Escape the ordinary and embrace the tranquility of Northern Thailand. This is a journey that blends compassionate animal care, cultural immersion, and personal growth at a unique meditation center and animal sanctuary. Join the group to support a project dedicated to enriching difficult mountain soil, caring for rescued animals, and uplifting local communities through charity and cultural events. You'll participate in hands-on activities, from tending to the land to hiking to remote hill tribes, forging deep connections with Thai villagers along the way. Get ready for an adventure that is as rewarding as it is beautiful.
Dates to book this experience for 2026 and 2027 will be available soon, stay tuned!
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pick-up from the airport and transfer toward Tak province.
The first vibe is pure reset: we’ll welcome you with refreshing drinks and ample free time to explore the Sanctuary’s grounds, connect with nature, and find your calm before our first group gathering.
Gather for our first immersive, locally sourced feast (food and drinks provided). This isn't just a meal, it's where we set the tone.
Time for bed and rest.
Start the day with a scheduled breakfast.
Dive into the Sanctuary mission with a briefing on conservation ethics. Get hands-on assisting with ethical animal feeding, connecting deeply with the rescued residents. Pre-booked riders can experience a horse ride.
Enjoy a buffet lunch featuring authentic Thai cuisine.
Choose your vibe: use your free time for rest, or join our hands-on volunteer activity to develop the plantation area. It's self-care versus impact work, your call on how to reset before the evening.
Get ready for the ultimate cultural exchange! Join our authentic cooking class led by a local master chef. We're not just making dinner; we're learning traditional recipes and connecting with the culture.
Conclude the day's purpose with an epic outdoor camping dinner under the stars.
Start the day with a scheduled breakfast.
You depart from our Sanctuary hub and head straight into the wild. Prepare for the transfer to the breathtaking National Park area, our next chapter of immersion and adventure.
Quick pit stop for authentic flavor. We are hitting a local Hill Tribe market, a true cultural hub, to stock up on the freshest fruit and support local producers before hitting the park.
Check-in and storage of belongings in the dormitory accommodation at the National Park.
Gear up! We embark on a challenging 5-hour scheduled hiking trip deep into the park. Packed lunch in hand, we explore the wild, but adherence to the specified wearing code is non-negotiable for safety.
Break to rest and enjoy the packed lunch.
After the break complete the 5-hour hike in the National Park.
Arrival and reset time. We've hit the National Park area, and now you have free time to relax, recharge your batteries after the journey, and fully embrace the epic new environment. Take a breath; the real exploration starts soon.
As the light fades, we seize the opportunity to witness the sunset over this historic landscape. We conclude this reflective day by enjoying authentic Thai food.
Start the day with breakfast.
Engage in a genuine cultural exchange as we meet the local Hill Tribe community. They will lead our guided, purposeful walk to their coffee plantation, offering firsthand insight into their sustainable practices and deep connection to the land.
We pause our immersion for lunch at "Coffee on the Hill." This meal is enjoyed with a fantastic, sweeping view of the landscape.
Witness a profound cultural moment: eight local girls from the Hill Tribe community perform a traditional dance. This immersive spectacle is an honoring of heritage, offering deep insight into the customs and artistic spirit of the community.
With the echoes of the dance still resonating, we begin our reflective return journey to the National Park area.
Enjoy dinner in the evening, processing the day's profound cultural immersion and renewing our collective energy for the exploration awaiting us tomorrow.
Enjoy breakfast at the sanctuary.
We depart the National Park, embarking on a beautifully scenic drive. Our journey takes us through Mae Sot, offering glimpses into this authentic small community and providing reflective views of the passing landscape before our next destination.
We pause for restorative serenity at the Mae Kasa Hot Springs. This 100% natural thermal spring offers a moment of pure, essential relaxation, connecting us deeply to the earth’s natural energy.
Dive into deep serenity. Experience the peaceful atmosphere and complete relaxation in the natural onsen area of our restorative complex. This traditional thermal bath is essential for renewal (don't forget your swimwear!)
We pause for an authentic, local-style lunch served beside the tranquil Moei River.
Visit Wat Thai Wattanaram, a stunning testament to regional heritage. Marvel at the temple's distinctly beautiful Burmese architectural style, offering a visual and spiritual immersion into the layered history of the area.
We immerse ourselves at the vibrant Muser Hill Tribe Market. Famous for its incredible fresh fruits and vegetables, this bustling cultural hub offers a chance to sample local flavors and support community producers.
