Elephants in Chiang Mai

Last weekend Robin and I had the chance to go to Chiang Mai and spent a day at Elephant Nature Park. There are many 'elephant options' there but this one seemed like the best fit for her. The park is an elephant rescue center that has morphed into more of an animal rescue center. After the floods in 2011 they rescued dogs trapped in the floods and now have over 400 of them living in the park. They don't let you ride the elephants, but you are able to feed them, bathe them, and spend a fair amount of time just watching them. You also get to be pretty up close and personal with them at times, which leads to some great pictures. We spend the rest of our time in CM eating amazing food, exploring markets, visiting a temple, lounging by the pool, and getting a massage. Great weekend! 

Feeding time 

I was nervous that bathing time would be full on swimming with them, but we just splashed huge with water, which was fun. And then they promptly went and rolled in the mud again. I guess it keeps them cool and acts like sunscreen. 

Baby elephant in her way to roll in the mud.

Robin really enjoyed the many dogs at the park!