Rescued Elephant Ponsawan at the Elephant Nature Park Beauty Spa
Ponsawan’s self-pampering time; enjoying some quality personal time, selecting the perfect dust, mud, fine sand and minerals, as part of her dedicated skincare routine.
Flashback Friday: Nanny SookSai’s Life Before and After Rescue
Not so long ago, a mother and child were rescued from Omkoi district, Thailand. Their names are Mho Jae and Sa Ngae. Happiness was restored to Sooksai, and she dotes on the boy with an everlasting affection, fulfilling that enviable role of Nanny with an ardent attention to duty and care.
Lek Chailert pays tribute to the inspiration of Medo
Medo serves as an inspiration, reminding us never to lose hope, regardless of our circumstances.
Simple Life at Elephant Nature Park
In this short video recorded by Ray’s doting caretaker, we see beautiful Raya enjoying a blissful moment in the river, finding happiness in the simple life at Elephant Nature Park.
Elephant of the week 6 November 2023: ThongAe
In this touching video, witness the profound relationship Lek shares with Thong Ae, a young elephant who found sanctuary at our park after her rescue from the street begging industry.
Elephant Sanctuary Chorus Girls
Tilly, Kham Puan, and Thaikoon – trumpet, squeak, and rumble excitedly together while cooling off in the river.
Happy 13th Rescue Anniversary to our Beautiful Sri Prae
Sri Prae’s first job was working in illegal logging in Tak Province, where she had the great misfortune of stepping on a landmine. She spent two difficult years in rehabilitation at the elephant hospital in Lampang, after which she was considered unable to work, and so forced into a breeding program.
Nanny SookSai is always on guard as Sa Ngae plays in the river
Baby Sa Ngae is having a blast in the water with his mom, MhoJae, as well as nanny, SookSai. Fortified by the nurturing care of SookSai and the endless love from his mother, Baby Sa Ngae gains confidence with each and every passing day.
Little Chaba and baby Pyi Mai seized the opportunity to visit Malee’s herd
Lately, Chaba has been fond of visiting Malee’s herd, even if only briefly. On this occasion, Chaba brought her sister Pyi Mai along, and put her at ease while being with the Malee herd, which included sharing some treats with them.
The Impressive Sight of Chana’s Herd
Chana’s herd huddles for a brief, yet vocal meeting before crossing the river. They head upstream, stopping at a muddy embankment where the young ones enter the river’s edge and play for a while, dunking their bodies.
Jaem Sai enjoying a well placed enrichment at Elephant Nature Park
Jaem Sai heads over to the hanging tire and gives it some well timed side-kicks and whacks with her trunk! Despite her one blind eye, she’s still able to confidently navigate her world and judge distance well. Her spirit shines as brightly as does her best friend, Medo’s.
Elephant of the Week 30 October 2023- Kham Moon
Meet the incredible Super Mom, Kham Moon! No matter what she’s up to, she is always there in a heartbeat for her daughter, Pyi Mai as well as Pyi Mai’s best friend, Chaba.
Rescuer of the Earth Govind takes a nap at Elephant Nature Park
The name Govind is primarily a male name of Indian origin that means Rescuer Of The Earth. Govind, who was hand raised at the park after the loss of his mother, has now fully integrated into his herd.
Scratching posts are very important for Elephants
Rudee, joyfully scratches against a post after returning from a refreshing bath in the river!
Flashback Friday 27 October 2023: Gluay Hom’s Life Before and After Rescue
A look back at the tragic environment where precious Gluay Hom lived in appalling conditions, a story told around the world by National Geographic, that led to another important rescue by Save Elephant Foundation.