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Elephant Wildlife Sanctuary

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Chang Wat Phuket 83110

Tourists bathing and interacting with two elephants in a shallow river surrounded by lush jungle forest
Elephants bathing and playing in a river surrounded by lush forest and tall trees at a wildlife sanctuary
Child standing with three elephants in a lush jungle setting with blue flowers and Elephant Jungle Sanctuary sign
Man interacting with elephant on sandy forest path while woman in yellow dress watches at wildlife sanctuary
Elephant walking with two people on a forest trail surrounded by tall trees and lush green vegetation in a wildlife sanctuary

Operating Hours

09:00 am - 04:30 pm

Instant Confirmation

Instant Tour Confirmation will be Provided.

Mobile Voucher Accepted

Use your phone or print your voucher

Transfer options Available

Free Cancellation 72 hours Prior

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Elephant Wildlife Sanctuary is an ethical elephant park on 12 hectares of jungle bordering Khao Phra Thaeo National Park in northern Phuket. Visitors spend a half or full day here, observing elephants, including several retired working elephants, as they move freely through the forest without rides or forced interactions.

A guide leads you along forest trails through the sanctuary, pointing out elephants as they graze, dust themselves and move between shaded areas of the jungle. You can hand-feed the elephants when they approach, and watch them take mud baths and spray themselves with water at their own pace. Along the way, your guide shares each elephant's rescue story and explains how the sanctuary cares for them day to day, along with the conservation work behind ongoing efforts to protect Thailand's elephants. A canopy walkway through the sanctuary's forest gives you a different vantage point, looking down over the trails and the elephants below.

The pace stays unhurried throughout, with time built in for photos and quiet moments with the elephants. Rayna's local team handles your booking and can help with any questions before your visit to the sanctuary.

  • Visit one of Phuket's first ethical elephant sanctuaries, on 12 hectares of jungle bordering Khao Phra Thaeo National Park.
  • Meet Asian elephants, including retired working elephants, roaming freely rather than kept in enclosures.
  • Walk a canopy walkway through the sanctuary's forest for elevated views over the elephants' habitat.
  • Learn from your guide about each elephant's rescue story and the sanctuary's ongoing care and conservation work.
  • No riding or forced interactions; you observe, walk alongside, and feed the elephants at their own pace.

Inclusions

  • Phuket Elephant Sanctuary entry ticket

  • Guided observation of the elephants in their habitat

  • Expert guide throughout the visit

Exclusions

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (available as a separate option)

  • Personal expenses spent on shopping, dining and similar on-site purchases

  • Food and drinks unless included in your selected option

  1. Elephant Wildlife Sanctuary, Phuket

    Pick-up from the hotel and transfer to the Elephant Wildlife Sanctuary. Arrive at the sanctuary and receive an introduction to the elephants and the sanctuary's conservation activities. Learn about elephant behaviour, care and natural habitats. Enjoy observing and interacting with the elephants through ethical, supervised activities, depending on the selected program. Participate in feeding the elephants, if included in the package. Capture memorable photographs and enjoy the natural surroundings. After completing the experience, transfer back to the hotel.

    hotel pickup

    9 hours

Guide

  • Instructor

Physical Effort

  • Easy

Where it takes place

  • Outdoors

  1. You will receive a tour confirmation voucher by email shortly after booking.
  2. Check your spam or junk folder, or contact online support, if it does not arrive.
  3. Download the voucher and present it, printed or on your phone, at the venue.
  • This is your booking voucher; present it, printed or digital, at the venue.
  • A valid government-issued photo ID or passport is mandatory for entry.
  • Bookings are subject to availability and final reconfirmation, with time slots guaranteed only once confirmed within 24 hours.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
  • There are no elephant rides or forced interactions; you observe, walk alongside, and feed the elephants at their own pace.
  • Outside food and beverages may not be allowed on-site, as per venue regulations.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included by default; check whether your selected option includes transfers.
  • No refunds, amendments or cancellations apply to missed, partially used or no-show bookings.
  • Entry may be denied for non-compliance with venue rules or safety guidelines.
  • This activity is not valid for Thai passport holders.
  • If your booking includes a hotel transfer, be ready in the lobby at least 5 minutes before the scheduled pickup time.
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Frequently Asked Questions

It is an ethical elephant park on 12 hectares of jungle bordering Khao Phra Thaeo National Park in northern Phuket, where elephants move freely through the forest without rides or forced interactions.
The sanctuary sits on 12 hectares of jungle bordering Khao Phra Thaeo National Park in northern Phuket, away from the busier parts of the island.
No, there are no elephant rides or forced interactions here. You spend your visit observing, walking alongside, and feeding the elephants at their own pace.
A guide leads you along forest trails to observe elephants in their habitat. You can hand-feed them when they approach and watch them take mud baths and play in the water.