The journey circles back. We begin our reflective return drive to the Animal Sanctuary, carrying the rich cultural memories and impactful experiences from the past days.
Relax and enjoy dinner together.
Enjoy breakfast at the sanctuary.
Track a wild bison herd & dive into critical animal care. Experience survival strategy firsthand while making a tangible conservation impact.
Fuel up with a shared, community-style lunch.
Thai Cuisine Immersion: Master classic dishes in a hands-on cooking class. Taste the culture, unlock chef skills.
Get hands-on with evening feeding time. Ensure these incredible animals are happy and healthy. A real, rewarding care experience.
Relax and enjoy dinner at the sanctuary.
Enjoy breakfast at the sanctuary.
Attend a welcome ceremony and receive an introduction to the local lifestyle of the Ban Pak Rong Huay Chee community.
Learn how to make traditional palm sugar and participate in a hands-on cooking experience of local dishes. Get deep into the region's sweetest secrets.
Enjoy a local lunch, savoring the regional flavors and recharging for the afternoon.
Join a hands-on traditional palm-leaf workshop and create your custom hat. Master an ancient craft and leave with a handmade, sustainable souvenir.
Take a scenic ride along the Ping River to soak in the chill riverside atmosphere and stunning views. Find your peace on the water and explore the local vibe.
Experience Khantoke! Dive into a traditional Lanna dinner set at the buzzing Kad Ta Tong local market.
Enjoy breakfast at the sanctuary.
Visit Sukhothai Historical Park (Old Town). Rent a bicycle (no extra charge) as it's the best way to explore the vast and peaceful park area.
Taste real tradition! Sit down for an authentic, homemade local lunch featuring comforting dishes.
Visit the Ramkhamhaeng National Museum and Wat Mahathat (the largest and most important temple in the park), which features impressive Buddha images and lotus-shaped stupas.
Catch the epic sunset and soak in the park's stunning scenic views. The perfect moment to relax, reflect, and grab that iconic shot.
Head back to the Animal Sanctuary for a relaxing dinner and peaceful downtime.
Enjoy breakfast at the sanctuary.
Enjoy a peaceful walk, connect with the rescued animals, and jump into essential tasks like feeding. Experience the real impact of sanctuary life.
Enjoy a delightful local lunch in a peaceful, serene setting. Savor authentic regional dishes and fully recharge your energy.
Impact or Play? Choose your adventure! Get hands-on with sustainable farming (planting, fish ponds) OR dive into fun: Horseback riding, mineral springs, or football with the local kids.
Enjoy downtime with complimentary snacks. Recharge, relax, and savor your moment.
Relax and enjoy dinner at the sanctuary.
Enjoy the final group breakfast, savoring the last moments and connecting over coffee. Reflect on the journey and share your favorite memories.
Depart from the Animal Sanctuary and transfer to the hotel in Bangkok.
Entdecke die Aktivitäten, die deine Reise zu einem epischen Abenteuer machen.
Trage zu deinem Projekt bei und bewirke etwas Positives, während du neue Fähigkeiten entwickelst.
Workshop to make traditional palm sugar and hands-on cooking experience of local dishes.
Hands-on workshop for traditional palm-leaf weaving. Create your own hat.
Visit the Ramkhamhaeng National Museum and the important Wat Mahathat temple.
Cooking class to learn local dishes with the resident chef.
Experience local culture through a traditional dance performed by local girls.
Lerne die lokale Kultur kennen und erlebe eine authentische Reiseerfahrung mit Aktivitäten, die in deiner Reiseroute enthalten sind.
5-hour hike in the National Park with packed lunch (appropriate attire required).
Visit Sukhothai Historical Park (Old Town) by renting a bicycle (best way to explore).
Help feed the sanctuary animals their evening meal.
Use free time to join a volunteer activity developing the plantation area.
Animal care and following a herd of buffalo to learn traditional survival.
Local lunch by the Moei River, followed by a visit to a beautiful Burmese-style temple.
Scenic ride along the Ping River followed by a Khantoke dinner at a local market.
Meet the Hill Tribe members and take a guided walk to a coffee plantation.
Zusätzliche Aktivitäten, damit du dieses Abenteuer in deiner Freizeit noch mehr genießen kannst.
