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The Inaugural Elephant Boat Race & River Festival
Celebrate Thailand’s national emblem – the Asian elephant – the mighty Chao Phraya, and the heroic Thai Navy Seals all in one weekend. Anantara Hotels and Resorts proudly hosts the first ever Elephant Boat Race & River Festival this 29 – 31 March 2019, and we invite you to take a front seat to a weekend of merriment in support of a good cause.
Package includes:
- Accommodation for two
- Daily breakfast
- Two tickets to the Elephant Boat Race & River Festival, with access to the races, food festival and mini-concert
Rates start from THB 6,130
For VIP access, including the VIP tent with premium views of the races and free-flow beverages (soft drinks, wine, beer, spirits, coffee and tea), rates start from THB 10,830. Click here to book.




AVANI+ River
The first ever Chao Phraya charity event in support of Asian elephants is only a stroll away at Avani+ Riverside Bangkok. Stay with us 26 – 31 March 2019 and enjoy complimentary daily access to dragon boat races, family games, food from Bangkok’s hottest chefs, concerts, fireworks and more. All proceeds go to supporting these gentle giants in honor of Thai National Elephant Day.
Package includes:
- Accommodation for two
- Daily breakfast
- Two tickets to The Elephant Boat Race & River Festival, with access to the races, food festival and mini-concert
Rates start from THB 5,530
For VIP access, including the VIP tent with premium views of the races and free-flow beverages (soft drinks, wine, beer, spirits, coffee and tea), rates start from THB 10,830
Anantara By the river
Celebrate Thailand’s national emblem – the Asian elephant – the mighty Chao Phraya, and the heroic Thai Navy Seals all in one weekend. Anantara Hotels and Resorts proudly hosts the first ever Elephant Boat Race & River Festival this 29 – 31 March 2019, and we invite you to take a front seat to a weekend of merriment in support of a good cause.
Package includes:
- Accommodation for two
- Daily breakfast
- Two tickets to the Elephant Boat Race & River Festival, with access to the races, food festival and mini-concert
Rates start from THB 6,130
For VIP access, including the VIP tent with premium views of the races and free-flow beverages (soft drinks, wine, beer, spirits, coffee and tea), rates start from THB 10,830
Location
The Elephant Boat Race & River Festival event will be taken place at the riverside next to Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort, located on the west bank of the Chao Phraya river. The festival is accessible by public transportations via BTS sky train (Silom Line) at Saphan Taksin Station and then catch our complimentary shuttle boat service to Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort for a complimentary Tuk Tuk ride to the event.
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Complimentary parking direct at the event.
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Complimentary parking at the Riverside Plaza mall, Tuk Tuk shuttle service available from/to the event.
Culture & Entertainment
Balinese style decore setting with a nice view of the Suhkumvit skyline. This area offers private cabanas, individual tables and bench seating. The perfect place to lay back, take in the lucious green garden surroundings and enjoy a hearty meal with friends and family.
Our favourite VIP teams will make a splash. One team will bravely challenge the legendary Thai Navy Seals in an unmissable head to head! Details of the full timetable to follow.
After sundown, party the night away with mini concerts and live music, whilst DJs spin the decks til late. Check out for line up announcements here.

For VIP access, including the VIP tent with premium views of the races and free-flow beverages (soft drinks, wine, beer, spirits, coffee and tea), rates start from THB 10,830

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