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VISIT AN ETHICAL ELEPHANT SHELTER
If you want to experience what a real ethical elephant sanctuary is like, you should definitely visit one.
Elephant sanctuaries are available in the following locations: Phuket, Chiang Mai, Pattaya and Koh Samui.
If you want to avoid animal presentations and animal shows, then this program was definitely made for you.
Why choose ethical elephant sanctuaries?
Ethical elephant sanctuaries are becoming increasingly popular in Thailand and other countries because of their respectful and sustainable approach to interacting with elephants. These sanctuaries differ from zoos and places that offer elephant trekking in that their priority is the well-being of the animals and supporting their natural behavior. In ethical sanctuaries, elephants are free to roam, bathe in their ponds and socialize without being constantly forced to entertain tourists. For visitors, these sites provide an opportunity to learn about elephants in a real and responsible way, supporting conservation efforts, not harming them. Ethical sanctuaries therefore not only better respect the natural needs of elephants, but also contribute to the education of local communities and the protection of wild elephants.
How can you use it?
Write me an e-mail at info@lillawadee.com , in which you explain which program, in which cities, dates and how many people you would be interested in.
After that, you will receive a response email from me within 1-2 days, which contains further details and important information.
You can book the program with me, you can transfer the fee to me, and I will organize everything with the service provider. Of course, you can always contact me before and during the program.
Program options:
Half-day program (Chiang Mai, Pattaya, Phuket, Koh Samui)
"Feed Me" program (Pattaya, Phuket, Koh Samui)
Full day program (Chiang Mai)
This is a walk with elephants (Chiang Mai, Phuket)
2-day program (Chiang Mai)
Half-day program:
As part of the half-day program, there are opportunities for morning and afternoon programs as well. In the case of the morning program, you will be picked up at the hotel between approximately 6:30 a.m. by one of my colleagues at the elephant park, while in the case of the afternoon program around 11:30 a.m. The program is expected to end at 2:00 p.m. in the case of the morning program, and around 6:30 p.m. in the case of the afternoon program. The program begins with a short presentation, in which you will be told why elephant trekking is not good for the animal, and what makes a place ethical. Afterwards, you will have the opportunity to interact with the animals, feed them and spend some time with them. After that, you will take a walk with the elephants, then you will take them for a mud bath and finally you can bathe them in a river with wonderful cool water. Before saying goodbye to the elephants, you could enjoy a pleasant lunch together. The content of the program: - Transfer (please check whether your accommodation is within the correct area - if not, additional fees may apply - ) - Eating - Tour guide fee - Insurance - Photographer - Food for the elephants - Soft drinks and snacks What do you bring with you? Slippers, comfortable shoes, sunglasses, hat, sunscreen, mosquito repellent camera and refillable bottle.
Prices per location:
Chiang Mai: 1,900 baht/adult - 1,500/child (from 4 to 10 years old, free)
Phuket: 2,900 baht/adult - 1,900/child (from 4 to 10 years old, free)
Pattaya: 2,900 baht/adult - 1,900/child (ages 4-10, free below)
Koh Samui: 3,000 baht/adult - 1,900/child (from 4 to 10 years old, free below)
"Feed Me" program - elephant feeding
The "Feed Me" program is perfect for those who do not want to spend half or a whole day in the elephant park, or who have limited time. Feed these amazing animals, spend time with them, take photos with them, and then observe them in their natural habitat. The length of the program is 1 hour and the feeding time of the elephants lasts from 9 am to 5 pm. The program does not include the transfer or other services. Only the elephants' food and a soft drink. What do you bring with you? Slippers, comfortable shoes, sunglasses, hat, sunscreen, mosquito repellent camera and refillable bottle.
Price per location:
Phuket: 900 baht/adult - 900 baht/child (ages 4-10, free below)
Pattaya: 690 baht/adult - 690 baht/child (4-10 years old, free below)
Koh Samui: 900 baht/adult - 9 00 baht/child (ages 4-10, free below)
Full day program
As part of the all-day program, you could spend a whole day with the wonderful giants. The driver will pick you up at the hotel around 6:30 a.m., and the expected end of the program is around 5:30 p.m. The program begins with a short presentation, in which you will be told why elephant trekking is not good for the animal, and what makes a place ethical. Also, they introduce you a little to the anatomy of elephants. Afterwards, you will have the opportunity to interact with the animals, feed them and spend some time with them. Afterwards, you will take a walk with the elephants in the jungle, where you can observe them in their natural environment. After that, you will have the opportunity to have a nice lunch, then you will take them for a mud bath and finally you can bathe them in a river with wonderful cool water. Before saying goodbye to the elephants, you can relax on site and interact further with these fantastic creatures. The content of the program: - Transfer (please check whether your accommodation is within the correct area - if not, additional fees may apply - ) - Eating - Tour guide fee - Insurance - Photographer - Food for the elephants - Soft drinks and snacks What do you bring with you? Slippers, comfortable shoes, sunglasses, hat, sunscreen, mosquito repellent camera and refillable bottle.
Price per location:
Chiang Mai: 2,800 baht/adult - 2,200 baht/child (ages 4-10, free below)
This is a walk with elephants
For those visitors who like active sports and adventure programs, the "Walk with elephants" program is highly recommended. In this full-day program, visitors can take a longer walk with the elephants in their natural habitat and observe them in the jungle. As a stop on the tour, you will have the opportunity to take the animals to a mud bath and then to a wonderful cool water river, in which you can also take a dip. In the meantime, of course, you could enjoy a delicious lunch on site. The program includes the transfer (please confirm whether your accommodation is within the appropriate district - if not, additional fees may apply -).
Price per location:
Chiang Mai: 3,500 baht/adult - 2,500 baht/child (7-10 years old, minimum age is 7 years old)
Phuket: 6,000 baht/adult -3,500 baht/child (7-10 years old, minimum age is 7 years old )
2-day program
The two-day program will give you the opportunity to get to know these amazing animals better and spend more time with them. You can find the program for the first day under the description of the "One-day program". During the second day's program, you can help the mahouts (elephant "trainers") with their morning chores. After that, you will have the opportunity to hike with the animals again, then bathe them and relax on site. Program content: - Transfer (please check if your accommodation is within the appropriate area - if not, additional fees may apply - ) - Meals - Accommodation for 1 night - Insurance - Photographer - Food for the elephants - Refreshments and snacks What to bring? Slippers, comfortable shoes, sunglasses, hat, sunscreen, mosquito repellent, camera and refillable bottle
Price per location:
Chiang Mai: 5,900 baht/adult - 4,900 baht/child (7-10 years old - minimum age is 7 years old)
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The transfer is provided at most locations and for most programs, but in any case, contact us and write the exact name of your accommodation.
If you have booked accommodation in the central part of the respective cities, then there will certainly be no problem. On the other hand, in the case of Phuket, if you request a transfer to one of the ports, the park will charge an additional fee of 1,500 baht/group. It is not possible to pick up at the airport, but if you go there after the elephant park, the fee is 800 baht/group.
If you would like to visit the Pattaya Elephant Park from Bangkok, please contact us for a transfer and we will organize everything for you.
For Koh Samui, transfers from Koh Samui are free, but additional fees apply from the airport, ports, or other locations outside of this zone. Contact us about this.
Resignation:
In the event that you cannot participate in the program, please let us know at least 72 hours in advance . If this does not happen, the entire amount goes to the elephant park.