The Bush Camp Chiang Mai, Northern Thailand - 3 Days
Who is this trip for
Genders
- Female50%
- Male50%
Average age
Start / End
- Chiang Mai
- Chiang Mai
Physical rating
Group size
4 - 25Meals included
7Highlights
- The camp's eco-friendly practices and commitment to sustainability make it an ideal choice for adventurous travelers seeking an authentic Thai wilderness adventure.
- Partake in thrilling activities like jungle trekking and river rafting, allowing them to connect with nature and the local culture
- A unique and immersive jungle experience, with its highlight being the opportunity to stay in traditional inspired, luxury bamboo huts nestled in the lush rainforest
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Summary
.The Bush Camp consists of 10 tailormade, luxury tents, resembling African safari accommodation – all built by highly skilled local artisans prioritizing sustainability and supporting the local community. Tucked away from the hustle and bustle of downtown Chiang Mai, you will be able to experience local life close to nature without missing out on the luxuries of an excellent equipped glamping tent with hot and cold shower, electricity, Wi-Fi and a magnificent view from your own spacious balcony. During the day, you will have the unique opportunity to join our sustainable activities including our popular chain free, hands-off elephant experience taking place at the on-site Elephant Park. The area around our Camp is natural, unique and prime habitat for myriad birds including green peafowl. This combined with the view of Chedi’s, temples and stunning mountain scenery will take you back to the times of ancient Chiang Mai.
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Itinerary
Day 1
The Amazing Bush Camp.
Transfer from the airport or hotels in Chiang Mai to The Bush Camp. (Transfer times are approximately 2 hrs.)
Arrive in the late morning before enjoying a delicious Thai lunch. After lunch check in and prepare for the day’s activities.
Today’s activities are set around The Bush Camp’s Elephant and Karen Mahout Experience:
Visit our “Free-roaming chain free” elephant park. Feed and interact with Asia’s largest land animal. A truly once in a lifetime opportunity to experience Thailand majestic giants in their natural home.
Explore the life of the mahouts by seeing how they live together with nature and their elephants. Experience the traditions of the mahout who are part of the Karen Hilltribe by interacting with their families. Help them pound rice, weave their own hand made clothes, sample some of their cooking and see them go about their daily life.
Enjoy a sundowner on one of the many mountain-top viewpoints which overlook the majestic Ping River, the lifeblood of northern Thailand.
Experience barbequed delicacies and a drink or two while watching the northern-Thai sun set behind the mountains.
After watching the sunset and having time to freshen up you will return to enjoy a buffet dinner of freshly prepared Thai and Western dishes whilst overlooking beautiful mountain vistas.
Day 2
The morning rituals of our mahouts and Elephants.
Enjoy a fresh buffet Breakfast at leisure.
Arrive at our “Free Roaming Forest” , make paper from elephant dung, and sample “Kafee Boran” and “kanom krok” a traditional coffee and breakfast snack enjoyed by our mahouts and observe how our Elephants are cared for.
Watch the elephants enjoy their morning wash and learn more about how we work with elephants here at The Bush Camp.
After our mornings activities a fresh Thai buffet lunch is served, enjoy Thai delicacies and stunning mountain panoramas.
The afternoon is yours to spend at leisure by the pool, at the camp or in front of your tent. Stop for a moment and enjoy nature all around you.
In the evening enjoy a sundowner by the pool which overlooks the majestic Ping River, the lifeblood of northern Thailand. Experience barbequed delicacies and a drink or two while watching the northern-Thai sun set behind the mountains.
After watching the sunset and having time to freshen up you will return to enjoy a buffet dinner of freshly prepared Thai and western dishes whilst overlooking beautiful mountain vistas
Day 3
The Elephant Valley
Enjoy a fresh buffet Breakfast at leisure.
Head to the “Elephant Valley” see more of our elephants roaming free and understand more about good animal husbandry techniques and how we administer veterinary care for the benefit of our pachyderms.
Feed the elephants and take in the sight of these amazing animals one more time.
After a full morning of activities return to your tent to check out before enjoying one final lunch overlooking the mountains and Ping River before returning to hotels / Airport in Chiang Mai
What's Included
Accommodation
Luxury en suite tents
Meals
Breakfasts: 2, Lunches: 3, Dinners: 2
Vegetarian options are available on all meals throughout the adventure.
Vegetarian options availableLocal Guide
GuidedThis adventure is led by a local guide throughout. The main language of this adventure is English. Please contact us for other languages available.
Airport Transfers
IncludedWifi
Wifi is available during the adventure. In some areas and / or accommodation / transport Wifi may be free.
Dates & Prices
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Customer reviews & ratings
Such an amazing family experience. We spent one night and two days at the camp and had a full itinerary of activities including feeding elephants, learning about how they are taken care of, making paper and Thai cooking. We learnt about the local tribes people and their way of life and their traditional skills. All staff and our tour guide were very professional and knowledgeable and gave us their full attention. We were served delicious Thai food and the Safari lodges had everything we needed. Such beautiful and peaceful surroundings overlooking the river and mountains.
Sunshine705546 Sep, 2023 VerifiedOutstanding - perfect in every way
A totally amazing trip. It was a two hour drive from Chiang Mai and you arrive around 11 and are shown to your tent which is luxurious - we share with our tennage kids and there was enough room and everyone had a comfy bed. The tents are really amazing and have everything you need for the stay. They are also very private with a stunning view. All meals were great - really fresh Thai food and lots of it. The visits with the elephants were fantastic as where the other activities, especially the cooking. The staff were all very friendly. Cannot recommend highly enough - a very special place.
Aileen J Aug, 2023 Verified
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