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Elephant Retirement Park

Elephant Retirement Park

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The Elephant Retirement Park is a sanctuary in Chiang Mai for retired elephants.

Located just one hour away from the city centre, the park’s main objective is to create a haven that is comfortable for old elephants to rest in during their twilight years.

Elephant Retirement Park, Full & Half Day Tour Price, Chiang Mai Thailand

The park was built in 2014, and today is one of the most well-loved attractions for animal lovers. Visiting the park provides an intimate experience between elephants and humans; it allows you to care for them while they are in their natural habitat.

A friendly mahout (a person in charge of tending to elephants) will guide you and make the experience as delightful as possible while imparting valuable knowledge about the life of elephants.

The visit is enjoyable from start to finish. Noi, the founder of the Elephant Retirement Park, ensures that each guest is well looked after. All bookings are already inclusive of transportation, an experienced English-speaking guide, drinking water, lunch, insurance, photography, and a mahout training course. They will also provide you with sugar cane and bananas to feed these majestic animals. There are half-day, full-day, overnight, and even seven-day volunteer packages available, as well as some exciting programs that are combined with a thrilling ATV ride.

During your visit, it is advisable to wear swimming trunks or your swimsuit underneath your clothing. Expect to get wet, because you will be bathing for elephants in the river. Flip flops or all-terrain shoes are the best choices for footwear. Don’t forget sun protection, a change of clothes, and a towel.

It’s important to know that this is a highly ethical and sustainable destination for authentic animal encounters. There are no elephant rides here, nor are they forced to entertain visitors. Here, you won’t find any choreography; just a fulfilling and rewarding experience for both human and animal alike.

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What is the Elephant Retirement Park address?
Off Route 3009
Roughly 2km West from the main road, San Pa Yang, Mae Taeng

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What are the Elephant Retirement Park entry prices?
Elephant Observation Morning Program: 2,000 Baht
One Day Elephant Care Program: 2,600 Baht
Half Day Elephant Care Morning Program: 1,700 Baht
Half Day Elephant Care Afternoon Program: 1,700 Baht
Romantic Elephant Care Program: 5,000 Baht
Elephant Care (Half Day) + Atv Bushwacker Program (Half Day): 3,000 Baht
Private Vip Elephant Care Chiang Mai: 5,000 Baht
Family & Children - Elephant Care Program: 15,000 Baht
Elephant Care (Half Day) + Atv Bushwacker Program + White Water Rafting: 4,000 Baht
Elephant Care (Half Day) + White Water Rafting (Half Day): 3,000 Baht

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