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  • Patara Elephant Farm
  • Patara Elephant Farm
  • Patara Elephant Farm
  • Patara Elephant Farm
  • Patara Elephant Farm
  • Patara Elephant Farm
  • Patara Elephant Farm
  • Patara Elephant Farm

Patara Elephant Farm : Elephant Owner For A Day

  • Location: Chiang Mai Province
  • Highlights: Riding your own elephant, elephant feeding, bathing, brushing
  • Free pick-up/drop-off within 3 km of the city center.
  • English-speaking local tour guide.
  • Free cancellation 2 days before departure time
฿5,800 / adult
Secure your spot today with a small deposit
  • • Morning: 1 person/one elephant. : ฿800
  • • Morning: 2 person/one elephant. : ฿600
  • • Afternoon: 1 person/one elephant. : ฿800
  • • Afternoon: 2 person/one elephant. : ฿600
Deposit will be adjusted at checkout.

Overview

Embark on an unforgettable adventure with our Elephant Owner for a Day experience. Ride bareback through breathtaking mountain landscapes and experience handling these magnificent animals like never before. Learn about elephant skin care, bathe in the river and enjoy a delicious picnic lunch (morning program only). Feed the elephants and get advice from our knowledgeable keepers. Join us on an exciting, educational and unforgettable journey that will awaken a deeper understanding of these gentle giants.

Itinerary

Elephant owner for a day : morning session (includes lunch)

  • 7:30-7:45 AM: Pick up from the hotel and transfer to Patara Elephant Farm. You will receive a briefing on the history of domesticated elephants in Thailand.
  • 8:30-9:00 AM: Arrive at the farm. Complete registration and change into training clothes.
    Prepare for the training session.
  • 9 AM: Training begins. Activities include a hike to track elephants in their natural habitat. You will learn about elephant farm management and our breeding program. You will be trained to approach and stay close to the elephants and observe their temperament. You will be introduced to each of our elephants. Participate in the morning feeding routine. Learn about the elephants’ daily health care, including pregnancy tests and caring for elephant mothers with small babies. Discover elephant skin care and have the opportunity to bathe your elephant. Receive instruction on various techniques for getting on the elephant’s neck, sitting on the elephant, basic riding techniques, and giving verbal commands to elephants. Practice mounting and dismounting the elephant.
  • 12 PM: Bareback Riding.
  • 1 PM: Excursion uphill to a waterfall for a picnic and refreshing water activities with your elephant.
    Ride the elephant back to the farm for evening feeding.
  • 2:30 PM: Transfer back to your hotel.
  • 3:30 PM: Arrive back at your location in Chiang Mai’s Old City via our free transfer service.

Elephant owner for a day : afternoon session (without lunch)

  • 1 PM: Pick up from hotel and transfer to Patara Elephant Farm.You will receive a briefing on the history of domestic elephants in Thailand.
  • 1:45 – 2 PM: Arrive at the farm. Complete registration and change into training clothes.
    Prepare for the training.
  • 2:00 -5:15 PM: Training begins. Activities include a hike to track elephants in their natural habitat. Learn about elephant farm management and our breeding program. Train to approach elephants and observe their temperament. Get to know each of our elephants. Participate in the feeding routine. Learn about the daily health care of elephants, including pregnancy tests and caring for elephant mothers with small babies. Discover elephant skin care and have the opportunity to bathe your elephant. Receive instruction on various techniques for climbing on the elephant’s neck, sitting on the elephant, basic riding skills, and using verbal commands for elephants. Practice mounting and dismounting the elephant. Ride on the elephant’s bare back and practice easy rides around the farm.
  • 5:30 PM: Transfer back to your hotel.
  • 6:30 PM: Arrive back at your location in Chiang Mai’s Old City via our free transfer service.

Please note that the duration of the program may vary slightly depending on traffic conditions and other factors.

What we’ll do

Immerse yourself in the world of elephants with our extraordinary “Elephant Owner for a Day” experience. Start your adventure with pick-up from your hotel and transfer to the famous Patara Elephant Farm. During a briefing you’ll learn more about the fascinating history of domestic elephants in Thailand.

At the farm, sign in and change into the appropriate training attire in preparation for an intense workout. Embark on a trek through the bush and meet the elephants in their natural habitat. Gain insight into the management of the elephant farm and our dedicated breeding program.

Over the course of the day, you’ll form a deep connection with these majestic creatures. Learn how to approach and stay close to the elephants, and observe their unique temperaments. Get to know each of our elephants and participate in their daily feeding. Discover the intricacies of their health care, including pregnancy tests and caring for elephant mothers with their young babies.

Experience the joy of caring for elephant skin and the pleasure of bathing these gentle giants. Receive expert instruction on techniques such as mounting the elephant’s neck, sitting on the elephant’s back, learning basic riding skills, and communicating with the elephants through spoken commands.

The adventure continues with an exciting bareback ride, followed by an exploration of the surrounding area. Enjoy the scenic beauty while riding alongside your elephant companion.

The afternoon session excludes lunch, but you can still look forward to an equally captivating experience. Your journey as an elephant owner ends with a transfer back to your hotel, making this a day to remember.

What's Included

  • A free pick-up and drop-off service is included within 3 kilometers of the city center
    • If you’re out of town, contact us to arrange a meeting point
  • A highly specialized and educational experience with elephants
  • Bareback elephant riding
  • Thai picnic lunch (only for the morning session)
  • Water to drink
  • Free photos of your activities

What To Bring

  • T-shirt
  • Long pants
  • Extra clothes for change
  • Sandals or thongs
  • Sneakers
  • Camera
  • Sunblock lotion
  • Insect spray
  • Swimming suit
  • Face towel
  • Other personal belongings as needed

Additional Informations

  • This is a small group tour, approximately 9 persons.
  • Tour operated by our Tour Operator Partner.

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