4D3N Volunteer with Rescued Elephants

Immerse in BEES, a haven where rescued elephants just BE elephants.

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DURATION

4 days 3 nights

Booking type

Join-in trip

MEET UP

Free pick-up

Group size

Up to 12 guests

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Embark on an unforgettable elephant sanctuary journey.
BEES – Burm and Emily’s Elephant Sanctuary is a special place where elephants are rescued and provided a safe, natural home to just BE elephants. This sanctuary allows elephants to live out their days in a natural environment, free from exploitation and abuse. Visitors to BEES can witness the elephants naturally foraging, dust bathing, roaming, and socializing. What makes BEES truly unique is their dedication to serving the local community as well as providing the best care for their elephants. They run clean up days, education programs for kids, English classes in local schools, and provide care for local cats and dogs in need. BEES embodies the values of travel as a force for good.What to ExpectA 4-day, 3-night experience in the Mae Chaem District, about 2+ hours drive from Chiang MaiDay 1: Arrive at the sanctuary, prepare treats for elephants, watch them return from the forest, and enjoy free time with rescue animalsDay 2: Embark on a full-day observation walk, have a picnic lunch in nature, and enjoy free time in the eveningDay 3: Engage in elephant care activities in the morning, have lunch onsite, and participate in either elephant or community activities in the afternoonDay 4: Enjoy a final morning in rural Thailand, say goodbye to new friends, and head back to Chiang MaiInclusions: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner; boots for jungle trekkingExclusions: Meals outside of BEES, travel and accident insuranceHost description: Burm and Emily founded BEES in 2011, with a focus on elephant welfare and community engagement. They have created a hands-off sanctuary and are part of the World Animal Protection organization. Burm is passionate about teaching English to children in the local community.

What You’ll be Doing

Day 1:

Elephant Sanctuary Experience

Day 2:

Observation Walk - Hiking adventure day

Day 3:

Elephant Care And Sanctuary Activities

Day 4:

Final morning in rural Thailand

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What’s Included

Breakfast (3), lunch (3) and dinner (3)

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

Round trip transport from Chiang Mai

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 18 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 4

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

$410.64 SGD/person

5.0(19)

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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 am interested in BEES - Burm And Emily's Elephant Sanctuary 4D 3N [Thailand]. Can i check if there are any slots that have been booked in early December or late Novemeber? I am keen to participate and would like to avoid event cancellation due to lack of people joining after i purchase my flight tickets. Look forward to hearing from you. thanks

Daphne , 04 Nov 2023

Hey Daphne, They are available for NOv 30th 2023

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