ChangChill Elephant Sanctuary

Journey to Chang Chill, a certified elephant sanctuary near Chiang Mai. Observe elephants in their natural habitat, trek through the valley, and learn to prepare their food from mahouts.

Area

Northern Thailand

Type

Wildlife & Nature

Grade

Standard

Who

Adults

Older Kids

Difficulty

Leisurely

Duration

Full Day

Embark on a full day elephant experience at Chang Chill, a well-certified sanctuary nestled in Chiang Mai's picturesque Mae Wang District.

Your journey begins with a trek through natural surroundings to the camp, where you'll meet resident elephants and observe their daily habits from a respectful distance. Learn fascinating facts about their behaviour and care directly from the mahouts, even preparing their nutritious lunch and healthy supplements using ingredients from the camp's herb garden.

A Thai vegetarian lunch is served, and the day culminates in deeper conversations with the mahouts about their vital role and the elephants' importance in Thai culture, offering a truly insightful and ethical encounter before your return to Chiang Mai.

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