Somboon
Elephants
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6m 20s
Discover the inspiring story of Somboon Legacy Foundation, a hands-off elephant sanctuary in Thailand that’s redefining ethical elephant tourism.
This sanctuary is home to elderly elephants like Malee and Kammoon, who have endured years of hardship in the logging and begging industries. Now, at Somboon, they live an stress-free life, free from exploitation and visitor interference.
Directed by Pablo Aira
https://somboon.org
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