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Elephant Sanctuary Experience: Observe and Feed

Elephant with mahout at Bukit Elephant Park, standing near a rustic shelter.
Elephant swimming in pond at Bukit Elephant Park, surrounded by lush greenery.
Elephants bathing in a pond at Bukit Elephant Park.
Feeding an elephant at Bukit Elephant Park with a guide holding food.

Duration

3 hr

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

Transfers included

    • Get up close to rescued elephants through interactive feeding or watch them roam from a tranquil treetop walkway, complete with refreshments and a keepsake.

    • Offer bananas, roll rice balls, and connect with elephants in an ethical setting. Learn their stories from experienced guides and enjoy hassle-free round-trip transfers from Phuket.

    • You can upgrade your tour and take a serene walk above the forest on Thailand’s longest Canopy Walkway. Spot elephants below, offer treats, sip on cold drinks, snack freely, and take home a small gift.

  • Available packages:

    Observe, Feed, and Learn

    • Duration: 2 hours

    • Entry to Bukit Elephant Park

    • Basket of bananas to feed elephants

    • Observe and learn about elephants

    • Prepare rice balls for elephants

    • English-speaking guide

    • Round-trip transfers from Phuket

    Observe, Walk on Canopy, and Feed

    • Duration: 1.5 hours

    • Entry to Phuket Elephant Sanctuary

    • Round-trip transfers from Phuket

    • Guided walk on Thailand’s longest canopy walkway

    • English-speaking guide

    • Feed elephants bananas, watermelon, and cucumber

    • Observe and learn about elephants

    • Signature iced soda & unlimited snacks

    • Umbrellas & Raincoat

    • Complimentary PES souvenir

    • Drinking water

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • What to bring

    • Footwear: Sneakers best; sandals okay, but beware of rocky terrain.

    • Clothing: Wear light, comfy clothes. Avoid long dresses during the rainy season.

    • What to pack: Sunscreen, bug spray, hat, water bottle, sunglasses

    Accessibility

    • Strollers are not allowed. Paths are rocky. Use baby carriers instead.

    Additional information

    • You can take photos with the elephants, but just give your mahout (elephant handler) a heads-up first. They’ll guide you safely and let you know where and when it’s okay to snap pictures!

    • Free hotel transfers are available from 12 major areas, including Patong, Kata, and Karon, while pickups from Mai Khao, Naiyang, Naithon, and Layan cost extra, and Ao Por Pier has a private van surcharge.

    • Please note: This is an ethical, no-riding elephant sanctuary where all elephants are lovingly cared for by a team of experts, ensuring regular health checks, nutritious diets, and freedom to roam in a safe, natural environment.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

    • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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