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Elephant Sanctuary in Chiang Mai (Thailand)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Do you take credit / debit card? Yes we do. However there is a surcharge : Visa 3% / Master % and Amex 6 % What should I bring on the tour?  Cameras, sun lotion, insect spray, sunglasses, sun hat, waterproof clothing (depending on the forecast). Change of clothes and towel if you want to shower afte...
THE IMPORTANCE OF ELEPHANT CONSERVATION

THE IMPORTANCE OF ELEPHANT CONSERVATION

The IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature) has listed the Asian Elephant as endangered with a decreasing population.  It is very difficult to accurately count elephant populations due to densely vegetated habitats. The error margins are also high due to different survey techniques and beliefs...
ETHICAL ELEPHANT TOURISM

ETHICAL ELEPHANT TOURISM

At Baan Chang Elephant Park we strongly promote ethical elephant tourism and here’s why: In 1989, the Thai government banned logging in protected areas, basically closing all remaining natural forests. While undoubtedly this was the right decision in terms of animal welfare, one unfortunate side effect was tha...
THAI ELEPHANT HISTORY

THAI ELEPHANT HISTORY

Asian elephants have been a symbol of Thailand since ancient times and these magnificent animals are currently recognized as part of the national identity. Elephants have played an important part in Thailand’s history and today the Thai elephant (“Chang” in spoken Thai) is an enduring symbol of Tha...
EDUCATION THE ASIAN ELEPHANT – PROFILE FUN FACTS

EDUCATION THE ASIAN ELEPHANT – PROFILE FUN FACTS

EDUCATION THE ASIAN ELEPHANT – PROFILE FUN FACTS  Elephant in Latin (as ele and phant) means ‘huge arch’. Elephants have the largest brain of any land mammal. In fact, of all land mammals, they have the greatest volume of cerebral cortex available for cognitive processing. ...
Addressing a Giant Problem in Southeast Asia

Addressing a Giant Problem in Southeast Asia

The welfare of captive elephants is a topic of intense debate among animal managers, conservationists, scientists, the general public, animal welfare/rights groups and the media. Common concerns, especially on welfare, raised about elephant tourism in particular are complex in their nature and impact, and call for u...
ETHICAL ELEPHANT TOURISM

ETHICAL ELEPHANT TOURISM

At Baanchang Elephant Park we strongly promote ethical elephant tourism and here’s why:  In 1989 : The Thai government banned logging in protected areas, basically closing all remaining natural forests. While undoubtedly this was the right decision in terms of animal welfare, one unfortunate side effe...
7 Behaviors That Prove Elephants Are Incredibly Smart

7 Behaviors That Prove Elephants Are Incredibly Smart

Elephants are exceptionally smart creatures. They have the largest brain of any land animal, and three times as many neurons as humans. While many of these neurons exist to control the elephant’s large and dexterous body, these creatures have demonstrated their impressive mental capabilities time and time agai...
Frequently Asked Questions about elephants

Frequently Asked Questions about elephants

ส่วนหนึ่งจาก "คำถามที่พบบ่อยเกี่ยวกับช้างเลี้ยงในเอเชีย" โดย ACEWG (Asian Captive Elephant Working Group) ช้างชอบมีปฏิสัมพันธ์และอยู่ใกล้ชิดกับคนหรือไม่? ช้างเลี้ยงส่วนใหญ่มีความคุ้นเคยกับมนุษย์และเรียนรู้ว่ามนุษย์จะให้อาหารเป็นรางวัล แม้กระทั่งช้างป่าบางตัวยังเข้ามาใกล้ชิดผู้คนเพื่อที่จะแลกกับอาหา...
Tethering: Integral to Elephant Care

Tethering: Integral to Elephant Care

Tethering is an integral part of responsible, everyday elephant management in human care. Facilities all around the world use ropes and chains for restraining their elephants for a wide variety of reasons. A regular husbandry routine that includes tethers habituates the elephant to the use of tethers and ensures tha...
Thailand Travel Mart by Tourism Authority of Thailand

Thailand Travel Mart by Tourism Authority of Thailand

The press from Sri Lanka and India, participated in an 'Elephant Day Care Program, on June 11th, 2016 (Tourism Authority of Thailand)
Proudly announce we earned

Proudly announce we earned " Baanchang Elephant Park

Proudly announce we earned " Baanchang Elephant Park - Top Rated on Viator 2016 " by CEO Viator, a TripAdvisor Company.. Many thanks to everyone who visited us, took time to write a review, and help us to promote our Elephant Park.
Our park published on LONELY Planet Update Book and Webpage

Our park published on LONELY Planet Update Book and Webpage

NOwaday Baanchang Elephant Park is in the new update booked for Lonely Planet for South East Asia Already. Also in so many Forums about the Elephants. 1. http://www.lonelyplanet.com/thailand/chiang-mai-province/chiang-mai/activities/elephant-park/baan-chang-elephant#MemberReviews 2. http://www.bangkoktochiang...
We are The Winner

We are The Winner

Baanchang Elephant Park : We got a Certificate from TripAdvisor " The Certificate of Excellence For The Year OF 2012"