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Chiang Mai : cours de cuisine thaïlandaise et excursion au sanctuaire éthique pour éléphants

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Opérateur: Living Green Elephant Sanctuary
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De la ferme à la forêt : cuisinez 5 plats thaïlandais authentiques dans une ferme biologique, puis rencontrez des éléphants secourus dans un sanctuaire éthique près de Doi Inthanon. Transferts aller-retour à Chiang Mai inclus.

Chiang Mai : cours de cuisine thaïlandaise et excursion au sanctuaire éthique pour éléphants: En bref

PriceFrom $77 per person
Duration11-12 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeExperience
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Choose from 2 available options

Meeting Point In Town

Meet your guide at the Pon Elephant Thailand office (in town) at the address listed 10-15 minutes before the tour begins...
9 hours
English
$77
Annulation gratuite

Hotel Transfer from Chiang Mai City Center

Departures: 7:45 AM, 12:45 PM
9 hours
English
$81
Annulation gratuite

Description complète

Laissez derrière vous les rues animées de Chiang Mai pour un voyage d'une journée complète qui relie culture thaïlandaise, nature et conservation éthique de la faune, conçu pour les voyageurs qui veulent des histoires, des saveurs et du sens, pas seulement du tourisme.

Votre journée commence par un cours de cuisine thaïlandaise pratique à Casa de Mango, une ferme biologique à 45 minutes de la ville au pied de Doi Inthanon, le plus haut sommet de Thaïlande. Après une visite d'un marché local animé pour choisir des herbes et épices fraîches, vous sélectionnerez vous-même des ingrédients du jardin et cuisinerez cinq plats authentiques à votre propre poste individuel, puis vous vous installerez pour déguster le festin parmi les manguiers et les vues sur la montagne.

Dans l'après-midi, dirigez-vous profondément dans la forêt vers l'opérateur local, l'un des sanctuaires éthiques pionniers de Thaïlande (depuis 2016). Installé parmi des ruisseaux naturels et des vallées vertes, il permet aux éléphants secourus de vivre librement, sans monte, sans tours, sans chaînes. Rencontrez chaque éléphant par son nom, écoutez leurs histoires de sauvetage, nourrissez-les à la main, et marchez à leurs côtés à travers la jungle. S'ils le choisissent, rejoignez-les pour un bain rafraîchissant dans la rivière. Chaque interaction est respectueuse et se fait selon les conditions des éléphants.

Programme

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

7:30 AM30 minutes

Hotel pickup in Chiang Mai

Pickup from your Chiang Mai city hotel

8:30 AM1 hour

Local Market Visit

Learn how locals choose fresh herbs and spices with your guide

9:30 AM30 minutes

Casa de Mango Organic Farm

Welcome herbal tea under the mango trees & organic garden tour

10:00 AM3 hours

Thai Cooking Class & Lunch

Hands-on class — 5 dishes incl. spring rolls, curry, Pad Thai & dessert, then eat your feast

1:30 PM30 minutes

Drive to Living Green Elephant Sanctuary

Transfer into the mountain forest of Chom Tong

2:00 PM45 minutes

Sanctuary Welcome & Elephant Welfare

Introduction to the sanctuary's ethical conservation work

2:45 PM1.25 hours

Meet, Feed & Walk with Elephants

Hand-feed the rescued elephants and walk with them through the jungle

4:00 PM30 minutesOptional

Optional River Bathing

Bathe the elephants in the river — only if they're willing

4:30 PM1 hour

Farewell Meal

Dinner at the sanctuary before heading back

5:30 PM1.5 hours

Return to Chiang Mai

Drive back to your hotel

Inclus

  • Transferts aller-retour à l'hôtel (ville de Chiang Mai)
  • Visite du marché local
  • Cours de cuisine thaïlandaise complet avec postes individuels
  • Déjeuner (votre propre cuisine) + dîner au sanctuaire
  • Entrée au sanctuaire d'éléphants et toutes les activités
  • Tenue thaïlandaise traditionnelle pour la visite du sanctuaire
  • Guides locaux parlant anglais
  • Eau potable, collations et thé aux herbes
  • Couverture d'assurance
  • Service photo gratuit

Non inclus

  • Pourboires
  • Dépenses personnelles

Informations importantes

Point de rendez-vous

Hotel pickup in Chiang Mai city, 7:30–8:00 AM.

À savoir avant de partir

  • Annulation gratuite jusqu'à 24 heures avant le début de l'activité

À propos de cette activité

Annulation gratuite
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Duration 11-12 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Pickup included
Driver will pick you up from hotel/airport or any desired location in Chiang Mai
Wheelchair accessible

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Avis des voyageurs

4.9/5
based on 5 reviews
Guide
4.9/5
Value for money
4.8/5
All reviews are from verified AsiaByLocals travelers
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Gabriel– United Kingdom
September 3, 2026

Such an amazing morning here and our guide was just the best !!

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Andrew– Switzerland
September 1, 2026

This was a wonderful excursion for us. Meeting the elephants and interacting with them was great fun. They are such wonderful and gentle creatures. The guides were excellent, spoke good English and told us a great deal about their elephants. I would recommend this to anyone interested in wildlife and with half a day to spare in Bangkok. The site is a couple of hours from the city in a comfy mini-van.

