Ethical Elephant Visit and White Water Rafting in Chiang Mai
Description
This small-group tour offers a unique opportunity to feed, walk with, and learn about Thailand’s majestic elephants at an ethical elephant sanctuary — ensuring their well-being with no riding and no chains. Afterwards, gear up for an exhilarating white water rafting adventure on the scenic Mae Taeng River, perfect for both beginners and experienced rafters. Between adventures, enjoy a delicious Thai meal at a local family-run restaurant, supporting the community, with vegetarian options available. This day is the perfect blend of wildlife encounter, outdoor excitement, and sustainable tourism in Chiang Mai. Ethical elephant interaction: feed, walk, and learn — no riding, no chains Thrilling white water rafting on the Mae Taeng River Lunch at a local family-run restaurant — vegetarian options available Small-group experience with convenient round-trip transport from Chiang Mai
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Itinerary
Mae Taeng is a beautiful rural district in Chiang Mai, surrounded by lush mountains, rivers, and traditional villages. Travelers will enjoy scenic views along the Mae Taeng River, pass through local farmland, and experience the tranquil atmosphere of northern Thailand. This area is also home to ethical elephant sanctuaries and thrilling white water rafting spots, making it perfect for nature and adventure lovers.
Visit E-Co Adventure Camp, a small, locally-run elephant sanctuary in Kuet Chang, Mae Taeng. Walk alongside gentle, rescued elephants, feed them their favorite treats, and watch them play in the river. Enjoy a peaceful setting away from the crowds, capture stunning photos, and connect with the elephants in a responsible, no-riding environment. Your visit supports the local community and helps fund elephant care.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Free pickup from hotels within 3 km of Chiang Mai Old City. For travelers staying outside this area, please meet at: McDonald's Imm Thapae 17 Kotchasarn Road, Chang Khlan Sub-district, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand Google Maps link Meeting times: 08:00 AM (morning tour) or 12:00 PM (afternoon tour). Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the meeting time.
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Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This eco-adventure tour in Chiang Mai includes walking on uneven jungle paths, interacting with elephants, and river activities such as white water rafting or tubing. It is not suitable for wheelchairs, strollers, or service animals. Infants can join but must sit on a parent’s lap.
Reviews(123)
Recommended experience! The activities with the elephants were unique. The guide Tukky was very nice and welcoming. The lunch by the river was pleasant. The rafting was fun.
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Great fun would do again !!!!!!!
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Amazing experience. Highly recommended
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It was super pretty and elephants were awesome experience
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Amazing experience with an amazing guide, friendly elephants and good food. Well worth every penny!
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All in all a really good experience
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Eeg nice experience. Beautiful healthy elephants and good active raft. Recommended
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I highly recommend this experience. The guides are very welcoming and take great care of the elephants. Thank you Tukky!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are truly happy to hear that you had such an amazing experience with us. Your kind words mean a lot to our whole team
very good would recommend everything went great
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are truly happy to hear that you had such an amazing experience with us. Your kind words mean a lot to our whole team
Really fun experience the elephants are amazing
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are truly happy to hear that you had such an amazing experience with us. Your kind words mean a lot to our whole team
