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Elephant Sanctuary Small Group Tour in Phuket

Name: Elephant Sanctuary Small Group Tour in Phuket
Brand: My Phuket
SKU: 9592P230
Price: 99.13 USD
Rating: 5.0 (200 reviews)

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Phuket Elephant Sanctuary Small Group Tour

From $99.13

Select Date and Travelers

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

4 hours 30 minutes
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Coffee and/or Tea
Lunch
Cooking Class

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

Hotel pickup will be start from 7.30AM ( Activities start 9AM) and 11.30AM ( 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
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

Operated by My Phuket

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.

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Featured review

Demeitria_J

The staff and elephants were courteous and polite. This experience was one for the books, another check off on hubby’s and I bucket list. Mayya, the instructor, was so knowledgeable, helpful, respectful, and friendly. She made sure everyone was taken care of on our afternoon tour 04-24-2025. I definitely recommend this excursion on your itinerary. She gave us a lot of history and background on the elephants. We had different activities, including making homemade papaya salad. The additional food that was prepared by the chef was spectacular. The bathrooms were clean and had accommodating washrooms after the elephant bath. I write this place a 20 out of 10. I would definitely come back again. If you ever visit, make sure to leave a donation for the elephants and tip the staff in the tip box because it is well worth it. Mrs.Jones😘

Reviews

5.0

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Ultimate elephant experience

Demeitria_J, Apr 2024

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience! It's heartwarming to hear that the staff and elephants at the sanctuary were courteous and polite, and that your visit was a memorable one. Mayya sounds like an exceptional instructor, providing valuable knowledge and ensuring everyone's well-being during the tour. The activities, including making homemade papaya salad, and the spectacular food prepared by the chef added to the overall enjoyment. It's fantastic that the facilities were clean and accommodating, and your recommendation to leave a donation for the elephants and tip the staff is appreciated. We hope you have the opportunity to visit again in the future! If you need assistance with anything else or have any questions, feel free to reac

A memorable experience.

Eva_G, Apr 2024

Really nice to have this incredible experience as a small group. We got to have so much time with the elephants, feeding, walking and hanging out with and the highlight being in the water and washing the elephants. Our tour guide was amazing the knowledge and passion he has for the elephants was great to see. Lunch was one of the best meals I’ve had in Thailand.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

It sounds like you had an absolutely incredible experience with the elephants! Spending so much time with them, feeding, walking, and even washing them in the water must have been unforgettable. Having a knowledgeable and passionate tour guide likely added even more depth to the experience. I'm glad to hear that lunch was also a highlight, and it's wonderful that you enjoyed one of the best meals you've had in Thailand. Thank you for sharing your amazing experience!

Highly recommend!

Kathy_A, Apr 2024

Incredible experience! Up close with elephants, we fed them, petted them and bathed them. We appreciate how well they are treated and cared for. Professional and knowledgeable staff, we felt safe. We also enjoyed our cooking lesson. The green papaya salad was fun to make and delicious!

Response from Host, Apr 2024

It sounds like you had an absolutely amazing experience at the sanctuary! Getting up close with elephants and being able to feed, pet, and bathe them must have been truly unforgettable. It's heartening to hear that you appreciated the excellent care and treatment provided to the elephants by the staff. Feeling safe and supported during such an experience is crucial, and it's great that the staff were professional and knowledgeable. And what a fun addition to the day with the cooking lesson! I'm glad you enjoyed making and eating the green papaya salad. Thank you for sharing your incredible experience!

Very fun! Worth the trip

Christina_N, Apr 2024

This was a great experience! We didn’t want to go anywhere where the animals were being abused or overworked, and this was exactly the right place. They rescue elephants from animal shows and logging camps all over Thailand, and bring them to the sanctuary to care for them. There was even a very fun cooking class before we got to feed the elephant.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

I'm thrilled to hear that you had such a positive experience at the sanctuary! Choosing a place that prioritizes the well-being of animals is so important, and it's fantastic that you found a sanctuary that rescues elephants from harmful situations. The opportunity to participate in a cooking class before feeding the elephants sounds like a unique and enjoyable addition to the experience. Thank you for sharing your experience, and I'm glad you had a meaningful and fulfilling time at the sanctuary!

