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

Stop 1 Itinerary
6:30-7:30 am Pick up from your hotel or accommodation in Phuket.
7:30 am Drive North-West of Phuket Town to Naithon Beach, over rolling hills, through forest and local farming areas, and alongside picturesque coastline.
8:00 am Arrive 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 am Assist with the preparation of natural dietary supplements for the elephants.
8:30 am Meet 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 am Mud spa with the elephants.
9:30 am Swimming with elephants
10:00 am Join the elephants in our specially constructed outdoor “Elephant Shower”
10:20 am Use our facilities to take a (regular) shower, dry off, and change clothes.
10:30 am Eat a lunch of traditional Thai food, freshly cooked Pad Thai, and seasonal fruit, before saying goodbye to the friendly elephants.
11:00 am Leave the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary and drive for approximately 1 hour back through spectacular island scenery.
12:00-12:30 pm Drop 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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