About This Activity

Bigboy Half-day Afternoon Program x GLCM (available at 24 - 25 November only)

Yi Peng is far more than a lantern festival — it is a celebration of hope, unity, gratitude, and new beginnings. Whether you come to make a wish, experience authentic Thai culture, or simply witness one of the world’s most spectacular celebrations, the sight of thousands of glowing lanterns rising into the night sky is a moment that stays with you forever. Light a lantern, make a wish, and become part of a tradition that has inspired generations.

Highlights

Cultlral Activities & Workshops

Cotton Weaving
Tung Making
Fan Painting
Krathong Making
Traditional Massage

Traditional Lanna Performances

Lion Dance
Sword Dance
Muay Thai
Salon Sor Serung Performance (Traditional Northen Thai rhythmic movement)
Traditional Hemp Rope Boxing with a commentator

Dinner Buffet (8 Stations)

Khao Soi Chicken
Pad Thai Egg
Chicken Fried Rice
Spring Rolls
The Sweet Egg Yolk Desserts (Thong Yip & Thong Yod)
Khanom Chan (Thai Layered Tapioca Cake)
Fresh Fruits
Butterfly Pea Juice & Passion Fruit Juice
Drinking Water

Full Description

Every year, the skies above Chiang Mai transform into a breathtaking sea of glowing lanterns. Rooted in the traditions of the ancient Lanna Kingdom, Yi Peng symbolizes letting go of misfortune, making wishes for the future, and welcoming new beginnings — attracting thousands of visitors from around the world to an unforgettable spectacle of light, culture, and community.

Activities

Preparation & Pre-show

Guests proceed to the lantern release area. Pre-show performances begin.

Official Lantern Release Ceremony

The absolute highlight of the festival: Mass lantern releasing ritual.

Departure Transfer

1. Prasert Land (Nimman Area)
2. Chiang Mai Night Bazaar Area

Light a lantern, make a wish, and become part of a tradition that has inspired generations.

Itinerary

11:00 - 11:30

Hotel pickup in Chiang Mai (air-conditioned transport)

12:00

Arrive at sanctuary

Elephant Education Briefing
Elephant Food Preparation
Ethical Feeding Experience
Elephant Vitamin Workshop
Habitat Care Activities
17:00 - 17:30

Leaving sanctuary and Arrived ad GLCM

 + Wear comfortable clothing and modest attire

 + Bring a camera with extra batteries for night photography

 + Follow the event staff’s safety instructions when releasing lanterns

 + Respect local traditions and ceremonies

21:00

Leaving GLCM and back to Praset land Nimman.

Price

  • Adult: Sale Price 4,900 THB
  • Child (0-3): Free

Inclusions

    • Round-trip transfer
      (pick up from your hotel but drop back at the meeting point Pasert Land Nimman area)
  • Bigboy Afternoon Program
  • 3 Lanterns per person
  • Dinner buffet included
  • Bamboo platform seating

Note

Seasonal Flexibility: Depending on weather or local festivals, the order of activities may be adjusted. Both experiences remain fully included.

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Terms & Conditions: Full payment is required at the time of booking to confirm your reservation for this special program.

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BiG BoY x Yi Peng Festival (GLCM) ** Available for booking at only 24-25 Nov **.