Elephant Sanctuary & Rafting: Chiang Mai Adventure

Experience ethical elephant encounters and thrilling rafting in Chiang Mai. Feed elephants, raft Mae Taeng River, and savor local Thai cuisine.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Mae Taeng - Mae Taeng is a picturesque rural district in Chiang Mai, enveloped by verdant mountains, rivers, and traditional villages. Visitors can delight in the scenic vistas along the Mae Taeng River, traverse local farmlands, and soak in the serene ambiance of northern Thailand. This region also boasts ethical elephant sanctuaries and…
What's Included
  • Accident insurance provided for all guests during the tour.
  • Bottled water
  • Locker
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Meals
  • Admission fees
Additional Information

This small-group tour provides a special chance to feed, walk with, and learn about Thailand’s magnificent elephants at an ethical sanctuary, ensuring their welfare with no riding and no chains. Following this, prepare for an exciting white water rafting experience on the picturesque Mae Taeng River, ideal for both novices and seasoned rafters. Between…

Location
Mae Taeng
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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214mizukiy
Jan 10, 2026
Experience interacting with elephants, rafting - You can have a valuable experience of interacting with elephants living in nature. Feeding and walking will be an unforgettable experience that can only be had here. The guide's explanation is also excellent. Rafting is also the most enjoyable way to feel nature.
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Maork564
Jan 10, 2026
Great fun and a good way to pass the time - Great fun Great vibe Good for couples or groups and families Feeding elephants and the rafting is fun The staff is nice and welcoming
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Miriahh2026
Jan 8, 2026
Elephants and White Water Rafting - We had so much fun on our tour! It was about a 2 hour drive from our hotel in Chiang Mai but well worth it. When we got to the elephant sanctuary there were three elephants - a mom, a baby, and another female elephant. We got to feed them, make their food, walk them down to the river and help bathe them (and we didn’t have to submerge ourselves in the river which I appreciated). After that we did an ATV that was about 25 minutes and led us down to a restaurant where we had food - pad Thai, some fruit, and French fries. Our diver Fluke was great, a good driver and very knowledgeable along the tour, definitely recommend!
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Angela_s
Jan 3, 2026
Great day out - Guide was very friendly and helpful, the experience was really fun and informative. Everything provided
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X5422ylnatashas
Jan 1, 2026
Happy place for elephants and people 😊 - Highly recommend this sanctuary, because elephants here live their happy life in freedom. People here really carry about the elephants 🤍
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Juanmanuelc2026
Jan 1, 2026
Excellent experience - Excellent experience, to highlight the kindness of the guides. I'll take a nice memory from here that I'm sure I won't forget
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R4525xqjohns
Dec 31, 2025
Fluke is the best!!! - Fluke and the rest of the team were amazing guides, the elephant seemed very happy and free, food was good, activities were good and the elephants were hungry!
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Andy_k
Dec 28, 2025
Wonderful and Ethical Elephant Care Experience - This was an amazing experience! Pickup from our hotel 5 minutes after 8, and made one stop on our way to Eco Adventure camp. It was about 1.5 hours to get there. Once we arrived we changed into the elephant garb. And we fed the elephants. We alap made elephant sushi and helped to bathe the elephants. There were three elephants and our group was very small (us and 3 other people). Everyone was extremely friendly. Our guide was so helpful and gave us clear instructions throughout. From when to use our bug spray and safety instructions to where to get the best pictures, he was so helpful. The rafting was also really fun. We went through three major rapids and a few smaller ones, and some calm area too. That was about 45 min.
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P6024enandreao
Dec 27, 2025
Relaxing and exciting - Very refreshing trip on the water. And the elephants are very well cared for. We learned they are from a camp that is 3rd generation.
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Haleycl8044jv
Dec 23, 2025
Amazing elephants and white water rafting! - Fluke was super helpful and we had a great time! Absolutely loved feeding the elephants, walking with them, and bathing them!
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From $55
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).