Seeing Asian elephants from a few metres away is one of life's must-do experiences – so this trip is a big tick on the bucket list. Head to an elephant santuary in Khao Lak, and you'll get to go behind-the-scenes to learn all there is to know about these gentle giants. Arriving at its beautiful lagoon setting, you'll get to know the elephants' stories and prepare their food. After time to observe them and help with their care, you'll finish off with a tasty Thai lunch and a chance to make a traditional Thai herbal pomander 'Ya-Dom' which you can take with you.

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Fantastic trip from start to finish, absolutely amazing elephants, wonderful friendly guide BB and lovely safe driver, thank you x

Loved this trip. Only about 4 hours, but plenty of time with the elephants, making food for them feeding them. Natural photo opportunities. Then on to lunch and making thai herbal remedies. Thoroughly recommend.

This was a very good tour. The transfer didn't take long. We got to make the elephants food by mixing ingredients and then feed them. We then made a little jar of herbal inhaler and had lunch which was nice. Beware of probably getting splashed by elephants when you're watching them have a bath. Also swimwear not required (despite it saying being swimwear) as you don't need it for anything.

Tour guide was excellent, lots of knowledge and very friendly, trip was really good , sanctuary cared for elephants really well 😊😊

The day from start to finish was outstanding. Tour guide was excellent, the whole package was value for money. The experience was amazing and a lifetime memory. The food included at the restaurant was excellent too.

Why you’ll love this…

You'll learn all about Asian elephants during a visit to an ethical park
You can observe and watch the elephants bathe and help prepare their food
There's a freshly cooked Thai lunch and a Thai herbal pomander workshop

Important to know

Bring bathing gear and sunblock
Bring insect repellent
Bring money for extras or gratuities
Subject to weather conditions
Please note that all times are approximate and subject to change

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What’s included

Lunch
Insurance
Transport
Guide
Drinks
Thai herbal inhaler (ya‑dom) workshop

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Pickup points

To see which pickup points are available, check under availability & prices.

Provider

TUI DESTINATION EXPERIENCES (THAILAND) LTD.

What people say about this experience

4.7/5

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Based on 122 reviews

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5/5

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Value for money

5/5

All ratings (122)

5 stars (93)

76%

4 stars (26)

21%

3 stars (2)

2 stars (0)

1 star (1)

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Demi
Solo traveler
May 2, 2026
4.6
United Kingdom
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Christine
Solo traveler
April 18, 2026
5
United Kingdom
Fantastic trip from start to finish, absolutely amazing elephants, wonderful friendly guide BB and lovely safe driver, thank you x
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Lori
Traveled with family
April 12, 2026
5
United Kingdom
Loved this trip. Only about 4 hours, but plenty of time with the elephants, making food for them feeding them. Natural photo opportunities. Then on to lunch and making thai herbal remedies. Thoroughly recommend.
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Lin12
Traveled with family
April 9, 2026
4.2
United Kingdom
This was a very good tour. The transfer didn't take long. We got to make the elephants food by mixing ingredients and then feed them. We then made a little jar of herbal inhaler and had lunch which was nice. Beware of probably getting splashed by elephants when you're watching them have a bath. Also swimwear not required (despite it saying being swimwear) as you don't need it for anything.
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Jimbob
Traveled as a couple
April 8, 2026
5
United Kingdom
Tour guide was excellent, lots of knowledge and very friendly, trip was really good , sanctuary cared for elephants really well 😊😊
S
Samantha
Traveled as a couple
April 5, 2026
5
United Kingdom
The day from start to finish was outstanding. Tour guide was excellent, the whole package was value for money. The experience was amazing and a lifetime memory. The food included at the restaurant was excellent too.