Ethical elephant sanctuary chiangmai by Big Boy
No riding, no shows, just feeding elephants and learning why that matters.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 09:00–19:00
Vet Elephant Sanctuaries
Only visit sanctuaries that prohibit riding, use no chains or bullhooks, and let elephants roam freely. Elephant Nature Park in Chiang Mai set the standard. If a place offers painting shows or circus tricks, walk away.
Details
- Address
- 11 Soi Sri Poom 6, Tambon Si Phum, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
- Phone
- +66 91 854 6886
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If you only do one animal thing in Chiang Mai, make it one where nobody rides anything. That's the pitch here, no shows, no saddles, no elephants doing tricks for a camera. The day is built around feeding and watching the animals behave more or less as they would anyway, with guides filling in the background on conservation and how elephant tourism in Thailand got to where it is.
It suits travelers who've read enough about the industry to feel uneasy about the alternatives and want the encounter without the guilt. It's hands-on rather than hands-off, so expect to be fed instructions, get muddy, and spend a good stretch of the day outdoors. If you're after a slick, air-conditioned attraction, this isn't it.
The office sits on Soi Sri Poom 6 inside the old city moat, which makes pickup straightforward from most Chiang Mai accommodation.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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Ethical elephant sanctuary chiangmai by Big Boy: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ethical elephant sanctuary chiangmai by Big Boy worth visiting?
Ethical elephant sanctuary chiangmai by Big Boy holds a 4.9★ rating from 447 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated activities & tours in Chiang Mai.
What are the opening hours of Ethical elephant sanctuary chiangmai by Big Boy?
Ethical elephant sanctuary chiangmai by Big Boy is typically open 09:00–19:00 — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.
When is the best time to visit Ethical elephant sanctuary chiangmai by Big Boy?
The best months to visit Chiang Mai are November – February, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – January & Songkran (April) — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: March – May (smoke & heat).
Where is Ethical elephant sanctuary chiangmai by Big Boy located?
Ethical elephant sanctuary chiangmai by Big Boy is at 11 Soi Sri Poom 6, Tambon Si Phum, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand, in Chiang Mai. Getting around Chiang Mai: Red songthaews (shared pick-up trucks); Grab (available in city center).
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