Hill Tribes of Northern Thailand: Environmental Conservation, Education, and Elephant Trekking

Customer Reviews

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  collinnkingg

  · August 30th, 2024
  My trip in Thailand was truly life-changing. From the people I met, the friends I made, the experiences I had, it was all so incredible. Those 2 weeks gave me a lifetime of memories and I learned more about myself than I ever have before. This trip taught me so much about the world and changed my outlook on so many things. I would do it all over again if I could.
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  GIVE Volunteers commented on this review

  You're right, traveling with purpose will open our eyes and hearts! Thank you for being the inspiring global citizen that you are. We can't thank you enough for your immeasurable impact!
  Trip date: July 2024
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  Saleta

  · August 24th, 2024
  My experience with the elephant trip in Thailand was nothing short of life-changing. This program offers a perfect blend of cultural immersion and hands-on conservation work, making it ideal for anyone passionate about wildlife and sustainable tourism. The highlight of the trip was, of course, working directly with the elephants. The program focuses on ethical and sustainable practices, ensuring that the elephants are well cared for and that all interactions are respectful and responsible. Assisting in their rehabilitation gave me a deep appreciation for these magnificent creatures and the importance of protecting them.
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  Trip date: July 2024
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  Elisa

  · August 15th, 2024
  I love to travel and this experience thought me a whole new way to do so! It felt very liberating not having to think about an itinerary or what was next. The tour guides were great at communicating and making sure we were ready for the next activities. No matter how wild the adventure, we always felt very safe. From the learning discussions, to the volunteering sites (education and permaculture), to the cultural immersive activities, I felt the program was very complete. A mix of giving back to the community and enjoying the beauty of the people and the country. I'm very glad I went on this program!
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  Trip date: July 2024
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  Henry

  · August 14th, 2024
  Trying to put this experience into words is so difficult, so I've put off writing this review for too long. If you're willing and fully immerse yourself this will be an experience of a lifetime. Some people on the trip seemed to want more of a vacation abroad with a focus on partying. This trip isn't like that, it's a cultural awakening. You get to experience a new way of life firsthand and you have amazing local guides to make everything fun and easy to learn. I can't put into words how wonderful it is to have local guides, they made the trip and I can't imagine Thailand without them. Something I've been saying to people who ask "How was Thailand?" is that Thailand is the land of smiles. That's its nickname and it holds so true. Everyone was happy and friendly, I smiled and waved at all the people I passed. As happy as you are to be halfway around the globe, the locals are so happy and proud that you came to them. Making connections despite the language barrier was so easy because both sides were happy to be with one another. If you think this is something you want to do, do it. You only live once, so conquer your fears!
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  GIVE Volunteers commented on this review

  Henry, thank you for pouring your heart into this. Your global citizenship is radiating through these words. "A cultural awakening" is a beautiful description for your trip to the land of smiles :) We hope to see you again!
  
  Trip date: June 2024
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  Gia

  · August 13th, 2024
  My trip to Thailand was the most rewarding and fulfilling experience! In only two weeks, I got the opportunity to fully immerse myself in Thai culture. The guides on the trip were easily the most insightful, inspiring, and pure humans. From playing with and teaching the kids at the schools to working in the permaculture field, each day offered a new chance to learn, grow, and challenge yourself. While in Thailand, I had never felt more grounded and at peace thanks to all of the welcoming and truly kind locals we had the pleasure of meeting. Getting the chance to embark on this adventure has been indescribable and absolutely life-changing. I am forever grateful for this journey for changing my perspective on life, teaching me how to care for our planet, and allowing me to make life-long friendships. Choosing to travel with GIVE was the best decision I ever made.
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  Trip date: July 2024
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  Alyssa

  · August 9th, 2024
  Wow! Do it! Take the jump! This Thailand experience was like no other, absolutely life changing! From the amazing people from the land of smiles to being truly immersed in the culture from the hill tribes this trip will allow you to grow in ways you don’t expect! The beauty of this country is breathtaking and Give allows you to experience all of the beauty!! The Thailand Give trip is a unique experience that will teach you how to travel responsible while having the best time of your life!! Teaching in the class rooms with the kids will bring out your inner child, the students are so welcoming and talented! And volunteering with permaculture at a local farm allowed for me to be more knowledgeable about self sustainable living that I want to continue! This trip is like no other experience, take the jump!
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  Trip date: July 2024
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  Ashley

  · August 7th, 2024
  If you are ever questioning whether this GIVE is for you, I hope this will help. Going to Thailand was probably the best thing I could’ve done cause it showed me not just how much I can push myself, but also taught me how to be a global citizen. How to respect and learn about cultures and people in the best way possible. GIVE allows you to meet people like you and allows you, no matter how small, to plant a seed of change, not just in the communities that you visit but also in yourself.
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  Trip date: July 2024
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  Marilee

  · August 4th, 2024
  Such an amazing experience. While the country of Thailand was STUNNING, our guides, locals, and the other volunteers made the trip! Have never met a more warm, loving, and welcoming group of people in my life. All the locals and guides have such big hearts and are so kind to share all of their knowledge with us. I have learned so much about myself and how to care and cultivate a rich life!
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  Trip date: July 2024
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  Lyndale

  · July 31st, 2024
  This trip was perfect in absolutely every aspect, it was more than I ever expected it to be! They planned out every second of our time and are so organized with each thing we had to do with and amazing timely manner. Each day was filled with new adventures and I enjoyed the layout of the itinerary because it had several exciting experiences for us, but it also provided us with some downtime to relax and reflect on the activities we do and teachings we learn. The guides were one of the best parts of being on this trip because they made each moment special and memorable while also feeding us so much information about their local culture! It was the best part of my life and I would do this time and time again!!!
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  GIVE Volunteers commented on this review

  We are so grateful to have shared this transformative journey with you! We hope to see you again soon :) good vibes!
  Trip date: July 2024
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  Kathryn

  · July 30th, 2024
  GIVE is an absolutely incredible organization and you would be silly to chose anyone else. When you travel with GIVE you are fully immersed in the culture, you live and feel like a local. With GIVE you get experiences like no other tourist will ever get, you get to do good by volunteering in your host communities while having fun too! I was transformed by my time in Southeast Asia with GIVE, I got to experience a culture completely different from the one I was raised in a safe and meaningful way. When traveling I became apart of the communities we were volunteering in and I felt like I was family to these communities that had only known me for a few days to weeks and it was so wonderful. GIVE has opened my minded to a whole new world of possibilities, they have shown me through a number of experiences how amazing it can feel going outside your comfort zone - it is there that life truly begins! I urge you if you are unsure or on the edge about traveling with GIVE just do it, take that leap of faith, it will be the best decision you ever make!
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  Trip date: July 2024