Volunteering with Elephants: Thailand

Volunteering with Elephants: Thailand

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Volunteering with Elephants: Thailand

7 Days Starting in Chiang Mai, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai, Thailand and ending in 123 ?. 3 Tambon Nong Chom, Amphoe San Sai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50210, Thailand

Visiting: 123 ?. 3 Tambon Nong Chom Amphoe San Sai Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50210 Thailand

Tour operator:

Backpacking Tours

Tour code:

EVTH

Specialist Group:

18-30 Somethings

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

6 - 40

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

18-40

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Active, Budget

Activities:

Trekking

From: $1027

NB: Prices correct on 19-Sep-2024 but subject to change.

This tour is no longer available, please see similar tours below or send an enquiry

Tour Overview

Escape the matrix, come to Chiang Mai, and live with elephants! These beautiful creatures were captured at a young age, separated from their family and forced to learn tricks to perform to tourists. Joining us helps fund their rescue, and pay for their food and health care. Your responsibility while you are with us is to love and care for the elephants. They each have unique personalities and personal preferences. You will be preparing their meals, feeding them, joining them on their jungle treks plus much more. Want to stay for longer? The more weeks you add, the cheaper the cost!

Highlights

  • 15 Meals (Vegetarian Options)

  • No hidden charges or application fee

  • Experience and observe elephants in an ethical way

  • Learn about elephant welfare

Places You'll See

Volunteering With Elephants: Thailand

Volunteering With Elephants: Thailand

Volunteering With Elephants: Thailand

Volunteering With Elephants: Thailand

Volunteering With Elephants: Thailand

Volunteering With Elephants: Thailand

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Airport Transfer

Location: Chiang Mai International Airport

Accommodation: Camp

Accommodation Name: Volunteer House

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Welcome to Thailand, volunteers! We're thrilled to have you here and can't wait to see your impact on our community. But don't worry, it's not all work and no play! You'll have the opportunity to fully immerse yourself in Thai culture, try delicious new foods, and explore this beautiful country with your fellow volunteers. Our team is here to make sure your experience is smooth and enjoyable, so if you need anything, just let us know. Let's get ready for an incredible journey together!

Day 2 - 6 : Elephant Volunteering

Location: 123 ?. 3 Tambon Nong Chom, Amphoe San Sai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50210, Thailand

Accommodation: Camp

Accommodation Name: Volunteer House

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

This volunteer program spans Monday to Friday, focusing on elephant care. Daily activities include breakfast, cleaning, and renovating the elephant area, lunch, and dinner. Specific tasks vary: observing elephants during mud baths, making nutrition balls, learning about Asian elephants, preparing Thai herbal medicine, and developing basic Mahout skills. Participants also get to walk with elephants. Schedule adjustments may occur due to various conditions.

Day 7 : Free Time

Location: 123 ?. 3 Tambon Nong Chom, Amphoe San Sai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50210, Thailand

Accommodation: Camp

Accommodation Name: Volunteer House

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

The weekend is here! Gather up your new friends and let's make a trip to remember. There's plenty to do in the local area, including Old City, Doi Suthep, Night Bazaar, Sunday Walking Street, and Art and Cultural Centers... the list is endless!

What's Included

  • Accommodation

  • Fully Guided

  • Meals

  • Airport transfer (Arrivals)

What's Not Included

  • Insurance

  • Airport Transfer (Departing)

  • International Flights

Check out our Q&As

  • Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

    Yes

  • What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

    We should always be healthy and maintain our fitness. However, it depends on the project you choose and you should always be ready to work.

  • Do you require a visa for this holiday?

    No, you will not need a pre-arranged visa to enter Thailand before your arrival. Most all countries will be granted a 45 day visa upon arrival. If you have any questions about the process, we’re always here to help!

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes

  • What currencies are required for this tour?

    THB

  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    Yes, Only for arrival

  • What is the maximum group size?

    8-40

  • Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

    You sure do. After you finish for the day during weekdays, it is your free time to do whatever you like.However, we request you to follow the rules, that are explained to you, at all times. Saturdays and Sundays is your free days.

