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Bukit Elephant Park: Ethical Elephant Sanctuary Experience
4.8
22 Ratings
Tambon Chalong
Discover ethical elephant experiences and immerse in Thai culture at Bukit Elephant Park. Enjoy rubber tapping, coconut milk making, and Thai cooking.
Discover ethical elephant experiences and immerse in Thai culture at Bukit Elephant Park. Enjoy rubber tapping, coconut milk making, and Thai cooking.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Bukit Elephant Park - Visitors will observe the natural behaviors of elephants from a safe distance under the guidance of our professional guides and mahouts. Learn about their fascinating history and habits from our knowledgeable guides. Guests will have the opportunity to feed the elephants in designated safe feeding areas, with a fence ensuring…
- Bukit Elephant Park - Visitors will observe the natural behaviors of elephants from a safe distance under the guidance of our professional guides and mahouts. Learn about their fascinating history and habits from our knowledgeable guides. Guests will have the opportunity to feed the elephants in designated safe feeding areas, with a fence ensuring safety. Our guides, mahouts, and staff will be present to ensure proper and safe feeding practices. Next, explore Thai culture through demonstrations of coconut milk and Thai cooking, rubber tapping, and rubber sheet making. Finally, enjoy a delicious Thai meal with a beautiful view.
During the tour, any form of physical or verbal violence towards the elephants is strictly prohibited to ensure the safety of all and the welfare of the elephants. Elephants roam freely in the park without any disturbance from visitors. Loud noises, drones, and flash photography are not allowed. Boots will be provided during the rainy season.
This guided tour is available at the following times:
09:00-12:30 (morning)
14:00-17:00 (afternoon)
What's Included
- Umbrella
- Food for elephants
- Accidental Insurance
- Bottled water
- Guide
- Gumboot/welly during rainy season
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Lunch
- Tea and coffee
- Umbrella
- Food for elephants
- Accidental Insurance
- Bottled water
- Guide
- Gumboot/welly during rainy season
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Lunch
- Tea and coffee
What's Not Included
- Tips
- Extra Charge Transfer: 250 THB/adult and 150 THB/child : From Mai khao,Naiyang,Naiton,Layan Beach
- Tips
- Extra Charge Transfer: 250 THB/adult and 150 THB/child : From Mai khao,Naiyang,Naiton,Layan Beach
Meal Options
- THAI GALANGAL CHICKEN SOUP ( TOM KA GAI)
- Sweet and Sour Chicken Stir-Fry
- Stir Fried Vegetables
- Fried Rice with eggs
- Jasmine Rice
- Egg Rolls
- Watermelon and Pineapple - Watermelon and Pineapple
- Vegetarian food - If you have food allergies or food exceptions, please let us know beforehand. We can prepare and adapt the ingredients for you.
- THAI GALANGAL CHICKEN SOUP ( TOM KA GAI)
- Sweet and Sour Chicken Stir-Fry
- Stir Fried Vegetables
- Fried Rice with eggs
- Jasmine Rice
- Egg Rolls
- Watermelon and Pineapple - Watermelon and Pineapple
- Vegetarian food - If you have food allergies or food exceptions, please let us know beforehand. We can prepare and adapt the ingredients for you.
Additional Information
Embark on a unique, animal-friendly adventure with elephants in a serene sanctuary. Prioritizing safety and hygiene, we do not offer elephant riding or bathing activities. Our professional mahouts ensure the elephants are well-cared for, avoiding any form of cruelty. While in Thailand, immerse yourself in the rich Thai culture through activities such as…
Embark on a unique, animal-friendly adventure with elephants in a serene sanctuary. Prioritizing safety and hygiene, we do not offer elephant riding or bathing activities. Our professional mahouts ensure the elephants are well-cared for, avoiding any form of cruelty. While in Thailand, immerse yourself in the rich Thai culture through activities such as rubber tapping, coconut milk making, and Thai cooking classes. This extraordinary and exclusive experience awaits you at Bukit Elephant Park.
