‘Journey to Freedom became my journey for life’
Our intern Debbie was lucky enough to spend time on one of our more unique programs, Journey to Freedom. Here's what she had to say about her experience: 'Journey to Freedom was one of the most rewarding experiences…
Nong Lek (small girl)
Introducing elephants at Surin Project Year of Birth: 2001 Mahout: Su Chad Features: Prominent pink earring. Fuzzy chin beard. Skin is mostly grey with few spots. Behaviour: She is very friendly to people. She likes to beg for food. Enjoys…
Kham Saen (Ten-thousand pieces of gold)
Introducing elephants at Surin Project Year of Birth: 1988 Mahout: Sangat Features: Big, light-skinned, and tall. She is Anda’s mother (and they are always together). Her ears are torn. Has a big back hump. Behaviour: Quite protective and can become…
Anda (named after Andaman Ocean)
Introducing elephants at Surin Project Year of Birth: 2014 Mahout: Sangat Features: A tiny baby. A little chubby. Ears resemble butterfly wings. Hairy and dark colored. Has wrinkly skin. Behaviour: Quite curious and playful but also naughty and always getting…
Maleewan (Sweet smelling Jasmine flower)
Introducing elephants at Surin Project Year of Birth: 1984 Mahout: Loh Features: She is heavy but medium height. Her trunk is split open at the top so she has 4 nostrils. The bridge of her trunk and ears are pink.…
Elephant Care project started today
Thanks for the first group of visitors who have come to help and support the Elephant Care project. Your visit will help to bring more elephant to roam free. From now they don't have to go back to work again.
Elephant Care project launch
Another good program begins at the camp opposite of our Park called the elephant care program. This program is run under our supervision and consultation. The project is being run by the local villager there, to take the elephant out…