ELEPHANT ECO TRAILS

I had one of the best experiences of my life with Elephant Eco Trails. I booked the 2 days, 1 night tour, and everything exceeded my expectations. On the first day, we went into the jungle to observe the elephants in their natural habitat. It was such an incredible and emotional experience. I’m truly grateful that these elephants are able to live freely in the jungle — exactly how they should. The accommodation was a traditional village house with a beautiful view. It was peaceful and quiet, and I had a very good sleep there. On the second day, we visited the King and Queen Pagodas at the highest point of Doi Inthanon and Wachirathan Waterfall . We also did a 1.5-hour trek with local Karen guide, which made the experience even more meaningful and authentic. All the staff and guides were very friendly and kind. Especially our guide, Joke. I could truly see his passion for animals. It made me so happy to meet someone who genuinely cares about elephants and works with them in such a respectful way. Highly recommended for anyone who wants an ethical, hands-off elephant experience.

Our experience with Elephant Eco Trail was exceptional from start to finish. Everything was perfectly organized – from the initial communication and transportation, to the tour itself. Our guide was wonderful and shared insightful, heartfelt stories about the elephants, their behavior, and their natural way of life. This tour is an invitation to slow down, reconnect with nature, and truly be present. You walk through beautiful surroundings, enjoy a simple but delicious lunch wrapped in banana leaves, and leave with a full heart. Yes, riding and bathing elephants may look more “Instagram-worthy,” but this experience is for those who choose ethics, respect, and what truly feels right for the soul. If you’re looking for something meaningful rather than staged, this is the tour to choose. Highly recommended. 💚

Definitely do this tour. It was one of the most ethical that we could find online. Everything you need to know. The hiking element is pretty easy, mild to moderate fitness level is needed. Would recommend a decent pair of hiking boots. The food, all vegetarian, was absolutely delicious at the local restaurant on the first day hike, as well as the dinner and the breakfast at the overnight accommodation. The bedding was clean looking and the mattreses were not bad. The bathrooms were also clean but the shower was ice cold. We saw plenty of elephants. They do have handlers who spend the day with them to try and ensure that they stay away from local farms. Some are rescues while the younger ones were born wild. For bird life, we saw quite a bit from partridges to Himalayan Buzzards.