Phuket

15 Best Phuket Elephant Sanctuaries

Only ethical sanctuaries make this list: no riding, no bathing shows, no tricks. Phuket’s genuine parks care for elephants retired from logging and trekking camps, and you feed and observe them at a respectful distance. Book ahead; small group sizes are part of what makes these places good.

1.Phuket: Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Ethical Feeding Experience

Experience ethical elephant feeding at Phuket’s Elephant Jungle Sanctuary, where you can connect with gentle giants responsibly in a lush, well-maintained environment.

Most Popular★ 4.8

“Lovely getting to see and feed the elephants! But only a very little bit of information about them given.”

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3.Phuket: Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Half-Day Visit With Meal

Lose yourself in the magic of ethical elephant encounters in Phuket's Elephant Jungle Sanctuary, where each moment promises a journey of compassion and connection...

★ 4.9

“if you come to Phuket, DO NOT miss this excursion. it's an up close and personal interaction with rescue elephants. they are all kind and gentle. our guide Nancy and her team were all amazing and did their very best to ensure that everyone had…”

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4.Phuket: Elephant Save & Care Program Tour

Experience the ultimate adventure in Phuket! Join our Elephant Save & Care Program Tour and make a difference. Click now to embark on a life-changing journey!

★ 4.8

“Excellent tour that surprised me in how authentic it was and not exploitative. It was great to get so close to and learn about the elephants.”

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5.A Morning With the Elephants at Phuket Elephant Sanctuary

Experience the magic of a morning with elephants at Phuket Elephant Sanctuary. Get up close and personal with these majestic creatures. Book your unforgettable adventure now!

★ 5.0

“We enjoyed our trip but we hand very little hands on. We got to feed the elephants once. I would have rather done an experience where we could touch the elephants.”

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6.Phuket: Lily Elephant Half day Trip on the Beach with lunch

Experience ethical elephant interactions on Phuket’s Lily Elephant Half Day Trip, featuring beach bathing, feeding, and a delicious Thai lunch.

★ 4.8

“What an amazing tour! You can tell they really care about the elephants as this is a no riding tour. The team is very friendly. The elephants were so well treated.”

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7.Phuket: Elephant Experience with Lunch or Dinner and Pickup

Experience ethical elephant encounters near Phuket with feeding, mud baths, jungle walks, and Thai cuisine for a meaningful, fun, and memorable day.

★ 4.7

“The most lovable giants ever. was a fantastic tour. our tour guide Floek was very informative and funny. the mud spa and shower with elephants were actually very refreshing since it was hot. lovely Tye dye handkerchief we got as a souvenir. they do take…”

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8.From Phuket: Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Feed and Shower Trip

Unforgettable moments await at the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary in Phuket - where visitors can feed and shower elephants in their natural habitat, creating a unique and heartwarming experience.

★ 4.8

“Great experience of feeding and bathing the elephants. The guides were experts and made our day unforgettable.”

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10.Phuket: Bukit Elephant Park Sanctuary Walk and Feed Tour

Situated in the heart of Phuket, the Bukit Elephant Park Sanctuary offers a captivating experience where visitors can connect with these gentle giants and...

“This tour was great! Still get to see the elephants up close while knowing they are in a nurturing environment rather than being exploited. I would recommend to anyone wanting to see elephants while in Thailand”

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11.Phuket: Elephant Sanctuary,Cooking Class and Waterfall Tour

Discover the wonders of Phuket with an unforgettable elephant sanctuary visit, cooking class, and waterfall tour. Experience the true essence of Thailand.

★ 4.9

“Tony (Playboy Tony!) was a fantastic host. It was a long way to go from our hotel but it was 100% worth it - a highlight of our trip. The sanctuary lives up to its name, with clear ethical treatment of the animals, which was…”

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13.Phuket Elephant Sanctuary Canopy Walkway Tour

Experience the thrill of exploring the Phuket Elephant Sanctuary from new heights with our incredible Canopy Walkway Tour. Don't miss out, book your adventure now!

★ 5.0

“Super well organised and respectful of the elephants and their environment. Truly touching and educational. Ice was a great guide and answered all of our questions to great detail.”

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14.Phuket: Patong Ethical Elephant Sanctuary Tour with Transfer

Discover the ethical and immersive Phuket Elephant Sanctuary tour with expert guides, hands-on feeding, forest walks, and delicious Thai lunch.

★ 4.6

“A really nice experience learning about the Elephants, Feeding and walking with them. My Wife and l throughly enjoyed it and would definitely reccomend this tour. The guide was brilliant and was so enthusiastic with his job. Well done to all the staff for hosting…”

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15.Phuket: Elephant Sanctuary Tour With Pickup & Optional Lunch

Treat yourself to an immersive encounter with Phuket's rescued elephants at the Elephant Sanctuary, where you can learn about their care, bathe them, and even enjoy a Thai cooking class.

★ 4.6

“Such a lovely experience! Seeing the elephants roam around without a care truly brought a sense of relaxation, not to mention that the experience is guilt free because its an ethical sanctuary♥️”

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4.5Phuket: Half Day or 2-Hour Ethical Elephant Care Sanctuary2 - 4 hours$36 4.7Phuket : Experience Feeding and Bathing Elephants 1.5 Hrs.3.5 hours$48 5.0Phuket: Elephant Sanctuary Small Group Tour$97.83 4.9Phuket: Elephant Sanctuary Tour – Canopy Walk & Feeding1.5 hours$61 4.7From Phuket: Elephant Care Experience With Rafting & Zipline$77 4.7From Phuket & Khao Lak: Elephant Care With Waterfall Visit10 hours$70 5.0An Afternoon With the Elephants at Phuket Elephant Sanctuary$97.83 4.9Phuket: Elephant Sanctuary Full Day Tour in Khaolak6 hours$173 4.8Phuket: Guided Tour to Elephant Sanctuary & Hotel Transfer45 min$38 4.0Phuket: Bamboo Rafting, ATV (Optional), Elephant Bathing.10 hours$54 5.0Phuket: Hidden Forest Elephant Reserve With Meal & Transfer3 hours - 1 day$99 5.0Phuket Elephant Sanctuary: Half-Day With Vegetarian Meal3.5 hours$96 4.9Phuket: Elephant Nature Reserve Entry Ticket and Guided Tour$37 4.7Phuket: Walk and Feed Ethical Elephant Nature Park Tour$40 4.6Phuket: White Water Rafting, Zipline and Elephant Care9 hours$115 5.0Hidden Forest Elephant Reserve: Guided Tour With Lunch & Transfer$99.00 5.0Phuket: Elephant Nature Walk – Guided Tour with Transport$52.15 4.8Phuket: Feeding Elephants at Phuket Elephant Care1 hour$41 4.8Phuket: Zipline, ATV & Ethical Elephant Experience Combo4 hours$86 4.5Phuket Best: City Tour & Elephant Park Experience$81.47 4.7Phuket: Patong Highlights Elephant Sanctuary Tour2 hours$70 4.8Phuket: Elephant & Sea Turtle Conservation Tour With Rafting8 hours$123 5.0Full-Day Phuket Elephant Sanctuary Tour With Lunch and Dinner$228.18 4.8Phuket: Half-Day Elephant Explorer at Phuket Elephant Care4 hours$93