Phuket: Ethical Elephant Sanctuary Tour, Walk, and Lunch

6 hours • Cancellable until 1 day beforePickup availableInstant confirmationGuided • Operated by MY Holiday Centre

Why we love it?

This tour offers a unique and immersive experience for animal lovers and those seeking to connect with nature in a responsible way. Set in a sanctuary in Phuket, you will have the opportunity to interact with free-roaming elephants, learning about their individual stories while feeding and photographing them. The experience includes a fun mud spa session where you can help apply a natural treatment to the elephants, followed by a refreshing bath with them in a nearby river. With the guidance of an English-speaking tour leader, you’ll gain insights into the elephants' behaviors and lifestyles, making this a fulfilling half-day adventure. Perfect for families and anyone looking to enjoy a meaningful encounter with these gentle giants, the tour concludes with a relaxing visit to Naithon Beach, where you can unwind in the beautiful surroundings.
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Inclusions

  • Hotel transfers from Phuket Town, Kathu, Kata, Karon, Patong, Kamala, Surin, Bangtao, NaiYang and Naithon for the ticket only option • Private transfers available for hotel which is not in selected hotel  • English-speaking tour guide • Two traditional Thai buffet meals • Drinking water • Karen shirt  • Food for feeding the elephants

Itinerary

Itinerary

6:30-7:30 amPick up from your hotel or accommodation in Phuket.

7:30 amDrive North-West of Phuket Town to Naithon Beach, over rolling hills, through forest and local farming areas, and alongside picturesque coastline.

8:00 amArrive at Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Phuket. Enjoy a welcome snack, sip tea or coffee, and learn about elephants as you are given an introduction to our program.

8:15 amAssist with the preparation of natural dietary supplements for the elephants.

8:30 amMeet the elephants. Feed them and administer dietary supplements as you learn their stories. Play, interact, and take photos with the elephants in a natural setting.

9:00 amMud spa with the elephants.

9:30 amSwimming with elephants

10:00 amJoin the elephants in our specially constructed outdoor “Elephant Shower”

10:20 amUse our facilities to take a (regular) shower, dry off, and change clothes.

10:30 amEat a lunch of traditional Thai food, freshly cooked Pad Thai, and seasonal fruit, before saying goodbye to the friendly elephants.

11:00 amLeave the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary and drive for approximately 1 hour back through spectacular island scenery.

12:00-12:30 pmDrop off at your hotel or accommodation.

Please Note

  • Ticket only : Transport by Open air pickup truck
  • Ticket + Private Transfer : Transport by Air-conditioned vehicle

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 1 day before start

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