THE 10 BEST Chiang Mai Parks & Nature Attractions
Nature & Parks in Chiang Mai
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- bitdeer M16 contributionsSince it was a day trip, a delicious lunch was provided. The only thing I have to complain about is how much time we spent chatting among ourselves while seated in the dining area. There were long stretches of time between tasks.Written September 7, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- R P8 contributionsLovely experience with the elefant.A thoughtfull sanctuary manager with a strong focus on the wealthfare of the animals. Only once a day are the elefant been visited and not every day of the week. Only small groups 5-8 people and you get a lot of time to feed the elefants and get really close and pet them. I didn‘t upload any pictures of that due to privacy🙂Written October 7, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Patty H7 contributionsPolite, helpful, friendly staff. Very relax and chill with the elephants. Come and try so you’d get wonderful experience!Written October 5, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- KiwiWithWings80Auckland Central, New Zealand80 contributionsIt’s a tropical garden in a hot climate. Assume you are going to feel the heat!
Visitors are well cared for with a frequent free shuttle bus and cycles to hire. Although some areas are under repair or reconstruction, the majority of the gardens are simply breathtaking.
Having visited many gardens internationally, I have never been so impressed as I was by the Orchid Pavillion.
The garden beds were in perfect condition and beautifully designed. The mature native and exotic trees were magnificent specimens, perfectly sited.
The Royal Pavilion is absolutely beautiful, an architectural masterpiece befitting His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej The Great. The tinkling of hundreds of tiny bells produce a heavenly feeling, the interior hall is spectacular.
The Royal Park is a quick taxi ride from the city.
The entrance fee is THB100.
The entrance fee for Kew Gardens in London is over THB990.
This garden is an absolute treasure, and I would recommend it without reservation.Written August 25, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - bitdeer M16 contributionsThe night safari was fantastic, with giraffes and zebras coming up to the bus to say hello, and the tiger performance was really amazing. Afterwards, it was simple to take a tuk tuk back into town. It is advised to have dinner at the buffet restaurant located in the parking lot before entering the park, as there aren't many food alternatives there.Written September 7, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- John KCosta Mesa, CA2,447 contributionsEntry is 100 thb for foreigners plus 30 thb for a car. This waterfall is a series of 10 levels, some more dramatic than others. There are three parking areas. If you park at the top level, you can access level 3 to level 10. Some people have said that solid shoes are required, but I did not find that to be the case. The entire path is paved with concrete or stone, and there are no real steep stretches. Flip flops will work if you are used to walking in them. Crocs, probably not. If time is limited, rather than push all the way up to level 10, I would concentrate on levels 5, 6, and 7, the most dramatic falls. There is a checkpoint at level 6, with an attendant. Appears that the upper levels are sometimes closed. Toilets are available at each parking lot. Toilets at lots 2 and 3 are not too fancy. I didn't try the toilet at lot 1, but the building looked new, probably the place to stop if you need sit down. There are food sellers at lot 3. I ordered pork liver salad for 100 thb. Food was tasty and the ladies were eager to chat.Written November 13, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- NickGiGermany178 contributionsI’m going to have to write a disappointing review. The zoo is definitely in need of financial support. So don’t be put off from going there if you just put your expectations back a bit. It’s a nice place to visit, the animals are nice but I think some could be more attended to. The zoo looks a little run down but that is my subjective.Written March 18, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Nicolas VAntwerp, Belgium17 contributionsWhat an amazing experience! We did the 3 activities tour. First elephant care you see that the elephants are well treated and happy. Then we went to a beautiful waterfall and we ended up with the bamboo rafting. During the bamboo rafting you pass a lot of elephants so amazing to see! Thanks do Lilida and her team for being so kind and teaching us a lot about elephants and Chang mai! Ps: food was amazing!! 🐘Written September 14, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Rob CNew Taipei, Taiwan15 contributionsMy family and I joined full-day tour and it was just amazing. Karen people, who have been living with elephants for several generations, led us to have a close contact with those elephants. Safe, ethical, and fun I would say. Lunch was so delicious. We spent some time hekking with elephants and visiting grandeur waterfall. Feeding, bathing activities are fun. And we learned that those elephants love to interact with human since they grow up with human. My kids love this place and elephants so much. Highly recommend to anyone who would like to spend time in an ethical elephant camp.Written September 3, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- G2KpaulyMelbourne, Australia3,533 contributionsI enjoyed a walk around this park. It isn't too big but it's nice and there's shops selling coconuts and drinks on a hot day.Written November 17, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Esme G2 contributionsVisited the elephant park today and it couldn’t have been a better experience. The staff were all lovely and welcoming and you could tell how much they cared for the animals. The ‘elephant school’ was very informative and interesting and the entire experience with the elephants was unforgettable. Our guide Na Na was amazing and made our day even more special. All the workers offered to take pictures and capture the special moments. I would highly recommend - the ethical aspect of the trip was really important to us and I have no doubts that this park truly cares for the elephants and doesn’t exploit them at all.Written June 8, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Escape531458448471 contributionWe have been doing an half a day experience with our guide Te. We had a great experience with the elephants, enriched by some adventures on the river (rafting and swimming to a small waterfall). Our guide Te was nice, available and flexible to customise our experience. If you travel from Chiang Mai and can chose the transportation, avoid the pick-up vehicle. The back seats are not comfortable for such long journey.Written August 17, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Flyer679643232112 contributionsVery lovely area, elephants are beautiful! Completely ethical, no riding the elephants, just observing and feeding them bamboo and watermelon. Also the change to wash them in the stream at the end. Had fun in the water fall and also included a lovely meal at the end with local music played.
If you’re looking for an ethical and lovely place, you should so go there!Written August 8, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - GardenerrichSandown, UK248 contributionsWe went with miss Puang to sticky waterfall as a private group of two.
She and her husband korn offer small and large group tours, but we opted for a more personal experience.
Very pleased with our trip, and being a private tour, we could choose when and where to visit along the route.
Puang is very knowledgeable, so we learned a lot about the longneck Karen’s who we visited en route to the waterfalls.
The one big advantage is Puang and korn can help with things like ordering food etc.
Korn even arranged for my wife to get her hair cut and for us to have traditional sak yants with a monk.
We will definitely use them for any trips we plan to take around Chiang Mai when we come back.
A really good recommended company.Written November 22, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Joe 474 contributionsThe guides were great and you get lots of time with the elephants both feeding and hiking. Lunch was a good Thai homestyle meal.Written April 29, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
