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Chiang Mai Elephant Friends

Chiang Mai · Thailand

201 Moo 9 Mae Win Chat WatView location

9.6/10Excellent129 Reviews
Cleanliness9.2/109.2
Service9.8/109.8
Comfort8.4/108.4
Condition9.0/109.0
Amenities9.2/109.2
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About Chiang Mai Elephant Friends

With a stay at Chiang Mai Elephant Friends in Mae Wang, you'll be 22. 7 mi (36. 5 km) from Doi Inthanon National Park and 27. 6 mi (44. 4 km) from CentralPlaza Chiang Mai Airport. This hotel is 28. 6 mi (46 km) from Chiang Mai University and 29.

3 mi (47. 2 km) from MAYA Lifestyle Shopping Center. Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access and a television in a common area. Featured amenities include luggage storage and laundry facilities.

A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite. Stop by the hotel's restaurant for lunch or dinner, or grab snacks at the coffee shop/café. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.

A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM. Make yourself at home in one of the 5 guestrooms. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and slippers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and complimentary bottled water, and housekeeping is provided daily.

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With a stay at Chiang Mai Elephant Friends in Mae Wang, you'll be 29.5 mi (47.4 km) from Chiang Mai Night Bazaar and 27.4 mi (44.1 km) from Central Chiang Mai Airport.

This hotel is 28.4 mi (45.6 km) from Nimmanhaemin Road and 28.6 mi (46.1 km) from Chiang Mai University. Make yourself at home in one of the 5 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries.

Conveniences include complimentary bottled water and in-room massages, and housekeeping is provided daily. Featured amenities include express check-out, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Smoking areas

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until 9:00 PM
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 15

Hotel policies

No elevators Cash deposit required Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals not allowed

Important information

  • You need to know
    • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
  • Special Instructions
    This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts cash
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Minimal age
    15
  • Optional fees
    • Airport shuttle fee: THB 700 per vehicle (one-way)
    • Rollaway bed fee: THB 500.0 per day

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    Thai

    English

    French

Nearby attractions

Pha Chor 30.8 km / 19.2 mi
Grand Canyon Water Park 31.8 km / 19.8 mi
Kad Farang Village 34.3 km / 21.3 mi
Baan Tawai Village 35.4 km / 22 mi
Wat Intharawat 35.9 km / 22.3 mi
Chiang Mai Night Safari 36.4 km / 22.6 mi
Ob Khan National Park 37.1 km / 23 mi
North Hill City Resort 37.9 km / 23.6 mi
Wat Phra That Hariphunchai 39.1 km / 24.3 mi
Wat Phra That Haripunchai Woramahawihan 39.1 km / 24.3 mi
Phra Nang Chamathewi Monument 39.1 km / 24.3 mi
Royal Park Rajapruek 39.8 km / 24.7 mi
Riverside 40.9 km / 25.4 mi
Wat Phra That Doi Kham 41.6 km / 25.9 mi
Old Chiang Mai Cultural Center 43 km / 26.7 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 5
  • hotel
  • Car parkExtra charge
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Room serviceExtra charge
  • Laundry service
  • FireplaceExtra charge
  • Currency exchange facilitiesExtra charge
  • Garden
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  • Luggage room
  • BBQ facilities
  • Towels and bed linenExtra charge
  • Café
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Smoking areaExtra charge
  • TV lounge
  • MassageExtra charge
  • Breakfast
  • CanoeingExtra charge
Meal plans

Meal plan types

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BED AND BREAKFAST

Breakfast is included with your stay.

