Elephant Nature Park Chiang Mai: Programs, Prices and Booking
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Elephant Nature Park is a rescue and rehabilitation centre in northern Thailand founded by Saengduean “Lek” Chailert. Its Mae Taeng Valley location is visited on organised programs from Chiang Mai. If your priority is watching elephants rather than riding them or collecting close-contact photos, compare the published activities carefully. The morning and afternoon visits are not identical, and staying overnight requires more than an extra evening at the park.
Programs and prices
The official operator pages checked on 4 October 2026 list adult prices per person of THB 2,500 for either half-day visit, THB 3,500 for SkyWalk and THB 5,800 for the two-day, one-night visit. The listed packages include transport from Chiang Mai city, admission and a guide. Confirm your pickup address and the specific meals before booking; out-of-town hotels are not automatically covered. Prices and availability can change.
| Program | Duration | Price (Adult) | Key Activities |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Day Morning | Half day | 2500 THB | Guided elephant observation and vegan buffet lunch |
| Half Day Afternoon | Half day | 2500 THB | Guided elephant observation, snacks, fruit and drinks; no buffet dinner is listed |
| SkyWalk | Full day | 3500 THB | Hands Off observation at SkyWalk and ENP, food preparation and vegan buffet lunch |
| Overnight Elephant Nature Park | 2 days, 1 night | 5800 THB | Elephant observation, accommodation, two lunches, one dinner and one breakfast |
For these four packages, the operator lists ages 3 through 11 at 50% of the adult rate and ages 0 through 2, inclusive, at 25%. Other projects have different age restrictions, so check the exact program. The operator does not permit strollers or pushchairs on these visits. Contact the park before booking if you need accessibility arrangements; do not assume every program has the same facilities.
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Choosing your visit
The morning half-day includes guided observation and a vegan buffet lunch; the afternoon visit lists snacks, fruit and drinks instead of a buffet dinner. SkyWalk is a full-day visit covering the Hands Off project and ENP, with food preparation and lunch. Do not expect guaranteed hand-feeding, bathing with elephants or special access to every area. Choose by your available time and the published itinerary, not by promised animal contact. The overnight package is two days and one night, not a freely bookable stay of one to seven nights.
Booking and pickup
Use the official booking calendar for your date and exact program. The four operator pages checked here close online bookings 24 hours before the visit and require a deposit. For shorter notice, contact the park rather than assuming a walk-in place is available. Confirm the city pickup location, office meeting time, return arrangements and cancellation terms before paying. Different programs have different departure times; do not arrange an onward connection from a generic timetable.
Checking animal welfare
World Animal Protection recommends observation without riding, bathing or touching elephants. Its current guide places ENP under “Other high welfare venues”, not its Elephant-friendly list, and includes a venue-specific note. Read that assessment yourself before booking; a sanctuary name or an operator’s own description is not independent certification. Follow the guide’s distance instructions and do not approach an elephant because it appears calm.
What to bring
Bring comfortable walking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, a refillable water bottle and rain protection when needed. Day visits allow one small daypack per person. The overnight program also lists a carry-on-sized bag and requests a passport, copy or photo on arrival. It states that solo guests must be prepared to share with another guest of the same gender. Check these conditions before choosing accommodation.
Sources and background
These sources support the topics listed below, not every statement or current price in this article.
- [1] Elephant Nature Park: Official half-day morning program, meals and age categories. Retrieved October 4, 2026. Admission, Transport, Access
- [2] Elephant Nature Park: Official half-day afternoon program and included refreshments. Retrieved October 4, 2026. Admission, Transport, Access
- [3] Elephant Nature Park: Official SkyWalk full-day program and adult and child prices. Retrieved October 4, 2026. Admission, Transport
- [4] Elephant Nature Park: Official two-day, one-night program, accommodation and meals. Retrieved October 4, 2026. Admission, Transport
- [5] Elephant Nature Park: Operator background and founder of Elephant Nature Park. Retrieved October 4, 2026. History
- [6] World Animal Protection: Independent elephant-tourism welfare guidance and venue-specific assessment. Retrieved October 4, 2026. Safety, Nature
Frequently Asked Questions
Elephant Nature Park is a rescue and rehabilitation centre in northern Thailand founded by Saengduean “Lek” Chailert. Its Mae Taeng Valley location is visited on organised programs from Chiang Mai. If your priority is watching elephants rather than riding them or collecting close-contact photos, compare the published activities carefully. The morning and afternoon visits are not identical, and staying overnight requires more than an extra evening at the park.
The official operator pages checked on 4 October 2026 list adult prices per person of THB 2,500 for either half-day visit, THB 3,500 for SkyWalk and THB 5,800 for the two-day, one-night visit. The listed packages include transport from Chiang Mai city, admission and a guide. Confirm your pickup address and the specific meals before booking; out-of-town hotels are not automatically covered. Prices and availability can change.
Use the official booking calendar for your date and exact program. The four operator pages checked here close online bookings 24 hours before the visit and require a deposit. For shorter notice, contact the park rather than assuming a walk-in place is available. Confirm the city pickup location, office meeting time, return arrangements and cancellation terms before paying. Different programs have different departure times; do not arrange an onward connection from a generic timetable.
No. The official half-day programs specify no riding, and SkyWalk is described as a Hands Off observation program. Do not book expecting guaranteed touching, hand-feeding or bathing with elephants.
The morning half-day includes guided observation and a vegan buffet lunch; the afternoon visit lists snacks, fruit and drinks instead of a buffet dinner. SkyWalk is a full-day visit covering the Hands Off project and ENP, with food preparation and lunch. Do not expect guaranteed hand-feeding, bathing with elephants or special access to every area. Choose by your available time and the published itinerary, not by promised animal contact. The overnight package is two days and one night, not a freely bookable stay of one to seven nights.
For these four packages, the operator lists ages 3 through 11 at 50% of the adult rate and ages 0 through 2, inclusive, at 25%. Other projects have different age restrictions, so check the exact program. The operator does not permit strollers or pushchairs on these visits. Contact the park before booking if you need accessibility arrangements; do not assume every program has the same facilities.
Bring comfortable walking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, a refillable water bottle and rain protection when needed. Day visits allow one small daypack per person. The overnight program also lists a carry-on-sized bag and requests a passport, copy or photo on arrival. It states that solo guests must be prepared to share with another guest of the same gender. Check these conditions before choosing accommodation.
Check another date or a different program on the official calendar. Other projects sold by the same operator can have different locations, age limits and contact policies. Read each one separately; this guide does not endorse an unverified alternative sanctuary.
