to complement the elephant interaction. You can opt for a relaxing bamboo rafting experience down a gentle river, allowing you to enjoy the serene natural surroundings. Alternatively, choose an adrenaline-pumping zipline adventure, soaring through the lush canopy for a different perspective of the landscape.
The tour is designed as a holistic half-day experience, beginning with ethical elephant interactions at the habitat park. Following this, guests can choose to embark on a traditional bamboo rafting journey along the Mae Wang River or experience the thrill of ziplining through the jungle. This combination offers a balanced itinerary, allowing visitors to engage with wildlife and explore Chiang Mai's natural beauty in one integrated outing.
When selecting an elephant care experience, prioritize sanctuaries that emphasize ethical treatment, such as a strict no-riding policy and a focus on elephant welfare over entertainment. Look for places that allow elephants to roam freely in natural habitats, promote educational programs, and actively contribute to conservation. Responsible sanctuaries ensure respectful interactions, fostering a positive impact on both elephants and local communities.
The National Mae Wang Elephant Habitat Park experience is typically part of a half-day tour. This includes dedicated time for elephant interactions and activities within the park, followed by your chosen adventure activity (bamboo rafting or ziplining). The total duration also accounts for comfortable round-trip transportation from Chiang Mai, ensuring a comprehensive and enjoyable outing.
The bamboo rafting activity is generally considered gentle and suitable for most visitors who can sit comfortably. The zipline adventure requires a moderate level of physical fitness, as it involves walking, climbing short distances, and being harnessed. Participants should be in good health and not have any pre-existing conditions that could be aggravated by physical activity or heights.
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