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  • DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BEDDOUBLE • QUEEN SIZE BEDDBL.QN

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    DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room code: DBL.QN

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  • BUNGALOW STANDARDBUNGALOW • STANDARDBUN.ST

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    BUNGALOW STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–9 • Adults: max. 9 • Children: max. 4
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: BUN.ST

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  • TRIPLE COMFORTTRIPLE • COMFORTTPL.OM

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    TRIPLE COMFORT

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    COMFORT

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    Room code: TPL.OM

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 43 m²DBL.ST

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    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    43 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Bedrooms
    1
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    DOUBLE
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: DBL.ST

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARDDBL.ST-1

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    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: DBL.ST-1

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  • FAMILY ROOM THREE BEDSFAMILY ROOM • THREE BEDSFAM.3B

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    FAMILY ROOM THREE BEDS

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    FAMILY ROOM
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    THREE BEDS

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    Room code: FAM.3B

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  • BUNGALOW WITH AIR CONDITIONINGBUNGALOW • WITH AIR CONDITIONINGBUN.AC

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    BUNGALOW WITH AIR CONDITIONING

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–9 • Adults: max. 9 • Children: max. 4
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    BUNGALOW
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    WITH AIR CONDITIONING

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    Room code: BUN.AC

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  • TRIPLE PREMIUMTRIPLE • PREMIUMTPL.PI

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    TRIPLE PREMIUM

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    PREMIUM

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    Room code: TPL.PI

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    BUNGALOW PREMIUM

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    Guests: 1–9 • Adults: max. 9 • Children: max. 4
    Room type
    BUNGALOW
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    PREMIUM

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    Room code: BUN.PI

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Chiang Mai Elephant Friends

9.6
Excellent
129 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.2 /10
Service
9.8 /10
Comfort
8.4 /10
Condition
9.0 /10
Amenities
9.2 /10
50 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jul 2026
Connor
If you are looking for an unforgettable hotel experience near Chiang Mai, do not pass on Elephant and Friends. Our driver Pai, all the hotel staff, and tour guide Sam were some of the kindest people. We are so grateful to have spent two nights of our honeymoon at Elephant and friends.

The best part of this experience was the Elephant Friends. All the elephants were beautiful gentle animals that provided us an amazing experience. All the mahouts showed they truly cared for their elephant and there was a mutual relationship. Spend the extra money and Book the full day experience, eat at the restaurant and enjoy the fantastic hospitality and service at this remarkable place in Mae Wang. Thank you for an experience we will cherish forever. 🇨🇦
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jun 2026
Rafael
Views and excursions were amazing! And A/C was very cold. The elephants come straight to your room and handled very well. You are in the middle of the jungle so just beware for the bugs!
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
13 Jun 2026
Kyra
The elephants were chained up after around 4pm, and when they weren’t chained they were either doing day experiences with tourists or confined to small areas. It seemed like the elephants had real connections with their handlers and were given positive reinforcement through treats to do their tasks and not physically injured but worked all day none the less. It felt unethical and took away from the whole experience. Also we understood that we would be far from most things but we were unaware that we would be unable to picked up from a Grab so transportation pretty much only runs through the sanctuary.

Apart from that, the staff were VERY kind and the food was pretty good. The bungalows we stayed in were also unique and unlike anything we’ve stayed in before.

