The Height of Hope
Thailand Elephant Wildlife Conservation Short Term Internship
Explore the beautiful region of the Chiang Mai province and gain practical research skills while working with Thailand's semi-wild elephants.
Program information
Surrounded by beautiful forests, ornate temples and lush mountainous scenery, you will live and work amongst the famous Karen elephant-keeping communities who are renowned for the unique and sacred bond they have shared with elephants for hundreds of years. Discover this fascinating culture while monitoring the reintegration of elephants relieved from the tourist industry back into the forest, learning about the biodiversity of the area and teaching English to the local community.
Included in your program
Make the most of our unique programs with these exclusively curated local adventure and wellness experiences.
Learn traditional Karen cooking
Connect with the Karen people's culture
Forage for forest medicine with a village elder
Visit Thailand's highest peak
Explore Thailand's elegant and mysterious waterfalls
See amazing biodiversity on a night trek
Take a sunrise hike up Two Tree Hill
Sleep under the stars alongside Asian elephants
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