Timeline
16:22
MandaLao Elephant Conservation
Arrive at MandaLao Elephant Conservation for the afternoon tour. This is the first non-riding elephant attraction in Laos, where you feed and walk with elephants. A shuttle is provided from your hotel with an English guide. The program focuses on changing perceptions of elephants away from beasts of burden, so you can engage with them in a way that supports their welfare.
18:37
MandaLao Elephant Conservation
Finish your interaction with the elephants as the golden light fades. Stay at the conservation center for a moment to reflect on the day. The grounds offer a peaceful environment to decompress after the active morning or afternoon session.
19:52
MandaLao Elephant Conservation
Depart for dinner. Since MandaLao is located outside the main town center, you will need to arrange transport back. Check the route for your return journey to the city center where restaurants are located. Enjoy a leisurely dinner in Luang Prabang after dark.
Local tip
MandaLao offers morning, afternoon, or all-day tours. Book in advance, especially during high season. The shuttle service makes logistics easy, but confirm pickup times with them directly.
Check before you go
- MandaLao Elephant Conservation is not in the main town. You must arrange transport to and from the site.
- Prices range from US$80-150 depending on the tour length.
- Sunset times vary by season. On January 15, sunset is at 17:52. On April 15, it is 18:29. On July 15, it is 18:53. On October 15, it is 17:47.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Luang Prabang (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).