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5
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Roheeda– United Kingdom
August 31, 2026

This was the highlight of my entire trip. Amazing being up close with the elephants, feeding them and getting into the water to bathe them. The guides were knowledgeable and really care for the elephants. Takes about 2 hours to get there and back again but worth it.

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Hannah B.– United Kingdom
March 2, 2026

Easily the best day of our Thailand trip. The morning cooking class was hands-on and relaxed — we picked herbs from the garden and made five dishes, the Pad Thai and green curry were amazing. Then the elephant sanctuary in the afternoon was so moving. No riding, no chains, you just feed and walk with them. You can tell the elephants are genuinely cared for. They even sent us professional photos afterwards for free. Worth every penny.

5
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Lukas M.– Germany
February 21, 2026

We specifically looked for an ETHICAL sanctuary and this delivered. The guide explained each elephant's rescue story and you feed them by hand in their natural forest setting. The river bath was optional and only happened because the elephants wanted to. Combined with the cooking class it's incredible value for one day — two proper experiences plus pickup from our Chiang Mai hotel.

5
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Sophie L.– France
March 9, 2026

The farm where you cook is beautiful, surrounded by mango trees and mountains, and each person gets their own cooking station. Loved that you choose your own dishes and protein. After lunch we drove to meet the elephants — gentle giants, completely free to roam. A perfect mix of culture and nature. Small group so it felt personal. Highly recommend for couples and families.

4
D
Daniel R.– Australia
February 16, 2026

Brilliant full day out from Chiang Mai. The cooking class was genuinely fun and the food was delicious, and the elephant sanctuary is the real ethical deal — no tricks, just respectful interaction. It is a long day (around 11-12 hours with the drive) so be prepared, but it never felt rushed. Bring clothes you don't mind getting muddy. Guides were friendly and spoke great English.

5
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Mei T.– Singapore
March 12, 2026

Did this as a solo traveller and felt completely looked after. Vegetarian was no problem in the cooking class — they accommodated me without any fuss. The sanctuary is set in gorgeous mountain forest and the team clearly love the elephants. The free photo service was a lovely touch, got beautiful shots I couldn't have taken myself. One of my favourite days in Thailand.

Questions fréquentes

Yes. Living Green is an ethical sanctuary that has cared for rescued elephants since 2016 — there is no riding, no performing tricks, and no chains. The elephants roam freely in a natural mountain-forest setting with streams and valleys. Your visit is built entirely around the animals' welfare: you meet them by name, hear their rescue stories, feed them fresh fruit by hand, and walk alongside them. Even the river bath is optional and only happens if the elephants choose to enter the water. By visiting, you directly support the sanctuary's conservation work and the local staff who care for the herd.
This is a full-day experience of roughly 11–12 hours with round-trip hotel transfers from Chiang Mai city. The morning is a hands-on Thai cooking class at an organic farm near Doi Inthanon — including a local market visit, garden tour, and a 5-dish menu you cook and then eat for lunch. In the afternoon you transfer to the Living Green Elephant Sanctuary to feed, walk with, and (optionally) bathe the rescued elephants, followed by a farewell meal before returning to the city. Both your lunch and dinner, all entrance fees, English-speaking guides, traditional Thai clothing for the sanctuary, drinking water and a complimentary photo service are included.
Absolutely. The cooking class is fully customizable — for the soup, stir-fry and curry courses you choose your preferred protein (prawns, pork, chicken) or a vegetarian option. Vegetarian, vegan and most allergy or dietary requirements can be accommodated with advance notice, so please let us know your preferences at the time of booking and the team will prepare accordingly.
No — river bathing is completely optional and only takes place if the elephants are willing to enter the water that day, in keeping with the sanctuary's animal-welfare-first approach. If you'd like to join in, bring swimming clothes and a towel. If you prefer to stay dry, you can simply watch and continue feeding and walking with the herd. Nothing is forced, for you or the elephants.
Yes, it's suitable for all ages and fitness levels, which makes it a great family day out. It's a small-group experience (maximum 12 guests) so children get personal attention during both the cooking class and the sanctuary visit. The pace is relaxed, the elephant interactions are gentle and supervised, and kids love both making their own Thai dishes and feeding the elephants by hand.
Round-trip hotel transfers from within Chiang Mai city are included in the price. Pickup is typically between 7:30 and 8:00 AM directly from your hotel, and you're returned to the city in the early evening (around 7:00 PM). The farm and sanctuary are about 45 minutes from the city in the peaceful Chom Tong district beneath Doi Inthanon, Thailand's highest peak.
Bring comfortable walking shoes, swimming clothes and a towel (if you'd like to bathe the elephants), sunscreen and insect repellent, a change of clothes, and any personal medications. A camera is optional since professional photos are provided free of charge. Departures run daily, and you can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before the tour.
Transferts aller-retour à l'hôtel (ville de Chiang Mai), Visite du marché local, Cours de cuisine thaïlandaise complet avec postes individuels, Déjeuner (votre propre cuisine) + dîner au sanctuaire, Entrée au sanctuaire d'éléphants et toutes les activités, Tenue thaïlandaise traditionnelle pour la visite du sanctuaire, Guides locaux parlant anglais, Eau potable, collations et thé aux herbes, Couverture d'assurance, Service photo gratuit
The duration of the Chiang Mai : cours de cuisine thaïlandaise et excursion au sanctuaire éthique pour éléphants is typically 11-12 hours. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
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