Chiang Mai: Elephant Sanctuary, Long Neck Village & Sticky Waterfall Tour

Spend a full day combining ethical elephant care, local culture, Thai cuisine, and the natural beauty of Buatong Sticky Waterfall on a Chiang Mai day tour.

Getting started

Begin with convenient round-trip hotel transfers from Chiang Mai City Centre. Travel through the scenic countryside to a private elephant sanctuary, where your English-speaking guide introduces you to the day's activities. At the sanctuary, change into the traditional mahout outfit provided by the Ethical Elephant Caretaker Team before meeting the elephants.

What to expect

• Learn about the history and care of Asian elephants at the Elephant sactuary, including how to prepare nutritious herbal treats. Feed the elephants by hand and walk alongside them through the lush forest for a closer look at their daily care.

• Enjoy a refreshing river experience with the elephant bathing, creating a memorable hands-on encounter in a natural setting.

• Continue your journey with a visit to Long Neck Village, offering an opportunity to experience a distinctive part of Northern Thailand's local culture.

• Take a break with an authentic Thai meal featuring local dishes, followed by fresh tropical fruit, snacks, and drinking water.

• Head to the unique limestone-rich Buatong Sticky Waterfall, known for its naturally grippy rock surface. Climb the falls and cool off in the clear water before beginning the return journey to Chiang Mai.

With elephant care, a Long Neck Village visit, local food, and an adventure at Buatong Sticky Waterfall, this tour brings together some of Chiang Mai's most memorable nature and cultural experiences in one day.