Situated right on the banks of the Nam Khan River, the Elephant Park Project, also known as the Elephant Village Sanctuary operates with the aim of providing a brighter future for rescued Lao elephants. First, the elephants are saved from often ferocious logging work, they are then given a home in the dense forests where they can rest and get better. They offer some of the disabled elephants at the sanctuary a great opportunity of rehabilitation with an onsite fulltime veterinarian to help those in need. Tours Indochina Laos
Elephant village – source: trazeetravel.com
Located about 15km from Luang Prabang, right on the banks of the Khan River, the Elephant Park which is blessed with magnificent views of the surrounding mountains is an ideal spot for you to come and know more about elephants and get closer to these smart animals, as well as discover the area through dense forests along hiking/biking trails or with exciting river boating, rafting or kayaking journeys.
Situated in a lush river valley on a long government lease, the village now opens its doors making it possible for travelers to see the program. Excursions including elephant riding and a mahout experience with anything from a half-day to a two-day tour are available through Tiger Trail Outdoor Adventures. No matter what trip you book, they will make it certain that both animals and the 40 staff employed from the local villages that would otherwise be most likely without work benefit from the existence of this sanctuary. Tours in Laos
Mahout training – source: ourglobaltrek.com
By getting really up close and personal with these magnificent creatures, you will have an once-in-a-lifetime experience at the Elephant Village Sanctuary. Including basic mahout training on techniques to control an elephant, an amazing elephant ride lasting one hour through the jungle and also a short visit to the Tad Sae waterfall located close by, a one-day mahout tour will make a long lasting impression on any visitors. You can also make your trip one day longer with the additional stunning chance to bathe ‘your’ elephant in the Nam Khan River together with an interesting evening ride to bring the elephants to their jungle home. You can also join in an incredible full day elephant excursion which contains of going trekking the ‘Train of Falls’ – the natural mountain stream that supplies the water to the Tad Sae Waterfall.
Elephant riding – source: laosbackpackershostel.com
You can also combine your trip with a bike ride if you are feeling more energetic. Taking part in this trip, you can make a stop at the waterfall after cycling to the sanctuary from a forest temple through villages, or following your elephant ride kayaking downstream within three hours. Lunch and refreshments plus accommodation where applicable are included in all tour programs.
In addition to 25 activity combinations available to choose from at the Elephant Park, you can also create your own personal package by meeting your experienced staff.
A memorable experience – source: justgola.com
Not only protecting the Asian Elephant, all the eco-tours play an important role in supporting the communities around the park. At the Elephant Park are local guides, cooks, mahouts, and maintenance staff coming from the surrounding villages working here to help to fund construction of the local water supply as well as fund profits to the nearby Xieng Lom School.
Situated right on the banks of the Nam Khan River, the Elephant Park Project, also known as the Elephant Village Sanctuary operates with the aim of providing a brighter future for rescued Lao elephants. First, the elephants are saved from often ferocious logging work, they are then given a home in the dense forests where they can rest and get better. They offer some of the disabled elephants at the sanctuary a great opportunity of rehabilitation with an onsite fulltime veterinarian to help those in need.
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