About me:Aloha my name is ae and i'm from surin thailand. I have been with the bamboo team for 6 months. I love teaching and working with the elephants.
LanguagesThai,english
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K
Volunteer with Elephants
I traveled alone & was a little nervous but as soon as I met the bamboo guide (Scooby doo) my nerves settled. This is by far the best experience of my life. the tour guides, homestay families & the be…I traveled alone & was a little nervous but as soon as I met the bamboo guide (Scooby doo) my nerves settled. This is by far the best experience of my life. the tour guides, homestay families & the beautiful elephants were so wonderful & I would highly recommend this project
C
Discover Costa Rica
I'd like to read the rest of Julie Hudson's review...I'd want to know why she was unhappy.
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Koh Samui Volunteer Projects
I had the best time with these guys doing projects in Thailand and Cambodia. I made some really good friends and had an awesome time with the staff and volunteers on these projects.
Although when I s…I had the best time with these guys doing projects in Thailand and Cambodia. I made some really good friends and had an awesome time with the staff and volunteers on these projects.
Although when I started I thought that us and the people we were helping would get more for the amount I payed. In some projects we would have extra costs such as airconditioning and the food we received was provided by the people we were helping such as the locals and the schools which made me wonder how much these people were getting from this.
Overall I had an amazing time but I thought that for 500USD a week I may have been able to either travel for longer or make a bigger difference elsewhere.
L
2 Countries - Thailand & Cambodia
I've just come back from experiencing one of the best experiences of my life.
Ae was such a fun tour guide to be with.
Between Ae and Mai, they have given me so many fun memories to last my lifetime…I've just come back from experiencing one of the best experiences of my life.
Ae was such a fun tour guide to be with.
Between Ae and Mai, they have given me so many fun memories to last my lifetime
I will go back again and again, this I am positive off!
Thankyou bamboo
S
2 Countries - Thailand & Cambodia
Y@H 2 Countries (Thailand & Cambodia)July 2017
Our guide was Pahn, for this amazing and fulfilling 2 weeks. Throughout the whole trip Pahn's energy, humour and personality shone. The accommodation a…Y@H 2 Countries (Thailand & Cambodia)July 2017
Our guide was Pahn, for this amazing and fulfilling 2 weeks. Throughout the whole trip Pahn's energy, humour and personality shone. The accommodation at the elephant village was far better than expected, the food was superb, each day held something new to experience, Pahn and Ae kept us fully informed of what was needed and joined in with everything we did. The hotel accommodation was good at all of the trip's locations, especially Karma Hotel in Siem Reap, where nothing was to much trouble. If ever I decide to repeat this type of trip I would want Pahn to be our trip leader, her drive, passion and enthusiasm for the project were second to non, totally recommend both the tour and Pahn to anyone.
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2 Countries - Thailand & Cambodia
We had a tour leader, Pahn (in Thailand and Cambodia) and her assistant Ae (in Thailand only). Both were excellent. They were professional, efficient but also warm, sociable and filled with personalit…We had a tour leader, Pahn (in Thailand and Cambodia) and her assistant Ae (in Thailand only). Both were excellent. They were professional, efficient but also warm, sociable and filled with personality and humour. Pahns leadership and the border crossing and careful review and advice of procedures and passport stamping also demonstrated her attention to detail. Every transfer by tuk tuk or bus or other transport was efficient and on time. Well organised tour.
M
Volunteer with Elephants
My time with Bamboo was everything I expected AND more!! We started off in Bangkok which was a fun way to get to know the people and guides of my group. Surin was a whole different story though, I fel…My time with Bamboo was everything I expected AND more!! We started off in Bangkok which was a fun way to get to know the people and guides of my group. Surin was a whole different story though, I fell in love with the city big time. After a couple of days in Bangkok, we made our way to Surin which was about 7-8 hours away on a train/bus. The work we did in the village was strenuous on some considering the fact that we worked in humidity as well, but it wasn't impossible to get through. Plus, it was definitely worth our time we got with the elephants. It was unreal being so up-close and personal with them. The happiness and joy you see in them as soon as they get in the water is amazing and something I will never forget. We had a lot of free time which was cool too. We had meals prepared for us everyday (which was delicious by the way). The homestay was great and the family we stayed with was so kind and welcoming - everyone in Surin was actually!! The language barrier sucked because as much as I wanted to communicate with all the locals, all we could really say is hi, goodbye, and thank you. I guess study up on your thai before you go, that's something I wish I did! The memories will last forever. I cannot wait to go back. Thank you Heidi, Ae, Doo, TT, Gun, and Noom for an unforgettable experience!!!
