Half-Day Elephant Care Experience in Kathu, Phuket

3 hours Free CancellationMeet on location or pickupInstant confirmationGuided Operated by Happy Tours Phuket

Why we love it?

This half-day tour in Kathu, Phuket, offers a close encounter with elephants at the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Phuket, where you can feed, touch, and photograph these gentle animals while learning about their behavior and history from an English-speaking guide. You’ll follow the elephants through their natural jungle habitat, assist with a mud spa treatment, and join them for a refreshing bath in a nearby pool. The experience concludes with a traditional Thai meal, providing a moment to relax and reflect on your time with the elephants. Hotel pick-up and drop-off within Phuket are included, making this a convenient option for visitors interested in sustainable wildlife interactions.

Inclusions

  • PICK-UP/DROP OFF from/to Hotel (ONLY Phuket zone EXCEPT Phuket International Airport, Rassada Pier, and Royal Phuket Marina)Approx. 06:45-07:30(morning) and 11:45-12:30(afternoon) | From your hotel or accommodation in PhuketPlease Note: Collection times may vary slightly depending on pick-up location.Please Note: An additional charge will apply for services with different pick-up and drop-off locations. For pricing details, please inquire when making your reservation.
  • Fluent English-speaking Tour Guide
  • One Traditional Thai Meal
  • Drinking Water
  • Elephant Food
  • Insurance

Itinerary

Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Phuket

Pick up from the accommodation

Arrive at Elephant Jungle Sanctuary

Brief general information about elephants, their behaviors, and safety guidelines

Meet and Feed the elephants

Engage in a physical examination for the elephants

Assist with the preparation of natural dietary supplements

Participate in demonstration of our unique ‘Elephant Poop Paper’ recycled paper activity

Mud spa with the elephants

Bathing with the elephants

Take a regular shower and change clothes using the provided facilities

Engage in Pad-Thai demonstration activity

Enjoy your lunch of traditional Thai food and seasonal fruits

Saying goodbye to the friendly elephants

Leave the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary and drop off at the hotel

Please Note

  • We have 3 locations in Phuket: Kathu, Thalang, and Bangtao. We will choose the location based on the programs, number of visitors, and the location of your accommodation. If you desired to choose the location, please kindly tell us in advance.Interactive Experience: Be prepared for a hands-on experience, as this program includes elephant bathing and mud spa activities. These engaging activities help foster a memorable connection with the elephants.
  • Health & Safety: All interactions are conducted under the guidance of our experienced handlers to ensure safety for both the elephants and participants.
  • Children must be accompanied by parents/guardians
  • Our program will continue even in heavy rain. There will be no cancellations due to rain.

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 1 day before start

Non-refundable after 1 day before start