There was a restaurant and cafe, but the bar was closed when we were there which was unfortunate.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Apr 2026
Danielle
Great experience from the customer services in the beginning throughout our stay. Beautiful property, engaging and knowledgeable guide, elephants were awesome! Just a great time!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
26 Apr 2026
Chantelle
Beautiful views we did not want to leave , rooms are as advertised, had good air conditioning and a mosquito zapper , we loved staying amongst the elephants that seem to be well looked after and happy in their sanctuary also good restraunt on site staff was friendly and very helpful
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
22 Apr 2026
Kendra
This place was great. Great restaurant, and the elephants seemed very happy! The AC worked well once you ran it for a while. It's a little bit rustic so don't expect perfection. Bugs can get through the cracks in the floor/etc. but it was well maintained and cleaned so we had no issues.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
17 Apr 2026
Carlos
Beautiful place nice and friendly people
Self
10/10
Exceptional
01 Apr 2026
Victoria
Staff are amazing very attentive had an amazing time would definitely recommend
10/10
Exceptional
24 Mar 2026
Lauren
Well kept facility and surrounding area. Side note- sliding glass doors are extremely clean so be careful not to run into them, although it did make for a good laugh.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
19 Mar 2026
Rosemary
Beautiful area, beautiful view, room was clean, AC worked great!
Dinning there is phenomenal, loved the staff!
Andof course the elephants were so amazing, they are so sweet, definitely coming back next year!
10/10
Exceptional
18 Mar 2026
Christopher
Amazing experience with the elephants! The staff were so nice and attentive to elephants. Nothing fancy about the rooms, but you come here for the elephant experience anyhow.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Mar 2026
Ismael S.
Id you’re really looking for that Elephant ChiangMai experience, this is the right place. Great service, super clean rooms and super nice people.
10/10
Exceptional
19 Feb 2026
Alexis
Beautiful place, clean, good food, amazing to wake up with elephants everywhere
10/10
Exceptional
06 Feb 2026
John
Awesome staff and up close experience with the Elephants great restaurants
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jan 2026
Josie
The staff was amazing! Daniel and Nickay were so kind and helpful. We had so much fun and the food was awesome.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jan 2026
Tamara
10/10 recommend this stay
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Dec 2025
Hazel Yvonne
Whole experience was fabulous
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
03 Dec 2025
Michael
This experience was one we will remember forever! The staff was great, food was excellent and the time spent with the elephants was unforgettable. Spend the money and do the experiences
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Nov 2025
Benjamin
We loved the experience with the elephants! This is a full-day paid addon to the stay (or you cna just do the experience and not stay, but we were glad we did). The room was very nice, and well-maintained. The little bar and restaurant ahs limited opening times but we enjoyed the food and the pleasant service.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Nov 2025
Barbara
The elephant experience was great and all the staff was super helpful. Our cabin was very clean and comfortable and the food in the restaurant was excellent
Business_and_leisure
10/10
Exceptional
27 Oct 2025
Raquel
What a great experience we had here, something out of this world with the elephants.
10/10
Exceptional
18 Sep 2025
Fabiola
Amazing place!!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
16 Sep 2025
Francisco
Great people
10/10
Exceptional
09 Sep 2025
Grupo
Nos gustó mucho como está el hotel en la naturaleza , nos encantó la convivencia con los elefantes .
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
29 Aug 2025
Blanca
Everything is very beautiful. But I suffer from claustrophobia and couldn’t stay overnight. The staff is very friendly, I only spent a few hours feeding the elephants. A very beautiful and unforgettable experience
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
07 Aug 2025
Michael
Amazing and beautiful
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
04 Jun 2025
Fernanda
If was a nice experience, however a lot of trash everywhere. Specially at the lake!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 May 2025
John

Magical Stay a Elephant Friends

Our time at elephant Friends in Mae Wang was excellent. It was all that we expected and more. The staff is very attentive and polite. Be prepared to walk a bridge from the reception area to your room! It's actually quite cool. I had expected it since I saw it on a YouTube video. However, they will also let you know that as well. If you're expecting the city scape, this is not the place for you! This is rural living at its finest! River flowing, mountains in the landscape, trees, and oh, elephants! Those huge gentle animals. You can see that they are content! You will not be disappointed if you choose this place as a destination.
Partner
2/10
Poor
06 May 2025
Verified traveler
Warning- this is not an elephant sanctuary but a tourist business. Elephants are chained up 12 hours a day and made to do tricks.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
06 May 2025
Elizabeth
It was an extremely relaxing atmosphere, staff were very friendly and helpful. There were multiple things to do and the accommodations were great. My only addition would be in room coffee. There was a hot water pot, but no beverage package.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Apr 2025
Lizbett
Beautiful experience!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
30 Mar 2025
Kristi

Don’t miss this one.

Amazing, all of it, only downside we didn’t stay longer. It was truly special. I loved the entire property. The elephants, the food, the people that worked there.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Mar 2025
maria ignacia
Me encantó!!! Limpio, cómodo y se ven muy bien cuidados los elefantes 💜
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
28 Feb 2025
Sarah

Lovely people, terrible beds.

