A Morning with the Elephants at Phuket Elephant Sanctuary

Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

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

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.

3 hours•Admission Included

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

4.94

1,434 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

1368

Great experience, glad...
jason j,
Jul 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Great experience, glad we chose to go here. We were able to feed the elephants and walk pretty close to them
Great experience w/ the...
Mark F,
Jul 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Great experience w/ the elephants. Highly recommend this place for everyone to enjoy and see how elephants should live.
Gentle Giants
Shay P,
Jul 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00
This was an amazing and educational experience. The elephants were so sweet and kind. We were able to see how different they all are and how well they are taken care of by their keepers.
Awesome Morning
Therese R,
Jun 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Such a beautiful morning watching these majestic animals in their natural environment. So informative about each elephant and their history before arriving at the santary.
Very unique experience!...
Esteban C,
Jun 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Very unique experience! Very intelligent creatures and definitely something you won’t get to do every day!