Patara Elephant Farm is both an elephant farm and an elephant sanctuary. The farm is a place to create trust and connection between humans and elephants, as here you can get a first-hand experience of being an "elephant owner" and a richer understanding of elephant emotions and intelligence. As is well known, elephants have a special place in Thai society. Their large size and loyalty make them an apt representation of the qualities that Thai people hold dear. People in Thailand believe that the presence of elephants will bring prosperity and good luck, so they often involve elephants in various traditional ceremonies and rituals. Elephants are also sacred animals to the people of Thailand and are used as royal symbols. This is one of the reasons why Thailand is nicknamed the Land of the White Elephant. You can find these special animals at Patara Elephant Farm. Instead of seeing elephant attractions, this place offers another exciting way to vacation with elephants. You can get acquainted, interact and even take a walk with Thai elephants.

Patara Elephant Farm offers a special program for guests, called Elephant Owner For Day. In this program, you are invited to act as an elephant owner. As an owner, of course, you have to take care of, get to know the characters and interact with the elephants. Don't worry, there is a companion who will train you to approach the elephants correctly. This is done to recognize their temperament before starting to interact. You will also be taught how to check the elephant's health, learn and care for your own elephant, bathe and wash the elephant in the river, learn how to ride the elephant by its neck, and communicate with various spoken commands. Not only that, but the best part is that you have the opportunity to ride an elephant barefoot and go for a stroll visiting forests, waterfalls, or local temples. This program is a special and meaningful activity to create trust and connection between humans and elephants.

Comfortable clothing is essential during the activities with the elephants at Patara Elephant Farm. As you will be spending a lot of time outdoors and in nature, make sure to bring sunblock or sunscreen. Avoid wearing sandals and instead wear shoes that are comfortable for use in nature. But it's also a good idea to bring slippers. It's also advisable to bring along personal equipment or medicines, including insect repellent. Most importantly, bring a change of clothes as you will need them the most.

Patara Elephant Farm is located in Ban Pong, Hang Dong District, Chiang Mai 50230, Thailand. It is about 29 kilometers from Chiang Mai Airport, or about 1 hour by car.

There are several ways to travel to Patara Elephant Farm. You can join a special trip to the location and pay for a travel package. Usually these trips offer tours including pick-up from the hotel where you are staying. Another way is to take a taxi from the airport. You can also book a private transfer from Chiang Mai Airport. Of course, private transfer services will be more economical than local taxis. In addition, you can also get extra comfort until you arrive at the location.