This place is fantastic! The staff were lovely. The beds were worse than sleeping on the floor. I've never had such a hard bed in my life. The cabins are outdated. But I can't get over the pain of the beds. Literally like sleeping on rocks.
I'd recommend visiting but not staying over or if you do one night max for the elephant wake up. It was a lovely place so I feel bad not giving 5 stars but need to be accurate in my review.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Feb 2025
Karina
This is the most amazing place love love this place
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Feb 2025
Cristin
A great experience at a great place!!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Feb 2025
Yvonne
Just Wow! We had an amazing stay at Elephant Friends Resort. Our bungalow was right in the river. Very comfortable beds. Everything you need! The staff was amazing and restaurant food excellent. We did the bamboo river rafting which we loved!!! Then the morning of our departure the elephants came for breakfast. Just a magical experience. I highly recommend this resort. And the elephants are well cared for ❤️
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
01 Feb 2025
John
The views overlooking the river are just amazing. The bungalow is simple but clean with wifi, comfortable bed and a/c. Staying here for the day is fantastic. You will see the elephants walking around all day and you can watch others with their elephants. I especially liked that if you sign up for a walk or bathing etc it will be only with your group. The staff go out of their way to take pics for you on your phone so you can focus on the elephants. Must do the morning wake up... the best.
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jan 2025
Chris
What a amazing experience you can see the elephants are well taken care of the food at the restaurant was sooo good views are amazing
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
30 Dec 2024
Sarah

Beautiful experience

I stayed for 2 nights in the small bungalow with the little private pool. It was absolutely wonderful. This was at the end of my first solo travel to Thailand and it was a great way to end my trip. The property was very peaceful and quiet, the elephants are just amazing, and the food was delicious.

It's an hour away from Chaing Mai old town and I used the hotel transport, check in was super easy as I had already paid when I booked. All of the activities cost extra and you pay at check-out, I felt they were all very comparably priced compared to other tours in the area. I did the elephant feed & walk and the rafting. Both were wonderful! The stuff was very friendly & helpful, the food was very good and the view was beautiful.

My room was clean & had an a/c unit, it was actually cool enough I never turned it on, the bed was very firm but the pillows and blankets were soft and comfy.

Over all it was the highlight of my trip and I plan to return with my kids in the future.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
30 Dec 2024
Andreas
The staff is wonderful and they treat the elephants very well. We would love to see more care for the environment with just so much garbage in and around the river but it did not take away too much from the experience. Leo was our guide for the full day and was a very kind hearted guy who genuinely cares for the animals.
10/10
Exceptional
29 Dec 2024
Melissa
Everything about my stay was amazing....staff were great, food was excellent and the elephant experience was a once and a life time adventure
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
13 Dec 2024
Chad
This place was quiet and peaceful. Everyone here was polite and helpful. Our time with the elephants was awesome, my wife loved it! Would recommend to a friend. This place also has good food!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Dec 2024
Genesis
We had so much fun in this hotel . The staff were very helpful and friendly . I will definitely come back with my family.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Nov 2024
WESLEY
One of the highlights of our trip to Thailand was our 3-night stay at Chiang Mai Elephant Friends. The entire staff was extremely personable, always greeting you with a smile throughout our visit. The two on-site restaurants serve excellent Thai cuisine and delicious smoothies! And the interaction with the elephants - feeding them and bathing them - truly a memorable experience that we will always cherish!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Nov 2024
Magaly
Love this place staff are very friendly
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 Nov 2024
Kimberley
Amazing experience.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Nov 2024
Elizabeth

Amazing

Amazing place in the jungle. We did the elephant wake up, the day with the elephants and trip to Doi Inthanon. The elephants were incredible, the highlight of our trip. The restaurant was fantastic...some of the best food we had. Breakfast had lots of choice too. The room was very basic and there was a distinct drain smell in our room. However, it was worth it for the once in a lifetime experience.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
13 Sep 2024
Hilda
It was such a great stay. I loved the elephants that you’ve seen everywhere the property, had fun bathing Nono and feeding Sakhong and the rafting was a great as well.
It was far from the city and the walking to the room was a bit of a challenge but staff are very helpful to give us a ride in their motorbike.
We had a great time,
10/10
Exceptional
13 Sep 2024
Sun
It was indeed an amazing experience and I will definitely recommend to everyone. Thanks for having me 🙏
Leisure Self

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Chiang Mai Elephant Friends
201 Moo 9 Mae Win Chat Wat, Mae Wang, Thailand

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