Living Green Elephant Sanctuary Chiang Mai
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Living Green Elephant Sanctuary Chiang Mai
Address, pickup area and map
Google Map: Living Green Elephant Sanctuary Office on Google Maps.
Pickup range: most programs are designed for travelers staying in Chiang Mai city and the main hotel areas. Exact pickup time and meeting details are confirmed after booking because routes depend on the day, traffic and guest hotels.
Animal welfare policy
No riding
Living Green does not offer elephant riding. The experience is built around care, observation, feeding and respectful interaction.
No shows
The sanctuary does not present elephant performances or circus-style shows. Elephants are not used as entertainers.
No force as a principle
The official sanctuary position is that activities should be based on animal welfare and that elephants should not be forced.
Eco and community focus
The official site describes eco-friendly practices, local community support, elephant food growing and conservation education.
Real bookable tours, full price and online deposit
Payment note: ThaiEleHub product pages collect a 25% online deposit. The table below shows the estimated full adult price and the online deposit currently shown in Shopify. Remaining balance is normally paid locally according to the booking instructions.
| Program | Typical duration | Best for | Full adult price / deposit | Booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Half-Day Morning Ethical Elephant Sanctuary Encounter | Half day, about 4–5 hours | First-time visitors, families, short Chiang Mai stays | THB 1,600 adult · THB 400 deposit | Book morning half-day |
| Half-Day Afternoon Ethical Elephant Sanctuary Encounter | Half day, about 4–5 hours | Travelers who prefer a later start | THB 1,600 adult · THB 400 deposit | Book afternoon half-day |
| Full-Day Sanctuary Tour & Pad Thai Cooking Class | Full day, about 7–8 hours | Guests wanting more time with elephants and a local meal activity | THB 2,000 adult · THB 500 deposit | Book full-day program |
| Elephants, Wang River Bamboo Rafting & Pad Thai Cooking | Full day | Nature, river scenery and ethical elephant care | THB 1,800 adult · THB 450 deposit | Book rafting program |
| Ethical Elephant Sanctuary & Doi Inthanon Expedition | Full day | Travelers combining elephants with Doi Inthanon, hiking and mountain scenery | THB 2,000 adult · THB 500 deposit | Book Doi Inthanon program |
Who Living Green is best for
Best for
Families, couples, first-time Chiang Mai travelers, guests who want a no-riding sanctuary, and visitors who want clear pickup and booking information.
Not best for
Travelers looking for elephant riding, elephant shows, circus-style photos, or a purely hands-off observation-only sanctuary with no feeding or close care moments.
Official and third-party verification links
- Official Living Green Elephant Sanctuary website
- Google Maps listing
- Official Facebook page
- Official Instagram
- TripAdvisor profile: reviews, traveler photos, Q&A and award badges shown by TripAdvisor
- TripAdvisor product page: Inthanon Heaven Trail / Living Green product-level reviews and photos
Living Green TripAdvisor source summary
ThaiEleHub links to TripAdvisor as a verification source only. We do not copy full third-party reviews onto this website. Use the original TripAdvisor profile and product pages to check the current rating, review count, traveler photos, Q&A and any award badges shown by TripAdvisor.
Frequently asked questions
Is Living Green Elephant Sanctuary ethical?
Living Green presents itself as a no-riding, no-show sanctuary focused on elephant welfare, education and natural care. Visitors should choose the program that matches their comfort level with feeding, walking and bathing activities.
Does Living Green offer elephant riding or shows?
No. Living Green states that it does not offer elephant riding or elephant shows.
Is hotel pickup included?
Most ThaiEleHub bookings for Chiang Mai programs include pickup coordination for common Chiang Mai hotel areas. Exact pickup time and eligibility are confirmed after booking.
What is the difference between half-day and full-day programs?
Half-day programs are better for short schedules and usually focus on meeting, feeding and learning about elephants. Full-day programs add more time, meals and activities such as cooking, bamboo rafting, Doi Inthanon or hiking depending on the product.
Can families with children join?
Many Living Green programs are suitable for families, but parents should check each product’s child age rules, weather, walking distance and pickup timing before booking.
How do I book Living Green through ThaiEleHub?
Choose the program above, pay the online deposit, then follow the confirmation instructions for pickup details, remaining balance and what to bring.
Book Living Green Chiang Mai programs
View Chiang Mai elephant sanctuary toursBook the half-day morning program