  • Are flights included in this tour?

    No

  • Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?

    No, you will not need a pre-arranged visa to enter Thialand before your arrival. Most all countries will be granted a 45 day visa upon arrival. If you have any questions about the process, we’re always here to help!

  • Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

    We accept participants aged from 16 and above. Participants under the age of 18 must travel with a parent or legal guardian. There is no upper age limit however, we recommend participants to check with the program options that are available.

Reviews from travellers on this tour

Hannah Boots  

Hannah Boots

24-Feb-2022

This trip was absolutely incredible. I am astonished by the amount of incredible experiences that were packed into such a short time. Every stop offered a new adventure. S made sure that we got the full experience. His personality, knowledge and humor were infectious. He cared deeply about everyone on our trip and made sure everyone is taken care of!

Amber Michelle  

Amber Michelle

19-Dec-2022

I can't find the words to describe the incredible experiences K and Heart allowed us. They seriously knew their stuff and made exploring and learning about a new culture very fulfilling. I would highly recommend using this company to anybody who is thinking about travelling but possibly nervous about going on your own. There was many people in the same boat as me (on their own) but it just made the trip greater as I got to meet many amazing people.

Alex Helfer  

Alex Helfer

01-Mar-2022

I joined the Sri Lanka Backpacking Tour in February 2023 and had an amazing time. We travelled the island for 14 days and saw all the highlights along the way. My personal favorites included snorkeling with turtles, climbing Sigiriya rock, seeing elephants on a safari, cooking with natives and going surfing. But to be fair, every day had a different highlight, so it‘s hard to pick… The organization of the trip was great: Our tour guide Dam and our driver Sam navigated us safely across the island and shared interesting facts. The accommodations were fine and the food was excellent. I am very grateful for all the experiences and can only recommend this tour!

April Chboy  

April Chboy

11-Oct-2022

This tour was incredible. Heart and Es are a huge credit to the company and the most wonderful tour guides we could have asked for. I would change nothing about the tour, it was perfect. I not only met some of the most hilarious, crazy people but i have made some of the best memories. I now have friends I could not be without. Thank-you so much for making the tour simply amazing. Thailand is the most beautiful, inspiring place and BTT provides the best experiences and once in a life time oppotunities. Next stop Vietnam 2018. CAN.NOT.WAIT! xxxx

Sian Row  

Sian Row

23-May-2022

Everything I expected plus soooooo much more!!!! Recommend this to anyone! Hands down the best three weeks of my life!

Jesus Guadalupe Arias  

Jesus Guadalupe Arias

14-May-2022

Before joining I read other reviews that said don't think about it, just do it. Well I'm saying the same, just book the tour and go. Heart and S were a blast and kept the group involved with everything. The planning and coordination was executed wonderfully, you seldom have to worry about what's going to happen next. Come with an open mind and accept the new people, culture, and activities you'll experience. You rock BTT and thank you again�

Zezar Marie Hofmann  

Zezar Marie Hofmann

27-Feb-2022

Awesome !!!!!

Laura Elliott  

Laura Elliott

07-Jan-2023

Had an absolute blast on the three week tour. Visited some amazing places and made some friends for life! Our bus drivers were fantastic and a laugh a minute. Special thanks to S, Heart and Dom for being amazing and making the trip! Would do it all again in a heart beat

Aoife O Shea  

Aoife O Shea

20-Jan-2023

I had amazing time on the Vietnam tour this July. Our tour guide Huy went above and beyond for all of us, he made sure we got to see everything we wanted to and he has such excellent knowledge of the country. Would highly recommend to anyone thinking of doing this tour, we had so much fun. Once in a lifetime experience, met so many lovely people and am so grateful to Huy for showing us his beautiful country. Can’t wait to come back and visit again.

Becca Louise  

Becca Louise

11-Feb-2022

Had a fantastic time. Amazing and knowledgeable tour guides . Thank you Tony , k and heart for an amazing 3 weeks. Would definelty recommend the company to anyone looking to travel Thailand.

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