An elephant tour focused on the elephants

Kevin_P, Apr 2024

I chose this tour because it seemed to focus on the wellbeing of the elephants as well as the “touristy” aspects… it definitely did. Dang was an excellent guide and the entire team were very professional. The weather was very hot so the water was very welcome.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

It's fantastic to hear that you chose a tour that prioritized the wellbeing of the elephants, and it's even better to know that your expectations were met in that regard. Having a knowledgeable and professional guide like Dang certainly adds to the experience. I'm glad the team took care of you and that the hot weather didn't detract from your enjoyment, especially with the refreshing water available. Thank you for sharing your positive experience!

Nice tour

Daniel_B, Apr 2024

Overall it was a good tour and as expected. I thought it was a bit odd to have food right away rather than the end. And they didn't mention to bring swimwear but you get to swim with elephants. So communicating these things better would have helped. But it was otherwise a good tour.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

It's great to hear that your tour was overall positive, despite a couple of unexpected aspects. Indeed, better communication about the timing of activities and what to bring could enhance the experience for future participants. However, it's wonderful that you still enjoyed the tour and had the opportunity to swim with elephants. Thank you for sharing your feedback—it's valuable for improving future tours and helping others prepare for similar experiences!

Fabulous trip

Helen_B, Apr 2024

Absolutely amazing ! Elephants are so well taken care of. Loved it. The guide was so informative and very passionate about his love and care of these amazing animals. My daughter who is 12 said it was the best day.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

It sounds like you had an incredible experience at the elephant sanctuary! It's heartwarming to hear that the elephants are well taken care of and that the guide was passionate and informative. Creating memorable experiences like this, especially for your daughter, is truly special. Thanks for sharing your positive feedback—I'm sure it will inspire others to visit and support such sanctuaries.

Elephants rule

K_O, Mar 2024

The whole experience is amazing and unforgettable. But simply touching these amazing creature's and looking them in their eyes , is unforgettable. The staff was amazing. The friendliness. The food, everything was perfect . Yu our guide was the best. Thank you Yu. Thank you everyone from the pictures to the handlers and of course the amazing elephants. I will come back with my family

Response from Host, Mar 2024

It sounds like you had an incredible and unforgettable experience with the elephants! The connection you made with these amazing creatures, along with the excellent staff and overall atmosphere, made it truly special. Thank you for sharing your experience, and I'm sure your family will enjoy it just as much when you return!

The Lake - Elephant Sanctuary

Janet_D, Mar 2024

Bathing with the elephants - they love a good scratch! What a wonderful experience that both myself and my husband will never forget and are still raving about.

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Bathing with elephants sounds like an incredible experience! It's lovely to hear that you and your husband enjoyed it so much and that it's left a lasting impression. Those moments of connection with nature can be truly unforgettable.

Feeding the elephants

Shawnetta_R, Mar 2024

If you want to get up close and personal with the elephants 🐘, this is the place for you. Feeding them was a great experience! I highly recommend this tour.

Response from Host, Mar 2024

It sounds like you had an incredible time getting to interact with the elephants and feeding them. Experiences like that can create lasting memories and deepen our appreciation for these majestic animals. Thanks for sharing your recommendation!

Bucket wish list- unforgettable

catherinemoorhouse1, Mar 2024

What a clise uo fantastic experience. Feeding the Elephants in their own habitat. We also were able to join them in the water and keepers allowed us to join in washing them. Fabulous experience and lunch was included too. Well worth the money

Response from Host, Mar 2024

It sounds like an incredible and up-close experience with the elephants! Being able to interact with them in their natural habitat and even join them in the water must have been unforgettable. Plus, having lunch included makes it even better. Thanks for sharing your wonderful experience!

Absolutely amazing, the...

Aliyah_P, Mar 2024

Absolutely amazing, the place, the ppl, the elephants. Would definitely find my way back to see everyone again

Response from Host, Mar 2024

It sounds like you had an incredible experience! The elephants and the people you encountered made it truly memorable. It's wonderful to hear that you would love to visit again.

Beautiful Experience worth doing Again!!

Wendi_S, Mar 2024

I enjoyed connecting with the elephants and feeding them and talking to them. Learning the history of the elephants was a nice touch!

