Elephant Watching and Thai Cooking Class with Waterfall Discount Tickets

Overview

Launch into an unforgettable day with our Elephant Observation & Authentic Thai Cooking Class in Chiang Mai. Begin with hotel transfers and a visit to a lively local market to pick fresh ingredients. Guided by an expert chef, prepare seven Thai dishes, including mango sticky rice, and enjoy your creations. At the sanctuary, immerse yourself in peaceful surroundings as you observe elephants roaming freely, bathing, or playing in the mud. Sip herbal tea while taking in the serene environment. Cool off at a hidden waterfall, then wrap up with a hearty local meal before returning to your hotel. Perfect for families, couples, and groups, this tour blends culture, cuisine, and nature into a truly enriching experience, offering unforgettable moments in the heart of Chiang Mai’s lush landscapes.

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup Information

Pickup is available for all hotels within Chiang Mai Old City area. Pick up time is between 8.00-8.30 a.m. The tour operator will confirm the exact pick-up time via email. Please don't forget to recheck your email. Please plan to meet the driver in your hotel lobby at least 10 minutes before the scheduled. You may be considered a no-show if you arrive more than 10 minutes late or after the car has moved on from your hotel.

Language Offered

Thai-GUIDE

English-GUIDE

Inclusion

All ingredients

Round-trip transfer from 5 Km radius of Chiang Mai Old City

Photography

E-book recipe for cooking

Complimentary local meal

Towel & traditional Karen clothing

Free refill drinking water

Accident Insurance

Professional guide/staff – English/Thai

Exclusion

Tip & personal expenses

Cancellation Policy

Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
• 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Children’s tickets are available for those aged 4 to 9 years.

Children aged 0-3 years can join free of charge.

Please bring changing clothes for the activity.

No prior cooking experience is required. However, the classes are recommended for children above 5 years old.

We cater to all dietary requirements, food allergies, and intolerances.

Menu: Drink: Butterfly Pea Lime Juice, Dessert: Mango Sticky Rice Appetizer: Spring Roll Soup: Tom Yum Kung, Tim Kha Gai Stir fried: Pad Thai, Stir Fried Chicken with Cashew Nuts, Stir Fried Holy Basil with Chicken, Fried Fresh Rice Noodle with Chicken Curry: Green Curry with Chicken, Pa Naeng Curry with Chicken, Mussamun Curry with Chicken, Khao Soi Salad: Papaya Salad, Glass Noodle Spicy Salad, Spicy Chicken

Customers will travel in a 12-seater, air-conditioned van, switching to a roofed 4×4 truck for the last 10 minutes to reach the sanctuary.

All interactions are conducted under the guidance of our experienced handlers to ensure safety for both the elephants and participants.

On the rare occasion that we should be required to cancel a tour, we will inform you in advance and offer a different tour date, an alternative tour or provide a full refund.