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Phuket Ethical Elephant Care Sanctuary Nai Dee Half-Day or 2-Hour
About this experience
Experience elephants the ethical way—no riding, no chains, no shows. This sanctuary is home to rescued elephants living freely in a peaceful forest. Your day begins with a comfortable hotel pick-up across Phuket, followed by a warm welcome and briefing on elephant care and safety. Change into traditional Thai clothes and prepare healthy snacks to feed the elephants by hand. Depending on your program, enjoy a relaxing mud spa and bathe alongside the elephants. For half-day visitors, there’s also a chance to cook and share authentic Thai dishes. With no crowds or staged photos, you’ll connect with these gentle giants in a calm, natural setting—learning about their behavior, diet, and emotional intelligence. Choose this experience for a meaningful and responsible encounter with Phuket’s majestic elephants. What to Bring: * Hat * Change of clothes * Flip-flops or sandals * Biodegradable sunscreen * Biodegradable insect repellent * Personal medication * Camera (recommended)
What to expect
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Welcome to the Ethical Elephant Care Sanctuary Phuket, one of the most heartwarming elephant Phuket experiences for travelers who want to connect with these gentle giants in a meaningful and responsible way. Located at the lush Elephant Care Park Nai Dee - spread across over 100,000 square meters, this program invites you to spend time with rescued elephants — not as performers, but as friends.
What’s included
- Round-trip transfers from your hotel
- Thai cooking class
- Admission to Elephant Care Park
- Photos shooting
- English-speaking staff
- Special traditional shirt
- Buffet meals (Half-Day Program)
Not included
- Tips or gratuities
- Other expenses
Tour & ticket options
Options may have different inclusions and meeting points. Choose your option when booking on Viator.
Half Day Experience
Feeding, Bathing, and Mud Spa: Welcome, change into Thai clothes, prep and feed elephants, mud spa, bath with them, shower, and enjoy buffet meal.
2-Hour Feeding Experience
2-Hour Feeding Experience: Welcome, feed elephants, take photos, and cook 2 Thai dishes. Pickup included
Meeting & pickup
You will receive the voucher in a separate email.
Before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.