Our Programs
Choose your experience and observe elephants in their natural habitat. All our programs are 100% observation-only — no riding, bathing, or feeding.

Half-Day Morning
- 7:00 AM – 12:30 PM
What’s included:
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Chiang Mai
Observe elephant behavior in the jungle
Learn how to make elephant supplements
Lunch included
Refreshing visit to a waterfall (no bathing)
Enjoy herbal tea from the village
- Adult 1,800 THB / Child 1,200 THB

Half-Day Afternoon
- 12:30 – 18:30
What’s included:
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Chiang Mai
Observe elephant behavior in the jungle
Learn how to make elephant supplements
Dinner provided
Refreshing visit to a waterfall
Enjoy herbal tea from the village
- Adult 1,800 THB / Child 1,200 THB

Full Day Experience
- 07:30–17:00
What’s included:
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Chiang Mai
Full-day observation of elephants in nature
Supplement feeding activity
Visit to waterfalls
Jungle walk with elephants
Local lunch & scenic countryside ride
- Adult 2,500 THB / Child 1,800 THB

2 Days / 1 Night Stay
(Minimum 2 guests)
- Day 1 (07:30) – Day 2 (11:00)
What’s included:
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Chiang Mai
Overnight stay in eco-lodge
Sunset/sunrise observation walks
Feed & prepare food for elephants
Waterfall visit + hill tribe experience
4 meals + tea, coffee, water
- Adult 4,500 THB / Child 2,500 THB
What Our Guests Say
Real moments. Real emotions. Hear from travelers who felt the magic of truly ethical elephant observation where peace, respect, and wonder come together.
EXCELLENT
Based on 109 reviews
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Sergio SantosTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Ha sido una experiencia genial. Muy recomendable! La gente muy agradable y daban comida al final muy rica. Ves a los elefantes de manera ética.Posted on Google![]()
Marina AranaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Una experiencia muy buena y recomendable. Muy agradable la gentePosted on Google![]()
Carolina CedeñoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
I absolutely recommend this place. From the moment you arrive, you can tell that everything is done with so much care and respect. They have two beautiful dogs, and as soon as you see them, you can tell how well they are looked after. That immediately gives you an idea of how well the elephants are cared for too. This is a place where animal welfare is truly respected. It’s beautiful for taking photos and walking around, but more importantly, it gives you the opportunity to appreciate how incredible nature can be when you don’t interfere with it and simply observe and share the space with the animals. You don’t need to feed, bathe or ride an animal that doesn’t want to do those things. These animals don’t need to perform for us. They just need to be protected and rescued. I really hope they receive many more visitors in the future. So please, visit this place. 🐘❤️ PD. The guide is great, good English and very friendly. They gave us fruit, water and a very tasty fried rice (vegetarian).Posted on Google![]()
Mikel LarenaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Experiencia genial, nos trataron increíble, simpáticos, muy divertido, y una experiencia muy respetuosa y única. Muy recomendablePosted on Google![]()
BeatrizTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Santuario etico de verdad, no hay contacto con los elefantes, ni ducha ni ni gun tipo de adiestramiento.... Los ves en su hábitat después de un rato de andar por la selva para encontrarlos. La gente que te acompañan son gente de la zona que respetan a los animales como íbamos buscando y te ofrecen todo lo que tienen. Una experiencia muy bonita. GraciasPosted on Google![]()
Lia GraziosoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
The guide is super funny and helpful, they respect the elephants and you get a really nice lunch with an amazing view!! One of the best experiences that we did here :)Posted on Google![]()
David RoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Increíble la visita al santuario de elefantes, una experiencia perfecta de principio a fin. Lo que más nos gustó fue la observación: ver a los elefantes a su aire en un terreno gigantesco no tiene precio. Da mucha tranquilidad comprobar que el respeto hacia los animales es 100% real. Nada de espectáculos ni circos; lo que te cuentan sobre cómo los cuidan es totalmente verdad. Todo súper transparente y con un trato de diez, que al ir en grupos pequeños se disfruta muchísimo más. Mención especial para nuestro guía, John Rambo. Un profesional cercano y auténtico que nos explicó todo al detalle. Se le notaba a leguas la pasión por lo que hace. Un par de consejos prácticos si van a ir: - Llévense unos calcetines para las botas de agua que te dan allá, así el pie no se te resbala y caminas mucho más cómodo. - No se olviden del bañador para el final de la excursión. Ojo, que quede claro que NO es un baño con los elefantes (lo cual se agradece bastante, demuestra que no priorizan el morbo del turista). El baño es en unas cascadas brutales que tiene la propia familia en la zona para cerrar el día con un buen chapuzón. Si buscan un sitio verdaderamente ético, transparente y respetuoso con los animales, lo recomiendo a ojos cerrados.Posted on Google![]()
Artemy PTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Una experiencia maravillosa. Tratan a los animales con verdadero respecto, se puede percibir incluso en como se comportan los elefantes. Totalmente recomendado , son buena gente respetuosa con animales y personas.Posted on Google![]()
Mirko GelsominiTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Esperienza piacevole e semplice. Scelta poichè etica: gli elefanti sembrano essere liberi di vagare senza alcuni obblighi o inposizioni.Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
EXCELLENT
Based on 116 reviews
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Christine VVerified
Amazing experience Elephant in the wild If you want a truly ethical elephant experience in Chiang Mai, go with Eve79. Khun Kong was an amazing guide who taught us about the local flora and the history of these rescued elephants. We loved that there was no riding or forced bathing—just pure observation in a beautiful mountain setting. The visit to the waterfall and the delicious local lunch were the perfect way to end the day. 5 stars all the way!"Posted on Tripadvisor![]()
Kan GVerified
Unser Highlight in Chiang Mai Ein unglaublich tolles Erlebnis. Andere werben mit Worten wie ethisch oder natürlich, hier trifft alles zu und das an einem wirklich wunderschönen nahezu magischen Ort mitten in einer tollen Landschaft. Schon bei der Ankunft streifte der Blick über die schönen kleinen Reisterrassen hinüber zum Wald. Nach einer kurzen Begrüßung gab es ein paar Infos zu Elefanten im allgemeinen, für jeden ein Paar Gummistiefel und schon ging es los auf einen Rundweg durch das Gelände. Bereits nach vielleicht 200 Metern tauchte am gegenüberliegenden Berghang ein Elefant auf einer Lichtung auf, allerdings sehr weit entfernt. Da sich die Tiere komplett frei bewegen können sieht man sie immer wieder an unterschiedlichen Plätzen. Sie ernähren sich zu 70-80 % selber, die restlichen 20-30% werden mit frischen Bambus an 2 Futterplätzen zu gefüttert. Somit ist die Aussicht quasi garantiert. Schon vorm Start der Tour hatte unser sehr netter Guide erzählt, dass es einen wenige Tage alten Elefantenbullen im Gelände gibt. Als wir diesen dann aber mit seiner Mutter zu Gesicht bekamen war das ein unglaublich schönes Erlebnis. Der Guide achtete auf genug Abstand und Ruhe. Da unsere kleine Gruppe aber genau dieses Erlebnis suchte harmonierte das alles perfekt. Wir standen vielleicht 10 - 15 m entfernt von den Tieren auf einer leicht erhöhten Position. Die Tiere liesen sich von uns überhaupt nicht stören und man konnte sehen, dass es ihnen sehr gut geht. Kein Vergleich zu dem Camp, welches ich bei meinem letzten Besuch in Thailand besuchte. Auf unserem weiteren Weg sahen wir noch einige Elefanten und auch 3 Wasserbüffel in den Reisfeldern. Wer wollte konnte noch ein erfrischendes Bad am Wasserfall nehmen und dann ging es weiter zurück zum Ausgangspunkt, welchen wir nach cirka 2- 2,5 h wieder erreichten. Dort ga es noch ein leckeres Mittag mit Reis aus eigenem Anbau. Insgesamt eine wundervolle Erfahrung. Genau so, wie man sich ein solches Camp vorstellt, bei dem es zuerst um das Wohl der Tiere geht. Organisatorisch auch perfekt. Kommunikation extrem schnell und gut. Binnen 1 - 2 Minuten bekam man eine Antwort. Der Fahrer war pünktlich da und brachte uns sehr sicher zum Camp und zurück. Orga definitiv volle Punktzahl. Aber auch für alles andere. Speziell wer mal nach Abwechslung zum Trubel der Stadt, ihren Tempeln, Märkten und Restaurants sucht ist hier genau richtg. Meiner Meinung nach jeden einzelnen Baht, Euro oder Dollar wert. Unser absolutes Highlight in den 7 Tagen Chiang MaiPosted on Tripadvisor![]()
Journey54302726444Verified
