greenmonkey Posted November 9, 2021 Share Posted November 9, 2021 Okay so with the daily stresses of life, covid, restrictions etc.... it dawned on me today that I need to start enjoying life again. I realised that my family and I are in a wonderful country with many wonderful opportunities and experiences to be enjoyed. The first thing that sprang to mind and something I have always wanted to do is to spend a day/weekend at an elephant sancturary. I will do my research carefully to ensure we choose an ethical establishment and am already looking forward to bringing my son/wife to whichever one we decide upon! I'd like to know if anyone has any recommendations for other types of family experiences they can recommend or consider a MUST DO whilst here in Thailand!? TIA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BritManToo Posted November 9, 2021 Share Posted November 9, 2021 Depends where you are. As far as I know all the Elephant places in Chiang Mai are closed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post johng Posted November 9, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted November 9, 2021 You say a "day out" so you may get better answers if you state where you live..Thailand is quite large ( about the same France if I remember correctly ) 2 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greenmonkey Posted November 9, 2021 Author Share Posted November 9, 2021 6 hours ago, johng said: You say a "day out" so you may get better answers if you state where you live..Thailand is quite large ( about the same France if I remember correctly ) Good point! I live in Nonthaburi but can venture to neighbouring provinces for instance I am looking at Kanchanaburi for the elephant sanctuary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbko Posted November 9, 2021 Share Posted November 9, 2021 Over the years (pre covid) the family and I would do day trips to the beaches, national parks, waterfalls, and dams. Fill up the gas tank, bring snacks, and a stocked ice chest, and sometimes bring an overnight bag just in case we decide to extend the trip. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianthainess Posted November 10, 2021 Share Posted November 10, 2021 I can visit an elephant camp, the beach and eat in a nice restaurant in a day, but i won't tell you where i live either. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAFETY FIRST Posted November 10, 2021 Share Posted November 10, 2021 Chutachak market I read has opened up, lots of stalls, lots to see. Across the road is a beautiful park, it's huge, nice walking Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HashBrownHarry Posted November 10, 2021 Share Posted November 10, 2021 13 hours ago, greenmonkey said: Good point! I live in Nonthaburi but can venture to neighbouring provinces for instance I am looking at Kanchanaburi for the elephant sanctuary. Lots to do and see in Kanchanburi - good choice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1FinickyOne Posted November 10, 2021 Share Posted November 10, 2021 13 hours ago, greenmonkey said: Good point! I live in Nonthaburi but can venture to neighbouring provinces for instance I am looking at Kanchanaburi for the elephant sanctuary. Try Erawan Waterfalls if they are open. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eaglekott Posted November 10, 2021 Share Posted November 10, 2021 1 hour ago, SAFETY FIRST said: Chutachak market I read has opened up, lots of stalls, lots to see. Across the road is a beautiful park, it's huge, nice walking Was there last weekend, about 25% of the stalls is back and open, but it's very nice to be there, can walk freely, see monuments and statues you have no idea they where where before. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CH1961 Posted November 10, 2021 Share Posted November 10, 2021 The best place to visit with kids is Wat Saen Suk. There they can see what can be expected in life ... and beyond. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaLa Posted November 10, 2021 Share Posted November 10, 2021 14 hours ago, greenmonkey said: Good point! I live in Nonthaburi but can venture to neighbouring provinces for instance I am looking at Kanchanaburi for the elephant sanctuary. I'm in Nonthaburi too and travel around for entertainment. Recently I have been to Kanchanaburi; to be honest it's very quiet although if you are happy just wandering around it's a nice place and you can always venture a little further up to Sai Yok National Park. I would check to see if the trains are running up there as that can fun. My main area of entertainment is in Cha Am, lots going on beach and sea wise especially at the weekend, and again if you are happy just wandering then Kaeng Krachan is serene and charming. Finally , although personally I'm not keen there's always Amphawa floating market which is lively. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will B Good Posted November 10, 2021 Share Posted November 10, 2021 Off to the Grand Palace tomorrow morning........I will report back......although I suspect many on here will have been already. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VocalNeal Posted November 10, 2021 Share Posted November 10, 2021 22 hours ago, greenmonkey said: am already looking forward to bringing my son/wife to whichever one we decide upon! How old is the son? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greenmonkey Posted November 10, 2021 Author Share Posted November 10, 2021 23 minutes ago, VocalNeal said: How old is the son? 10 years old! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thepanom Posted November 10, 2021 Share Posted November 10, 2021 2 hours ago, SAFETY FIRST said: Chutachak market I read has opened up, lots of stalls, lots to see. Across the road is a beautiful park, it's huge, nice walking Was there last saturday, most of the shops were closed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VocalNeal Posted November 10, 2021 Share Posted November 10, 2021 4 minutes ago, greenmonkey said: 10 years old! OK not a whole day but... Royal Thai Airforce Museum. It has its own station on the BTS network. My 9 year old "nephew" climbed over everything and wants to go back. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will B Good Posted November 10, 2021 Share Posted November 10, 2021 10 minutes ago, greenmonkey said: 10 years old! Water parks (if they are open). Lots to choose from, 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ncc1701d Posted November 10, 2021 Share Posted November 10, 2021 Fishing, bike riding, 2 place buggies, hiking. I was surprised how much there is to do just looking around google maps. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Hammer2021 Posted November 10, 2021 Share Posted November 10, 2021 22 hours ago, BritManToo said: Depends where you are. As far as I know all the Elephant places in Chiang Mai are closed. Surin is the epicenter of Elephant culture and the big round up is soon. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Hammer2021 Posted November 10, 2021 Share Posted November 10, 2021 What is a 'family' day out or family trip? What age are the kids? How bright are they? Are they well behaved? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TooBigToFit Posted November 10, 2021 Share Posted November 10, 2021 You could take a raft lunch trip in Kanchanburi. You just talk to the people who arrange the trips right there near downtown Kanchanburi. You could visit the 100 year old market in Suphanburi. Look it up online. A day walking around the temples of Ayuttaya with noodles for lunch. Get on the Skytrain and take it to the end of the Sukumvit Line. From there about 100 baht in the Taxi and you are by the mudflats and sea. There's a science research area there and a long pier that you can walk out to the end of and have lunch in its restaurant. There may be other sites or stops along the skytrain to fill the day. Dreamworld is an amusement park which is near Future Park Mall Rangsit which has ice skating.. There's also Suan Siam for a waterpark but not sure where in BKK that is. The last recommendation is the Annual Thai Family Nudist Festival which this year is going to be held with the Thai 420 Ganja and Mushroom Festival on the same day in Nakon Nayok. No, I'm just kidding. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kwonitoy Posted November 10, 2021 Share Posted November 10, 2021 https://foursquare.com/v/safari-park-zoo-kanchanaburi/4b499b5cf964a520a47126e3 Was at the safari park years ago, seems to be open still. In Kanchanaburi province Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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