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15 Best Elephant Sanctuaries In Thailand

The ones worth your time.

The 15 elephant sanctuaries travellers book most, with what each one includes, who runs it, and what you pay.

15 Best Elephant Sanctuaries In Thailand

Chiang Mai: Elephant Sanctuary, Waterfall & Bamboo Rafting

Chiang Mai: Elephant Sanctuary, Waterfall & Bamboo Rafting - The drive out of downtown Chiang Mai is part of the experience

1.Chiang Mai: Elephant Sanctuary, Waterfall & Bamboo Rafting

Most Popular★ 4.9

Spend 9 hours with rescued elephants near Chiang Mai, cool off at Mae Wang Waterfalls, and end with bamboo rafting on the Mae Wang River.

“We had a fabulous day, unlike anything we had done before. Our guide was great and she took very good care of us. The elephants have a lovely life and we enjoyed seeing them close up in the beautiful surroundings. The staff looking after them are great. We were transported there and back in a…”

9,160 reviews9 hoursFrom $60by PON ELEPHANT (THAILAND) CO., LTD.

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Chiang Mai: Elephant Sanctuary & Waterfall Group Tour

Chiang Mai: Elephant Sanctuary & Waterfall Group Tour - Pon Elephant Thailand: the briefing that sets the tone

2.Chiang Mai: Elephant Sanctuary & Waterfall Group Tour

★ 4.9

Ethical elephant care in Chiang Mai plus a jungle hike to Mae Wang Waterfall, with river bathing, great lunch, and a smooth group day.

“Elephants were incredible to see and feed. The mountains and waterfall are gorgeous. As a solo traveler, I wish I booked with people more my age, I was with a bunch of 19 year olds and would have enjoyed being with more adults.”

5,780 reviews7 hoursFrom $50by PON ELEPHANT (THAILAND) CO., LTD.

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Chiang Mai: Elephant Sanctuary Feeding Program Half-Day Tour

Chiang Mai: Elephant Sanctuary Feeding Program Half-Day Tour - The welcome and briefing: how to act around elephants safely

3.Chiang Mai: Elephant Sanctuary Feeding Program Half-Day Tour

★ 4.8

A half-day elephant sanctuary feeding visit near Chiang Mai: safe, non-forced interactions, guided nature walks, and river bathing in an ethical setting.

“The whole experience was top class. Everything, particularly at the sanctuary itself, was very well organised, and the close-up interaction with the elephants was wonderful. There wasn't a tour guide as such, but each of the four "stations" had a sort of MC, and all were excellent; entertaining, knowlegable and obviously completely invested in the…”

4,527 reviews5 hoursFrom $27by PON ELEPHANT (THAILAND) CO., LTD.

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Khao Lak: Rafting, Elephant Bathing & Sea Turtle Center Tour

Khao Lak: Rafting, Elephant Bathing & Sea Turtle Center Tour - Pickup, timing, and how the day actually flows

4.Khao Lak: Rafting, Elephant Bathing & Sea Turtle Center Tour

★ 4.7

Khao Lak rafting, ethical elephant bathing, Ton Pling waterfall, and a sea turtle conservation stop in one packed 5-hour day.

“We had an absolutely wonderful day trip yesterday and loved every moment of it. The entire experience was well organized, relaxing, and truly unforgettable. The highlight of the day was definitely bathing and feeding the elephants — such a special and heartwarming experience. Being able to interact with them up close in such a respectful…”

2,519 reviews5 hoursFrom $73by Bigcountry Andaman

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Phuket: Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Ethical Feeding Experience

Phuket: Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Ethical Feeding Experience - Where it starts: meeting at Elephant Jungle Cafe (and ending back there)

Chiang Mai: Elephant Sanctuary, Long Neck & Sticky Waterfall

Chiang Mai: Elephant Sanctuary, Long Neck & Sticky Waterfall - Pickup, timing, and how the day stays on track

Krabi: Elephant Bathing Session at Krabi Elephant Shelter

Krabi: Elephant Bathing Session at Krabi Elephant Shelter - The Pickup and Transit: Easy When You’re in the Right Area

7.Krabi: Elephant Bathing Session at Krabi Elephant Shelter

★ 4.9

Krabi Elephant Shelter lets you feed and bathe elephants in a guided 90-minute session with hotel pickup, drinks, showers, and photo link.

