The Bush Camp Chiang Mai Two-Night Safari 

Spend two nights under canvas and encounter elephants on the banks of Northern Thailand’s Ping River.

Go glamping in the land of the elephants

The Bush Camp Safari near Chang Mai is a collection of ten luxury tents providing guests with a memorable all-inclusive glamping experience. You’ll spend two nights glamping on the banks of Thailand’s Ping River, spending three days encountering elephants respectfully in their natural habitats and learning more about the mahouts responsible for their care. You’ll also meet members of the Karen Hilltribe, joining them in their day-to-day tasks. Come evening, watch the sunset, and then feast on a buffet of Thai and Western dishes before retreating to your African-style tent, a comfortable dwelling with hard flooring, a proper bed, and a private bathroom.

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Itinerary
2 nights
The Bush Camp: 2 nights
Adventure, Wildlife, Short Add On Tour

Getting a glimpse into the lives of the Karen Hilltribe and observing elephants in their natural habitat.

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Day 1

Chiang Mai to The Bush Camp

A transfer brings you to the remote Bush Camp from Chang Mai in time for lunch, fuelling up on Thai dishes for an afternoon in the elephant park where the elephants roam freely in their natural home. You’ll meet members of the Karen Hillltribe and the mahouts who care for the elephants and get a glimpse into their daily lives, helping them pound rice, weave handmade clothes, and sample their cooking. Later, choose one of the mountain-top viewpoints for a sundowner looking over the Ping River and feast on a buffet of freshly prepared Thai and Western dishes.

Bush Camp Chiang Mai

Bush Camp Chiang Mai

Day 2

The Bush Camp

You’ll wake to a buffet breakfast and head back to the elephant park to watch the elephants enjoy a morning wash and learn more about their care. You’ll have a chance to try kanom krok, a traditional Thai coffee with a mid-morning snack. Lunch is served before a leisurely afternoon swimming in the camp’s pool or simply relaxing in the peaceful surroundings. Tonight, you’ll join your fellow campmates for sundowners and dinner.

Bush Camp Chiang Mai

Bush Camp Chiang Mai

Day 3

The Bush Camp to Chiang Mai

A final breakfast sets you up for a morning in the Elephant Valley, where you can observe elephants roaming freely and hear more about their veterinary care. You’ll have the opportunity to feed the elephants — a memorable final experience before you return to the camp for lunch and get ready to depart.

Bush Camp Chiang Mai

Bush Camp Chiang Mai