Nestled in the serene landscape of Mae Wang, Thailand, the Mae Wang Elephant Camp invites visitors to engage with these majestic creatures in a natural and ethical setting. Explore the beauty of the elephants while learning about their conservation, enjoying guided treks through lush surroundings, and participating in interactive experiences that ensure a meaningful connection with nature.
Located in the picturesque region of Mae Wang, the Mae Wang Elephant Camp serves as a genuine sanctuary for elephants, focusing on their rehabilitation and care within a sustainable environment. As one of Thailand’s premier elephant camps, it provides an opportunity for visitors to forge a connection with these gentle giants through enriching interactions. The camp prides itself on promoting ethical tourism, ensuring that the well-being of the elephants is the top priority. Guests can participate in various activities such as feeding, bathing, and walking alongside these incredible animals, all while gaining insights into their behavior and habitat from knowledgeable staff. Surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of northern Thailand, this camp offers a unique chance to explore lush jungles and experience the cultural heritage of the local community. Ideal for families, adventurers, and animal lovers alike, Mae Wang Elephant Camp is committed to raising awareness about elephant conservation and fostering a deeper appreciation for wildlife. Immerse yourself in a memorable journey at Mae Wang Elephant Camp, where every encounter with an elephant contributes to a brighter future for these magnificent beings.
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Mae Wang Elephant Camp is perched on a picturesque hilltop overlooking 136 Moo 9, Baan Sob-win , 50360, Thailand
My experience was a good one, i’m not going to lie, elephants are my favourite animal and so to spend two weeks with them and getting so close was incredible, however, after reading some reviews from those who have been, I’m a little skeptical about my experience. I would never go to a sanctuary that allowed people to ride elephants because it’s animal cruelty and its not right, however, I never experienced that in the two weeks I was there. The food was honestly some of the best food, if not the best food, I have ever eaten so hats off to the ladies who work so hard in the kitchen. My experience with one of the guys who worked there would definitely put me off recommending this to any solo traveller as it did make me quite uncomfortable. Other than that it was the best experience of my life.
Very nice elephant camp out in the national park not the usual touristy elephant show place, this camp is run by the Karen hill tribe people who own the elephants, I am in this area often as I live near and know the people that run it, you can come here and spend as many days as you want with the elephants feeding them washing them in the river, also they arrange accommodation in a nice home stay near by, and you can spend as much time with the elephants, learn about them and have a very good experience.
Elephants were chained most of the time, we hardly had any interaction with the elephants and were told hardly any information about them even though we paid an absurd amount to be there for a week. However, the management were very good and responded efficiently to our concerns after leaving early. Wouldn’t go back.
This place is amazing! We get to feed the elephants and bathe with them in the river! They cook thai lunch for us and they drop us off at the hostel! Super easy! It is a must!
Spent 3 days here bathing the elephants and feeding them, also taking part in a trek staying in an amazing tree house with a beautiful view. We also went bamboo rafting and swam in the waterfalls nearby. Elephants were treated amazingly, and all looked so happy and were treated so well and loved by the people that live here. The ladies in the kitchen worked hard to make amazing food for us three times a day. Would definitely recommend a visit to anyone wanting to experience the elephants in Thailand
We enjoyed feeding the elephants and following Jo Jo down the trail to the water and watching the three babies swim and enjoy the water. The best part was swimming with Jo Jo and helping to bathe him. After swimming, we were treated to a Thai lunch complete with Mango Sticky Rice.The staff was friendly and informative. Plus, they took photos for us (434 to be exact) and delivered them to our hotel on a thumb drive. I have seen reviews that mention chains. I don’t know what they are talking about. We did not see anything like this. On the contrary, we saw that they treated the elephants with great care.
We got there and changed into the provided clothing. We then fed the elephants sugar cane which was quite exciting as their trunks are powerful. After that we walked a mom and 3 year old “naughty baby” through the woods to the river. Our guide, Nat, was very personable and after only 9 months of English, was quite fluent. At the river we threw buckets of water on mom and babe. After we got them all rinsed they both promptly went and laid in the soil and got it all over themselves. It was quite an exhilarating experience and the camp appears to be doing good work. I highly recommend this activity.
Very safe place to see and feed the elephants. Good to see that they were not chained up. You can get close to them. 300 bhats for feeding only and 800 for feed n bathe them(1hr programme). Shame we did not have much time and had young kids as would have loved bathe them on the nearby stream.Option to buy more baskets of fruit to feed them for 100bahts,
We visited this camp on day 2 of our 11 day tuk tuk tour of Northern Thailand. So much fun! The elephants are so well looked after, not ridden or chained, just happily interacting with their Mahouts and didn’t mind us tagging along on the way to the river for a bath! Well more like a water fight but that another story… my favorite day!