Living as a Mahout

It's a simple life close to the elephants and close to nature. The day of a mahout is scheduled to fit the needs of the elephants and this tour offers you the unique chance to follow this natural rhythm. 

You will have the chance to ride the elephants from perched atop their shouilders while learn some specific methods of controlling the animals.  You will also feed them, bring them to the jungle and learn how to clean and wash these massive animals.

 A night close to nature and our Lao food will prepare you for the next day. An early start in the morning will bring you back to the elephants for a bath in the river.

NOTE: we are working with animals and in nature, time changes may occur at any time. (Bring shoes that can get wet!!) The waterfall though is dry during February-August! Elephant rides can take different routes through rivers and village in the dry season.

Elephant Living like Mahout program Includes:

• Private transfers from/to project area
• Boat transfers on Nam Khan river
• Entrance fees for project
• All meals and drinking water on your tour
• Overnight in DBL or TWN Room in the Elephant Lodge
• English speaking guide/supervisor
• Interaction with our Lao Mahouts & Elephants
• Waterfall visit (waterfall dry during Feb.-July)
• Elephant riding in the Elephant Park area
• Instructions about the Elephants and working as a Mahout
• Learning some training and controlling skills with Elephant
• Elephant Village Park Project contribution payments
• Choice of a guided Trekking/Kayaking on 2nd day

 Elephant program does not include:

• Medical and Travel Insurance, alcoholic and soft drinks, tips