Headquartered in the outskirts of Chiang Mai – with new branches operating in both Phuket and Koh Samui – this wildlife sanctuary is home to a number of happy, playful elephants all rescued from their previous lives of captivity in the logging or tourism industries.
The center’s expert staff educate visitors on the lesser-known controversies surrounding the use and treatment of the kingdom’s most revered animal, while offering opportunities to engage with the resident elephants in their natural day-to-day environment, bathing, playing, and of course, lots of eating!