"Twenty years from now, you will be more disappointed by the things you did not do than by the things you did do. So, throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbour. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover." - Mark Twain
Spend a memorable morning watching these gentle giants at play and in training.
Experience Includes
Pick-up and drop-off from Chiang Mai Hotels
Visit to an elephant camp
Visit to an orchid farm and the Queen Sirikit Botanical Garden
Air-conditioned coach transportation
Services of an English-speaking guide
Overview
Elephants have always been an important part of Thai culture. Today, they are mainly used as powerful beasts of burden, but in earlier times these giant animals were an integral part of the Royal Army and played an important role in Thai History. This charming tour takes you to the Mae Sa Elephant Camp, situated in lush tropical jungle. The centre’s philosophy is to create a natural and healthy environment for the elephants and here you will have the chance to watch these amazing creatures take their daily bath and then witness the traditional training techniques still used today. Wonder at the grace and precision of such gigantic creatures in action. There is the optional chance to enjoy a short elephant ride (fee payable locally) before continuing to view the beautiful Mae Sa Waterfall. The tour finishes with a visit to one of the region’s orchid farms and visit to the Queen Sirikit Botanical Garden which is dedicated to the preservation of over 700 species of Thai plants.
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