Mahouts outside cafe in downtown Surin, Thailand.

Mahouts wait for riders in downtown Surin as travelers drink beer. This photo was taken as part of a story 'What you should know before visiting elephants in Thailand' created in 2015.

Mahouts wait for riders in downtown Surin as travelers drink beer. This photo was taken as part of a story ‘What you should know before visiting elephants in Thailand’ created in 2015.