Elephant Observation & Bamboo Rafting | Chiang Mai

— What You Can Expect —
Discover an unforgettable elephant observation, waterfall, and bamboo rafting adventure, spend a full day relishing rural Chiang Mai close to nature. Dive into hands-on elephant experiences, explore Karen Hill Tribe culture by putting on traditional Karen clothing, and craft Thai souvenirs. End your day with a tranquil bamboo rafting journey and a visit to a stunning waterfall. Book now at Over The Planet and create memories of a lifetime.


— Important Info —

• A free transfer service to/from all places of accommodation within 5 k.m. radius of Chiang Mai’s Old City. 
• Transport from locations outside this area will incur a surcharge. 
• Customers will travel in a 12-seater, air-conditioned van, switching to a roofed 4×4 truck for the last 10 minutes to reach the sanctuary.

— Itinerary —

• 8.00 - 8.30 : Pick up from your hotel or accommodation in Chiang Mai
• 8.30 - 10.00 : Drive through a beautiful rural area where you can catch sight of flowing mountain rivers, rice fields, corn fields, and banana plantations.
• 10.00 : Upon arrival at the sanctuary, you will be greeted and welcomed.
  - Change into traditional Karen clothing and receive a briefing about the sanctuary and the Elephants by our knowledgeable tour guides
  - Participate in preparing food and snacks for the elephants.
  - Enjoy feeding the elephants while maintaining a safe distance, as you learn about their history and understand their behavior.
  
• 12.30 : Enjoy a delicious local meal and say goodbye to the Elephants
• 13.00 : Watch the elephants' daily routine, which might involve observing them as they look for food in the jungle, bathe with the mahouts, or relax in the mud as they bond within the herd (subject to the natural behavior and preferences of the elephants on the day of the visit)
  - Drink freshly harvested herbal tea from the village while observing the elephants in their natural habitat
  - Take a refreshing break at the Water Fall
  - Craft your own Thai cultural handmade souvenir to take back home
  
• 14.00 : Leave Joy Elephant Sanctuary and drive approximately 20 minutes to bamboo rafting release point where each raft comes with a river guide who will take charge and guide you down the river. 
• 15.30 : Change clothes and ride back to Chiang Mai 
• 16.30 : Arrive at your accommodation