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The Mekong Elephant Park is an eco-tourism project located on the banks of the Mekong, opposite the village of Pakbeng. Founded in 2008, elephants are of utmost importance to us, and their welfare is our main goal. We offer visitors the chance to discover the privileged role elephants play in Lao culture and why it is important to protect them. All money raised from visits and donations are used towards rescuing elephants, feed them, provide veterinary care as well as constructing land and infrastructure for them to live on.
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ABOUT THE MEKONG ELEPHANT PARK
Designed as a pilot project for the ecotourism industry, the Mekong Elephant Park demonstrates the founders’ aim of promoting sustainable tourism and supporting a species whose survival is threatened species by urbanization and the abuses they are confronted with.
This project combines:
This project combines:
- An environmental purpose: preserving a threatened species.
- An economic and social ambition: suggesting alternatives for the mahouts and their families;
- A touristic aim conceived and planned in order to respect the two aspects above.
OUR GOAL
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FIRST LET'S
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NOW LET'S WORK
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IT'S UP TO US
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TESTIMONIES
What our friends say about us?
"This place is a heaven for the elephant as the staff respect the elephant and want the best for them. Very authentic place."
- Anna on Trip Advisor "It was wonderful hiking with the elephant and seeing them so close in their own environment. Great to watch the elephant run over the beach into the water."
- Evelyne on MEP Facebook |
"Amazing Tour with a very friendly guide. Also the people in the village benefit from it 👍 highly recommended"
- René Karthaus on Google Places Such a great experience! Thanks to the team for a very educational and wonderful time here. And to the beautiful elephants for spending their morning with us.
- Kayla on MEP Facebook |
"An incredible experience with Elephants in this camp, acting for the protection of these wonderful animals."
- Louise B on Trip Advisor "Don't miss this place that respects the elephants and involve local communities. Best gift-shop of the town as well with stunning handicrafts"
- Johann on Google Places |
"Had a good Feeling about leaving my money there and not somewhere else: It is clean and well run. No riding for tourists"
- Batti on Google Places "Here, no riding on their back or swimming while they bath. Everything is made to respect the animal. You will be able to watch them in a natural environment."
- Margie on Trip Advisor |