Response from Host, Mar 2024

It sounds like a really enriching experience to interact with the elephants and learn more about their history. The opportunity to feed and interact with them must have been very significant. Was there anything specific about the story of elephants that particularly impressed you?

The elephant sanctuary to go to

Zebbra_C, Mar 2024

We had an amazing time even though it was hot. Our interaction with the elephants was a memorable experience. The elephants seemed to be happy and well taken care of. Also the food was delicious.

Response from Host, Mar 2024

It sounds like you had a fantastic time interacting with the elephants and enjoying the delicious food! It's wonderful to hear that the elephants seemed happy and well cared for. Would you consider visiting again in the future?

Well worth doing. 10/10

Harvinder_R, Mar 2024

I thoroughly recommend this tour. It was a small group which was perfect. the Guide was excellent and gave us a in depth knowledge on Elephants, facts that I had no idea about. To get up close to the Elephants was a dream come true..... just amazing. In addition to that we had a cooking class & lunch which was just 10/10. So glad I chose this tour.

Response from Host, Mar 2024

It sounds like you had an incredible experience on the tour! Getting up close to elephants, learning about them, and enjoying a cooking class sounds like a fantastic way to spend the day. Thanks for sharing your recommendation!

AMAZING TOUR

Dana_W, Mar 2024

This was an absolute amazing tour! I learned so much about the elephants and It feels good that this places cares about is animals! I had A great time!!!

Response from Host, Mar 2024

It's wonderful to hear that you had an amazing experience on the tour and that you learned a lot about the elephants. Knowing that the place cares deeply about its animals surely adds to the overall enjoyment. Thank you for sharing your positive experience!

Asian Elephants Experience

Yatin_K, Mar 2024

Tour exactly per itinerary advertised 👏🙌 Great tour, all the facilities great, comfortable. Cooking class was fun & enjoyable. Delicious & scrumptious lunch!!, freshly prepared 👌, excellent Vegan/Vegetarian options available on request✅️ Excellent photos taken by one of tour guides - thanks. Recommend this tour

Response from Host, Mar 2024

It sounds like you had a fantastic experience on the tour! From following the advertised itinerary to enjoying the cooking class and delicious lunch, it seems like everything exceeded your expectations. It's great to hear that they provided excellent options for vegan and vegetarian diets as well. Plus, the photos taken by one of the tour guides added to the experience. Thank you for sharing your recommendation!

Amazing Day

Stephen_F, Mar 2024

This was an amazing experience. Yu and his team gave us an unforgettable day. Being so close to the Elephants, feeding them, walking with them and then washing them in the lake was truly wonderful. The Elephants were so well looked after and roamed free. If I could give 6 🌟 to this experience I would.

Response from Host, Mar 2024

It sounds like you had an incredible experience at the sanctuary with Yu and his team! Getting up close to the elephants, feeding them, and walking with them must have been unforgettable. It's heartwarming to hear that the elephants are well cared for and allowed to roam free. Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience!

An amazing once in a lifetime experience.

Paul_W, Mar 2024

Feeding the elephants then following them down to the lake where we could get in and wash them was an amazing experience. The guides were very knowledgable and friendly and cared for the elephants very much. They also took many photos which they provided via a link free of charge. Making our own tasty salad for the lunch provided was an added bonus.

Response from Host, Mar 2024

It sounds like you had an unforgettable experience feeding and washing the elephants! It's great to hear that the guides were knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about caring for the elephants. The opportunity to make your own salad for lunch sounds like a fun and unique addition to the experience. Plus, receiving the photos as a keepsake is a wonderful touch. Thank you for sharing your adventure!

Great trip getting up close with the elephants. !

Hilary_H, Mar 2024

Very good tour at a genuine sanctuary who really care about the elephants they look after and explained the character of each individual elephant. The cooking lesson, lunch, preparation of elephant food and the feeding and bathing with the elephants was memorable! The staff clearly love and nurture the animals and it was a fabulous trip !

Response from Host, Mar 2024

It sounds like you had an amazing experience at the sanctuary! Interacting with the elephants in such a caring environment must have been truly special. The cooking lesson and getting to prepare food for the elephants sound like unique and memorable activities. It's wonderful to hear that the staff are dedicated to the well-being of the animals. Thanks for sharing your positive experience!

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