Elephant Conservation Centre Tourism

Type of destination: Wildlife Sanctuary

Elephant Conservation Centre in Chiang Mai, Thailand, is a sanctuary deeply dedicated to the ethical treatment and conservation of elephants. Spread over a lush, hilly area, the center provides a natural habitat for these majestic creatures. Unlike traditional tourist spots, this center prioritizes the well-being of elephants, promoting interactive experiences that feature no riding or harmful practices. Visitors can observe elephants roaming freely, bathing in the river, or playing with each other in a serene and healthy environment. The centre is also involved in extensive research and conservation efforts, working to protect the elephants in their natural habitats. Staff members, often including mahouts—who have a long tradition of caring for elephants—are engaged in educating tourists on the challenges of elephant conservation and the importance of respecting wildlife. This centre serves as a model for responsible eco-tourism practices.

Top 5 Reviews on Elephant Conservation Centre

AaronSeymour

Wrote on 22nd May, 2024

Not a sanctuary!

Any place that is letting anyone — staff, let alone tourists — ride on elephants is not a sanctuary. This causes the elephants pain and they will only do it because they have been brutalised into acce..

V1109VKkarena

Wrote on 31st Aug, 2023

Family

Everyone should experience the Elephant Conservation Center at least once in their life. It is educational and hands on experience with the elephants.

chiaracI589ZK

Wrote on 28th May, 2023

No info

So sad. No one from the staff was able to give us a correct information for what to do and where to go. Bad experience, i’m sorry

TGSA

Wrote on 16th Nov, 2021

Interesting quick visit

Big conservation center, I was the only visitor, got a quick tour, visited the Elephant hospital, there was also a young Elephant, enjoyed my visit!

SaigonDoug

Wrote on 3rd Jan, 2021

Nice place, animals treated well.

We saw about 12 elephants of varying ages. We had a short ride on one, shorter than we expected. A few times we got to feed the elephants, for 50B. The staff spoke in both Thai and English. There were..