Muang Trip Overview
Come and see elephants in the most ethical way — in their natural habitat run by a non-profit foundation. Immerse yourself in hill-tribe culture by staying and cooking in a traditional hill-tribe homestay and learning the basic skills that have been passed down through their generation such as basket weaving and bamboo cup making. Hike through the jungle to find the elephants and spend your days near them. Eat lunch with the elephants in the forest and take part in many community and teaching projects to help provide an alternative and make a difference with our local village.
Additional Info
Duration: 3 days
Starts: Muang, Thailand
Trip Category: Outdoor Activities >> Nature & Wildlife
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What to Expect When Visiting Muang, Chang Wat Chiang Mai, Thailand
Come and see elephants in the most ethical way — in their natural habitat run by a non-profit foundation. Immerse yourself in hill-tribe culture by staying and cooking in a traditional hill-tribe homestay and learning the basic skills that have been passed down through their generation such as basket weaving and bamboo cup making. Hike through the jungle to find the elephants and spend your days near them. Eat lunch with the elephants in the forest and take part in many community and teaching projects to help provide an alternative and make a difference with our local village.
Itinerary
Day 1: Day 1 – travelling to the village and getting settled into your homestay and project
Pass By: Sleep With You Hostel, Sriphum, 32 Singharat Rd, Tambon Si Phum, Muang, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
Get picked up at our meeting point and drive through the beautiful Doi Inthanon national park, Thailands tallest mountain, to reach our village and sanctuary
Stop At: Mae Chaem, Mae Chaem
Stop off at Mae Chaem for lunch before getting back in the truck to complete the journey to our village.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Kindred Spirit Elephant Sanctuary, 1263 Tambon Mae Suek, Amphoe Mae Chaem, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50270, Thailand
Reach our village and meet your homestay family, our friendly staff and the other volunteers, immerse yourself in hill tribe culture by cooking with your homestay and learning how to basket weave from one of the elders in the village.
Duration: 19 hours
Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Stay overnight with our welcoming hosts in our wonderful homestays. Homestay accommodation is basic but comfortable.
Day 2: Day 2 – Visit the elephants and take part in community projects
Stop At: Kindred Spirit Elephant Sanctuary, 1263 Tambon Mae Suek, Amphoe Mae Chaem, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50270, Thailand
Wake up early to hike in the forest and find our elephants. Spend all morning and afternoon observing and learning about them and their natural behaviors. Have lunch in the forest with the elephants. In the afternoon, take part in any community projects we have going that day or learn more about our village and culture.
Duration: 19 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Homestay accommodation again.
Day 3: Day 3 – Visit the elephants and return to Chiang Mai
Stop At: Kindred Spirit Elephant Sanctuary, 1263 Tambon Mae Suek, Amphoe Mae Chaem, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50270, Thailand
Wake up early again to hike in the forest and find our elephants, possibly a different herd from the day before. Spend all morning and afternoon observing and learning about them and their natural behaviors. Return to Chiang Mai in the afternoon.
Duration: 12 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
No accommodation included on this day.
