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A Day with Elephants in Lampang

A Gentle Adventure in Hang Chat – Elephants, Eats & Local Finds 📍 Trip Overview A full-day escape to the charming district of Hang Chat, Lampang — home to the Thai Elephant Conservation Center and lush local culture. We started from a relaxing stay at Kept Cabana Lampang, joined elephants for a bath in the river, enjoyed a hearty local meal, and wrapped things up with a lovely stroll through a traditional community market. 🐘 Elephant Experience • Morning Drive: Headed out to the Thai Elephant Conservation Center, just outside the main town. • Elephant Show: We watched the elephants paint, play, and demonstrate their strength — such intelligent animals! • Bath Time: The highlight! We got right into the river and helped bathe the elephants. Playful, splashy, and unforgettable. 🍴 Local Dining After our elephant encounter, we stopped for lunch at a favorite local spot in Hang Chat — Rim Nam Restaurant (ร้านอาหารริมหนอง). Delicious northern Thai flavors with a view over a quiet pond. Highly recommended for the stir-fried spicy pork and bamboo curry. 🛍️ Market Stop Before heading back, we made a quick stop at Kad Thung Kwian (กาดทุ่งเกวี๋ยน) — a beloved local market. Great place for regional snacks, dried fruits, handmade crafts, and some of the best herbal teas around. Don’t leave without grabbing a bag of crispy northern sausage chips! 🏠 Accommodation Kept Cabana Lampang – A riverside hideaway with a minimal and cozy atmosphere. Perfect base for recharging before and after the day’s adventure. 🚗 Getting Around We rented a car for the trip, which gave us the flexibility to move around easily. Roads in Hang Chat are peaceful and scenic — ideal for a relaxed drive. 💡 Tips • Wear clothes you don’t mind getting wet during the elephant bath • Visit the elephant center early to enjoy cooler weather and fewer crowds • Support the market vendors — many sell unique, handmade items you won’t find elsewhere • Try a local herbal drink at Kad Thung Kwian — super refreshing after a warm day #elephant #lampang #hangchat
Posted: May 25, 2025
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