Former Trekking Elephant expresses her new life of freedom in the Mae Taeng River

Sun 23 Jul 23
News from Elephant Nature Park

Maliwan’s life was one of neglect and abuse as a former trekking elephant. Even her trunk had been slashed with a knife. She never knew kindness or even companionship.

Following her rescue by Save Elephant Foundation and welcomed into the sanctuary of Elephant Nature Park, her life has positively changed.

Maliwan loves the freedom of the park and especially the river! In the rainy season, the swollen Mae Taeng River is a source of great joy for Maliwan and she plays with reckless abandon while her friends patiently await for her on the pebbled shore.

Living in the peace and sanctuary at Elephant Nature Park, former trekking elephant Maliwan’s life is now a distant world away.

You can learn more about Maliwan’s rescue here…

Elephant Nature Park Serenity

The herd at Elephant Nature Park gather harmoniously in the shallows of the Mae Taeng River during the serenity of the late afternoon.

Mon 13 May 24

Save Elephant Foundation Rescue Update – Grandma Dok Koon

Many people still believe that elephants lack emotions and feelings. I urge you to watch this clip. Every time, upon arriving at ENP with new Park members, we will witness various family groups in the field become highly attentive.

Mon 06 May 24

Grandma SomBoon gets all the help she needs

Over 70% of elephants at Elephant Nature Park are elderly individuals who have been forced to commit their lives to hard work. In their old age, these elephants face challenges in walking, eating, and sleeping.

Tue 27 Feb 24

Namthip is receiving medical attention at Elephant Nature Park

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Sun 25 Feb 24

Namthip settles into the sanctuary of Elephant Nature Park

After a long journey in excess of 24 hours, with a soft sand bed ready, Namthip was able to sleep for possibly the first instance in her life, without chains on her legs. Sleeping freely, with no rope around her neck and no one stood over her giving orders, holding a hook, or making threats.

Sat 24 Feb 24

Save Elephant Foundation Rescue: NamThip coming to Elephant Nature Park soon

NamThip’s physical and mental state has deeply saddened elephant enthusiasts. After several days of effort, we successfully convinced the owner to release her.

Fri 16 Feb 24

Somboon’s journey to the sanctuary of Elephant Nature Park

At the age of 87+, today marks the day we rescue her from the elephant camp where she still works tirelessly. Despite her frail physical condition—thin, with just ribs remaining, dry skin, hazy eyes, and lost teeth—she deserves a chance at freedom and a better quality of life.

Tue 30 Jan 24

Celebrating MaiThai’s 3rd Anniversary of her rescue into the sanctuary of Elephant Nature Park

After more than 48 years working at a Trekking Camp in the busy tourist area of Phuket, MaiThai found sanctuary at Elephant Nature Park 3 years ago today. Although still recovering from the recent loss of her best friend Duddao, MaiThai's zest for life remains undiminished.

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