A Morning with the Elephants at Phuket Elephant Sanctuary
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
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Phuket Elephant Sanctuary is the first and only ethical elephant sanctuary in Phuket where elephants roam around, bathe and sozialize freely across 30 acres of lush, tropical land bordering the Khao Phra Thaeo National Park in North East Phuket. We buy all rescued elephants to ensure that Phuket Elephant Sanctuary is their final home, and we offer professional veterinary care for old and injured elephants. By visiting us, you are supporting a sustainable, ethical and compassionate approach to elephant tourism where elephants have the freedom to live naturally. National Geographic, Lonely Planet and The Guardian have all endorsed our ethical approach.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Roundtrip Transfers - if options is selected
We provide bottled water but appreciate if you bring a refill bottle.
Guided Walk through 30 Acre Sanctuary and across the Canopy Walkway
A delicious Thai vegetarian lunch buffet with over 15 choices.
Educational Video Documentary
Socks, Boots, Umbrellas, Rain Coats, Mosquito Spray
Welcome Snacks and Beverages
Roundtrip Transfers - If option is not selected
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
A morning with the elephants is an eye-opening and inspiring experience. Following a scenic drive along a local village you will arrive at Phuket Elephant Sanctuary, a picturesque jungle dotted with ponds, wide open fields and hillsides for the elephants to roam around. Your visit starts at our Tree Top Lounge, where we will show you a presentation and educational video to prepare you for your encounter with the elephants, and to help you understand why they need to be protected. We then follow them down into the jungle. By keeping a safe distance and watching them from our Observation Salas, the elephants have the freedom to express their natural behavior, from bathing and playing in our pond to socializing with each other. The program ends with a delicious Thai vegetarian meal.
Options
Program + Shared Transfers
Pickup included
Program Only (No Transfer)
Transfer NOT included: Please meet in Paklok office at Phuket Elephant Sanctuary. Select Transfers option for transportation for pick-up/drop-off
Reviews
1,494 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Interesting to see the...
9kcfhjg6d4,
Sep 13, 2025
- Viator
4.00Interesting to see the elephants and how they are cared for. Really lovely environment too and we barely had to worry about flies
10/10 experience!!! KT...
Alexis M,
Sep 13, 2025
- Viator
5.0010/10 experience!!! KT was an amazing tour guide and his knowledge and fun personality made the experience more unforgettable. Truly never knew the extent of how terrible elephants are treated but knowing we visited an ethical sanctuary makes me that much happier we did this. Must do this when visiting Phuket!
Real Ethical Elephant Sanctuary
Niklas S,
Sep 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00I can highly recommend the Phuket Elephant Sanctuary to anyone who wants to observe elephants in their natural environment without compromising on ethics. The team there is incredibly friendly and always ready to answer any questions. It’s immediately clear that they have deep knowledge of ethical animal care and provide the elephants with a true and safe home. The vegetarian lunch that’s included was also excellent, with plenty of options to suit every taste. I would strongly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Phuket or Thailand – whether you’re traveling as a family, a couple, or even solo.
Phuket Elephant Sanctuary
Stephen M,
Aug 29, 2025
- Viator
5.00A must for anyone visiting Phuket. Half day program-feeding elephants, canopy walk, lunch, snacks, great knowledgeable guides. Ethical and loving treatment of the elephants.
This was by far the best...
Luiz G,
Aug 29, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was by far the best animal activity that I have ever had. It was incredibly informative and personally life changing. Please come and visit. You’ll be able to see and feed the elephants. Learn about this important the sanctuary work is. The lunch was also great! Thanks Ice for being our tour guide!
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