{"product_id":"chonburi-ethical-half-day-morning-bangkok-departure","title":"Chonburi Eco-Sanctuary: Half-Day Ethical Encounter (Morning - Bangkok Departure)","description":"\u003cp\u003eEscape the high-energy rush of Bangkok for a peaceful morning in the wild eastern hills of Chonburi. Spanning 100 Rai (40 acres) of protected, high-altitude forest near Khao Khiew, this ethical eco-sanctuary is designed around natural behaviors. Here, you will experience our breathtaking 180-degree panoramic lookout, meet our baby elephant Charlie, and hike natural forest trails alongside our rescued herd.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat to Expect\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDeparting early from Bangkok, you will arrive at our spacious forest reserve. Put on traditional Mo Hom cotton shirts and learn about the herd's history from our passionate guides. Spend the morning hand-feeding the elephants and walking with them to our scenic high-point lookout, which offers views of the Eastern Seaboard’s jungle peaks. Afterward, observe the herd’s natural river behaviors before sitting down to an authentic, fresh Pad Thai lunch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDetailed Itinerary\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e07:00 – 08:00\u003c\/strong\u003e | Pickup from designated Bangkok hotel zones (Zone 1, 2, or 3) or optional meet-up at Ekkamai Bus Terminal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e09:30 – 10:00\u003c\/strong\u003e | Arrival at the Chonburi sanctuary; warm orientation and changing into Mo Hom shirts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMorning Activities\u003c\/strong\u003e | Feed the herd, hike the forest trails to the 180-degree panoramic lookout, and watch the elephants swim in the valley pond.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12:00\u003c\/strong\u003e | Enjoy a traditional, freshly made local Pad Thai lunch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e13:00\u003c\/strong\u003e | Depart the sanctuary for your return transfer to Bangkok (approx. 1.5 hours).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBangkok Complimentary Pickup Zones\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZone 1\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bo Bae, Khao San, Yaowarat, Sathorn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZone 2\u003c\/strong\u003e: Phaya Thai, Huai Khwang, Sukhumvit, Lumphini, Siam, Silom, Suan Luang\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZone 3\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bang Na, Suvarnabhumi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: Pickups on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River (Thonburi side) are subject to a surcharge.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Living Green Elephant Sanctuary","offers":[{"title":"Adult (Ages 9+)","offer_id":62894216479091,"sku":"LG-CH-HD-AM-BKK-ADULT","price":2200.0,"currency_code":"THB","in_stock":true},{"title":"Child (Ages 4-8)","offer_id":62894216511859,"sku":"LG-CH-HD-AM-BKK-CHILD","price":1300.0,"currency_code":"THB","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/thaielehub.com\/products\/chonburi-ethical-half-day-morning-bangkok-departure","provider":"ThaiEleHub","version":"1.0","type":"link"}