Phuket Elephant Sanctuary: An Ethical Elephant Experience in a Tropical Jungle Setting

Experience the first and only ethical elephant sanctuary in Phuket, where rescued elephants roam freely in a tropical jungle setting. Support sustainable and compassionate elephant tourism. Endorsed by National Geographic, Lonely Planet, and The Guardian.

Duration: 3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Phuket Elephant Sanctuary - Spending a morning with the elephants is both enlightening and inspiring. After a scenic drive through a local village, visitors will arrive at Phuket Elephant Sanctuary, a beautiful jungle landscape featuring ponds, expansive fields, and hillsides where elephants can freely roam.
    The visit begins at the Tree Top Lounge,…
What's Included
  • Bottled water
  • Boots, Socks, Umbrellas, Rain Coats, Mosquito Spray
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Welcome Snacks, Coffee, Fruits, Juices & Filtered Water
  • Lunch
What's Not Included
  • Roundtrip Transfers - If option is not selected
Additional Information

Phuket Elephant Sanctuary is the first and only ethical elephant sanctuary in Phuket where elephants roam around, bathe and socialize freely across 30 acres of lush, tropical land bordering the Khao Phra Thaeo National Park in North East Phuket. We buy all rescued elephants to ensure that Phuket Elephant Sanctuary is their final home, and we offer…

Location
Phuket Elephant Sanctuary
If you selected Program Only (No Transfer), please meet us at our office in Paklok 30 minutes before the start of the program. Parking is available.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Eildon
Jul 10, 2025
Amazing elephant experience at an ethical sanctuary - Amazing experience. Very well organised and whole tour was such a treat. The tour respects the elephants throughout and you move around them, experiencing their environment on their terms. Family of five recommend and pleased we chose to visit Phuket elephant sanctuary.
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Scopeguru
Jul 9, 2025
Awesome! - This is one of the two ethical elephant sanctuaries in Phuket. A great experience and you get really close to these magnificent creations. A worthy cause to support.
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132suzyc
Jul 6, 2025
Watching happy animals at play! - This experience was more than an up close encounter with happy elephants, it has changed the way my family look on all forms of entertainment involving animals - asking the question - what kind of painful processes have these creatures endured (sometimes for years / decades) simply to deliver a few minutes of entertainment for an audience? It was so wonderful to see the elephants so happy and behaving exactly how they wanted to behave without anyone telling them where to go or what to do. One of the elephants spent a good ten minutes frolicking in the water - gleeful sounds - splashing / scratching - was such a delight. Our host GiGi was lovely and able to answer all our questions. Lunch also great. A must for every family who comes to Thailand wanting to see elephants. Thank you!!!
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869tashan
Jul 6, 2025
Would recommend - half day tour - Great tour. Guides very knowledgeable, you get to see the majority of the elephants which is great and have close encounters (at a safe distance). Lunch provided was delicious. Would recommend the half day over canopy as you get to be closer to elephants, but canopy walk would be good if you’re happy to look from above.
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L7895pwthomasg
Jul 3, 2025
Amazing tour, would go again! - The tour was an overall amazing experience and the food provided was delicious. The tour guides are knowledgeable and the sanctuary it self is beautiful From the veterinarian center to the main ground where the elephants roam is nothing short of impressive. Throughout the whole experience you couldn’t help but feel as if the money you spent was well worth it but also how great of cause it was supporting.
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Dannyy890
Jul 3, 2025
Great experience for families and outdoor people - Quick summary, it’s generally hot, the reason for the sanctuary is heart warming and heart breaking at the same time, and the experience is worth the time. It’s going to be hot, so be prepared to sweat and hike. You get to go on the grounds, but that means you are walking in mud and brush. It is hilly and uneven. They share a story about the sanctuary and the elephants. It makes you realize why this place is important and causes you to feel really bad for the elephants outside the sanctuary. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. You can see they care about the elephants and believe in the mission. It is a great way to help support the humane treatment of elephants and also get a memorable and unique experience. Word of caution, it is really difficult for people that can’t handle heat or have difficulty with walking on unstable walkways. They provide boots, bug spray, water, cold towels and snacks. If you purchase the half day package, you also get a vegetarian lunch buffet.
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Mark_f
Jul 2, 2025
Great experience w/ the... - Great experience w/ the elephants. Highly recommend this place for everyone to enjoy and see how elephants should live.
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Shay_p
Jul 2, 2025
Gentle Giants - This was an amazing and educational experience. The elephants were so sweet and kind. We were able to see how different they all are and how well they are taken care of by their keepers.
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Verouva
Jul 2, 2025
Pucker Elephant Sanctuary - It was a surreal experience! I totally recommend this tour. Everything was very well organized, the staff were very nice and knowledgeable, and most importantly, this is an organization well worth supporting. Rudi the tour guide was great. The founder is inspiring, and unlike other elephant attractions, they do not abuse the animals, but rather give them space to live free again. The elephants are not the attraction as much as seeing them live free and happily. Please support ethical elephant tourism and come here.
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O677prjaimeb
Jun 30, 2025
Absolutely loved this experience! - We absolutely loved our morning with the elephants! It was so eye opening to hear about how these poor animals were treated before they were rescued! It was a dream, being able to be up so close to the elephants and watch them live their normal lives!
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From $92
up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).