Optional visit to the Sukhothai Airport Zoo. Open weekends (Sat-Sun, 9 AM - 4 PM).
$50 per person
A 90-minute Thai Massage, you can book this service any day from Monday to Friday.
$50 per session
Relax and enjoy the scenic views and sunset over the historical park ruins.
Free of charge
Free time to walk around and explore the Animal Sanctuary grounds at your leisure.
Free of charge
Enjoy animal feeding and horse riding.
advance booking only (free of charge)
Choose: play football with children, mineral spring, or horseback riding. Free snacks provided.
Free of charge
Stop at a Hill Tribe market to buy fresh fruits and snacks.
Cost Varies
Visit Mae Kasa Hot Springs and relax in the natural onsen (bring swimwear).
free of charge
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The group will experience two types of accommodation to enhance the journey. For the main portion of the trip, the stay is at the project's center, which features traveler-exclusive housing. This includes a mixed-gender dorm for up to 8 people and two private rooms suitable for solo women or couples (up to 2 people each). Travelers will be allocated a room upon arrival, with priority given to solo women or couples for the private rooms. In the middle of the experience (Days 3 and 4), the group will stay at a dome-style temporary accommodation within a National Park, which can host 8-12 people. All lodging is within walking distance of the activities, offering dedicated workspaces and shared bathrooms that are kept absolutely clean, though they only have cold showers.
Prepare for a culinary journey featuring delicious, healthy, and locally sourced food that reflects the rich Thai cuisine. Given the varied itinerary, meals are served as a buffet most of the time, whether cooked by the host team at the base or by local cooks at different locations. Breakfast is always served buffet-style, and the host team handles all lunches and dinners. A special highlight is the basic Thai cooking lessons offered at the base camp! The host is vegetarian-friendly and can easily accommodate various food allergies and restrictions, provided they are informed in advance. Travelers will also have access to a kitchen if they need to prepare anything for themselves.
Your immersive experience begins with a seamless arrival. The host team will pick up all travelers at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) in Bangkok, with the pick-up scheduled for around 12:30 PM. The group will be met by a host representative holding a sign with the group name at the airport arrival area. Travelers are taken straight from the airport to the project, with no layovers in other cities.
The core of this experience is led by a dedicated individual, inspired by a lifelong passion for service, moral values, and nature. This mission-driven host has channeled their personal journey of inner growth and compassionate action into creating a meditation center and animal sanctuary. This project is a living sanctuary where people can heal, learn, and reconnect with themselves and nature. The host's work is deeply rooted in supporting the local community—transforming the center for traditional festivals, offering free entertainment and food to locals, and providing support, including free therapy, meals, and supplies, to a local artistic school for almost 300 children from low-income families, many of whom are deaf or blind. The local team includes an employee responsible for animal care and basic medical attention, as well as plant and tree maintenance.
Your destination is a stunning, lesser-known stretch of the Riviera Nayarit on the Pacific coast of Mexico. This region is famous for its untouched beaches, lush jungle backdrop, and laid-back, authentic coastal communities. It’s a tranquil paradise, far from the large resorts, where the rhythm of life is dictated by the ocean tides. This immersive location provides the perfect context for deep conservation work and genuine connection with the local culture and pristine nature.
The project’s central challenge is the poor soil condition, which suffers from rapid topsoil erosion during heavy rains. Travelers play a crucial role in tackling this long-standing issue by contributing their labor to build water barriers and assist in transplanting trees into manure-enriched areas. This work is vital for improving the ecosystem and allowing agriculture to flourish. Furthermore, the group's presence provides essential financial support for animal shelter maintenance, food, hay, and veterinary supplies, directly supporting the sanctuary’s mission to care for its animals and serve the surrounding community through charity and cultural events.
Travelers contribute to well-being by helping to grow chemical-free plants at the center. This commitment enhances the natural ecosystem, ensuring animals are safe and that crops, grass, and food remain free from harmful substances, promoting better health for all inhabitants and the wider community.
By supporting the project's agriculture, travelers help create job opportunities for local villagers and government agencies. Growing chemical-free crops allows for premium pricing, directly increasing the income of the villagers and contributing to a more sustainable local economy.
Travelers assist the project in its partnership efforts by supporting the expansion of chemical-free livestock raising and kitchen gardens. This model is shared with local villagers through training, helping them adopt sustainable practices, generate good income, and actively work to reduce poverty and social inequality.
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