Gentle Giants

A Mahout is the most important person in the life of an elephant, that is living in any form of captivity in Asia. They are the ones who tend to all the needs of the elephants and are who know them the best. From being able to tell when the elephant is not comfortable, is tired, or hungry; to when they are not feeling well. All of this makes the mahout's job extremely important. Sadly, for a very long time, their hard work has gone unrecognized. The mahouts are made to work long hours with very little pay. They are also forced to leave their homes and families behind. This is why, at Gentle Giants, we are committed to pay the mahouts who work in our program(S) fair wages. We want them to be able to, not only support their families, but not have to leave them and their village homes behind.

By purchasing fresh fruit and vegetable from local farmers, we are not only providing the elephants with healthy supplemented food/nutrients, but supporting the community.

An additional way to help support those gentle giants already under our care, while allowing us to bring more needy ones into our Project. This also gives small businesses and corporation, from around the world, a opportunity to not only give back, receive a tax deduction, but advertise on our website.

Many of the villages were not prepared for their elephants to return home. They have no shelters built for them. Many shelters were destroyed during the wet season and fires. All elephants, particularly the mothers and young babies need a place to protect them during the night and from the elements throughout the day.

Strong enclosures for the young bull elephants need to be constructed to ensure that they can continue to live chain free and not be subjected to phajaan (or the 'crush).

Any organization or individual whom wants to join our cause, walk with us, and help save Thailand's captive elephants is welcome. Under the ally program, a organization, corporation, group or individual donates $10K+ and offers continual support. They are featured on our websites Home page. Allies are just one step under our Partner.

Surprise your loved ones by sharing your special occasion with the elephants! Whether celebrating a Birthday, an Anniversary, Graduation, Baby Shower or any special occasion, the Gentle Giants elephant would love to be part of your Party.

Beautiful, unique, personalized cakes made specifically for each elephant. These gorgeous masterpieces are a mixture of leafy bamboo, fruit and nutritious fortified rice meal. Your personalized message is written with tamarin. They are made by the beautiful staff at Elephant Nature Park.

These cakes not only provide additional nutritional supplements to the elephants, but support local farmers and help keep the staff at Elephant Nature Park employed.

You get to personally choose the herd, or elephant/s, whom you want to celebrate with you! PLUS you will receive a personalized video message of the elephants enjoying their cake along with numerous photos (via email) you can share with whomever you choose.

Inadequate nutrition can have detrimental effects on any elephants mental and physical well-being. It can lead to stunted growth, compromising their strength, bone density, and muscle development, making them more prone to injuries. Additionally, insufficient nutrition can impair cognitive development, affecting their learning abilities, problem-solving skills, and natural behaviors. Behavioral issues, such as aggression, restlessness, and abnormal social interactions, may arise as a result of malnutrition. Weakened immune systems and increased vulnerability to diseases and infections are also common consequences.

Our rice-ball program not only offers supplemental nutrition to the elephants under our care; all ingredients of these healthy treats are locally sourced & made by the community. helping the local farmers & rice growers, as well as, providing work to the village men and woman; who otherwise wouldn't have enough to make ends meet.