A vetted shortlist of Chiang Mai experiences: ethical elephant reserves, hidden trails, hipster villages, and temples in the sky.

Our Top Picks for Chiang Mai: Elephant Reserves, Trails & Temples

Our Top Picks for Chiang Mai 

A vetted shortlist of the few Chiang Mai elephant sanctuaries we found where elephants are free to roam, stay wild, and live well.

Ethical Elephant Experiences in Chiang Mai: Our Top Truly Ethical Picks

Ethical Elephant Experiences in Chiang Mai

Relax &amp; recharge in Chiang Mai's calm—spa days, yoga &amp; nature retreats in scenic, peaceful mountain surrounds.

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Spa days, yoga sessions, and nature retreats in Chiang Mai’s peaceful mountain surrounds. Our handpicked wellness picks for slowing down and recharging.

Wellness in Chiang Mai: The Best for Spa, Yoga & Retreats

Wellness in Chiang Mai

Relax &amp; recharge in Chiang Mai's calm—spa days, yoga &amp; nature retreats in scenic, peaceful mountain surrounds.

3D2N Grounding Farmstay Retreat | Sustainable Living & Earth-Building

Step off the grid and into nature at a peaceful farmstay near Chiang Mai

I had one of the most soulful, grounding, and joyful experiences. Each morning began with a beautiful sunrise over the rice fields. In the evening, watching a splendid spectacle - a sunset glowing above a small pond where lotus flowers bloomed in the night.
 Adul and Kao were fully present, deeply caring, and genuinely kind. Their warmth made me feel immediately welcomed and at peace. The activities were unique, engaging, and truly fun. I especially appreciated how Back to Earth operates as a community-based initiative, involving local people and resources in a meaningful way. It was one of the highlights of my time in Southeast Asia. I returned feeling recharged, grounded, and filled with beautiful memories. THANK YOU!!!

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I had one of the most soulful, grounding, and joyful experiences. Each morning began with a beautiful sunrise over the rice fields. In the evening, watching a splendid spectacle -  a sunset glowing above a small pond where lotus flowers bloomed in the night.
Adul and Kao were fully present, deeply caring, and genuinely kind. Their warmth made me feel immediately welcomed and at peace. The activities were unique, engaging, and truly fun. I especially appreciated how Back to Earth operates as a community-based initiative, involving local people and resources in a meaningful way. It was one of the highlights of my time in Southeast Asia. I returned feeling recharged, grounded, and filled with beautiful memories. THANK YOU!!!

If I could give this magical place 10 stars, I totally would!
 I was travelling solo, and I spent three wonderful days here. This stay was truly the most authentic experience of my life although I've been to 62 countries and on countless trips! Unforgettable!
 Adun, Kao, and Mali took the best care of me. I felt like I was part of their family. My little house was just perfect, it was cosy, had all the basic necessities, and quite a comfortable bed, I slept like a baby!
 I joined all kinds of workshops and activities, I felt so welcome, and every single day was full of joy. What an amazing place to disconnect from our stressful daily lives and learn how to slow down!
 We cooked meals, danced, sang, built a mud house, made traditional Thai medicine, picked vegetables in the garden, created our own tye dye designs, had beautiful and meaningful conversations, stargazed.
 They have a traditional Thai clinic as well where you can arrange for a massage.
 The coffeeshop on site is a delight, too. Their coffee is so delicious and comes straight from the farm!
 Adun took me on a short hike, and I am so grateful for this experience.
 Oh, and their cats! Absolutely adorable, friendly cats everywhere!
 I will never forget my time enjoyed here. And I can't recommend this place enough. I miss these people already, and I hope to come back one day soon enough.

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If I could give this magical place 10 stars, I totally would!
I was travelling solo, and I spent three wonderful days here. This stay was truly the most authentic experience of my life although I've been to 62 countries and on countless trips! Unforgettable!
Adun, Kao, and Mali took the best care of me. I felt like I was part of their family. My little house was just perfect, it was cosy, had all the basic necessities, and quite a comfortable bed, I slept like a baby!
I joined all kinds of workshops and activities, I felt so welcome, and every single day was full of joy. What an amazing place to disconnect from our stressful daily lives and learn how to slow down!
We cooked meals, danced, sang, built a mud house, made traditional Thai medicine, picked vegetables in the garden, created our own tye dye designs, had beautiful and meaningful conversations, stargazed.
They have a traditional Thai clinic as well where you can arrange for a massage.
The coffeeshop on site is a delight, too. Their coffee is so delicious and comes straight from the farm!
Adun took me on a short hike, and I am so grateful for this experience.
Oh, and their cats! Absolutely adorable, friendly cats everywhere!
I will never forget my time enjoyed here. And I can't recommend this place enough. I miss these people already, and I hope to come back one day soon enough.

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