2D1N Ethical Elephant Sanctuary Experience

Engage with elephants & community at BEES.

5.0

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DURATION

2 days 1 night

Booking type

Join-in trip

MEET UP

Free pick-up

Group size

Up to 12 guests

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2D1N Ethical Elephant Sanctuary experience - BEES, the safe home for elephants.
BEES – Burm and Emily’s Elephant Sanctuary is a remarkable sanctuary that provides a safe and natural home for elephants to be themselves. They rescue and retire elephants, giving them a chance to live in a natural environment free from exploitation and abuse. At BEES, elephants can roam, forage, socialize, and just be elephants. What makes BEES truly special is their commitment to the welfare of the local community. They engage in various initiatives, such as clean-up days, education programs, and even help with irrigation and clean-ups after natural disasters. Visitors to BEES can be a part of these initiatives, making their visit truly meaningful.What to ExpectA 2-day, 1-night experience at the Elephant SanctuaryScenic drive through the mountains with stops at a waterfall and marketOpportunity to meet the rescued cats and dogs at the sanctuaryPrepare treats for the elephants and watch them return from the forestFree time to relax, shower, and interact with rescue animalsDelicious Thai cuisine dinnerObservation Walk - Full-day hiking adventure through the forestPicnic lunch in natureCommunity activities and salad preparationDeparture at approximately 4-5pm on Day 2Includes: Lunch and dinner on Day 1, breakfast and lunch on Day 2, boots for jungle trekking (limited sizes available), accommodationExcludes: Meals outside of BEES, travel and accident insurance

What You’ll be Doing

Day 1:

Elephant Sanctuary Experience

Day 2:

Observation Walk - Hiking adventure day

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What’s Included

Day 1: Lunch and Dinner

Day 2: Breakfast and Lunch

Boots for jungle trekking (8 pairs available, but option for sizes are limited)

Accommodation

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Who you’re supporting

Community Champion

Wildlife Protector

Women-led Wonder

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Where You’ll Sleep

BEES Homestay

All Nights

Next Available Dates

Prices shown in USD

Select Time for 22 Dec 2024

Additional Information

Where we'll meet

Start Point

Free pick-up from Inside Chiang Mai Old City Square(Old City, Thailand)

08:30am
Notes: BEES typically pickup their guests at a hotel within Chiang Mai's Old City Square. Guests who are living outside the square are advised to reach out to BEES for options and advice.

End Point

End at Inside Chiang Mai Old City Square (Old City, Thailand)

+1 other option

Start & ends

08:30AM on Day 1 - 02:00PM on Day 2

Suitability / Accessibility

Vegetarian food available
Child Friendly (Recommended Age: 10+)

Cancellation & other policies

Cancellation
To secure your spot, your host will turn away other guests. Because of this, cancellations aren't allowed.
Minimum Participants
If there are fewer than 2 participants, the host may reschedule or refund your booking.

From

$242.03 SGD/person

5.0(20)

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Meet your host

Founded in 2011 by Burm Pornchai Rinkaew and Emily Rose McWilliam, BEES is an acclaimed elephant sanctuary listed on the World Animal Protection Organization's Elephant Friendly Guide. Pioneering a hands-off policy, they prioritize elephant well-being and established the BEES Elephant Foundation in 2015. Emily's commitment began in 2009 after witnessing the mistreatment of elephants in Thai tourist camps. In 2010, discussions turned into action, with Emily and her partner Burm relocating to Mae Chaem to start BEES. Burm, with a background in tourism, contributes his expertise to the project, aiming to uplift the community by teaching English. Since 2011, BEES has been a community-driven initiative, with Burm and Emily purchasing land and involving the local village in constructing accommodations. In addition to caring for elephants, BEES focuses on environmental conservation, having planted around 10,000 trees since 2012 with the help of visitors and local kids. Together, Burm and Emily's dedication creates a sanctuary that not only protects elephants but also fosters community and environmental well-being.

Speaks: Fluent English

Acceptance rate: 80%

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Helpful Questions

What should I pack?

A copy of your Travel & Accident Insurance

Hat

Insect Repellant

Long Sleeve Shirts and Pants

Sunscreen

Toiletries (Body soap, shampoo and etc)

Torchlight

Towel

Universal Adapters

Water Bottle (refills are available on site)

Hi, I'm interested in the Elephant Sanctuary experience, however I'm by myself. Is there private accommodation for 1 person?

Monika, 23 Nov 2024

Hi Monika, Thank you for your interest in the Elephant Sanctuary experience! Our host can check availability based on the date you’re booking for. Feel free to book the experience via this website, and under the "Notes" section, kindly mention that you’ll be traveling alone. Our host will then guide you further regarding private accommodation options for 1 person. Let us know if you have any other questions!

I will be travelling with my 3.5yr old (very well travelled). Would this be an appropriate experience for her?

Thuyen, 28 Jan 2024

Hi Thuyen, The activities involved, such as jungle trekking and interacting with elephants, which may be challenging for a 3.5-year-old.

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