What separates Elephant EcoValley from any other ethical elephant adventure or “no riding” attraction?

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A family has cared for elephants and presented ethical venues for thousands of people to experience these magnificent mammals. Our new ethical elephant adventure at Elephant EcoValley complements the diverse programs and other elephant-related activities which provide stable employment for the local community and many mahouts.

• Elephant EcoValley • Elephant Culture Museum • Huay Pa Rai Hilltribe Village • Mahout Training Programs • Volunteer Opportunities

Elephant EcoValley works closely with the Center of Excellence in Elephant and Wildlife Research at Chiang Mai University and the Chiang Mai Elephant Alliance to promote the welfare of elephants.

Rest assured that elephants are always in good hands at Elephant EcoValley.

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From the fresh tropical juice you receive upon arrival to your souvenir photo in a poo paper frame as you depart, the natural attractions, the learning opportunities, the service, the friendliness, and the genuine thrills never cease. • Tour the culture museum. • Learn about herbal treatment. • Make vitamin herb ‘n’ fruit balls and feed them to your new buddies. • Walk through the Lower EcoValley herb garden. • Pose astute questions during the “Ask the Mahout!” session. • Stand clear of the mud bath! • Watch the elephants bathe or get wet and wash ’em yourself! • Help make paper out of poo (the elephants, not yours). • Relax to the gurgle of the stream as the waterwheel generates power. • Hike with elephants to the upper valley on the Elephant Trail. • Cut grass and plants for a snack for your new buddies. • Plant a banana tree or herb. • Treat your tongue to a tasty gourmet meal. • Come empty; leave full (of great food and forever memories). Check out three half-day or full-day programs at Elephant EcoValley here on our CHOICES page. 

Walking with the elephants is great. When you ride, you only see the back of the mahout and the scenery. When you stroll alongside, them you see the way they scratch themselves with their feet and all the cool things they do with their trunks.

Our Elephant Culture Museum presents a wide range of topics including evolution, anatomy, skeleton, the logging era, the elephant as a cultural icon, threats and solutions, and many more. One is duplicated below and you can view other samples here on the Elephant Museum page.