The programme offers a diverse range of hands-on conservation and community-based activities, giving you the opportunity to explore Asian elephant behaviour, human-elephant conflict, local livelihoods, biodiversity and habitat restoration. Depending on the programme schedule and seasonal conditions, activities may include;

Human-Elephant Coexistence & Conflict Mitigation

• Human-elephant coexistence walks through Ruam Thai village and surrounding farmland

• Explore signs of elephant activity, including footprints, dung and crop damage

• Learn about non-violent deterrents such as watchtowers, alarms, lights, radios and noise systems

• Join night-time tower guarding with local farmers to monitor elephant movements

• Visit biofence trials using elephant-deterrent crops such as lemongrass, chilli, kaffir lime and aloe vera

• Plant and harvest alternative crops alongside local farmers

• Meet village leaders, rangers, farmers and community groups to learn about coexistence

Elephant Research & Wildlife Monitoring

• Elephant identification using individual physical characteristics

• Camera trap analysis and research footage interpretation

• Elephant behaviour and movement monitoring

• Guided wildlife safaris in Kui Buri National Park

• Ethical observation of wild elephants, gaur, deer and other wildlife

• Sunrise and sunset birdwatching walks

• Learn about forest corridors, biodiversity and ecosystem health

Community-Based Conservation & Cultural Exchange

• Pineapple leaf paper-making and natural dye workshops

• Natural tie-dye using locally sourced materials

• Coconut husk paper plate making

• Farm-to-table Thai cooking using elephant-friendly crops

• Lemongrass oil extraction and sustainable product workshops

• Natural lip balm making using locally sourced ingredients and beeswax

• Elephant-shaped beeswax and lemongrass candle workshops

• Discussions with local communities about conservation, livelihoods and culture

Habitat Restoration & Conservation Action

• Replant native forest seedlings in degraded areas

• Remove invasive weeds around young trees

• Measure and label planted trees for future monitoring

• Create chilli and kaffir lime seed balls for forest restoration

• Learn how alternative crops can support biodiversity while reducing elephant conflict

• Participate in ecological monitoring and reforestation activities

Stay in local accommodation in and around Ruam Thai village, surrounded by nature and immersed in the peaceful rhythm of village life. Staying locally helps support the community and local economy while giving you the opportunity to experience Thailand beyond the usual tourist destinations.

Enjoy local vegetarian cuisine, connect with the community and experience the culture and traditions of rural Thailand. With a back-to-nature setting surrounded by forests and wildlife, your accommodation provides a comfortable base for your conservation activities while keeping you close to the landscapes and communities at the heart of the mission.

Next Mission

• Private Group missions available - contact for details!

  • Private room option available upon request, subject to availability

Who Can Join

• Open to anyone 18 years and older with a passion for conservation, no qualifications required

• Open to any gender

• Open to families, minimum age of 14 years old required when travelling with a guardian

If “Book Now” is available:

• Click the Book Now button to secure your place on the mission. Select the departure date and the applicable package.

• A deposit is required to confirm your spot - spaces are limited and cannot be held without payment

• The remaining balance is split into three instalments, with final payment due 90 days prior to departure

• If booking within 90 days of departure, full payment is required at the time of booking

• Once your deposit (or full payment) is received, you’ll be sent a detailed information pack covering everything you need to know - including program details, travel guidance, what to expect, and a packing list

If “Book Now” is not available:

• This mission may have specific requirements, offers multiple departure dates, or has alternative mission lengths available

• Click Ask A Question and complete your details to register your interest

• A Wilde Tracks team member will contact you via email

• If you don’t hear from us within 3 business days, please email info@wildetracks.com

• No payment is required to register your interest

• Our team will help guide you through the best options available for you

Some of our trips require a minimum number of participants to run. In the unlikely event the minimum isn’t met, we’ll let you know no later than 60 days before departure. If you haven’t heard from us by then, your trip is good to go. To keep things flexible, we recommend booking your flight after this point or choosing a flexible ticket.

Want to learn more before booking your Wilde Tracks mission?

📧 Email us: info@wildetracks.com

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💬 Have a question? Send us an email or DM on Instagram, or use the “Ask a Question” button at the top of this page - our team is happy to help.

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