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Spend a day caring for elephants at an ethical sanctuary, then climb the unique non‑slip Bua Thong "Sticky" Waterfall. This hands‑on tour pairs wildlife observation with an easy, adventurous waterfall climb—ideal for travelers seeking a full‑day outdoors experience from Chiang Mai.
Spend a day caring for elephants at an ethical sanctuary, then climb the unique non‑slip Bua Thong "Sticky" Waterfall. This hands‑on tour pairs wildlife observation with an easy, adventurous waterfall climb—ideal for travelers seeking a full‑day outdoors experience from Chiang Mai.
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Operated by Click2GoThailand.com · Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai Province
You step out of the van into heat and humidity; the river ahead hisses like a place that won’t be rushed. The day unfurls between two very different classrooms: the open spaces of an ethical elephant sanctuary and the chalky terraces of Bua Thong, the so‑called Sticky Waterfall where limestone grips your soles and the cascade invites a slow climb.
moderate.
8–9 hours.
Moderate fitness: able to walk on uneven ground, stand for periods, and assist with light tasks like preparing feed.
This tour visits a sanctuary focused on hands‑on care, observation, and enrichment rather than riding; follow staff guidance to ensure welfare standards are respected.
Travel time is roughly 1–1.5 hours each way depending on traffic and exact pickup location; plan for a full‑day itinerary (about 8–9 hours total).
Yes, but infants must sit on an adult’s lap and activities require moderate mobility; check age and safety rules with the operator when booking.
Quick‑dry clothing and water shoes are ideal; bring a towel and a change of clothes for the return trip.
Mae Taeng and surrounding valleys were part of the Lanna cultural region; elephants historically served in logging and transport and are now central to conservation tourism.
Support sanctuaries that forbid riding and that reinvest in elephant welfare; avoid single‑use plastics and follow staff instructions to minimize stress on animals and habitat.
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