Chiang Mai Trip Overview
ChangChill, located in Chiang Mai, Northern Thailand, started its journey in 2017. ChangChill (meaning “relaxed elephants” in Thai) is now ready to reopen its doors – offering a better life for elephants and a unique experience for visitors. the six resident female elephants the freedom to roam the valley, graze, and bathe in the river, mud and dust, while socializing with each other. Visitors are no longer encouraged to interact with the elephants, but are now given the chance to see how the elephants choose to spend their days in the forest. Observe elephants navigate the lush forest, learn about Karen hill tribe culture with local community members, or enjoy the breathtaking view from the elephant observation deck – it’s not only the elephants that get to “chill” here.
Additional Info
Duration: 6 hours
Starts: Chiang Mai, Thailand
Trip Category: Outdoor Activities >> Hiking & Camping
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What to Expect When Visiting Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai Province, Thailand
ChangChill, located in Chiang Mai, Northern Thailand, started its journey in 2017. ChangChill (meaning “relaxed elephants” in Thai) is now ready to reopen its doors – offering a better life for elephants and a unique experience for visitors. the six resident female elephants the freedom to roam the valley, graze, and bathe in the river, mud and dust, while socializing with each other. Visitors are no longer encouraged to interact with the elephants, but are now given the chance to see how the elephants choose to spend their days in the forest. Observe elephants navigate the lush forest, learn about Karen hill tribe culture with local community members, or enjoy the breathtaking view from the elephant observation deck – it’s not only the elephants that get to “chill” here.
Itinerary
10:00 am Arrival and introduction to ChangChill’s past, present and future and the program’s schedule.
10:30 am Visitors begin their elephant walk, and follow their guide into the forest to observe the elephants grazing, socializing, while observing from a safe distance.
11:30 am
Visitors arrive at a rest station for traditional Thai refreshments – The rest station is above a mud pit, where on a hot day, the elephants love to bathe and play together.
12:00 pm
Visitors move down to the riverside sala where they learn a bit about enrichment, help fill feeding tubes with corn, sugar cane, grass, bananas and any other supplementary food on hand.
12:15 pm Visitors having a lunch
1:00 pm
Visitors will learn about the community’s history and the traditional method of weaving clothing and bags at the Karen Cultural Centre. Visitors can try this method of weaving with the guidance of local community members and purchase item that were made by hand in the village.
1:30 pm Start Afternoon Program
Traditional Herb Lesson Learn About Herb that good for Elephant
Elephant Cooking Class learn how to make a Thai herb madicine ball for our elephant.
Mahout Chating with Mahouts about their live
