PACKAGES OVERVIEW
Photos For A Lifetime
Many people who see my Chiang Mai elephant portraits wonder if they can also experience this. The answer is yes, no problem. Some are concerned about safety and care for the elephants. Please don’t worry if you have no experience with elephants. I will take the time to introduce you to the them and to explain the “dos” and “don’ts” of working with these amazing creatures. But, here is my best tip, right now; just fill your heart with love for them and relax. Elephants have a powerful sixth sense and will feel your emotion!
I absolutely love the elephants that I work with and know them personally. Their care and happiness is critically important to me. Whatever is going on, the elephants come first. I recommend you to live this truly amazing experience even if you are not booking a photo session.
I am a people person, so, don’t worry, I won’t bite! I will be very gentle with you and help you get the amazing photos that you are dreaming of. Direction is the key! I promise you that every one of my Chiang Mai elephant shoots will produce fabulous photos that you will cherish forever.
WE DONATE TO DAUGHTERS RISING
I am not only a lover of elephants but also, I love to support the indigenous children and women. We stand fierce with our beautiful friends from Daughters Rising. They empower at-risk girls to end trafficking in their communities & break the cycle of inter-generational poverty. Chai Lai Orchid exists to provide training and employment for these girls and funding for Daughters Rising. Thanks to everyone booking photoshoots with me, I am able to donate THB15,000 each month!
WE DONATE TO
DAUGHTERS RISING
I am not only a lover of elephants but also, I love to support the indigenous children and women. We stand fierce with our beautiful friends from Daughters Rising. They empower at-risk girls to end trafficking in their communities & break the cycle of inter-generational poverty. Chai Lai Orchid exists to provide training and employment for these girls and funding for Daughters Rising. Thanks to everyone booking photoshoots with me, I am able to donate THB15,000 each month!
To Enjoy These Photoshoots You Do Not Need To Book Anything Else. Everything is Included.
Please note that all of these packages start at Chai Lai Orchid. Private air conditioned, round-trip transport from Chiang Mai city can be added for THB 1,500 per couple + 500 per person with the car capacity of 4 people.
ELEPHANT PHOTO LODGE
Room with breakfast and Morning Call Photography With James ( 30 minutes aprox)
THB9,950 fully inclusive of all costs. All Room Bookings through Chai Lai Orchid
Optional – Exclusive Photo Packages by James:
- Add a photoshoot adventure at the river with a large elephant(30 minutes) + THB 6,000
- Add a photoshoot adventure at Mae Sapok Waterfall (+1hour) + THB 6,000
- Add a photoshoot adventure to the Secret Temple (+3 hours) + THB12,000
- Add both waterfall and temple shoots for just THB15,000
ELEPHANT FULL DAY PHOTOGRAPHY AND ADVENTURE TREK
THB 25,500 fully inclusive of all costs
Includes unlimited short videos (Reels format) + unlimited stunning photos with my signature style.
- Lunchtime is a real treat as, whilst we have been taking photos with the elephant, one of the local Karen guides
has been busy preparing our lunch at the riverside, cooking lunch in bamboo and grilling meat on an open fire (vegetarian options available). - Meet the very adorable baby elephant for photos and Reels.
- Photos and Reels with other elephant in the best locations.
- Visit Mae Sapok waterfall for portraits and Reels (this time without an elephant).
- Secret temple. Be amazed by the remote, hand carved wooden temple, Wat Kun Win.
Not on the usual tourist trail and where you will feel that you have stepped back in time.
ELEPHANT HALF DAY PHOTOGRAPHY
THB 16,500 fully inclusive of all costs
Includes 4 short videos (Reels format) + unlimited stunning photos with my signature style.
- Photos and Reels in the best locations.
- Photos and Reels with the cutest baby elephant.
- Visit Mae Sapok waterfall for portraits and Reels (this time without an elephant).
ELEPHANT MORNING CALL 30 MIN
THB 5,000 fully inclusive of all costs
Includes 1 short video (Reels format) + unlimited stunning photos with my signature style.
Up to 30 minutes at and around your room, when the elephant comes for breakfast.
You will not only have the morning call photos but also additional photos in the immediate vicinity of your room.
FOR STAYING GUESTS ONLY
FAQs
To book any shoot contact me by email [email protected]
Please use English for your communication with the bookings.
My packages are fully inclusive of my costs and the elephant hire for the duration of the shoot. You do not need to pay for anything else unless you decide to buy food or drink. No hidden costs.
I can accept Thai Cash on the day or, pre-payment by bank transfer.
No need to pay a deposit. Payment is in Thai Cash on the day we meet.
All prices cover a single, a couple, a family unit of parents and kids, or 2 friends.
For larger groups please contact me direct for a quote.
No but, you can add private air conditioned transport from and back to the city for THB1,500 . This is paid direct to the driver. The car can take up to 4 people.
If you require transport for more than 4, a minivan can be arranged for THB2,500 and this is for up to 12 people.
Yes! The truth is, I was never going to photograph elephants because I was worried about their treatment but, because Chai Lai are so amazing, I agreed to shoot the first job way back in 2015. Now, more than 1M photos later, I can tell you, I don’t believe there is any better!
Yes! The elephant handler is incredibly skilled and without him, we would not be able to get the photos you want. I always tip the handler at the end of the shoot but, it means a lot when the guest also tips him.
Yes, but I wouldn’t recommend more than 2 changes as it will steal the time of your shoot.
Perhaps you have a specific idea you would like to experiment with, I love shooting new ideas. Once we have talked about your needs, I will send you a quotation.
Yes, see below
- 1 videographer half-day 10,000 4-5 hours
- 1 videographer full day 17,000 8-10 hours
- 2 videographers half-day 14,000
- 2 videographers full day 22,000
TO BOOK ANY SHOOT CONTACT ME BY EMAIL [email protected]
Please use English for your communication with the bookings.
Be aware that unless you specifically inform me otherwise I may use some of the photos to demonstrate my work on this website and on the web.
TO BOOK ANY SHOOT CONTACT ME BY EMAIL [email protected]
Please use English for your communication with the bookings.
Be aware that unless you specifically inform me otherwise I may use some of the photos to demonstrate my work on this website and on the web.
