Mae Rim (Thai: แม่ริม) is a district (Amphoe) in the central part of Chiang Mai Province in northern Thailand. Neighboring districts are (from the north clockwise) Mae Taeng, San Sai, Mueang Chiang Mai, Hang Dong and Samoeng of Chiang Mai Province.

 

In Mae Rim district there is a great place to come and watch the majestic elephants in one of Thailand's best elephant camps along the Mae Sa Valley. With shows every day , watch these mammoth creatures play football, among other tricks. There are also opportunities to ride an elephant through the local countryside, feed them with bananas and sugarcane, and take plenty of photographs. Also within the camp you will find an elephant nursery and a rafting center.