Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon National Park & Elephant Sanctuary

Overview : 

Exploring Thailand’s highest point at Doi Inthanon National Park and then wonderful time at Ethical Elephant feeding them bathing with elephant in the river one of the Chiang Mai Elephant Sanctuary.

Highlight :  

• Experience the thrill of feeding and bathing with elephants at a waterfall
• Stop at picturesque landscapes to snap photos of the waterfall and twin pagodas
• Sit down for lunch bursting with local flavors at a tasty local restaurant
• Uncover the beauty of Thailand’s highest point at Doi Inthanon National Park
• Interact with elephants in respectful way at an ethical elephant sanctuary

What You Can Expect:

Type of Tour: Doi Inthanon National Park / Waterfalls / Elephant / Nature / Private Tours / Outdoor Activities

Tour Location: Chiang Mai Thailand

Tour Departing: Departs daily on a Private basis

Tour Time:  07.30 am –5.00 pm approx. finish 

End Point Options: Chiang Mai City.

Tour Duration: Day Trip.

Transportation: We use only high-quality air-conditioned vehicles.

Activities & Itinerary : 

Discover the beauty of the Doi Inthanon National Park, see the Wachirathan Waterfall, and feed elephants at an elephant sanctuary. Choose from a tour with a centrally-located meeting point in Chiang Mai or a tour with convenient pickup and drop-off directly at your accommodation in Chiang Mai. 

Hop aboard a comfortable van or bus and relax the drive to the southwest of Chiang Mai. Stop at one of the largest and most beautiful waterfalls in the country, Wachirathan Waterfall. This waterfall is more than 80 meters high, creating a refreshing mist that nourishes the surrounding vegetation. 

Continue your journey to admire the stunning Twin Royal Pagodas. Take in gorgeous panoramic views with a terraced flower garden and the summit of Doi Inthanon Mountain. Walk on an ancient fern forest trail and have a delicious lunch at at local restaurant.

Drive through the mountains and hill tribe village to the Elephant Village. Once you arrive, put on a traditional Karen tribe t-shirt and get ready for your jungle adventure. Pickup some fruits to feed the elephants. Learn about Asian elephants and the village's background.

Find out how to approach elephants and the correct ways to feed them. Go on a forest hike with the friendly elephants through the lush vegetation and breathtaking mountains. Observe elephants roaming and foraging for food freely in the wild. 

Swim with the elephants at the hidden waterfall where you can take some amazing picture. Have free time for a cool shower, to dry off, and to change back into your own clothes. Leave the Elephant Village and travel about 1.5 hours back to Chiang Mai City. 

Meals: Lunch 

           *** TIME COULD BE CHANGED DEPENDS ON THE SEASON AND SITUATION ***

Our Pick Up & Drop Off Conditions :

- Free pick up & drop off for hotel located in Chiang Mai city area 

- Additional charges will apply for locations outside Chiang Mai city

- If you unsure about the specifics of your hotel or resort location, you can e- mail or call us upfront

Tour Includes :

• English-speaking guide
• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Chiang Mai City Center 
• Elephant Sanctuary entrance fee
• Entrance fee to Doi Inthanon National Park
• Lunch
• Drinking water
• Insurance

Tour Excludes :

- Personal expenses.

What to Bring :

• Swimwear
• Change of clothes
• Camera
• Jacket
• Rain gear
• Comfortable clothes
• Flip-flops
• Insect repellent
• Shorts
• Cash
• Clothes that can get dirty
• Personal medication

Child Policy :

- Below 3 years old : free of charge

- 4 - 8  years old : 50%discount

- 9 years old up or/taller than 120 cm. consider to adult price

Good to know before booking:

• The itinerary is subject to change due to bad weather or other force majeure events
• Opening hours are subject to change
• All activities mentioned are based on the cooperation of the elephants which are not forced to do any activities they do not want to do

                     ***** YOUR SAFETY & SATISFACTION ARE OUR TOP PRIORITY *****