Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Chiang Mai

Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Chiang Mai

Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Chiang Mai
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Elephant Jungle Sanctuary is an ethical and sustainable eco-tourism project located approximately 60km from the city of Chiang Mai, Northern Thailand. Founded in July 2014, it is a joint initiative between members of the Karen hill-tribes and Chiang Mai locals who were concerned about the welfare of elephants in Thailand.
Chiang Mai, Thailand
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Doliver
12 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2024 • Family
Came here whilst on a family holiday to Thailand. All of the staff were lovely, the food was amazing! The elephants were wonderful, even the naughty baby one. Brilliant experience
Written 16 March 2024
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Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with our team. Your support means the world to us. We glad you're having a great time. Thank you so much again. We hope to see you again soon!
Written 16 March 2024
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Clare C
Stockport, UK22 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2024 • Couples
We had an amazing day here today. We were picked up from our hotel and then driven for just over an hour to the camp.

From the offset it is obvious that the elephants are extremely well cared for, with them all having been rescued. The staff were very friendly and knowledgeable.

We did the full day package and started the day feeding the elephants, then we went for a walk with them, made them their Vitamin balls and then fed them to them, then the absolute highlight was getting in the water with them and giving them a mud spa!
Theres showers and changing facilities, and a photographer onsite takes photos for no extra charge, with the link provided on Facebook.
Lunch and plenty of water provided throughout the day. Also had no issues catering for dietary requirements, but I did email them in advance to inform them.

It really was an amazing day.
Written 15 March 2024
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Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with us! We're happy to hear that you had such an amazing day with us. We're honored to have been a part of your unforgettable day, and we look forward to welcoming you back for more adventures in the future!
Written 16 March 2024
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Tursiops
12 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2024 • Friends
The entire experience was wonderful. The guides were excellent, the briefings clear, the time with the elephants was magical. We fed them, bathed them, and rubbed them (and each other!) down with mud. Showers were provided and changing rooms. We needed our own towels. A simple dinner was very good. Happy guides, happy people, happy elephants! The only bad thing was the long van ride. Highly recommended.
Written 13 March 2024
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Thank you for sharing your incredible experience at our sanctuary. We're happy to hear that you enjoyed your time with us. We value your feedback and are always looking to improve. Your suggestions has been noted. We're sorry for the inconvenience. We look forward to welcoming you back for more authentic experiences.
Written 14 March 2024
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Jean B
4 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2024 • Solo
It always comes down to "The People"
This group of fine women and men at Chaing Mai's Camp 3 are Seasoned professionals. They are masterful at combining their Mission and creating an atmosphere of sensitivity, compassion, and hysterical fun among their guests. Everyone deserved a massive tip at the end of a lifetime" event for each and every one of us. We came from every corner of the globe and spoke many different languages but by the end of the day we were all one big happy family-speaking "elephant". It's a pure memory of a lifetime.
Written 12 March 2024
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Thank you for your heartfelt feedback! We're grateful to hear that your experience with us was unforgettable. Thank you for choosing us. We look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable experiences in the future.
Written 13 March 2024
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Ando11
Chelmsford, UK93 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2024 • Couples
Good experience and hope they can grow to do even more for the elephants.

We were picked up from our hotel, and the journey took about 80mins (depends on pickups from other hotels and traffic).

We were super lucky (after reading some other reviews). We chose a day when we were the only guests at this camp - camp 2.

We had 4 gorgeous elephants to feed and view. Ranging from a young but lively male elephant appropriately named 'naughty boy' through to a stunning and calm 75 year old matriarch. Each elephant seemed well fed and in good health. The elephants individual personalities were great to watch, and how the older elephants would correct the young males 'inappropriate' behaviour.

We got to feed the elephants 3 times; physically giving the food to the elephants who were behind a barrier. You got to feel the power and gentleness of these beautiful giants - amazing. We chose the 'Watch me' experience and thus were more hands off. Side note - our lunch was stunning. Great Thai food!

I hope these sanctuaries go on and do more for the conservation of these creatures. It is great they have taken these elephants away from circus's and logging - starting re-wilding programmes and letting individual herds roam larger expanses of land would be amazing.
Written 12 March 2024
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Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with us! We're happy to hear that you had such a memorable day with our four gorgeous elephants. Your support for our conservation efforts means a lot to us. We'll try our best to be better everyday. Thank you again for choosing us. We look forward to welcoming you back for another unforgettable experience!
Written 13 March 2024
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Carrie216
Cleveland, OH52 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2024 • Couples
We were able to get up close and personal with 6 wonderful elephants. Our guides were friendly and helpful. They clearly loved these elephants.
Written 5 March 2024
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Knowing you had a fantastic time is the best reward for us. Thank you for your heartfelt words!
Written 13 March 2024
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Diane N
Minneapolis, MN14 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2024 • Friends
Truly an amazing experience! Learning about these retired/rescued elephants and how they're cared for at this sanctuary was extremely insightful. The elephants seem to be treated very well. We appreciated Chay and Pang for showing us how they make medicine balls for the elephants. After feeding the elephants bananas and bathing with them, we enjoyed a delicious vegetarian buffet lunch. My only wish was they sold the cool shirts we wore. Would have loved to take some home as a souvenir.
Written 5 March 2024
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Thank you for sharing your heartfelt experience with us. We glad you're having a great time at our sanctuary. We value your feedback about the shirts and are always looking to improve. Your suggestions has been noted. Thank you for choosing to be a part of our sanctuary, and we hope to welcome you back for more meaningful moments in the future.
Written 13 March 2024
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caiiico
8 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2024 • Solo
Amazing experience with great staff taking care of these wonderful animals.
No riding and animals treated with much love and respect by everyone.
Def recommended
Written 4 March 2024
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Thanks a ton for your fantastic review! We're super happy you enjoyed your time with us.
Written 13 March 2024
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Caroline D
2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2024 • Family
One of the highlights of our trip! The facilities were great and all of the staff were so friendly, kind, and nice. It was a once in a lifetime experience and you are able to feed, bathe, and walk around with the elephants. Lunch was also great!
Written 27 February 2024
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Thank you for your heartfelt feedback! We're happy to hear that you had an amazing time with us! Thank you for choosing us, and we look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable experiences in the future.
Written 13 March 2024
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Ioannis T
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2024 • Couples
Amazing experience! Very well organised with info on the elephants…plenty of time to interact with them and amazing time while bathing them! All in all pretty nice and a professional approach by the people working there towards the elephants and the guests.
Written 19 February 2024
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Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with our team. Your support means the world to us. We glad you're having a great time. Thank you so much again. We hope to see you again soon!
Written 23 February 2024
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