Thailand: The Elephant Experience with Discover Corps
Program Overview
Help care for elephants at an elephant nursery, living the life of a mahout, and helping to protect Thailand’s vulnerable population of these magnificent creatures. Explore the ancient temples, buzzing markets of Chiang Mai, and the unspoiled beauty of the northern Thai countryside.
At the elephant sanctuary, where you’ll spend the bulk of your trip, rescued elephants are cared for by expert maho...
Help care for elephants at an elephant nursery, living the life of a mahout, and helping to protect Thailand’s vulnerable population of these magnificent creatures. Explore the ancient temples, buzzing markets of Chiang Mai, and the unspoiled beauty of the northern Thai countryside.
At the elephant sanctuary, where you’ll spend the bulk of your trip, rescued elephants are cared for by expert mahouts, who you’ll work alongside and learn from. You’ll immerse yourself in the life of a mahout, rising early to walk and bathe the elephants, collecting grass for meals, and feeding them. As you work, you’ll learn about these beautiful, intelligent creatures and gain a deeper respect and appreciation for their relationship with humans.
In addition to our interactions at the elephant sanctuary, we...
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- 1-2 Weeks
Updated Nov 11, 2025
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Locations
- Chiang Mai, Thailand
Types & Subjects
- Adventure Types
- Eco Tours
- Nature Tours
- Rafting
- Tours
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Group
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accommodation Options
- Group living
- Other
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Other
Age Requirement
14+
Duration
- 1-2 Weeks
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