The elephants are on their way from their house to their regular evening bath and are passing our tent on the way. 

Near the banks of the River Khwae, in the former elephant sanctuary camp, is where you’ll find this elephant-friendly excursion. On this trip, you will see more about the city of Kanchanaburi. We will get the best of both worlds: a chance to learn about the area’s rich history and natural landscape while also seeing elephants and enjoying an adventurous trip into the great outdoors

We’re pitching our tents at the site of a former elephant sanctuary camp, so we can see these magnificent creatures as they meander around the area on their way to the river for a daily bath. We’ll be checking out Tham KraSae and its accompanying bridge, a notorious section of the Death Railway. After we get back to camp in the afternoon. In which we get to do whatever we desire (Bamboo rafting, elephant riding, or elephant bathing)

Next day after breakfast we tidy up our campsite. We will drive to Kanchanaburi town, where we’ll meet our local crew for stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) on the Khwae River. A cruise down the river will allow us to take in the sights of Kanchanaburi.

Since 2018, the elephant camp has ceased to serve the tourism sector. The encampment is currently home to four elephants and their caretakers. You may occasionally spot them walking around, and both the elephants and their caretaker continue to provide services in exchange for food to campers.

Bangkok Hiking never supports animal abuse. Our top priority is selecting partners who have a beneficial effect on the local community. This is the campsite we chose.

Now, we are aware that elephant camps have a poor reputation due to animal abuse, elephants being forced to labor, etc. But not all camps forced elephants to work longer hours without regard for their conditions, nor do all caretakers in this profession abuse their elephants. A single adult elephant can easily consume 400 kg of food each day, and in order to provide them with food, the camp needs funds.

These are the ways you may assist with their support…

• 1) Donate directly to the camp to cover their food expenses.
• 2) 20 minutes of elephant bathing for 500 THB
• 3) Elephant rides around the campground for 200 THB
• 4) Support or purchase the campsite’s snacks or products.

*There are no plans to deviate from the plan unless there is an unforeseen situation

Day 1:

8.00: Van Leaves from Bangkok, around 3 hrs drive, with the gas station break

11.00: Arrive at the campsite, and set up our tents

12.00: Lunchtime

13.00: We leave the campsite for Tham KraSae Bridge. We will visit Tham KraSae and see the train approaching over the bridge 

15.30: We will return to the campsite and choose the activities we can do

1. A) Bamboo rafting
2. B) Elephant riding
3. C) Elephant bathing (500 THB donate to elephant)

18.00: Dinner in the campsite and enjoy the rest of the evening.

Day 2:

6.30: Breakfast at the campsite

7.30: We leave our campsite to Kanchanaburi town for SUP activities

8.00: Arrive at the meeting point. We will be introduced to the SUP team, with safety and route briefing.

11.00: Return to the entrance. Change into clean clothes.

12.00: Lunch at Meena Cafe. The cafe has a great view of the rice field and Tiger cave temple.

14.00: Visit Tiger cave temple. Then we will return back to Bangkok

16.00: Back to Bangkok and end the trip

Price: 4,500 THB

Includes

• 2 days Transportation round trip from Bangkok
• All Entrance Tickets to listed destination
• Choose activities at the campsite
• SUP tour on Kranchaburi river
• Camping Permit & Fee
• Rent of private Camping equipment (tent, sleeping mattress, blanket, portable fan & power bank)
• 4 complimentary meals and bottle of drinking water during the trip
• Organizing Fee
• Travel Insurance

Not include

• Food & Drink that’s not listed
• Personal Expense
• Elephant bathing is 500 THB donation to campsite

 Refund & Cancellation

• Notify by 8 days or more: Credit Account
• Notify less than 7-0 days: No refund
• Changing the name of the guest = 100% Refund

• Pickup: Gas Station near Wutthakat BTS Station
  • Google Map: https://goo.gl/maps/5qruDNDRHxDQnFGKA
• Drop Off: Same as Pickup spot