An unmistakeable trumpeting pierced the air. The ground shook and goosebumps on my forearms rose. It was feeding time. Soon, a few dozens elephants were crunching, chomping and devouring many varieties of fruit. I reached into a pail and held out a banana for the large beast in front of me. The skillfully coiled trunk snatched the fruit from my hand leaving a sopping wet sticky saliva. It became immediately evident that I would either have to towel off or use my elbow to press the shutter button on my camera.



Once feeding was complete it was our turn to enjoy the buffet. By that I don't mean the mixture of fruit from the bucket but an appetizing assortment of gently spiced, flavourful Thai food.