We chose the TECC due to the fact that it is much more humane than many of the other animal activities in Thailand (Tiger Kingdom and nearly every other elephant involved activity). It proved to be just that. The elephants were treated very well and seemed to be very happy. We did the 2 day elephant trekking experience. It was... More

It is touristy, and Thai as well as tourists come by busloads. But if you want to visit an Elephant Center, this is a good option. The center has the regular show (painting, log hauling, music playing elephants, show in the artificially created river, Elephant rides), but it is nicely setted with lots of green and the elephants seem to... More

The elephant show was good and we enjoyed seeing them bathing. Hospital was good to visit and see the baby elephants. The most important thing is the conservation work that they do. You could stay longer and become an elephant trainer.

We took part in a two day trekking activity at TECC. The days consisted of learning basic Mahout commands, riding your own elephant into the jungle and taking them for their daily bath. The days were short starting around 7am until 3pm with around an hour for lunch. You will also be shown around the conservation centre and see the... More

This is a wonderful place, the elephants look healthy, happy and well treated; enjoy the bathing time, then see them perform and paint, take a ride around the reserve; one of the highlights in my visit to Thailand.

When travelling from Lampang to Chiang Mai (or other way around) this stop is a must. The elephant show they put up is impressive. The things these elephants can do is beyond your imagination.

Spend a day at the TECC and learn heaps about elephants while being surrounded by these impressive animals all the time. The huge park offers lots of different activities that seem to fit the daily routine of the elephants pretty well. Here's what we did: See the elephants during their morning bath (where they seemed to have loads if fun),... More

I had been weary of going to any elephant attractions in Thailand, but found this place to be great! The "mahots" (elephant caretakers/trainers) really seem to care for the elephants. We did a 2 night program, and the elephants were obviously excited to see their mahot in the morning (meeting us on the trail on their own). They let the... More

My husband and 11 year old son and I all did the 3 day homestay in February 2013. It was the most amazing experience. The Mahouts at the Thai Elephant Conservation Centre were so good to the elephants that live here. We had a previous experience with an elephant ride and the Mahouts were not nice to the elephants. It... More