J
2 Countries - Thailand & Cambodia
I can not speak more highly of this tour ot was just fantastic I feelt safe always i loved my tour guides and would request them if i went again they were just so fantastic
L
2 Countries - Thailand & Cambodia
I had the most amazing time on my 2countries trip. From the elephants in Surin to the children in Siem Reap, there was never a dull moment. I love the guides Ae, Navorn and Doo, they helped us to make…I had the most amazing time on my 2countries trip. From the elephants in Surin to the children in Siem Reap, there was never a dull moment. I love the guides Ae, Navorn and Doo, they helped us to make our time in other countries comfortable and fun.
I couldn't of asked for a better group and I had the best time for my first trip out of the country. It was a definite cultural shock leaving California. Although I could go without seeing an a whole in the ground it's nice to know I can tough it out. Thanks for a great trip Bamboo!
L
2 Countries - Thailand & Cambodia
I had the most amazing time on the 2c trip, i loved Ae my guide through this amazing journey and I will always love her. I missed her when we went to Cambodia. I think the trip would of been more comp…I had the most amazing time on the 2c trip, i loved Ae my guide through this amazing journey and I will always love her. I missed her when we went to Cambodia. I think the trip would of been more complete had she made the journey with us to Siem Reap.
Ae spoke impeccable English and learned more while we were there. She was easy to understand for us who only know the one language and was a lot of fun to hang out with. I am so happy to have had this experience shared with her.
I loved the accomodations, though the beds in the elephant village could of been more comfortable. The accomodations in Siem Reap made it all worthwhile. THANK YOU AE #ohhmybudha I love you
B
Volunteer with Elephants
I had a great time on my trip! The guides were fun and helpful which is important to any volunteer experience. I also really enjoyed a lot of the activities. The Bangkok tour was also cool because I f…I had a great time on my trip! The guides were fun and helpful which is important to any volunteer experience. I also really enjoyed a lot of the activities. The Bangkok tour was also cool because I found that city overwhelming and being shown around was awesome, especially with someone who was so informed. At the actual village, I found the work difficult but still enjoyed myself. One complaint I do have is maybe making the activities of the day longer, I felt like I sat around a bit to much to truly be helping the community. Also, on your website it said during the elephant village program you would also be helping with other projects that don't have to do with elephants and I was looking forward to that but unfortunately didn't get to do any of that. My last complaint is minor and an easy fix, I often felt like I didn't know what was going on and the guides seemed a little unorganized. But other than that it was the experience of a lifetime and I'm so glad I did it!!
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Volunteer with Elephants
I had such an amazing time working for Bamboo! The highlight of my time spent in Surin was not only interacting with the elephants, but the staff and people I met! Ae especially was such a joy to work…I had such an amazing time working for Bamboo! The highlight of my time spent in Surin was not only interacting with the elephants, but the staff and people I met! Ae especially was such a joy to work with and made every day in the village special. She's an amazing person and now friend who inspired me to help others. The program was such an incredible experience and I would definitely recommend to others !
K
Volunteer with Elephants
My experience with bamboo most-definitely reached much farther than my original expectations. Yes, I knew that I was going to have the trip of a lifetime, but I did not know that I would meet the most…My experience with bamboo most-definitely reached much farther than my original expectations. Yes, I knew that I was going to have the trip of a lifetime, but I did not know that I would meet the most genuine and wonderful people that I have met in my lifetime. The friends that I made while residing in the elephant village in Surin, left an imprint on my heart that will impact the rest of my life, never have I known such love from people outside of my family. I think of Ae, Pahn, Heidi, May, Gun, Cha Cha, and everyone else I met every day, which keeps them close to my heart. I hope that everyone gets a chance to have an experience on par with the stupendous time that I had in Thailand. I plan on living there part time, if that gives you a clue to how much my boyfriend and I adored it. I am currently going to university for nursing, and hope to apply to bamboo in the future.
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Volunteer with Elephants
My volunteering experience in the Elephant Village was the best 4 weeks of my life, and Ae was a HUGE part of making it so amazing. From the moment we met she made me feel at ease, welcome and excited…My volunteering experience in the Elephant Village was the best 4 weeks of my life, and Ae was a HUGE part of making it so amazing. From the moment we met she made me feel at ease, welcome and excited about being in thailand. She is funny, cheeky and extremely kind and I could not recommend her enough as a tour guide. With her personality she is bound to become your friend! Her english, while not perfect, is improving everyday and she really makes an effort to have a conversation with you regardless of the language barrier. I not only had a great tour guide, but I made a friend for life, and I hope that many more people in the future get to meet Ae when they volunteer!
