Trunk Tales: Half-Day Elephant Adventure

The Half-Day at Chaweng Elephant Sanctuary offers a unique and ethical opportunity to connect with rescued elephants in a peaceful, natural setting. During your visit, you'll have the chance to feed these gentle giants, observe their natural behaviors like foraging, bathing, and playing in the mud, and learn about their rescue stories. This immersive experience allows you to support elephant welfare while enjoying a heartwarming and educational journey. The trip includes a guided tour, refreshments, and a relaxing atmosphere, making it a memorable half-day adventure for animal lovers.

Highlights

 

  • Ethical Elephant Encounters: Interact with rescued elephants in a responsible and compassionate setting.
  • Magical Feeding Experience: Feed the elephants their favorite treats and enjoy this unique moment of connection.
  • Observe Natural Elephant Behaviors: Watch the elephants forage, bathe, and play in their natural habitat.
  • Guided Sanctuary Walk: Explore the sanctuary with an expert guide, learning about elephant conservation and welfare.
  • Delicious Lunch: Enjoy a tasty meal served at the sanctuary, surrounded by nature.
  • Relaxed Atmosphere: Immerse yourself in a serene environment, perfect for relaxation and reflection.
  • Round-Trip Transfers: Convenient pick-up and drop-off service from your hotel or meeting point.

 


Inclusions

 

  • Round-Trip Transfer: Pick-up and drop-off service from your hotel or designated meeting point.
  • Lunch: A delicious meal served during your visit.
  • English-Speaking Guide: Expert guide to enhance your experience with informative insights.
  • Refreshments: Complimentary drinking water, tea, coffee, and snacks.

 


Exclusions

 

  • Personal Expenses: Items such as souvenirs, additional snacks, or drinks outside of what is provided.
  • Travel Insurance: Guests are advised to arrange their own travel insurance for unforeseen circumstances.
  • Gratuities: Tips for guides or staff, if desired, are not included.

 


Essential Information

How to Book ?

  1. You select the number of adult and children for the tour and book your tour
  2. We gather your email and phone contact details during the booking process
  3. Post your booking our customer care reaches you by email and whats app and we gather your hotel address and other details
  4. We communicate your approximate pick up time
  5. Our customer care number over whatapp supports you all the time
  6. Upon our pick up arrival, please present your voucher to our driver / guide to help with identification and avoiding any wrong pick ups
  7. You are ready to enjoy your tour

Things to Carry for Your Visit to Elephant Sanctuary

  1. Comfortable Clothing: Wear light, breathable clothes suitable for walking and outdoor activities.
  2. Sturdy Footwear: Bring comfortable shoes or sandals that you don’t mind getting muddy.
  3. Reusable Water Bottle: Stay hydrated and eco-friendly by bringing your own bottle (refills may be available).
  4. Sunscreen & Hat: Protect yourself from the tropical sun.
  5. Change of Clothes: Optional, but helpful in case you get wet or muddy during the experience.
  6. Towel or Wet Wipes: For cleaning up after interacting with the elephants or playing in the mud pit.

Optional: A light raincoat or umbrella if visiting during the rainy season.

Itinerary

Morning Session

  • 09:00: Hotel pick-up from the main road area (please note, accommodations in mountainous areas are excluded).
  • Welcome & Introduction: Enjoy an informative introduction and an engaging video about the sanctuary and its mission.
  • Meet & Feed the Elephants: Experience the joy of feeding the elephants, a magical moment as they enjoy their basket of treats.
  • Guided Walk: Take a stroll through the sanctuary, observing the elephants as they exhibit natural behaviors such as foraging, bathing, and playing in the mud pit.
  • Lunch: Savor a delicious, locally prepared meal at the sanctuary.
  • 12:00: Transfer back to your hotel.

Afternoon Session

  • 14:00: Hotel pick-up from the main road area (please note, accommodations in mountainous areas are excluded).
  • Welcome & Introduction: Begin with a warm welcome and an insightful video presentation about the elephants and the sanctuary’s work.
  • Meet & Feed the Elephants: Enjoy the magical experience of feeding the elephants their favorite treats.
  • Guided Walk: Walk with the elephants in their natural habitat, observing their behaviors like foraging for food, swimming in the pool, and playing in the mud pit.
  • Lunch: Relish a hearty lunch amidst the tranquil surroundings.
  • 17:00: Transfer back to your hotel.

Terms and Conditions

  1. Transfer Policy:

    • Pick-up and drop-off are available only from designated main road areas.
    • Guests staying in mountainous or remote areas must arrange their own transport to the meeting point.
  2. Cancellations and Refunds:

    • Free cancellations are permitted up to 24 hours before the scheduled session.
    • Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the experience or no-shows will not be refunded.
  3. Health and Safety:

    • Participants must follow all instructions provided by the sanctuary staff for their safety and the well-being of the elephants.
    • This experience involves walking; guests should have a moderate level of fitness.
  4. Child Policy:

    • Children under a certain age may require adult supervision (specific age requirements to be confirmed upon booking).
  5. Conduct:

    • Guests are prohibited from riding or engaging in any activity that disturbs or harms the elephants.
    • Please respect the sanctuary’s guidelines and the natural behaviors of the animals.
  6. Liability:

    • The sanctuary is not responsible for personal belongings lost or damaged during the visit.
    • Travel insurance is recommended to cover unforeseen circumstances.
  7. Weather Conditions:

    • Activities are subject to weather conditions and may be modified or canceled in the event of adverse weather for safety reasons.
  8. Photography and Filming:

  • Photography is allowed, but flash and drones are prohibited to avoid disturbing the elephants.

By booking this experience, guests agree to adhere to these terms and conditions for a safe, ethical, and enjoyable visit.

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