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Elephant Hugs and Mud Baths

#summervacay Spent the day at Elephant Sanctuary Care Park in Chiang Mai, and oh man, it was one of those experiences that stays with you forever. These gentle giants were rescued from tough lives, and now they’re living their best slow-paced, leafy-green dream. No riding here, just pure bonding time. We got to feed them bananas (they’re obsessed), walk alongside them through the forest, and the best part, mud spa time! Yep, jumped right into the mud with them and then rinsed off in the river. Messy? Yes. Worth it? Absolutely. The guides were super friendly and really passionate about elephant welfare. You could tell the elephants trusted them, which made the whole thing even more heartwarming. Plus, the scenery around the park is lush and peaceful, perfect little escape from city noise. If you're in northern Thailand and want to do something meaningful (and muddy), this is your spot. 10/10 would hug an elephant again. 🐘💚
Posted: Jul 6, 2025
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