S
Volunteer with Elephants
Bamboo and its employees are incredible! I went with my mother a year go on this trip and it was, to be honest, rather intimidating being in such a foreign world. The bamboo employees made us feel rig…Bamboo and its employees are incredible! I went with my mother a year go on this trip and it was, to be honest, rather intimidating being in such a foreign world. The bamboo employees made us feel right at home when we got there, and were more then accommodating when we needed assistance. Highly recommend touring with them.
C
Volunteer with Elephants
Ae was a wonderful tour guide! She was extremely helpful, and answered all of my questions with so much patience. She's such a sweet and nice person, and I found myself having lots of fun with her and…Ae was a wonderful tour guide! She was extremely helpful, and answered all of my questions with so much patience. She's such a sweet and nice person, and I found myself having lots of fun with her and the rest of the Bamboo family that helped out with the elephant project. I could not have asked for a better tour guide and team, my trip was fantastic and informative. Would definitely recommend to anyone!
M
Volunteer with Elephants
AE was the best possible guide I could have had! She was so nice, funny, down to earth and knowledgable. Right off the bat I felt as though she was a great friend of mine and I honestly cannot wait to…AE was the best possible guide I could have had! She was so nice, funny, down to earth and knowledgable. Right off the bat I felt as though she was a great friend of mine and I honestly cannot wait to see her again! They do a fantastic job in Surin (the bamboo project) and I feel as though the team should really be acknowledged for all they do! They are wonderful people that work so hard at making every experience perfect!
R
Volunteer with Elephants
Volunteering in Thailand was made a lot more enjoyable because AE was part of the staff. Even though she's still improving her English, she completely makes up for that with her ability to connect wit…Volunteering in Thailand was made a lot more enjoyable because AE was part of the staff. Even though she's still improving her English, she completely makes up for that with her ability to connect with the volunteers. She is friendly and funny in a way that really makes the volunteers feel as though they are at home when they are there. Most of the people who are volunteering with her are coming from around world so having someone on the team who can make everyone comfortable with being in a place that's completely foreign to them is important.
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Volunteer with Elephants
Ae made my trip to Thailand one of my favorite memories! She was amazing, full of good energy, laughter and fun. She was very helpful when I needed help or when I didn't understand few things!
M
Volunteer with Elephants
Ae was super friendly. Even tho she didn't talk much and her English was kinda poor, she always try her best too help you understand and translate for you when you need help the most. She give her be…Ae was super friendly. Even tho she didn't talk much and her English was kinda poor, she always try her best too help you understand and translate for you when you need help the most. She give her best. She was never rude and was open minded about stuff us volunteers ask her. She was welling too teach and help us with are Thai also came in handy for us. Ae was helpful and kind and I hope I see her when I come back one day.
C
Volunteer with Elephants
Ae has to be one of the sweetest, friendliest, and greatest people i have met. She is patient and kind. And all of that is shown in her work. She takes the time to explain not only how to do things, b…Ae has to be one of the sweetest, friendliest, and greatest people i have met. She is patient and kind. And all of that is shown in her work. She takes the time to explain not only how to do things, but also the importance and value of the work in general. She takes the time to get to truly know each volunteer and makes the space feel welcoming and accepting. Her work as a guide is incredible. I can't stop bragging about her.
K
Volunteer with Elephants
My trip in Thailand was amazing! AE really new her stuff and I loved having conversations with her about her country and culture. Totally recommend her for anything. Can't wait go to back!
C
Volunteer with Elephants
this woman has a way with her cheeky charm and her playful attitude towards people. her humour and her laugh is truley infectious. she has a way of making all the volunteers feel comfortable with he…this woman has a way with her cheeky charm and her playful attitude towards people. her humour and her laugh is truley infectious. she has a way of making all the volunteers feel comfortable with her friendly and warm approach. i got to know Ae in this form during the first 2 weeks of my thai village journey. but it wasnt until my final 2 weeks where i saw a whole new side unfold before my eyes. Ae took me to teach english at the local school. this is where i saw her truley flourish and thrive. she had a way with the kids that i have never seen before in a person. it was as if they felt so comfortable around her yet they had a level of respect that most teachers would strive hard to achieve. her natural ability showed great feats of talent and potential. seeing her on the stage was extremely impressive and it was that point where my respect grew even further for this amazing person.
Ae is a great asset to the bamboo project. if there is anyone who i see who would be in bamboo for the long haul, it i would definetly pick Ae to be the one. i trust that bamboo keep her by their side, as this girl can easily get snatched up quick.