Join feeding sessions at Elephant Nature Park
Chiang Mai, Thailand • 
Must Do
Must DoChiang Mai, Thailand
Must Do
Best months to visit
Jan, Nov, Dec
15°C – 28°C, cool and dry conditions with minimal rainfall, high crowds, peak season
15°C – 28°C, cool and dry conditions with minimal rainfall, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Wheelchair accessible; walking required; flat terrain.
Wheelchair accessible; walking required; flat terrain.
Value for money
Medium
Pricey, but ethical experience justifies the cost.
Pricey, but ethical experience justifies the cost.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Ethical Delight
Couples loved the intimate, respectful interactions. A truly unforgettable experience for animal lovers!
Amazing Sanctuary
Visitors felt it was a romantic and educational experience. Witnessing the elephants was truly special.
Highly Recommended
Couples found the setting beautiful and the guides knowledgeable. A must-do for ethical tourism.
Crowded Feeling
Some couples felt the park was crowded at times, detracting from the peaceful atmosphere.
Overpriced Visit
Travelers felt the cost of the half-day visit was a bit high for the experience offered.
Limited Interaction
A few couples wished for more hands-on time with the elephants during the feeding sessions.
Hours of operation
Monday
07:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Tuesday
07:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Wednesday
07:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Thursday
07:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Friday
07:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Saturday
07:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Sunday
07:30 AM - 05:00 PM
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
February
MEDIUM
16-30°C
Warm and dry conditions with minimal rainfall.
Warm and dry conditions with minimal rainfall.
Open
Advance booking recommended.
Advance booking recommended.
Recommended
February provides warm weather and fewer crowds compared to January. It's a favorable time to visit with better availability and standard pricing.
February provides warm weather and fewer crowds compared to January. It's a favorable time to visit with better availability and standard pricing.
March
LOW
20-35°C
Hot and dry conditions with low chance of rain.
Hot and dry conditions with low chance of rain.
Open
Good availability; booking in advance still advisable.
Good availability; booking in advance still advisable.
Recommended
March brings hotter temperatures but remains dry. With fewer tourists, it's a good time to visit for those who can tolerate the heat.
March brings hotter temperatures but remains dry. With fewer tourists, it's a good time to visit for those who can tolerate the heat.
April
LOW
23-38°C
Very hot conditions with increasing chance of rain.
Very hot conditions with increasing chance of rain.
Open
High availability; booking flexibility.
High availability; booking flexibility.
Recommended
April is characterized by very hot weather and the Songkran festival mid-month. While it's less crowded, the heat can be intense, so plan activities accordingly.
April is characterized by very hot weather and the Songkran festival mid-month. While it's less crowded, the heat can be intense, so plan activities accordingly.
May
MEDIUM
24-35°C
May marks the beginning of the rainy season in Chiang Mai, characterized by hot and humid conditions with frequent afternoon showers.
May marks the beginning of the rainy season in Chiang Mai, characterized by hot and humid conditions with frequent afternoon showers.
Open
No specific restrictions; however, it's advisable to book in advance due to moderate crowd levels.
No specific restrictions; however, it's advisable to book in advance due to moderate crowd levels.
Recommended
May offers a balance between favorable weather and manageable crowd levels, making it a good time to visit. Be prepared for occasional rain showers and humid conditions.
May offers a balance between favorable weather and manageable crowd levels, making it a good time to visit. Be prepared for occasional rain showers and humid conditions.
How to get there
Shuttle
Recommended
Taxi
Recommended
Car
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
