Hug Elephant Sanctuary in Chiang Mai
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Hug Elephant Sanctuary in Chiangmai offers you a unique, ethical experience with elephants, including feeding, mud baths, and swimming with these gentle giants in their natural habitat. Located just outside Chiang Mai, this will be a memorable experience for you with the compassionate giants.
Key Highlights
- This sanctuary prioritizes the well-being and ethical treatment of elephants.
- You can feed, bathe, and play with the elephants in their natural habitat..
- Elephant sanctuaries are places dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and ethical treatment of elephants.
- This sanctuary also supports the local Karen hill tribes and contributes to this community.
About Hug Elephant Sanctuary in Chiang Mai
Looking for a unique and life-changing experience? Discover the amazing joy and satisfaction you will get by spending time with our gentle giants in their natural home, and create precious memories that will stay with you for a lifetime. From learning about the history and behaviour of elephants to splashing with them for a mud bath, you will discover so much at Hug Elephant Sanctuary. Our love for elephants is matched only by our dedication for conducting ethical operations and we’re passionate about providing memorable experiences that you can connect with these gentle giants in their natural home.This is a family-owned and operated sanctuary, located just 90 minutes outside the city centre of Chiang Mai – if you visit us we do provide door-to-door service and pick up and drop off at your accommodation. Our commitment to providing a safe and sustainable environment for our elephants makes us the best choice for anyone who wants to connect with these magnificent creatures in a meaningful way. So join us today!
Inclusions
- Free pick up and drop off in Chiang Mai town (only within 3 kms).
- Food for feeding the elephants
- Travel accident insurance
- One bottle of water, and Lunch will be provided.
- Local English-speaking tour guide
Additional Information
Additional Information
What can you bring for the trip
Itinerary - Full Day
Itinerary - Half Day
1. Morning Program
Age Requirements
Opening Hour
Full Day
Half Day
- Book in advance 2 days before the program begins.
- Children between 4 -9 years old will be charged a child rate
- The ticket is valid only on the selected date.
What can you bring for the trip
- Bring mosquito repellent spray.
- Wear sandals or comfortable shoes that are water-resistant.
- Bring hat and sunglasses.
- Hiking shoes
- Sunscreen and insect repellent
- Swimsuit (worn underneath your clothing) and towel
- Change of clothes
- Camera (optional)
Itinerary - Full Day
- 08:00-08:30 AM: Pickup from Chiangmai Town (only within 3 km.)
- Arrive at Hug Elephant and meet your local Thai guide
- Learn about the behavior and history of elephants
- Feed and interact with elephants in their natural environment
- Trek with the elephants to a hilltop with a beautiful view of the surrounding area
- Return to camp to enjoy a delicious Thai meal
- Walk with the elephants down to the river
- Give the elephants a mud bath
- Swim in the waterfalls
- Change into your dry clothes
- 5:00 PM: Arrive back at your pick-up place.
Itinerary - Half Day
1. Morning Program
- 06:30-07:00 AM: Pickup from Chiangmai Town (only within 3 km.)
- Arrive at Hug Elephant and meet your local Thai guide
- Learn about the behaviour and history of elephants
- Feed and interact with elephants in their natural environment
- Walk with elephants down to the river
- Give the elephants a mud bath
- Swim in the waterfalls
- Enjoy a delicious Thai meal
- 01:30 PM : Arrive back at your pick up place.
- 12:00 -12:30 PM: Pickup from Chiangmai Town (only within 3 km.)
- Arrive at Hug Elephant and meet your local Thai guide
- Learn about the behaviour and history of elephants
- Feed and interact with elephants in their natural environment
- Walk with elephants down to the river
- Give the elephants a mud bath
- Swim in the waterfalls
- Enjoy a delicious Thai meal
- 6:30 PM : Arrive back at your pick up place
Age Requirements
- ADULT: none
- CHILD: 4 - 9 years old
Opening Hour
Full Day
- Full day Program at 08:00 AM. - 05:00 PM.
- Pick up time at 08:00 - 08:30 AM.
Half Day
- Please choose between Morning Program or Afternoon Program (Morning Program at 06:30 AM. - 01:30 PM. / Afternoon Program: noon. - 06:30 PM.)
- Pick-up time Morning Program: 06:30 - 07:00 AM. / Afternoon Program: 12:00 -12:30 PM
Cancellation Policy
You can receive a full refund if you cancel at least 2 days before the visit date.
Frequently Asked Questions
What activities are included in the visit to Hug Elephant Sanctuary in Chiangmai?
The full-day experience includes; meeting and interacting with elephants, feeding them, participating in a mud spa and walking with the elephants to a waterfall where swimming is possible
Is transportation provided?
Yes, door-to-door service is offered, with pickups from accommodations within Chiang Mai. Pickup times are generally between 8:00 AM and 8:30 AM for full-day tours
Is Hug Elephant Sanctuary ethical?
The sanctuary prioritizes the well-being of elephants, focusing on rescue, rehabilitation, and ethical tourism practices. They aim to provide a safe environment for both elephants and visitors
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