Khao Lak

Khao Lak trip ideas

Khaolak Elephant Sanctuary, Cooking Class and Waterfall Tour

Khao Lak, Thailand

Khaolak Elephant Sanctuary Observation with Lunch

From $97.53

Select Date and Travelers

up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

What's Included

Lunch
Coffee and/or Tea
Insurance
Hotel Transfer
Tour Guide

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Hotel pickup will be start from 8.30AM ( Activities start 9AM) and 12.30PM ( Activities start 1PM) Once booked, Tour operator will be email to you for the exactly pickup time.

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
Not wheelchair accessible

Bath and feed with elephant is not permitted
The rescued elephants at the sanctuary are not forced to do activities they do not wish to participate in.
The sanctuary will not force the elephants to pose for photos.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

Traveler Photos

Reviews

5.0

5 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews

Reviews by Viator travelers.

We perform checks on reviews

Showing 1-3 of 5 reviews

Intense and fulfilling experience for kids

Adriana_M, Jan 2024

We enjoyed the elephants encounter excursion and mostly because of Ve Vi, Me Mi and Tiger 🙏 they have been so patient and careful with me and my two children and I cannot thank them enough for the beautiful experience! Thank you and see you next time!

Response from Host, Jan 2024

It's heartwarming to hear about your wonderful experience with Ve Vi, Me Mi, and Tiger during the elephants encounter excursion! Their patience and care made the experience truly special for you and your children. Thanking them for providing such a beautiful and memorable encounter with the elephants is a lovely gesture. Here's to more amazing experiences on your next visit!

Fun with the elephants

Lorraine_D, Nov 2023

Washing elephants was an incredible experience. They were so big and gentle. The water was good to swim intoo

Response from Host, Nov 2023

It sounds like you had an amazing time washing the elephants! Being close to these gentle giants and having the opportunity to interact with them in the water can be an unforgettable experience. Was there anything else about the activity that stood out to you?

Highly recommended experience

David_Y, May 2023

We made food for the animals and fed them. We walked with them to the river and scrubbed them with mud and then helped wash them in the river. Later we cut bamboo and sugar cane and fed the elephants again. A delicious lunch was provided. We were happy to see the elephants were treated humanely (no whips or sticks or cruelty) and each had their own trainer who controlled them with just verbal commands and touching them. It was very touching that when you talked directly to the elephant and rubbed their hear trunk, they would stop eating and look you straight in the eye until you stopped talking, its like they understood you and were communicating with you.

Response from Host, May 2023

It sounds like you had an incredible and immersive experience with the elephants! Being able to make food for them and feed them must have been a rewarding and memorable activity. Walking with them to the river and participating in scrubbing them with mud and helping wash them sounds like a unique and intimate way to interact with these gentle giants. The opportunity to cut bamboo and sugar cane and feed the elephants again must have provided a deeper understanding of their diet and needs. It's heartening to hear that the elephants were treated humanely and that there was no cruelty involved, such as the absence of whips or sticks. Having trainers who rely on verbal commands and gentle touch to guide the elephants demonstrates a respectful and compassionate approach. The connection you felt when communicating directly with the elephants, where they would stop eating and look you straight in the eye, is truly touching. It's remarkable to witness their understanding and possible communication on an emotional level. The provision of a delicious lunch adds to the overall experience, ensuring that you had a fulfilling and enjoyable day. Thank you for sharing your wonderful encounter with the elephants. If you have any more experiences or questions, feel free to let me know!