Fodor's Expert Review Airavata Elephant Foundation

Located a few kilometers south of Ratanakiri's capital Banlung, Airavata is a “new generation” elephant camp following responsible and ethical alternatives to mass tourism. In an effort to help save some of Cambodia's dwindling population of 300-odd elephants, they work under patronage of Cambodia's King Norodom Sihamoni. Travelers meet the animals in optimal natural conditions, guided by highly selected indigenous mahouts who treat elephants in the best possible way, as they enjoy their work.