Name: Northern Thailand Retreat with The Elephants
Start: 2026-01-10T12:00:00-08:00
End: 2026-01-22T16:00:00-08:00
Location: Chiang Mai

**Northern Thailand Yoga & Elephant Retreat (Jan 10-22, 2026)**

Join Sweethome Teacup for a **12-day journey of yoga, compassion, and cultural immersion** in the lush hills of Northern Thailand. This unique retreat blends daily yoga and qi gong practice with meaningful time in a local village alongside rescued elephants and the people who care for them.

**What to Expect:**

* **Yoga & Qi Gong**: Gentle daily practices to ground your body and open your heart.
* **Cultural Immersion**: Learn Thai cooking, experience herbal saunas, and explore sacred temples.
* **Nature Connection**: Walk in the forest, share in community meals, and live simply in a rural village.
* **Elephant Encounters**: Spend respectful time with elephants in their natural jungle home.

**Itinerary Highlights**

* Begin in **Chiang Mai**, exploring the Old City, temples, and markets.
* Travel north into the hills for **community-based experiences** with local families.
* Trek into the jungle to stay in a small village, where elephants are free to roam.
* Enjoy space for reflection, group connection, and deep rest.

**Cost & Logistics**

* **$2,300 USD per person** (includes lodging, meals, local transportation, and all retreat activities once we meet in Chiang Mai).
* *Not included*: international airfare, visas, travel insurance, or hotel nights in Chiang Mai before/after the retreat.
* **Deposit**: $650 to hold your spot. Balance due by **December 14, 2025**.
* **Cancellation policy**: Deposits are non-refundable, but balances may be refunded (with conditions).

**Why Join?**
This is more than a yoga retreat — it’s an opportunity to connect deeply with yourself, community, and the natural world. You’ll return home with a renewed sense of compassion, groundedness, and joy.

**Next Steps**:

* RSVP here to express your interest.
* Visit [yogaanimalrights.org/retreats/northern-thailand-retreat](https://yogaanimalrights.org/retreats/northern-thailand-retreat?utm_source=chatgpt.com) for full details and to officially register.

Jessica Brocanelli

Northern Thailand Retreat with The Elephants

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