Top ervaring op een ethische olifantenopvang We hebben een top middag gehad in een prachtige omgeving boven in de bergen. We zagen alle vier de olifanten. Er was zelfs een kleine babyolifant van slechts drie dagen oud. Je kunt de olifanten bewonderen, maar op een respectvolle afstand. Er is geen sieraadje van aanraken, bad of voeren. De olifanten genieten van hun vrije tijd in de bergen. Een ethische opvang, waarbij ze hart voor de olifanten hebben die voorheen hard voor de mens hebben moeten werken. De gids was erg vriendelijk en sprak Engels. Hij zorgde ervoor dat je de dieren en de prachtige omgeving volledig kon waarderen. Er was ook nog tijd voor een verfrissende duik in de waterval. Na de middagwandeling wordt er een eenvoudig, maar smaakvol diner geserveerd. Tijdens het eten, kan je (na)genieten van het prachtige uitzicht. Het was echt een geweldige ervaring!Posted on Tripadvisor![]()
James RowdonVerified
A very rewarding, authentic and ethical experience. It's quite rare in life that something you plan meets your expectations fully but our experience at Eve79 was everything I was hoping it would be. Trekking through the jungle and tracking elephants and then observing the elephants in what would be their natural habitat. We are a family of 4, with two young children (4yrs and 16mnths) and the trek was challenging for our 4 year old, but possible with some carrying. The kids were kept engaged by preparing 'medicine balls' for the elephants which we handed to a dedicated member of staff who distributed the balls on the ground a safe distance away so we could watch the elephants emerge from the jungle to eat. We were really impressed by the guide's concern for the elephants and our children and the way he would move us out of the elephant's path if he felt they were getting too close. No touching, no bathing, no riding, no hooks... exactly how it should be. Our guide also explained that there are no fences keeping the elephants captive, they stay because the sanctuary provides food for them every day, but they are in theory free to leave. There are staff members keeping track of the elephant's whereabouts and constantly cutting bamboo and grasses for them to eat. I think a full day tour would be enough, but we stayed overnight and had a great time. They really made us feel part of the family. I don't have anything to compare it to, but if you are after an authentic experience tracking a few elephants then this is the sanctuary for you... I f you wanted to see lots and lots of elephants, or get up really close, or didn't want to walk far then this maybe wouldn't be as ideal for you as it was for us.Posted on Tripadvisor![]()
Blanca BVerified
Magnífica experiencia Ha superado todas nuestras expectativas, el sitio es precioso y muy grande, el guía es majísimo y divertido y lo más importante, los elefantes están totalmente en libertad, simplemente los observas en su hábitat natural y no interactúas con ellos. Un 10!!Posted on Tripadvisor![]()
sharonandtonycannellVerified
A wonderful trip to a truly ethical sanctuary. Beautiful surroundings and guides that respected the elephants. A wonderful day in a truly ethical sanctuary. Watching the elephants roaming was truly magical. All the elephant sanctuary’s claim to be ethical now. Some are more ethical than others. We did our research carefully to ensure we weren’t encouraging a sanctuary with mass tourism. This was truly ethical. Watching from afar. No touching, no riding, no feeding, no bathing. Just as it should be. And the lunch was an unexpected bonus. Rice harvested from the fields below. Truly wonderful.Posted on Tripadvisor![]()
Sophie GVerified
Elephant Sanctuary Eve79 is a great elephant sanctuary with a small number of elephants. I feel this is better than some sanctuaries with many elephants as they have more space to roam freely. I'd recommend a half day tour which is plenty of time to see the elephants eating, visit the waterfall and eat some fresh lunch.Posted on Tripadvisor![]()
lucy fVerified
Based on mutual respect So amazing! Very cool to see the elephants living freely. After visiting this, I can’t imagine how watching elephants in captivity would be enjoyable. This is the only way to do it!Posted on Tripadvisor![]()
Jolanda vVerified
Unieke ervaring waarin het welzijn van de olifanten voorop staat We wilden een olifantenreservaat bezoeken waarin het welzijn van de olifanten belangrijk is en dat is bij Eve79 zeker het geval. Je bent toeschouwer, je blijft op gepaste afstand, prachtige omgeving bovenop de berg. Je moet wel goed te been zijn want je wandelend door het bos/ jungle. Nadat je de olifanten heb gezien sluit je af bij een mooie waterval waar je kan zwemmen. We hadden het ochtendprogramma geboekt en kregen na afloop van de tour heerlijke rijst en meloen.Posted on Tripadvisor![]()
caitlin dVerified
10/10 Highly recommend, you can tell the elephants are well looked after. If you want to see elephants and not contribute to their exploitation, this really is the place to go. The staff are lovely, and the food at the end was lovely.