Elephant Forest Phitsanulok ศูนย์การเรียนรู้ช้าง เอเลเฟนต์ ฟอเรสต์ พิษณุโลก

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Wangthong
Elephant Forest Phitsanulok ศูนย์การเรียนรู้ช้าง เอเลเฟนต์ ฟอเรสต์ พิษณุโลก

Located on 360 acres of forest in Phitsanulok, Thailand, Sappraiwan Elephant Sanctuary is a no-ridin The resort’s founding owner, Mr. Shortly after, Mr.

Sappraiwan Elephant Sanctuary is located within the 360-acre property of Sappraiwan Elephant Resort in Phitsanulok, Thailand. Enveloped by a lush mountain range and bordered by a gushing river, the property provides an idyllic setting for a resort. Boon, constructed and opened what was then named Sappraiwan Grand Hotel and Resort in the 1990s. The extensive plot of land was a combination of thick

forest and abandoned farm land when he purchased it, so he moved into a small wooden home on the property and began developing the resort. One day, Mr.Boon’s vision for the resort changed unexpectedly. He was driving on the outskirts of Bangkok when he encountered an adult bull elephant, begging with his owner in the congested city streets. This tusker was named Boonmee, and in 2001, he became the sanctuary’s founding elephant. THE STORY

This is the first entry in a series that will bring readers on a journey. Boon rescued two female logging elephants, a mother and her young male calf that were street begging in Chiang Mai, and a one-year-old female calf that was already separated from her mother and street begging in Chiang Mai. . Today, the sanctuary is home to 14 elephants, nine of which were born at the facility. This means each of the individuals are brothers, sisters, aunts, mothers and grandmothers – a herd. A family this size is rarely seen in captivity, and the sanctuary is a special place because it provides elephants with the opportunity to nurture their offspring, learn from their elders, and play with their siblings. Sappraiwan Elephant Sanctuary is committed to putting welfare first, and in doing so, has eliminated riding, bathing, and feeding programs. Instead, tourists are invited to venture deep into the forest to observe this herd's natural behaviour as they play in the water, cover themselves in mud, and tear through the varying foliage on the resort's extensive property.

11/05/2026

Sribua (Lotus) ศรีบัว
Female, Born in 1974

Sribua previously worked in the logging industry and at a riding elephant camp. She walked more slowly than the other elephants due to an injury in her right hind leg caused by an accident during her logging days. She also suffered from an infected wound on her forehead, the result of being struck with a hook after repeated beatings and pushing to force her to walk faster and complete more rides for tourists.

When she first arrived at the sanctuary, she stood with her head lowered. She did not flap her ears or swish her tail, and she made no sounds—all signs of an elephant with a deep sadness. We allowed her to adjust to her surroundings at her own pace, gradually and gently. Over time, she began to improve, and one day she let out a loud call while playing in the water—a clear sign that her spirit had begun to heal. Now, Sribua loves to swim and even went swimming from 1pm until 3:30pm one day.

From a quiet, sorrowful character, Sribua became playful and one of our most affectionate elephants. She bonds closely with her elephant friends and her mahout (elephant carer). Her foot and nail health has improved after walking on natural forest soil instead of concrete. Her legs have grown stronger, and she can now walk almost as fast as the others, to a point where her injury is hardly noticeable.

Sribua’s story reflects that with proper care and without being overworked, elephants can recover both physically and emotionally, rediscovering happiness once more.

Quote: “Moving from silent pain to active, happy living”

10/05/2026

Ruay Ngern (Treasure) รวยเงิน
Female, Born in 1974

Ruay Ngern’s original Burmese name was “Mokae” which most likely refers to the Moken people of Myanmar. She once worked as a logging elephant along the Myanmar border before being moved to a tourist elephant camp in northern Thailand. Ruay Ngern has sharp instincts and is remembered for a remarkable act of bravery: she once called out to a fellow elephant bathing in a stream, urging her to come out just before a flash flood surged through—saving the elephant’s life.

Despite this, we have observed that Ruay Ngern is a rather timid elephant. She is easily frightened by birds, passing vehicles, and even other elephants. One day, while eating in the forest, a car drove by and she hurriedly hid behind a tree that barely covered half her body—an endearing and slightly amusing sight.

