Faa Mai’s Morning Rituals March 5, 2026 by Ally Faa Mai is the guiding light of the Thong Ae family. Each morning brings a fresh spectacle of joy and excitement as they gather to greet the day. Trumpeting, trunk thumping, squeaks, and low rumbling echo across the valley. Some mornings, she breaks into an eager dash toward a mahout and on others, she races … Read more
The Fascinating Trunks of Elephants March 5, 2026 by Ally An elephant’s trunk is one of the most extraordinary structures in the animal kingdom. Far more than just a nose, it is a fusion of the upper lip and nose, composed of more than 40,000 muscle bundles that give it immense strength and astonishing precision. With no bones or rigid support, the trunk can lift … Read more
Lanna and Sao Yai Enjoy Wandering in the Forest March 5, 2026 by Ally Mae Lanna and Sao Yai wander side by side through the forested hills, moving at their own unhurried pace. Years ago, this land behind Elephant Nature Park was leased from the local community and carefully restored into a flourishing natural forest where these elephants can roam and forage. For elephants, who must consume roughly 5–10% … Read more
Butterfly girl Thong Ae February 28, 2026April 20, 2025 by Roi Butterfly girl, Thong Ae, did a wonderful job as nanny, overseeing the little ones during playtime on the sand hill. They look so adorable as they control their slide down the loose earth, letting gravity do its thing.
Strong and graceful Jarunee February 28, 2026April 19, 2025 by Roi Grandma Jarunee walks with a style that’s uniquely her own, each step filled with joyful purpose.
Just as nature intended February 28, 2026April 18, 2025 by Roi Khamla, in a typically graceful moment, ambitiously stretches out her trunk to reach for the juicy leaves while her close companion, Daoruang, leans lovingly into her side. Adorable behaviors like this spontaneously emerge when elephants feel calm and safe – free to explore their surroundings with curiosity and a sense of ease. Just as nature intended.
Happy Birthday Faa Mai February 28, 2026April 17, 2025 by Roi From a young age, Faa Mai has loved my lullabies. When I sing in the middle of the field, she often gathers the younger elephants, gently guiding them with her trunk. And if they’re scattered in different directions, she will even take me by the arm and lead me to them—because to Faa Mai, being together is what matters most. She is like an elephant ambassador, always working to bring the herd closer, encouraging them to live as one big, peaceful family.
When the day winds down February 28, 2026April 16, 2025 by Roi If you’ve ever wondered what true elephant happiness looks like, it’s in these serene moments—elephants sleeping peacefully, completely free of fear or stress, knowing they are safe, loved, and cared for. We are incredibly proud to have created a home where elephants can feel secure—a place where they don’t just survive, but thrive. A place where they can rest anywhere, anytime, knowing this is their forever home, built with love.
Family moments at Songkran February 28, 2026April 15, 2025 by Roi Let’s wrap up Songkran with some heartwarming and inspiring moments from our gentle giants and the Elephant Nature Park family.
At one with nature February 28, 2026April 14, 2025 by Roi Beautiful Mintra snacks on fresh grass, then decorates herself by tossing it onto her head – truly at one with Nature.💚🐘 Elephants often use mud, dirt, or even soft grass to cover their bodies.