Package Info
Tour Highlights
- LUANG PRABANG
- ELEPHANT VILLAGE
Tour Inclusions
Detailed inclusions are shown in the itinerary and will be confirmed in your personalised quotation.
Tour Exclusions
Exclusions and optional costs will be confirmed clearly in your personalised quotation.
Flights
Flights are included only when they are specifically stated in the tour itinerary or quotation. Our travel consultants can help arrange the most suitable connections on request.
Tour Route Map
Overview
This "Living like a Mahout" program is unique in Laos and offers you a very exceptional experience with our protected Elephants in the Elephant Village in Luang Prabang. Follow the day of the Elephant Mahout (Elephant keeper) and learn about them and their life in our project area. Ride them, wash them and bring them to the forest... Overnight in the Elephant Lodge!! Elephant washing, riding, feeding and sharing time with Elephants... in the most beautiful area around Luang Prabang!
Your Itinerary
Laos: Living with Elephants tours in Luang Prabang
It’s a simple life close to the animals and close to nature. The day of a Mahout is scheduled to fit the needs of the animals and offer you the unique chance to follow this natural rhythm. The setting is wonderful and of natural beauty.
Also you will have the chance to ride the Elephants in the neck, to learn some specific methods of controlling the animals. You may ride a few times on the first day and get close with the animals during your activities and interaction…
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. Than after breakfast prepare for your return or further activities depending on your booking. (This package include either a village and mountain Trek or Kayak tour back to Luang Prabang)
* Stay with our Mahout team
* Feed and wash our Elephants
* Learn about their life
* Sleep in the Elephant Lodge
* or in Zen Nam Khan Boutique resort
* Follow the Elephant trails
* See the waterfall and relax
* Visit a village nearby and meet locals
* Guide the Elephants out in the jungle
* Ride and feel them and learn about them
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 or Zen Nam Khan Boutique Resort
( according to your booking request )
– English speaking guide/supervisor
– Interaction with our Lao Mahouts & Elephants
– Tad Sae Waterfall visit (waterfall dry during Feb.-July)
– Elephant riding in the Elephant Village and river area
– Instructions about the Elephant and work as a Mahout
– Learning some training and controlling skills with Elephant
– Elephant Village Park Project contribution payments
– Choice of a guided Trekking/Kayaking on 2. day
Elephant program does not include:
Insurance, alcoholic and soft drinks, tips
Requirements for this Elephant interaction program:
– Minimum age of 18 years or with parents!
– A normal level of fitness
– Love for our Elephants
– Respect the Lao culture, be open-minded
– Flexibility and tolerance
– bring sun protection, swimming suit, towel and shoes that can get wet.
– bring long trousers
Start 8:30 / end evening of second day in afternoon depending on your program
The following Example of an itinerary may change from tour to tour depending on the occupancy of the Elephant Village, number of persons in your group, weather and river conditions and other unforeseen circumstances:
Day 1: Luang Prabang Elephant villages adventure packages
8:30/9:00 am. Departure from hotel / Guesthouse in Luang Prabang town,
10:45 am Arrive at the Elephant Village, Elephant Camp outside of Luang Prabang
11:00 am Trekking through Jungle by sitting on elephant howdah/chair 12:00 Come back to Elephant Village for buffet lunch
13:00 pm Introducing elephant and mahout, interaction time to learn more about Elephants
13:15 pm ride elephant to jungle and overnight place
14:30 pm Take relaxation with shower and free time. Optional: Visit Tad Sae waterfall, in season with water in waterfall
18:30 pm Take pleasure with set menu for dinner
Day 2: Living with Elephants tours in Luang Prabang: Luang prabang elephant riding-trekking-kayaking combination trips
07:00 am. Walk to bring elephant from jungle.
07:45 am. Bath to elephant in the river.
08:45 am. Breakfast.
09:30am Preparing for further activities or going on with Trekking or Kayaking
14.00-16.00 arrival back in Luang Prabang depending on you activities booked.
Tour Includes:
- Transportation from town to elephant camp (Round trip)
- Boat transfer Round trip
- Buffet lunch
- Elephant riding fee
- Breakfast Set menu
- English speaking guide
- your preferred overnight as per booking
- Brief lecture about Elephant and Project
- Dinking water
Important Info
Pricing Table
Detailed pricing is available on request and will be confirmed in your personalised quotation.
Hotel & Note
Final hotel details and special notes will be confirmed with your personalised quotation before booking.
FAQs
How do I create a custom itinerary?
Tell DNQ Travel your preferred destinations, travel dates, group size, interests and budget. Our Hanoi-based consultants will tailor the route, hotels, transport and experiences into a personalised itinerary for you.
How do I book the trip?
Send an enquiry from the tour page or contact our team directly. We will check availability, refine the itinerary with you and send a clear quotation before you confirm the booking.
How do I pay for the trip?
After you confirm the proposal, your consultant will provide the deposit amount, balance due date and accepted payment methods. Payment details are shared securely during the booking process.
Is there any hidden cost? What about tipping?
There are no hidden costs in your confirmed quotation. Inclusions, exclusions and optional services are listed clearly. Tipping is usually discretionary unless your final proposal states otherwise.
How can I get Vietnam visa on arrival?
Vietnam visa rules depend on your passport, travel dates and entry point. DNQ Travel can share practical guidance, but you should always verify the latest requirements with official immigration sources before departure.
How safe is Vietnam?
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What about medical insurance?
We strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance covering medical treatment, emergency assistance, cancellation, lost luggage and any activities included in your trip.