Her former owner shared that she was once tied in the forest to be bred with a wild elephant. The wild bull was far larger, causing her to fall and get injured. This experience may explain her fear of other elephants and her general wariness of the world around her.

Today, after living among nature at our sanctuary, Ruay Ngern has begun to relax. Although she still keeps some distance from others, she now follows our elephants and is interacting more. We hope that with time, she will continue to lower her defences and live happily among her elephant companions for the rest of her life.

Quote: “A brave heart in the body of a timid elephant, waiting to heal and grow”

09/05/2026

Gumrai (Prosperity) กำไร
Female, Born in 1964

Gumrai is a tall, large-framed elephant. She has a habit of walking quickly and disappearing into the forest, often choosing solitude over the company of other elephants. Earlier in life, she worked in the logging industry before entering the tourism industry, where she carried tourists on her back for many years.

When she first arrived here, Gumrai displayed signs of stress and impatience. While waiting for visitors to feed her, she repeatedly swayed her body and rocked her head—behaviors associated with long-term stress, called stereotypic behaviors.

Over time, we adjusted Gumrai’s daily routine. She was encouraged to spend more time with other elephants. They began walking in the forest together, foraging and communicating naturally. She even once had a loyal dog friend called Chao Kuay, who followed her everywhere.

When Gumrai came to us, she suffered from anemia, possibly linked to lice commonly found in old elephant camps. As Gumrai grows older, her digestive system has weakened and her food is carefully prepared, softened and filled with supportive vitamin supplements. We hope she will continue to enjoy a happy and peaceful life, surrounded by her elephant companions for many years to come.

Quote: “From a lonely, hardened elephant to one who embraces the warmth of friendship”

08/05/2026

Boonlai (Blessing) บุญหลาย
Female, Born in 1963

Boonlai worked in many roles throughout her life—logging, riding, and later she lived in a tourist camp where visitors fed elephants. She is known for her calm, composed nature and her deep affection.

Physically, Boonlai is robust for her age, although she has an unusually straight back—comparable to a “swayback” in elephants, whose backs are normally rounded. She also bears a scar along the center of her back from carrying a riding seat for too many years while working as a riding elephant.

Her last former owner loved her deeply and chose to bring her to the sanctuary so she could retire peacefully in nature, rather than selling her to continue working in riding camps. When she arrived, she was still strong and healthy. Now she lives as naturally as possible with us in an observation only high welfare venue.

With her long experience living in the forest, Boonlai is familiar with a wide variety of edible forest plants. When other elephants struggle to forage, they quickly learn by staying close to her, as she teaches them which plants are safe to eat. From consulting with our elephant expert consultant, we believe that Boonlai might be the new matriarch of our elephants.

Boonlai also displays remarkable cleverness. For example, when given a bunch of bananas, she carefully eats only the inside of the banana, neatly leaving the stalk behind—something not easy for elephants with their large trunks and mouths.

Beyond her intelligence, Boonlai is kind, gentle, and generous in spirit. One unforgettable moment was when she calmly walked into a pond and swam out to help a frightened elephant in the water, guiding her safely back to shore.

As Boonlai grows older, she is now cared for with finely prepared, softened food to ensure comfort in her later years. She continues to live a peaceful life—loved by everyone around her.

Quote: “A gentle teacher elephant, sharing forest wisdom and bravely helping others with kindness”

08/05/2026

Meet Our Gentle Giants at Elephant Forest Phitsanulok 💚

Every elephant here has a story, a personality, and a journey that led them to a life of care, respect, and freedom. This week, we’ll be proud to introduce you more to our incredible family.

🐘 Meet Boonlai (Blessing) บุญหลาย
“A gentle teacher elephant, sharing forest wisdom and bravely helping others with kindness”
Favorite Behavior: Foraging for food
Fun Fact: She can eat bananas without stalks

🐘 Meet Gumrai (Prosperity) กำไร
“From a lonely, hardened elephant to one who embraces the warmth of friendship”
Favorite Activity: Walking quickly
Did You Know? She once had a loyal dog friend called Chao Kuay

🐘 Meet Ruay-Ngern (Treasure) รวยเงิน
“A brave heart in the body of a timid elephant, waiting to heal and grow”
Personality: Shy, fearful and independent
Superpower: Saved fellow elephants during a flash flood in Chiang Mai

🐘 Meet Sribua (Lotus) ศรีบัว
“Moving from silent pain to active, happy living”
Loves: Her mahout and bumping heads with other elephants
Unique Feature: Right hind leg injury

🐘 Meet Somboon (Abundance) สมบูรณ์
“Rebuilding a broken past: finding solace in the forest and gaining trust in mahouts”
Favorite Treat: Mayong Chid (Marian Plums)
Favorite Person: Her mahout

Each elephant you meet here has been given the chance to live more naturally, surrounded by care and kindness. By visiting and supporting ethical tourism, you are part of their journey.
Experience their world—slow, peaceful, and full of heart.

