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What is it? As if staying in tree-house bungalows in the foothills of Doi Inthanon wasn’t romantic enough, this gorgeous riverside ecolodge includes breakfast with their rescued elephants as standard. That’s right, wake up and live your Northern Thailand dream. It’s out in leafy Mae Wang, an hour’s drive from the city centre so making a sweet weekend of it. Book one of their glamping style bungalows made from and kitted out with handmade bamboo furniture for one of those ‘best life’ trips.
Why we love it: Aside from the locale – which is stunning by the way – everything about this spot is about doing good. For yourself, and for others. Staff are all locally-hired and behind the scenes, Daughters Rising empowers women employees through safe work and education opportunities in abundance. It’s also one of the only truly ethical elephant experiences in Chiang Mai, Chai Lai Orchid hosts visiting elephants, providing income and care for elephants owned by local Karen families. This prevents elephants from being rented to harmful or abusive environments. Legends.
Time Out tip: Stay for a couple of nights and book one of the experiences with local Karen guides who take you out hiking or foraging.
From B1800 per night. 172 moo 5 Mae Sapok sub-district, Mae Wang.