Elephant Sanctuary: Rescue and Learn in Chiang Mai

Experience a memorable half day at the Ran-Tong Sanctuary in Chiang Mai, where abused elephants are rescued and cared for with passion. Learn about elephant welfare and Thai culture.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Ran-Tong Save & Rescue Elephant Centre - ITINERARY
  • Pick you up from your hotel/accommodation in Chiang Mai city.
  • Drives approximately 1 hour to Ran-Tong Save & Rescue Elephant Centre in Mae Taeng District.
  • On arrival, you will change to Mahout Style Karen clothes and start your elephant school where you will learn all about the centre and…
What's Included
  • Air-conditioned transportation
  • Included lunch
  • Traditional Karen clothing provided
  • Travel insurance
Additional Information

Ran-Tong is devoted to rescuing abused elephants from all over Thailand and surrounding countries. Every elephant rescued is brought to the sanctuary in Chiang Mai and cared for with great passion and enthusiasm. Our mission is not only geared towards the protection and prevention of abused Elephants in Thailand but also to educate the public about…

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Gina_p
Aug 25, 2025
Majestic Up Close and Personal - You will not be disappointed. Was a little late picking up but still within the 30 min window. But once you get there, it was magical. Great host in Seven explaining the elephants and their personalities. So thankful that I got to touch, feed and wash these majestic animals.
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Rgonzales2016
Aug 24, 2025
Magical experience - This was a magical experience for our entire family. (With 3 teen boys) Extremely well organized. The guides were excellent, they took care of us extremely well. The elephants are so well cared for and the food was delicious! Thank you!
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Evieb626
Aug 24, 2025
Elephant sanctuary experience - The most magical and exciting experience ever!! Loved preparing food and feeding elephants as well as bathing with them. Guides and mahouts were absolutely fantastic with information looking after the animals as well as us. Best day! :)))
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Victoria233
Aug 24, 2025
Elephant Sanctuary - Wow what an experience, definitely a highlight of our Thailand tour. We did this as a family of 4 with 2 children of ages 11 and 18.
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Haley_e
Aug 23, 2025
Loved it. - Was a very good day. Guide was kind and amazing. As a solo traveler he made sure he took many photos and videos for me since I didn’t have anyone to take for me. The elephants were friendly and the experience overall was 10/10. Would tell others. Pretty ethical no riding and elephants are taken well care of. And the stray dogs were so friendly and wanted pets and belly rubs. Got so many good pictures.
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686jor
Aug 18, 2025
The best experience EVER! - This was the most fantastic experience we have ever done. We were parents with our almost 18 year old son and for all 3 of this this was the highlight of our 2 1/2 week Thailand trip. It was hands on and authentic, from getting in the murky lake washing the elephants by hand to creating their vitamin balls, to then being fed Pad Thai at the end. An experience not to miss guys!
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Deborah_m
Aug 13, 2025
Wonderful experience.... - Wonderful experience. Very organized and well planned day . Staff was great . Very safe for children
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Lyubomir_z
Aug 12, 2025
Lovely - Nice and relaxing day spend with elephants. We feed them, we play with them. I love them. Recommend .
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B16dug
Aug 5, 2025
Must do activity with the kids. - We had a great afternoon. Guides were very kind and knowledgable. Elephants are really well looked after. Dinner was delicious
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Luuke
Aug 4, 2025
Kind Giants - We had a great day at Rantong Sanctuary! It was well organised and clear what we were going to do on this tour. We fed all the kind giants and just admired them for a couple of hours. The only thing we missed a little was a little more information about the sanctuary itself and the history of it. But it was wonderful and we will never forget this experience!!!!!
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up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).