30/04/2026

‼️รับสมัครทีมงาน เราต้องการคุณหากพร้อมลุย รักเรียนรู้ อยากพิสูจน์ศักยภาพของตนเอง โอกาสเป็นของคุณ‼️

➡️ทรัพย์ไพรวัลย์รีสอร์ทและศูนย์การเรียนรู้ช้าง new destination แห่งภาคเหนือ รับสมัครสมาชิกครอบครัวใหม่ที่พร้อมเติบโตและภาคภูมิใจไปด้วยกัน

สอบถามข้อมูลเพิ่มเติม โทร: 081 533 7288
หรือส่งอีเมลมาที่: [email protected]

30/04/2026

‼️We Are Hiring – Join Our Team‼️

We are looking for passionate and dedicated individuals who are ready to take on challenges, eager to learn, and motivated to prove their full potential. Your opportunity starts here!

➡️ Elephant Forest Phitsanulok, a new destination in Northern Thailand, is looking for new team members who are ready to grow, succeed, take pride and grow together with us.

For more information, please call: 081 533 7288
or email: [email protected]

14/04/2026

The heat is on, and everyone’s heading for the water!

This Songkran, help our 'Elephant Aunties' stay cool with our 'Elephant Floating Meal.' Watch them splash and play while enjoying a refreshing fruit buffet delivered right to their natural pool.

Refresh your soul and give back to nature at Sappraiwan Elephant House Cafe'. Open every day throughout the Songkran holidays!"

14/03/2026

Elephant Forest Phitsanulok ขอขอบคุณคณะคุณครูและนักเรียนจากโรงเรียนสาธิตราชภัฏพิบูลสงคราม ที่มาร่วมกิจกรรมและเรียนรู้ไปพร้อมกับพวกเรา

พวกเรายินดีเป็นอย่างยิ่งที่ได้ต้อนรับทุกท่านเข้าร่วม กิจกรรมการเรียนรู้เชิงอนุรักษ์แสนสนุก ที่สอดแทรกความรู้เกี่ยวกับการดูแลและสวัสดิภาพของช้างวัยเกษียณ ซึ่งได้รับการช่วยเหลือ และปัจจุบันได้มาใช้ชีวิตอยู่ในพื้นที่ป่ากว้างเกือบ 1,000 ไร่ เพื่อให้พวกเขาได้ใช้ชีวิตบั้นปลายอย่าง สงบ อิสระ และใกล้เคียงธรรมชาติมากที่สุด

ขอบคุณที่มาร่วมเป็นส่วนหนึ่งของประสบการณ์การเรียนรู้ที่มีความหมายในครั้งนี้ และร่วมสนับสนุนการอนุรักษ์ช้าง พวกเราหวังเป็นอย่างยิ่งว่าจะมีโอกาสได้ต้อนรับทุกท่านอีกครั้งในอนาคต 🐘

Elephant Forest Phitsanulok would like to thank the teachers and students from Pibulsongkram Rajabhat Demonstration School for joining the activities and learning together with us.

We were very happy to welcome everyone to our fun conservation-based learning activities, where students learned about the care and welfare of retired elephants that have been rescued. They now live in a forest area of nearly 1,000 rai, where they can spend their later years peacefully, freely, and as close to nature as possible.

Thank you for being part of this meaningful learning experience and for supporting elephant conservation. We sincerely hope to welcome everyone again in the future. 🐘
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13/03/2026

ภาพบรรยากาศกิจกรรมวันช้างไทย ที่ Elephant Forest Phitsanulok ค่ะ🐘🌿

Scenes from our Thai Elephant Day celebration at Elephant Forest Phitsanulok. 🐘🌿
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1/79 Moo. 2, Kengsopha
Wangthong
65220

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650 4077603

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http://www.sappraiwan.org/

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