Elephant Hills – The Bush Camp, Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai & Northern Thailand, Thailand, Asia
Elephant Hills – The Bush Camp, Chiang Mai
Following the success of their acclaimed camp in Khao Sok National Park, the first luxury tented camp of its kind in Thailand, we are delighted the Elephant Hills team have created a similar experience in beautiful countryside on the banks of the Mae Ping River just outside Chiang Mai.
Tucked away from the hustle and bustle of downtown Chiang Mai, you will be able to experience local life close to nature without missing out on the luxuries of an excellent equipped glamping tent with hot and cold shower, electricity, Wi-Fi and a magnificent view from your own spacious balcony.
A great combination with a stay in the city; an overnight here offers guests the chance to experience Thailand’s majestic giants in their natural home, whilst enjoying views of the lush vegetation and misty mountains, typical of Northern Thailand. Read on to learn more about the Elephant Hills Bush Camp in Chiang Mai and all it has to offer for your next holiday in Thailand!
Highlights
Day One
Your experience starts with a pickup from the airport or your Chiang Mai hotel, transferring to the camp – approximately two hours drive.
Arrive in the late morning and enjoy a delicious Thai lunch, before checking in to your luxury tent and enjoying the activities in and around the Elephant Camp.
You’ll visit their free-roaming cain free elephant park. Feed and interact with the elephants and spend time in the elephant café, whilst the elephants roam peacefully in front of you. You’ll have the chance to explore the life of the mahouts and see how they live together with nature and their elephants. Encounter the traditions of the mahout, watching their families pound rice, weave their own hand-made clothes. Sample some of their cooking and help them make paper from elephant dung!!!
You’ll have time to relax by the pool before enjoying a sundowner, cooking demonstration and delicious buffet dinner whilst overlooking beautiful mountain vistas.
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