Location
Bukit Elephant Park
If you have your own transportation, you can meet us at the park. You can find the directions on Google map. Please Search Bukit Elephant Park and follow the map.
Please arrive around 10-15 minutes before the tour starts.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(22 Ratings)
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177gabriellaq
Jun 1, 2025
Definitely worth it! - This was such a fun experience and probably my favorite tour that I’ve done. The elephants are so beautiful the staff was incredibly kind and we got to feed, pet and watch the elephants in such a natural environment. The cooking class was very fun and the food was fantastic so would definitely recommend this package, the rubber tapping was quick but still informative. Gift was a fantastic guide and I would do this again
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Maritza_m
May 13, 2025
Amazing tour! - This was an incredible tour. The elephants here are not harmed and no bathing with them. We got to feed them and take photos of them out in their sanctuary. All the money goes to the elephants and each one has its own caretaker which is very nice. This taught me so much about the elephants & we also took a cooking class after that was delicious and hands on.
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Victoria_s
Apr 27, 2025
Elephant experience - Good communication for pick up instructions. Got to spend time with & feed elephants. Nice lunch. All round a good experience. My son enjoyed his birthday.
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Vicki
Apr 22, 2025
Good way to get up close to elephants in an ethical way - Great way to see elephants in a natural environment. You get to feed them a basket of bananas at the start of the tour. You can also have photos with and touch the elephants (under supervision). You will also get to see them have a bath. It was very informative explaining interesting Elephant facts and why sanctuaries such as these exist.
You can also learn how rubber trees are tapped and coconut milk is made.
The path can be a bit rugged so may not be suitable for those with limited abilities but you are able to stop and return at any time if it gets too much.
The guides were extremely friendly and informative. The bus transfer was also good in an air conditioned comfy mini bus.
Definitely recommend if you want to visit an ethical sanctuary.
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Helenflynn8
Apr 17, 2025
My family and I loved this! - I couldn’t recommend this activity any more. The staff were incredible. The knowledge of each of the elephants they have is amazing. This is a proper sanctuary. Don’t expect to ride or bathe them. These are elephants that have been rescued and are now living their best lives. Highly recommend the lunch after. They teach you how to make traditional soup and there were so many extra dishes added to our meal. This really is a once in a lifetime opportunity for anyone. Enjoy!
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Pav_c
Apr 13, 2025
Great half day experience - Excellent experience, kids loved the interaction with the elephants, the tour guide was informative and the lunch to end was a delight
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859kathies
Apr 12, 2025
If you love animals, this is the sanctuary for you! - Fabulous experience! The animals are treated as family; with care and compassion. Our guide, Gift, was super knowledgeable, spoke wonderful English and you can see that she is living her purpose.
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497amishap
Apr 10, 2025
Great day visiting Bukit with the family - We had a truly memorable experience at Bukit Elephant Sanctuary in Phuket! It was heartwarming to see how well the elephants are cared for—this is an ethical sanctuary where the animals’ wellbeing is clearly a top priority.
A special thank you to our amazing tour guide, Sao, who made our visit even more special with her warmth and knowledge. She gave us a wonderful cooking demonstration of Thai coconut soup and showed us how fresh coconut milk is made—such a unique touch! We were also delighted to have the option of a delicious vegetarian lunch, which was much appreciated.
Highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Phuket. A perfect blend of learning, fun, and compassion!
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Martha_b
Mar 25, 2025
Nice morning - The tour was exactly the way it was listed… interacted,with the elephants in a safe secure manner…. We were not looking for a long tour and it was perfect.
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Donna_h
Apr 30, 2025
Elephant sanctuary tour - Not a lot of interaction with the elephants
Fed them bananas at the start then tour guide spoke about them throughout the tour couple of photo opportunities then lunch which was nice
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