Tours/Chiang Mai/Half-Day Elephant Experience at Rantong
Viator · group up to 15 pax

Half-Day Elephant Experience at Rantong

4.8(651)Chiang Mai1 hour
VIATOR4.8(309)TRIPADVISOR4.7(342)

Description

Ran-Tong is devoted to rescuing abused elephants from all over Thailand and surrounding countries. Every elephant rescued is brought to the sanctuary in Chiang Mai and cared for with great passion and enthusiasm. Our mission is not only geared towards the protection and prevention of abused Elephants in Thailand but also to educate the public about their long history within Thai culture. Founded in 2009, Ran-Tong has rescued over 40 elephants to date with the help of public generosity, support, and private donation they can continue their ongoing vital work. Our priority is animal welfare. At Ran-Tong Save & Rescue Elephant Centre, you will completely get to learn a lot about elephants and have a memorable experience with them.

Tour Options

Half-Day Elephant Experience at Rantong
  • Pickup included

Highlights

Air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch for Half Day Morning or Dinner for Half Day Afternoon
Mahout Style Karen Clothes to change
Travel Insurance

What's included

Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch for Half Day Morning or Dinner for Half Day Afternoon
Mahout Style Karen Clothes to change
Travel Insurance

Pickup Locations & Times

Pickup time is between 7:00-7:30 AM for Half Day Morning and 1:30-2:00 PM for Half Day Afternoon. We pick you up at your hotel/accommodation within 3 kilometers radius of Chiang Mai Old City. Please inform us of your hotel name and address in advance.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(651)

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Martin_G
June 27, 2026
Fun

I enjoyed the experience. If you like to get close to elephants this is the best way. If you want to jump with elephants in the water, no worries you receive clothes and boots. Shower is available as well.

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macfamilyNj
June 22, 2026
Lovely elephant experience!

This was a beautiful experience! Elephants seemed all very well taken care of. We were given a change of clothes & rubber boots to walk around. Our guide explained about the elephants & their lives there. The elephant’s caretakers seemed very attuned to them. Theelephants dictate the terms, as it should! We fed them, which was amazing & a bit scary when u see such a huge creature coming towards you. This will be highlight of our trip!

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O163WVdeborahs
June 20, 2026
Bucket List Experience

Bucket list item that exceeded expectations. The elephants roamed free. We got multiple opportunities to feed them and go in the water with them. Amazing experience and our guide Siri was incredible! She was so funny and kind!

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Meander65503280084
June 15, 2026
Walking with the Gentle Giants.

Today we had the absolute joy of visiting Rantong elephant sanctuary. We never thought we would get so close and involved with all the elephants and the playing with them in their watering hole was amazing! Our guide Siri ( yes just like the iPhone but this is a real person!), thank you for your informative guidance, your sharing of your passion for these magnificent animals, secondly to the team at the sanctuary, it is obvious that your caring approach with the elephants comes straight from your heart, when we learned that the elephants choose their carers that made our hearts swell ❤️, to the kitchen staff, thank you for a delicious lunch 😊 and finally to the founders thank you for your commitment and energy to keep the sanctuary going. We thoroughly recommend a visit to the sanctuary, you will come away full of humility and happiness and knowing that your support is helping humanity.

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Sherpa19674775575
June 6, 2026
Half Day Elephant Trip

We did the half day experience. Couldn’t fault the service. The whole experience was amazing and Siri our guide was so knowledgeable it made the whole time even more special. You can really tell she loves the elephants. Would definitely recommend this trip to friends and family and would return if ever in Thailand.

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Ogadhostel
June 2, 2026
Never to old to cuddle with elephants

So...this was a good experience. We were able to get up close and personal with elephants (a little to close for me 😉). The tour guide Bowwoy was really nice, hands on and explained everything so well. The place provided an outfit and shoes to keep you clean. Showers are optional afterwards so be sure to bring your items needed for changing. The elephants all have their unique personalities....lunch was good...keeping the flies off was the issue. Great place, enjoyed iy even in the heat.

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Alan M
May 28, 2026
Rescued elephants

I really enjoyed this experience. We got to feed the elephants and give the elephants a bath. The elephants are all from working areas and were rescued when they got ill and injured and could not work. Our guide was called Siri and she gave us lots of information about the elephants.

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kianahs2026
May 26, 2026
So good!

Very good and cool experience! Had so much fun and had lots of laughs. Good food and environment. They take amazing care of the elephants and you can really see that they are loved. Thank you!

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Q2135RIchristopherp
May 26, 2026
Amazing experience

It was an amazing experience. Everyone was so nice and very welcoming. The tour was very fun, lots of activities and very engaging. Would recommend to anyone!

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William M
May 23, 2026
Excellent visit

Excellent morning with the elephants in a lovely sanctuary. Our guide, Neekon, was so helpful and instructive. The elephants clearly love the sanctuary and have freedom to roam and be together. They appear very happy and well cared for.

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