Howdah

[Sarah]

A seat or pavilion, generally covered, fastened on the back ofan elephant, for the rider or riders. [Written also houdah.]

[Becky]

A seat put on the back of an [elephant] or [camal] for riding which may include a [sunshade].

[Merna]

(in South Asia) a seat for riding on the back of an elephant or camel, typically with a canopy and accommodating two or more people.