“The Elephant Tour with Krabi Elephant Shelter was exactly what i wanted to do... Feeding and bathing the Elephant withing a time frame of 2 hours... the Tour guides were extremely friendly, very keenly interested in the Elephants as well as the guests.. They suggested various poses and took several photos of us with the…”

2,021 reviews1.5 hoursFrom $48by Krabi Elephant Shelter

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From Chiang Mai: Elephant Care Program and Nursery Tour

From Chiang Mai: Elephant Care Program and Nursery Tour - The Mae Tang pickup and ride: simple logistics, real time on site

8.From Chiang Mai: Elephant Care Program and Nursery Tour

★ 4.8

Join a Chiang Mai elephant sanctuary day with feeding, mud-bath play, and Thai lunch, plus ethical care and baby-elephant time.

“Excellent! the feeling and love to the elefants was awesome, and you ned to try it! we were lucky to be guided by an Italian sponsor who was very exited (in a good way) and allover a very very good guide.”

1,899 reviews5 - 6 hoursFrom $53by Elephant Retirement Park Chiang Mai

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Krabi: Ao Nang Elephant Sanctuary Half-Day Tour

Krabi: Ao Nang Elephant Sanctuary Half-Day Tour - Getting there from Krabi: transfers that keep it stress-free

Koh Samui: Ethical Elephant Home Guided Tour with Transfers

Koh Samui: Ethical Elephant Home Guided Tour with Transfers - Getting there smoothly: hotel pickup around Koh Samui

11.Koh Samui: Ethical Elephant Home Guided Tour with Transfers

★ 4.9

Koh Samui Ethical Elephant Home tour with transfers: museum learning, jungle roaming, handmade elephant food, seed bombs, and a calm cool-down.

“We had the most amazing day. Thank you so much to Nana and Katie who made it so magical. The elephants are so well looked after and we felt so happy to be a part of their day. 10/10 reccomend”

1,737 reviews4 hoursFrom $96by SamuiElephantHome

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Chiang Mai: Small Group Ethical Elephant Sanctuary Tour

Chiang Mai: Small Group Ethical Elephant Sanctuary Tour - Getting there from Chiang Mai: the van ride and the early start

From Bangkok: Living Green Elephant Sanctuary Day Trip

From Bangkok: Living Green Elephant Sanctuary Day Trip - Getting there from Bangkok: pickup options and the van reality check

13.From Bangkok: Living Green Elephant Sanctuary Day Trip

★ 4.8

Ethical elephant day trip from Bangkok to Living Green Elephant Sanctuary with hand-feeding, jungle walking, optional bathing, and Pad Thai.

“it was a longer drive than i expected. The sanctuary is interestingand hidden away. Our my guide Lulu, sexy man, was extremely knowledgeable. I was not expecting so many people to be there but it was so well organised you forgot about them. The elephants are cared for and in a good sanctuary. I t…”

1,541 reviews3 hoursFrom $57by Living Green Elephant Sanctuary Chiang Mai and Chonburi

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

Phuket: Lily Elephant Half day Trip on the Beach with lunch - Where the Day Starts: Camp Welcome and Respect Basics

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

★ 4.8

Beachfront elephant walk, feed, and sea-bath in Phuket with an ethical guide plus Thai lunch. Half-day, about 3 hours.

“This was such an amazing experience, one that we’ll remember forever. The guides and everyone working there truly care for every facet of the elephants day to day needs and to ensure they thrive here. We learned so much about them. They are truly so gentle and beautiful.”

1,420 reviews3 hoursFrom $83by Lily Elephant Camp Phuket

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Koh Samui: Elephant Sanctuary and Jungle Tour with Lunch

Koh Samui: Elephant Sanctuary and Jungle Tour with Lunch - Pickup and the 4WD jeep experience (yes, it can be a little wild)

15.Koh Samui: Elephant Sanctuary and Jungle Tour with Lunch

★ 4.7

Feed elephants you help prepare at a Samui sanctuary, then hit Namuang waterfall, Secret Buddha Garden, Teepangkorn views, and lunch.

“Fantastic day out , my husband and I had the best day . Great value for money and we was both looked after very well. Tour staff were all very accommodating and friendly. Big thanks to our driver Mai super friendly and a lovely guy. We would definitely go again”

1,328 reviewsFrom $57by Happy Samui

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